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, …
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Travelers to the Mexican Caribbean have something new to celebrate on top of the fast-approaching Winter season. A recently announced law is set to make visits to this paradise safer and more enjoyable than ever. Bernardo Cueto Riestra, the Secretary of Tourism for Quintana Roo, has championed this comprehensive new law, which aims to uplift …
Cancun’s taxi industry is set to become a lot safer next year with the enforcement of a new law that obliges taxi divers to use taximeters starting in April 2024. With taxi drivers committing a growing number of crimes, officials are devising new measures to make using taxis safer and more transparent. As Cancun gears …
One of the most reliable ways to get an idea of where is hot and where is not when planning a vacation is by occupancy rates. While it isn’t the most romantic data point, it does give travelers a great idea of which destinations are offering enough to keep bringing guests back season after season …
The Mexican Caribbean is in no short supply of stunning beach coastlines and incredible cities and towns bursting with historical and cultural excellence. Tourists from all over the world are flocking to the region in the hope of experiencing just a glimpse of its beauty, and it is no wonder that all-inclusive resorts are experiencing …
Travelers in the coastal hotspot of Playa del Carmen are being warned to be extra cautious when swimming in the ocean due to rising numbers of stingray injuries. Officials have said that five to seven cases of stingray injuries are reported weekly in the popular resort destination, with experts predicting that number to rise as the …
The fall typically brings moderate numbers of visitors to the Mexican Caribbean, at least compared to peak seasons like spring or winter. However, despite the low season, some of the region’s stunning coastlines never fail to attract visitors with its crystal clear waters and fine-grained sands. And Playa del Carmen’s beaches are no exception. Recent …
The Mexican Caribbean normally has no shortage of outstanding beaches to soak up the sun and sip an endless supply of mimosas. But the specter of sargassum has played havoc with this simple pleasure over the past few years. Thankfully, this sargassum season has been a lot less intruding than previous years, a result of …
Fall may be the quietest time for the Mexican Caribbean’s travel industry. But it’s also one of the best times to enjoy Playa del Carmen’s diverse cultural scene as well as the city’s beaches, which are in tip-top condition this year thanks to new government efforts. With travel to the Mexican Caribbean growing more than ever, many …
The Mexican Caribbean travel industry is booming – and so is the number of new hotels and resorts opening their doors to travelers in the sunny destination. New statistics show that Cancun and Quintana Roo are home to the lion’s share of all new hotel openings in Mexico. The local hospitality industry is responding to …