It is officially the end of an incredibly complex era for tourism in the Mexican Caribbean. Mincho, the 37 year old dolphin whose tragic accident sparked a massive animal rights movement across the entire country, has died. Authorities confirmed that the famous marine mammal passed away this week following a rapid decline in his health. …
If you have spent any time researching a vacation to the Mexican Caribbean over the last few years, you are undoubtedly familiar with the region’s most persistent environmental nemesis: sargassum. Historically, this foul-smelling, brown macroalgae has been strictly a summertime problem. Travelers have long operated under the assumption that once the autumn winds arrive, the …
If you have driven down the main artery of the Cancun Hotel Zone, you already know exactly what the Paradisus Cancún looks like. Towering over the white sand and turquoise water, the property is globally famous for its iconic architecture, featuring five massive, interconnected glass pyramids that look like modern Mayan temples. It is one …
Nothing ruins the final moments of a tropical vacation faster than feeling like your wallet is being squeezed right before you board your flight home. If you have been flying out of Cancun recently, you might have noticed some serious chaos surrounding the mandatory Visitax tourist fee. For the past few weeks, social media was …
The competition among luxury, all-inclusive resorts in Cancun is fiercer than ever. As modern travelers demand more elevated culinary programs, refined wellness spaces, and design that reflects local culture rather than generic luxury, aging properties must make a choice: stagnate, or completely reinvent themselves. One of the most recognizable adults-only resorts in the Hotel Zone …
The new Maya Train has connected the Mexican Caribbean like never before, but a massive, incredibly ambitious new project is officially on the table. Right now, travelers are using the sprawling rail network to effortlessly bounce between Cancun, Tulum, and Playa del Carmen. However, the long-term vision for this mega-project is about to cross international …
When Americans decide to trade a traditional roasted turkey for fresh al pastor tacos and a beachfront margarita, they are overwhelmingly choosing one specific stretch of the Mexican Caribbean. According to the latest holiday travel data, Cancun has officially been crowned the number one international destination for U.S. travelers this Thanksgiving. The annual Top Thanksgiving …
The Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya is completely changing the game for luxury travelers heading to the Mexican Caribbean. As of October 1, this highly acclaimed beachfront property has officially transitioned to a fully all-inclusive model. Even more significant for travelers seeking a truly tranquil and sophisticated escape, the resort will pivot to an exclusively adults …
If there is one thing that can instantly ruin the vibe of a tropical vacation, it is the feeling that you are being price-gouged the moment you step off the plane. For the past several weeks, international travelers arriving at Cancun International Airport have been taking to social media in droves to voice their absolute …
There is absolutely nothing more stressful than watching your departure time get closer and closer while you are sitting in completely deadlocked traffic. For hundreds of tourists trying to leave the Mexican Caribbean on Monday, that nightmare scenario became a harsh reality. A massive, organized protest by heavy freight drivers completely shut down the main …