Both travelers and the authorities across the Mexican Caribbean have their fingers crossed as the biggest step in the battle against sargassum began on May 4th. This new step comes in the form of even more sargassum barriers, a technology that has already paid dividends for Mahahual and Puerto Morelos. Furthermore, the head of anti-sargassum …
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The beautiful Hotel Xcaret Mexico is leading the way for sustainability across the whole of North America after being awarded the notoriously strict “Earth Check certification in the category of Planning and Design” accolade. Although not the snappiest of award names, it undoubtedly carries a huge level of prestige and achievement; this is because the …
Picture yourself immersed in the jungle, lying on a gorgeous white sandy beach, immersed in wildlife — this is what you can expect if you’re staying at Belmond’s ‘Maroma’ hotel. When Will It Be Re-Opening? Travelers heading to the Mexican Caribbean this summer will be able to enjoy Maroma from August 3 onwards after its …
The Mexican Caribbean offers travelers endless opportunities to explore some of the world’s most stunning nature and history. While visitors can explore many destinations on their own, day trips and excursions are some of the best ways to see the Mexican Caribbean safely, conveniently, and affordably. The Mexican Caribbean is the ideal destination for day …
After weeks of high-level talks with the federal government of Mexico, the state governor of Quintana Roo, Mara Lezama, has announced the new Citizen Security Law has been given the green light. This huge change in law enforcement and its organization is designed to rapidly improve the security situation in Quintana Roo, with the …
In Playa del Carmen, K-9 units continue to be critical in the fight between law enforcement and criminals. These units are known to be particularly useful at identifying drugs and the people transporting them. Recently, successful screening during patrols by K-9 units resulted in the arrest of two people transporting narcotics. Reliance on K-9 units …
Punta Maroma, a world-class beach near Playa del Carmen, was recently voted the favorite beach of readers of Mexico Desconocido magazine. Given the crystal-clear waters, quiet atmosphere, and beautiful scenery, it is no wonder that experienced travelers chose Punta Maroma as their favorite beach. Part of what keeps Punta Maroma special is its location, which …
Paradisus, one of the leading all-inclusive resort brands owned by Meliá, has just launched a new tailor-made experience package that showcases the best of Mexico’s culture and nature — all included in the price of the nighty rate. The new approach to all-inclusive luxury entertainment is part of a wider move by the hospitality firm …
In the Riviera Maya, the sargassum season started early this year but it slowed down a bit in March after a significant arrival of the brown seaweed in February. Now, though, it is returning in huge amounts to the popular Mexican Caribbean vacation destination of Playa del Carmen. This has led Playa del Carmen officials …
Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean have become a global hotspot for digital nomads and remote workers after recent years have digitalized working culture. This year, the number of long-term residency visas is expected to climb steeply as the government seeks to attract more foreigners. Here’s why the Mexican Caribbean has become a magnet for digital …