The largest airline serving the United States, the Caribbean, and Latin America is making a big bet on the sun, sand, and surf of Cancun this winter. American Airlines announced Wednesday that it plans to increase service on 23 routes and grow its seat capacity to the region by 10 percent compared to winter 2022. …
Even though June is part of Cancun’s off-season, hotels remain packed with tourists, according to tourist industry sources. In fact, with so many tourists flocking to Cancun, some wonder whether the term “off-season” even applies to the summer the way it used to. “We are not at levels like many years ago, when we talked …
While the vast majority of travelers come to Cancun to make full use of the beaches, sometimes sargassum throws a wrench in the works. This smelly algae is becoming a fact of life in Cancun during the spring and summer seasons. Thankfully plenty is being done to fix the situation, and for many stretches of …
Across the Mexican Caribbean travelers are spoiled for choice when it comes to all-inclusive resorts. And with so many choices on the table, and new ones being built constantly, it can be difficult to separate the wheat from the chaff. Thankfully, each year the Wave Awards highlight the best in tourism across the world. And …
The long-awaited sargassum barriers that were promised for Tulum are finally being installed after a considerable delay. Originally the construction was promised to begin at the end of April 2023, and so far, no explanation has been given for the delay. Less Than Promised Around 650 feet (200 meters) of sargassum barriers are currently being …
Two luxurious resorts near Cancun have just been ranked among the best worldwide, according to TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards. With their lavish design, top-notch service, and impeccable location, Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun and ATELIER Playa Mujeres have been awarded the Best of the Best Hotels accolade by Tripadvisor. If you’re looking for an unbeatable luxury hotel for your next Mexican …
The El Meco Archeological Site near Cancun’s hotel zone is set to soar in popularity this year thanks to its unique combination of history and pristine nature. And with new government investments, the well-preserved site is projected to skyrocket in popularity, offering travelers the best of both worlds. With cultural and historical tourism on the …
A judge announced in January that Uber could legally operate in Cancun without the same licenses and permits that taxi drivers must have. Since then, it has been a long road with no destination in sight for Uber drivers in the tourist destination. Taxi drivers have organized blockades, threatened Uber drivers, and even attacked Uber …
When envisioning the wonders of the Mexican Caribbean, the idyllic image of Cancun immediately springs to mind. However, a thriving city in Quintana Roo’s heart is currently experiencing an incredible surge in popularity: Chetumal. Chetumal is known for its diverse cultural heritage, resulting from the fusion of Mayan, Mexican, and Caribbean influences, which is reflected …
The crime rates for Tulum have become a big concern for travelers, and it’s not a huge surprise considering the change in this destination over the past 15 years. Once a sleepy little fishing village that attracted small numbers of hippie travelers, Tulum has grown into a fully-fledged municipality and a world-known tourism destination. Like …