The U.S. State Department updated its travel advisory for Mexico in August of last year. In it, they warned that travelers visiting the state of Quintana Roo, where Cancun is located, should exercise increased caution while visiting. Despite the warning, millions of travelers from around the globe who feel that Cancun is a safe vacation …
A new government initiative in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean promises to deliver a bold result: to keep up to 100 beaches in the region clear of sargassum seaweed until December. The new plan is part of a renewed effort to tackle the sargassum issue as the Mexican Caribbean skyrockets in popularity with travelers. Around …
Cancun’s beaches are currently seeing significant amounts of erosion following the intense effects of Hurricane Beryl, which swept over the city several weeks ago. Despite causing only minor damage to buildings in the area, the Category 2 hurricane swept away tons of sand from Cancun beaches, diminishing some sections of the city’s shoreline by as …
Police officers in Cancun are stepping up efforts to clear illegal vendors from public beaches as part of the city’s annual summer safety campaign. Beach vendors have been a ubiquitous sight in Cancun for years already, selling everything from refreshments to souvenirs. However, as complaints over scams and counterfeit goods increase, officials are intensifying efforts …
Cancun is more popular than ever among travelers, and the city expects to draw a record two million visitors this summer. Once considered low season for travel to the coastal resort city, summer has now become one of the most alluring periods for visitors to flock to Cancun. The city welcomes visitors to enjoy its powdery …
Mexico’s President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has announced an update on the expected completion time of the remaining sections of the Maya Train railway network. In a press conference held this week, the leader told reporters that work on the southern tracks of the Maya Train is progressing according to schedule and is expected to …
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 …