All eyes are on the Mexican Caribbean this year to see if it will beat the record-breaking 2023 that it experienced in the tourism sector. With Cancun an obvious favorite and Tulum set to become more popular than ever due to its new international airport and connections via the new Maya Train, popular hotspots such …

Renovations of tourist services are underway at Maya ruin sites across the Mexican Caribbean thanks to funding provided by the Maya Train PROMESA tourism program. When these upgrade projects are complete, tourists visiting popular archaeological sites such as Palenque, Labná and Sayil will enjoy new ticket offices, shopping areas, food offerings and restrooms, among other …

Like any new venture, there is always bound to be some teething issues before everyone gets the hang of it, right?  Well the Maya Train is certainly experiencing its fair share of problems ever since opening to the public last month.  After a long five-year wait for the billion-dollar infrastructure project to be ready, it …

After years in the making, the Maya Train has finally begun running its services for tourists and locals, and what a first month it has been. The region, which has seen a tourist boom like no other these past few years, had previously been crying out for a reliable and affordable public transport service to …

Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean have made it on The Wall Street Journal’s list of the World’s Top Destinations for 2024 amid the region’s skyrocketing popularity.  According to the prestigious U.S. newspaper, the Mexican Caribbean state of Quintana Roo ranks among the most dynamic global destinations in 2024. From its excellent beaches to trend-setting experiences, the sub-drenched …

There are several amazing vacation destinations in the Mexican Caribbean and throughout the Yucatan Peninsula, but one in particular is getting a lot of attention right now.    Bacalar, an inland destination that’s about 4.5 hours from Cancun, is not located on the Caribbean coast but has a stunning lake that draws tourists from far and …

As a new blank page begins for Cancun and 2024, it is almost written in the stars that the tourist boom it experienced last year will continue, with Americans as the driving force.  With Cancun standing out as the main hub for international flights in Mexico, receiving 12.6 million seats of the 34.9 million seats …

Travelers headed to Playa del Carmen beaches this week might come across an unexpected sight: red seaweed. Travelers and residents have taken to social media in recent days to share images and videos of the strange seaweed, which many have confused with sargassum. Although the sargassum season is expected to officially begin sometime in February, …

Beaches in the growing hotspot of Puerto Morelos – located just a stone’s throw from Cancun and Playa del Carmen – are set to receive major upgrades ahead of the record-breaking summer season. Puerto Morelos has seen its popularity explode with travelers in the past year thanks to its authentic and historical vibe as well …

When it comes to planning a Playa del Carmen vacation, the biggest decision to make is which resort to book. A decision that can quickly become difficult when travelers realize the list of positively reviewed and fairly-priced resorts is a lot bigger than to be expected. Multiple pools, top-end dining, luxurious rooms, and awesome nighttime …