Tulum is set to become the next major Mexican Caribbean hotspot to install a massive sargassum barrier to fight growing levels of seaweed. Officials recently revealed more details about a massive 1875-meter barrier, designed with the latest innovations in sargassum technology to safeguard the city’s reputation as a top beach destination. Tulum is one of …
Cancun is home to more Blue Flag-certified beaches than ever in 2024 as the coastal city continues to improve the quality and cleanliness of its stunning shoreline. This week, Cancun kicked off the 2024-2025 Blue Flag season, and many of the city’s famous beaches received prestigious distinctions. Despite the city’s soaring travel numbers, Cancun has …
Cancun has more amazing luxury hotels than anywhere else in the Mexican Caribbean, many of which are five-star rated. It’s one of the reasons Cancun is so popular among travelers from around the globe. Out of all of those hotels, these are the 7 best five-star hotels in Cancun, according to Travel & Leisure. Which …
A new study by Mexico’s federal environmental agency has found that all of Cancun’s beaches are safe for swimming this summer and are clear of potentially harmful bacteria and viruses. The busy summer season has just kicked off in the coastal resort hotspot, with thousands of travelers expected to set foot in the destination every …
Cancun’s record-breaking summer season has officially started, with thousands of travelers projected to flock to the coastal hotspots daily. With interest in the region’s diverse Mayan culture booming, a growing number of travelers are booking tours of the famous Tulum Archeological Site, leading to sold-out excursions and long lines in the region’s most popular ruins. …
New figures revealed this week show that Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean are on track to break their all-time travel record amid the ongoing travel surge to the sun-drenched region. According to the Quintana Roo Secretariat for Tourism, travel numbers are up year-on-year, with the Maya Train and new infrastructure projects aiding growth. Cancun is …
There are several benefits to visiting the Mexican Caribbean during the summer months. Smaller crowds, better deals on flights and hotels, and warm temperatures perfect for beach days are a few of these benefits, but during the summer, sargassum is often present on many of the beaches, too. If you’re headed to the region soon, …
Despite being the safest travel destination in Mexico, Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean have shortcomings regarding personal safety. That’s why officials recently launched a safety awareness campaign targeted at summer travelers, urging visitors to follow crucial tips as scams, especially online ones, continue to rise. The new Verifica y Viaja (Verify & Travel) campaign is designed to …
The Mexican Caribbean and the Yucatan Peninsula are home to many amazing vacation destinations, one of which is the historic city of Merida, the capital of the state of Yucatan. Located about 3.5 hours from Cancun, the city offers visitors the opportunity to experience a more authentic Mexican city than the touristy areas you’ll find …
Cancun is ramping up security measures to protect travelers ahead of what analysts say will be a busy summer season for the coastal city. This week, the state governor of Quintana Roo proclaimed the start of the annual summer security operation, which sees the deployment of hundreds of troops to guarantee a safe experience for …