If you’ve been hearing murmurs about Costa Mujeres lately, you’re not imagining it. We at The Cancun Sun have watched this once-sleepy stretch just north of the Hotel Zone quietly become the place travelers book when they want Cancun’s turquoise water—without Cancun’s crowds. Fresh data backs it up: during the week of September 27–October 3, …
You’ve found the perfect flight to Cancun, landing at a reasonable 5:00 PM. It seems ideal, but let’s walk through the reality of that arrival day. By the time you get through immigration, wait for your bags, and take the transfer, you’re often not checking into your resort until 6:30 PM or later. Add in …
CANCUN — As you scroll through images of the Riviera Maya, a common question arises for the modern traveler: is there anything authentic left? With the explosive growth of Cancun and the transformation of Playa del Carmen and Tulum into global hotspots, the dream of finding a quiet, laid-back Mexican fishing village can feel like …
You’re in the final stages of planning your Cancun vacation, running a last-minute price check on a major booking site like Expedia or Booking.com. You decide to search for one of the most famous and historic all-inclusive resorts in the destination, Club Med Cancún, and you get… nothing. Is it sold out? Is it a …
TULUM — For years, one of the most frustrating paradoxes of a Tulum vacation was the sheer difficulty of actually getting to the world-famous beach. Visitors staying in town or at an Airbnb were often confronted with a long, seemingly endless wall of private hotels and beach clubs, leaving them confused, intimidated, and wondering, “Where …
If you’ve heard the “Coco Bongo is just a tourist trap” line, you’re not alone. But as we at The Cancun Sun see it—after years of on-the-ground reporting and reader feedback—this is one of those rare “tourist trap” experiences that’s absolutely worth doing once, especially if you love big, theatrical nights out. Think of it …
The end of a Cancun vacation is always bittersweet. But the departure process at Cancun International Airport (CUN), especially during high season, can often feel more bitter than sweet. The main departure halls are a chaotic whirlwind of crowds, long lines for food, and a desperate search for an open seat and a working power …
For decades, the answer was simple. Cancun was the party. Its reputation as the world’s spring break capital, fueled by the neon glow of the legendary Party Zone, was undisputed. But a traveler planning a trip for 2026 will find a very different and far more complex picture: ads for ultra-luxury wellness retreats right next …
We at The Cancun Sun love a little splurge as much as anyone—but only when it actually delivers. After tracking reader reports and testing the on-the-ground reality, we’ve found three heavily marketed “luxury” experiences in Cancun that routinely miss the mark, plus easy swaps that give you way more fun (and value) for your pesos. …
It’s the ultimate vacation indulgence. You’re at a stunning Cancun all-inclusive, and the thought of spending a morning wrapped in a plush robe, listening to tranquil music, and getting a world-class massage is almost irresistible. But then you see the price list, and that feeling of relaxation is quickly replaced by a jolt of sticker …