Xcaret has announced that it is renovating one of the most iconic family-friendly resorts in Playa del Carmen. The resort in question is Xcaret México, a stunning top-rated beachside property. But that’s not all: Xcaret has also unveiled more details about a new aquatic attraction it plans to build in one of the most thrilling …
After reporting a record-breaking year for international passenger traffic last year, Cancun International Airport kicked off 2023 as the busiest aerial hub for travelers in Mexico. Cancun International Airport has managed to retain its position as the leading choice for international travelers visiting Mexico. As per the recent data released by the Ministry of Tourism, …
Since January, there has been a running conflict in Cancun with taxi drivers attacking Uber carriers, with the confrontations sometimes reaching extremely worrying levels of violence. Although the issue has calmed down significantly over the past 4 weeks, there are several flashpoints in the city where travelers should avoid ordering a pickup from an Uber …
According to local government sources, the headline-grabbing shark attack on a 10-year-old American boy in Cancun was actually a barracuda attack outside of Benito Juarez municipality. The official Twitter account of Benito Juarez City Hall tweeted out that a review of the incident found no reports of a shark attack on Cancun beaches on March …
In part of a wider effort by the Mexican government to control violence in tourist areas across the country, the military has been called into the beaches of Cancun and the Riviera Maya. More than 8,000 soldiers representing the National Guard, the Marines, and the Army have been stationed at tourist hotspots in Mexico to …
Cancun is one of the world’s most sought-after destinations and frequently ranks as one of the most visited internationally. While the city is best known for its massive resort zone and award-winning white-sand beaches, few are aware of the hidden gems found in downtown Cancun. Authorities are attempting to turn the situation around by creating …
Earlier in the year, a new ban on smoking was enacted in Mexico, further prohibiting smoking in public spaces. The comprehensive ban is an extension to an earlier ban that restricted smoking in indoor establishments. Now it has been expanded to include various outdoor public spaces as well. Ramping Up Anti-Smoking Measures There has been …
The Mexican Navy has outlined its plan to deal with Sargassum on the beaches of the Mexican Caribbean in the newly released 2023 Sargassum Operation. The plan comes amidst an unexpected wave of sargassum arriving in the region this spring earlier than expected. José Rafael Ojeda Durán, head of the Navy, presented the plan to …
The summer months may not be the busiest time of the year for Playa del Carmen, but the tourist destination still gets a significant number of visitors. In preparation for these busy times, authorities typically ramp up security in order to protect the thousands of tourists who vacation in the popular Mexican Caribbean city. One …
With the Easter vacation season arriving and summer just around the corner, last-minute bookings to the Riviera Maya are seeing a huge boost. Families, couples, and young groups of friends are working hard to balance the logistics of getting time off work and finding a super last-minute deal. And it’s no surprise that this area …