Winter holiday shopping is in full swing among locals and tourists in Playa del Carmen. Along with the influx of shoppers has come an increase of informal merchants, also known as vendors by tourists. Unfortunately, the additional vendors competing for customers has also brought some common issues that travelers have reported when shopping with vendors. …

If you’ve followed the news in Cancun at all over the last year then you most likely have heard about all of the hostility going on between Uber and taxi drivers.    The animosity between them stems from the different rules that each type of transportation provider has to follow, which led to some resentment from …

Winter high season is in full swing in the Mexican Caribbean, with more tourists visiting the region than ever before this year.  The popularity of the destination shows no sign of stopping, with some areas close to reaching full hotel capacity and even selling out before the winter is over. One such area is Playa …

There’s no denying the huge popularity of Cancun, and nothing proves the popularity of a vacation destination better than the presence of numerous luxury hotels.    In Cancun, all-inclusives reign supreme, and Travel Off Path just released the results of their Top All-Inclusives For 2024 – Best Of Travel Awards.    If you’re excited to find out …

Stunning white-sand beaches are a hallmark of Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean’s geography and are a draw for millions of travelers each year. A new study published this week by environmental officials reveals which locations around the sunny region have the cleanest beaches for swimming this year. Despite record-breaking travel numbers, all of Quintana Roo’s …

Uber and taxi drivers have been in the headlines recently for all the wrong reasons.  For several years now, there have been strong clashes between the two groups fighting for their right to transport tourists in the busy hotspot locations of Cancun and Playa del Carmen, with some resorting to violence against each other.  That …

It’s one of the most popular items that tourists buy when vacationing in Mexico. However, travelers to Isla Mujeres should beware of a scam running in the tourist hotspot when it comes to selling this popular item to visitors. Tourists Falling Victim According to several reports from Isla Mujeres, there has been a sharp increase …

Officials on the idyllic island of Holbox have announced a new solution to the destination’s flooding issues. The trendy island has struggled to cope with high precipitation due to its limited infrastructure, causing concern among travelers and residents. This week, authorities revealed that a new tanker truck would be deployed to the popular destination in an effort …

There are many ways to get around when you’re vacationing in Cancun, one of which is renting a car, which is very popular in the vacation destination.    Renting a car in Cancun isn’t much different than renting a car anywhere else, so it’s no surprise that more visitors arriving at Cancun Airport are doing it.    …

For decades, Cancun was the go-to Mexican Caribbean destination, captivating countless travelers, particularly Americans, with its breathtaking coastlines and luxurious resorts. But fast-forward to today, and more Mexican Caribbean destinations beyond Cancun, such as Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Cozumel, and Bacalar, are also witnessing a notable uptick in visitors. The numbers show it all – …