Three prestigious hotels near Cancun have made it onto the list of the world’s leading properties in this year’s edition of The World’s 50 Best Hotels. Published by the prestigious UK-based William Reed, the list is elaborated by a panel of hoteliers, travel experts, and journalists. The viral list takes a deep dive into the winning …
The highly anticipated Tulum Maya Train station officially began operations this week, kicking off a new era of public transportation between the southern Mexican Caribbean hotspot and Cancun. Travelers can now purchase tickets for the southern section of the Maya Train railway system online and in person, making Tulum more accessible than ever before. The …
Grabbing a bite to eat or a souvenir from a street vendor is a timeless tradition in Mexico, with street vending dating back to the 16th century. Since the late 20th century, the practice has grown even more popular. Today, there are thousands of street vendors in Cancun, but unfortunately, not all of them are …
Millions of travelers flock to Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean each year in search of stunning white-sand beaches and turquoise waters. But this year, one island destination near Cancun stands out among the crowd for its award-winning and sargassum-free shores: Isla Mujeres. A mere 15-minute ferry ride from Cancun, this tiny tropical paradise boasts two …
Resorts in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean have begun offering huge fall discounts for travelers this year amid rapidly diminishing occupancy rates. Despite an overall highly successful summer season, with well over a million travelers flocking to Cancun’s white-sand beaches, resorts are reporting an unusually quiet fall season as booking levels drop dramatically. But with …
In June, the much-anticipated AVA Resort Cancun opened just outside of the famed Hotel Zone, but the grand opening celebration won’t take place until next month. The new Cancun luxury resort recently announced that it will celebrate its grand opening with an unforgettable Day of the Dead, or Dia de los Muertos, party. Read on …
A New report from Riviera Maya News suggests that a growing number of arriving travelers at Cancun International Airport are being charged hefty customs fees for carrying too many electronic devices. The news comes amid soaring complaints from Cancun hotel associations, who claim the excessively strict import restrictions on personal electronic devices are damaging the …
If the charming city of Tulum has been calling your name and you’re trying to come up with one more reason to visit, you’ll be happy to hear that there are not one, not two, but FIVE new reasons to visit this incredible city near Cancun. Tulum has a lot going on right now, and …
The Mexican Caribbean is teeming with stunning historical wonders. From Tulum’s vast Archaeological Site to Cancun’s El Rey ruins, the sun-soaked region’s cultural treasures are a trending attraction for millions of travelers. Earlier this month, archeologists wrapped up conservation efforts at the massive Ichkabal ruins near Tulum and opened the ancient Mayan site to the …
With travel to Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean set to pick up over the coming months, visitors are increasingly seeking out cheaper means of transport from the city’s international airport as taxis continue to drive prices up. Despite Uber growing widely in popularity, taxis remain a ubiquitous sight across Cancun, often charging travelers up to …