A former fishing town largely unknown to travelers visiting the Mexican Caribbean, Playa del Carmen has since evolved into one of the most popular hotspots in the region. Remarkably, it’s now also one of the world’s fastest-growing beach destinations, as evidenced by a recent report by travel booking portal Chase Travel. Drawing from proprietary booking …
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When it comes to tourist attractions, the Mexican Caribbean has it all: breathtaking beaches, lavish all-inclusives, rich culture, and much more. So, it’s no surprise that the number of tourists flocking to Cancun and the Riviera Maya keeps rising year after year. And while several destinations in the Mexican Caribbean have experienced a significant uptick …
Safety is one of travelers’ main concerns when visiting popular resort destinations in the Mexican Caribbean. But in Playa del Carmen, those worries are noticeably less present than elsewhere, thanks to new government measures to tackle crime. Situated an hour south of Cancun, Playa del Carmen has skyrocketed in popularity to become one of the …
Now that the brown seaweed sargassum season is over in the Mexican Caribbean, Federal Maritime-Terrestrial Zone teams can finally hit the coastline of Playa del Carmen to put the final touches on the beaches for the peak fall and winter travel season. Peak Prepping of the Beaches Recovered sand started arriving this week on the …
The Mexican Caribbean is the premier destination for all tourists coming to enjoy a beach resort destination vacation in Mexico. In fact, according to a new report, more than a third of all international travelers to Mexico have a ticket with a Mexican Caribbean airport printed on it as the destination. Mexico, Caribbean Style The …
Medical tourism is booming around the world, and the Mexican Caribbean is poised to become a leading destination for this emerging travel trend. Encompassing everything from cosmetic surgery to spiritual healing, medical tourism seeks to rejuvenate the body & mind. With its pristine beaches, excellent variety of healthcare services, and endless assortment of top-rated resorts, …
With the winter season about to kick off in the Mexican Caribbean, tourist destinations are already heating up with visitors looking for their next vacation in paradise. Thanks to the huge efforts of local governments and the tourism board, areas in the region have seen sustained hotel occupancy levels, despite it still currently being “low …
It’s no secret that there are some amazing resorts in the Mexican Caribbean, among the hundreds that are in the renowned vacation destinations that line the coast. From budget-friendly traditional hotels to lavish all-inclusives with endless amenities, there is no shortage of accommodations to choose from. But according to this year’s results of a contest …
There are plenty of reasons to visit Playa del Carmen, which is why the Mexican Caribbean vacation destination is so popular. Exciting nightlife, stunning beaches, amazing food, incredible all-inclusive resorts and boutique hotels, culture-rich experiences, and adventure activities top the list. But now there will be one more thing to add to that list, as …
Encountering a shark is probably the last thing you want on your Playa del Carmen beach day checklist. Although shark sightings in these waters are somewhat rare, recent social media videos featuring tourists’ shark encounters have prompted local authorities to issue safety warnings to prevent incidents. The shark species in question is the Bull Shark, …