Travelers heading to Cancun and the Riviera Maya this summer can pack their swimsuits with an extra dose of confidence. In a sweeping nationwide inspection of sanitary conditions, Mexico’s top health authority has given all of the region’s famous beaches a clean bill of health, officially declaring them safe and suitable for swimming and recreational …
Tulum
This summer in Cancun and the Riviera Maya is all about sun, sand, and serious security. We’re talking a full-scale deployment: over 7,000 troops and police have just landed in paradise as part of “Operation Summer Vacation 2025,” and they’re not here for the margaritas. Don’t be surprised if your relaxing day on the beach …
Imagine this: your amazing Cancun vacation is over, you’ve checked in for your flight home, and you’re walking toward your gate. Suddenly, you and your friend are pulled aside by a group of men in high-visibility jackets. They tell you that you cannot leave Mexico until you pay a mandatory tourist tax, demanding nearly $16 …
It’s one of the most sacred and ridiculous rituals of an all-inclusive vacation: The 6 a.m. Towel Run. You set your alarm for the crack of dawn, sneak down to the pool in the semi-darkness, and strategically drape your towel over a prime lounger to claim your territory for the day. It’s a silent, fierce …
You’ve arrived. You have your wristband, your feet are in the sand, and a friendly server is handing you a frosty, colorful drink. Welcome to the all-inclusive dream in Cancun, a paradise where you theoretically don’t need to open your wallet or even think too hard for an entire week. It’s tempting to put your …
Let’s be honest, when you hear the words “all-inclusive resort,” a certain image probably pops into your head: a massive buffet, a crowded pool with a swim-up bar, and maybe a nightly Michael Jackson impersonator show. And while there’s nothing wrong with that classic formula, a new breed of resort in Cancun and the Riviera …
You’ve seen the photos a thousand times. A stunning, almost impossibly vibrant turquoise water that shifts between a dozen shades of brilliant blue, lapping against a beach of pure white, powder-soft sand. It’s the image that defines Cancun. It’s the view you’ve been dreaming of, the one you’re spending your hard-earned money to experience. You …
For decades, the ultimate image of relaxation in the Riviera Maya was a massage in a quiet, air-conditioned room, with the faint sound of the ocean somewhere in the distance. It was peaceful, it was pleasant, but it was also predictable. Now, a new trend is taking root deep in the lush jungles just beyond …
Not long ago, Tulum’s reputation was built on a specific kind of magic: barefoot, bohemian-chic party vibes. It was the go-to spot for younger travelers seeking yoga by day and energetic beach parties by night, all fueled by a sense of rustic, affordable coolness. But stroll through Tulum today, and you’ll feel a palpable shift …
At The Cancún Sun, we make a sport out of chasing hidden-beach rumors—and Xpu Há (pronounced shpoo-HA) might be one of our favorites. Between the high-energy scene of Cancún and the influencer buzz of Tulum lies this unassuming cove of bone-white sand, calm turquoise water, and hammock-worthy tranquility. It’s the Goldilocks zone of the Riviera …