CANCUN, QUINTANA ROO – Cancun International Airport (CUN), the gateway to Mexico’s famed Caribbean coast, saw a dip in international passenger numbers this May. Here at The Cancun Sun, we see this as a trend that could spell fantastic news for travelers looking for a better deal and a more relaxed vacation experience. Official figures …
Between June 1 and November 30, the Mexican Caribbean occasionally swaps turquoise calm for swirling gray. That unpredictability can make even the most seasoned traveler second-guess a summer booking. Happily, several of Cancún’s best all-inclusive resorts come with built-in “hurricane guarantees,” so you can lock down your dream trip now and deal with the weather—if …
CANCUN, MEXICO – The margaritas are calling, your swim trunks are packed, and you’re dreaming of that perfect turquoise water. But before you can dip your toes in the sand, there’s one final step to complete: the customs checkpoint at Cancun International Airport. Most travelers breeze through with a smile and a stamp, but every …
CANCUN, Q.R. — As the summer rains begin to fall on Cancun’s beaches and jungles, state health officials are asking locals and tourists to be aware, but not hitting the panic button, about the seasonal risk of Dengue fever. The Cancun Sun has looked into the official data to explain what this means for both …
You’ve just cannon-balled into a sky-blue infinity pool, the DJ’s spinning sunset-house, and somebody hands you a mezcal-pineapple paleta before you’ve even found your flip-flops… Welcome to AVA Resort Cancun’s very first Summer Festival! An 11-week, “why-leave-the-hotel?” extravaganza that runs June 7 – August 14 and feels like summer camp for grown-ups (kids, too, but …
If you’ve ever winced at the high cost of a taxi from Cancun to Playa del Carmen or Tulum, you’re not alone. But while most tourists pay a premium for private shuttles, savvy travelers and locals use a well-known secret to travel the entire Riviera Maya for just a few dollars: the colectivo. This isn’t …
You’ve packed your laptop and you’re ready to trade your Zoom background for the real thing in Playa del Carmen or Tulum. For years, digital nomads have used a little trick to make this dream a reality: landing in Cancun and getting a 180-day tourist permit, giving them six months of sun-drenched productivity. Well, grab …
So, Chichén Itzá is on your 2025 travel list? Excellent choice. This place is more than just a historic site; it’s one of the literal Seven Wonders of the World. The ancient Mayans somehow designed it to cast a shadow that looks like a serpent slithering down the steps… and we’re still trying to figure …
It’s a sour end to an otherwise perfect day in paradise. You’ve just had a fantastic dinner, the ocean breeze is warm, and the mood is perfect. Then the bill arrives, and it’s way higher than expected. You get that sneaky suspicion you’ve been taken for a ride. Unfortunately, this scenario is becoming more common. …
Let’s not sugarcoat it: Cancun is facing an unprecedented battle. The Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt is in overdrive, and forecasts for 2025 point to a record-breaking season of the pervasive seaweed. The iconic Hotel Zone, with its white-sand beaches, is now a frontline, where tireless crews and expensive barriers are struggling to keep up with …