The long-awaited Maya Train has been a hot topic for some time now, and with fresh news coming from the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, María Luisa Albores González last Monday announced that section 5 of the train could be one of the most scenic and iconic train routes in Mexico. For The Architecture …
It’s good to take a little bit of Cancun back home to remember a vacation well spent. But with so many shopping options, it can be difficult to know where is best to find souvenirs, and buying within the resorts or chain stores can mean higher prices and a pretty unimpressive selection. Thankfully, Cancun is …
Sargassum levels in the Riviera Maya are expected to nearly double compared to levels seen last year. Despite earlier warnings at the start of the year suggesting that 2023 could bring some much-needed and welcome respite from the invasive stinky seaweed, more recent findings from scientific bodies in the region have released the news that …
If you’re on the hunt for your next watering hole or in pursuit of a beach club on Tulum’s beachfront anytime soon, it might be worth noting a couple of things before heading there. The Santa Fe Beach Club, located in Tulum’s National Park in the state of Quintana Roo, has recently been placed under …
Located in the south of Quintana Roo, Bacalar is a paradise destination that’s becoming a traveler’s favorite for so many reasons. With a walkable town center, relatively affordable boutique hotels and hostels, amazing tours, and great food and drink, no matter your budget, it’s hard not to like it here. Plus, there’s the incomparable scenery …
In recent days the arrival of sargassum in Playa del Carmen has been occurring at higher levels than usual for this early in the season. So much sargassum is arriving that it has prompted the local government to spring into action to clear the beaches. Now, Playa del Carmen is preparing to remove the sargassum …
Security on Cancun beaches was increased recently due to a fight that occurred between street vendors in front of tourists who were on a Hotel Zone beach. The fight took place in the area of the Crown Paradise hotel at 10:00 in the morning and was caught on hotel video cameras. In the video, you …
A surprise joint police and military initiative began in recent days that includes members of the security forces performing surprise inspections in the bars and nightclubs of Playa Del Carmen. While the presence of police and military personnel in the streets of the city is nothing new, it is less common to extend their patrol …
Authorities in the popular southern resort town of Tulum are stepping up their game to keep the location’s spectacular tropical beaches cleaner than ever before. Several beaches in the seaside resort destination were recently awarded platinum certification, the highest distinction awarded under Mexico’s strict classification system. The accolade certifies extremely high standards when it comes …
A brand new massive all-inclusive resort is coming to Cancun’s hotel zone in late 2023. The new upscale resort will be called AVA Resort Cancun and will offer travelers luxurious amenities in addition to several novelties that will help the new brand to stand out among the competition. The new resort comes at a time …