CANCUN — The hotel landscape in Cancun is in a state of constant evolution, and another major global player is doubling down on the destination. IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s largest hospitality groups, has just announced it will be bringing its stylish and rapidly growing premium brand, VOCO, to Cancun. The announcement …
If you love planning your trips around great meals, you’re in good company—we at The Cancun Sun do, too. OpenTable and KAYAK dropped their 2025 Top Hotel Restaurants in Mexico guide, and the Riviera Maya absolutely shows out. Below, we’ve pulled every restaurant from the list located in Cancún, Playa del Carmen, and Tulum, plus …
Navigating the 13-mile stretch of the Cancun Hotel Zone presents a classic vacation dilemma: how do you get around without wasting time or money? For years, the answer was a simple taxi ride. But with the arrival of Uber, the landscape has become more complicated, creating a trade-off between convenience and cost that every traveler …
You’ve arrived in paradise. The sun is shining, the turquoise water is calling, and you’re ready to stake your claim on a patch of pristine white sand. On vacation, it can often feel like the normal rules don’t apply. But to protect the beauty and safety of Cancun’s world-famous coastline, there are specific regulations in …
If you’re flying into CUN soon, here’s the move we at The Cancun Sun swear by: don’t check a bag. Not to be dramatic, but skipping the carousel can mean the difference between sipping a poolside margarita and standing under fluorescent lights wondering where your suitcase is. And to be clear—it’s not every flight and …
CANCUN — The latest passenger statistics for Cancun International Airport (CUN) are in, and they paint a fascinating picture of a destination that continues to defy gravity. In August 2025, the airport welcomed a staggering 1,402,782 international passengers. While this is a minuscule 0.8% dip from the all-time record set in August of last year, …
A day trip to Isla Mujeres is practically a rite of passage for any Cancun vacationer. The promise of a laid-back island vibe, stunning beaches, and the freedom of exploring in a golf cart is the perfect antidote to the high-energy bustle of the Hotel Zone. But amidst the dreamy photos, a practical question always …
If you’re on the East Coast and craving sun, tacos, and turquoise water now, Cancun might be the easiest “out of office” you’ll ever take. Many of us at The Cancun Sun do this run all the time: fly down Friday morning, check into an all-inclusive by lunch, squeeze in two sunsets and a beach …
You’re dreaming of that perfect winter escape: trading your winter coat for a swimsuit 👙 and escaping the dreary cold for the guaranteed turquoise water and warm sunshine of Cancun. But as you start browsing for flights and hotels, a crucial question emerges: just how busy will it really be, and will you spend your …
With near-perfect ratings and a premium ticket price, MYST Cancun has firmly established itself as one of the premier nightlife experiences in the Riviera Maya. It promises a Vegas-caliber spectacle, setting sky-high expectations for any traveler willing to make the investment. But beyond the 5-star reviews, what is the experience actually like on the ground? …