Vacation rentals are becoming increasingly popular in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean as officials continue to introduce new laws to regulate the growing trend. According to new data from the Quintana Roo Tourism Secretariat, prices have risen by as much as 159% in certain hotspots as more and more travelers seek out affordable deals. In …
In any popular tourist destination, you’re going to find scam artists waiting to defraud unsuspecting tourists. The Mexican Caribbean is no exception, and one of the most common scams for tourists to watch out for are phony travel agencies. Since these crimes are on the rise, the Mexican Caribbean is cracking down on these fake …
Seeking a beach paradise? Cancun continues to shatter records for a reason! February was an amazing month for international travel to Cancun as the airport hit record levels of tourists heading to the sand, surf, and sun on a beach vacation in the Mexican Caribbean. Strong February Visitor Levels According to Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste, …
Cancun is about to head into spring break after completing an extremely successful winter season. The endless number of tourists cements the fact that the Mexican Caribbean is a popular place for vacation. However, a survey completed by the firm Marketing Consultants revealed that tourist complaints have risen in Cancun specifically, and we want to …
Even before the start of the spring break holidays, Cancun and Tulum, two of the top Mexican Caribbean hotspots, are expecting record-breaking numbers of visitors. Hotel occupancy rates at both destinations are set to exceed 80%, according to the Federal Secretary of Tourism (Sectur). For the upcoming long weekend of March 15th to 18th, Cancun …
Taxi drivers in the Mexican Caribbean are in the spotlight once again after a video depicting a violent attack on two Playa del Carmen travelers went viral on social media. The altercation, which occurred just several days ago, is the latest case of violent taxi drivers targeting travelers in the Mexican Caribbean due to overcharging. The …
It isn’t very often that the beaches of Cancun are not filled with tourists enjoying the warm Mexican Caribbean water, soft white sand, and beautiful weather. During the spring months, which include spring break and the Easter holiday, the beaches are especially busy. In an effort to avoid accidents on the beach, because there are …
Calling a destination the “New Tulum” is a big claim to make, but thanks to a few huge changes in the Mexican Caribbean in the past few years for one town, the shoe fits. But first, it’s important to clarify how there can be a new Tulum when Tulum still exists. Over the past decade, …
If you’ve ever been to Cancun and the Riviera Maya, you’ll understand why this stunning region is a favorite among travelers worldwide. Gorgeous white-sand beaches, excellent weather, luxurious all-inclusives, a myriad of exciting tours and activities, amazing food – basically, everything you could wish for in a perfect getaway, you’ll find it here. Just a …
The excitement of the Maya Train being completed has been building with the opening of each section that has been inaugurated since the first one on December 15th, 2023. The most recent section to be inaugurated was the northern portion of Section 5, which takes travelers between the two popular destinations of Cancun and Playa …