It is the unspoken fear of every traveler heading to the Mexican Caribbean. You have waited months for this vacation, booked the perfect resort, and are ready to relax. But 48 hours in, instead of enjoying the beach, you are stuck in your room feeling awful. The immediate assumption is almost always the same: “It …
If you are planning a winter getaway to the Mexican Caribbean, you probably have a very specific image in your mind: sunny beaches, warm sand, and endless margaritas. But for many travelers, the real magic of the Yucatan Peninsula lies inland, in the thousands of freshwater sinkholes known as cenotes. However, a common question pops …
We at The Cancun Sun love it when a new resort gives travelers something genuinely different — and that’s exactly what’s happening just north of Cancun. Ocean Allure Costa Mujeres, a brand-new, adults-only, all-inclusive resort has now opened its doors with 599 suites, a lazy river, and a surf-style wave pool/FlowRider experience in the fast-growing …
You have done the math. You spent $1,200 on flights. You spent $3,500 on an all-inclusive resort. You bought the new swimsuits, the premium sunscreen, and maybe even upgraded to the ocean-view suite. But then, you get to the transportation page of your booking. A private SUV is $80. A shared shuttle is $40. You …
You have your passport. You have your swimsuit. You have your sunglasses. You think you are ready for your Cancun vacation. But there is one innocuous item that, if forgotten, will lead to the most painful financial transaction of your entire trip. It isn’t a charger, and it isn’t toothpaste. It is sunscreen. Here at …
If you walk out to Playa Delfines on a windy morning and see a red or black flag flapping over the lifeguard tower, that little piece of fabric is going to decide what kind of beach day you’re going to have. We at The Cancun Sun hear from a lot of readers who aren’t totally …
For decades, Cozumel has held a very specific title: “The Cruise Capital of the Caribbean.” The daily rhythm of the island was dictated by the cruise schedule—thousands of tourists flood the streets at 9:00 AM, buy t-shirts and tequila, and vanish back onto their floating cities by 5:00 PM. But in 2025, that narrative has …
We have all seen the photo. A traveler stands in front of the massive El Castillo pyramid, arms wide open, surrounded by… 4,000 other people holding umbrellas. Chichen Itza is a Wonder of the World, and for good reason. But for many travelers, the experience has become a test of endurance. Between the three-hour drive …
If you’re picturing yourself watching a Cancun sunset from the sand this December, we’ve got good news. City officials just confirmed they’re extending hours and boosting cleaning and support crews on the main public beaches for the peak holiday season — and that will directly shape how your beach days look and feel. Here at …
For years, the most dreaded part of a Cancun vacation wasn’t the flight or the sunburn—it was the immigration hall at Cancun International Airport (CUN). Stories of two-hour lines snaking back up the escalators were the norm. Enter the E-Gates. These automated kiosks have quietly revolutionized the arrival experience, turning a potential hour-long wait into …