Scams in tourist destinations are common, but they can be avoided if you’re vigilant and know what to watch out for. Unfortunately, this isn’t always easy, as one tourist recently found out while visiting the Mexican Caribbean. In this case, a jeweler near Cancun sold fake jewelry to an American tourist for hundreds of dollars, …
With summer vacation ending for Americans in just a couple of weeks, it can be confirmed that the Mexican Caribbean has already shattered all expectations this year within the tourism sector. Quintana Roo is on track to welcome 1.8 million tourists passing through the state by August 27th, which is estimated to inject over 1 …
Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean are entering the peak of the hurricane season, which occurs between September and November, as officials activate safety protocols during the unusually stormy period. The shoulder season typically sees the strongest tropical storms – and in some instances, powerful hurricanes – form over and around the Mexican Caribbean, potentially affecting …
Officials in the coastal destination of Playa del Carmen are warning travelers about the growing number of passport thefts being reported in the popular hotspot. Despite being one of the safest destinations in the Riviera Maya, criminals are always on the hunt for unsuspecting travelers and, increasingly, passports and other valuable identity documents. With more …
Once again, a local government in the Riviera Maya calls on the Mexican military for assistance. Tulum continues to increase security efforts amidst concerns about safety for tourists and locals. Diego Castañón Trejó, Municipal President of Tulum, announced that 20 troops from the Mexican Navy will be added to existing security in the city. These …
There has been much buzz around the highly anticipated Tulum International Airport this year, which is set to begin operations in December. After VivaAerobus announced on Thursday that they would begin scheduled flights from Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey, and Tijuana, Aeromexico revealed yesterday that they will start flights departing from the United States and Canada. …
The busiest seasons for tourism in Cancun are just around the corner, and hotel prices go up considerably during the winter and spring months. But there’s still time to enjoy an affordable Cancun vacation before the high season gets underway, and in fact, savings of as much as 15 percent might be possible. And there …
Blackouts have been a recurring issue across several popular Mexican Caribbean hotspots this summer, and despite reassurance that the power supply issue would be fixed, the problem continues to deteriorate. As frustration grows amid what appears to be inaction by state regulators, hospitality businesses are calling for urgent measures to tackle the emerging energy crisis. …
Although the entire Mexican Caribbean is growing at record pace among travelers this year, Tulum, a stunning historical destination south of Cancun, is outright skyrocketing in popularity. The coastal destination has a lot going on for it; from its stunning historical Mayan ruins to its pristine shores, Tulum is a versatile vacation hotspot that welcomes …
One of the favorite activities of visitors to Isla Mujeres is watching the scenic views of the sea standing on the dramatic rock cliffs. However, tourists are advised to be careful standing on the rocks and enjoying the natural seascapes due to the instability of the rock cliffs. Rocking and Rolling Part of the quaintness …