You have your passport. You have your swimsuit. You have your sunglasses. You think you are ready for your Cancun vacation. But there is one innocuous item that, if forgotten, will lead to the most painful financial transaction of your entire trip. It isn’t a charger, and it isn’t toothpaste. It is sunscreen. Here at …
If you walk out to Playa Delfines on a windy morning and see a red or black flag flapping over the lifeguard tower, that little piece of fabric is going to decide what kind of beach day you’re going to have. We at The Cancun Sun hear from a lot of readers who aren’t totally …
For decades, Cozumel has held a very specific title: “The Cruise Capital of the Caribbean.” The daily rhythm of the island was dictated by the cruise schedule—thousands of tourists flood the streets at 9:00 AM, buy t-shirts and tequila, and vanish back onto their floating cities by 5:00 PM. But in 2025, that narrative has …
We have all seen the photo. A traveler stands in front of the massive El Castillo pyramid, arms wide open, surrounded by… 4,000 other people holding umbrellas. Chichen Itza is a Wonder of the World, and for good reason. But for many travelers, the experience has become a test of endurance. Between the three-hour drive …
If you’re picturing yourself watching a Cancun sunset from the sand this December, we’ve got good news. City officials just confirmed they’re extending hours and boosting cleaning and support crews on the main public beaches for the peak holiday season — and that will directly shape how your beach days look and feel. Here at …
For years, the most dreaded part of a Cancun vacation wasn’t the flight or the sunburn—it was the immigration hall at Cancun International Airport (CUN). Stories of two-hour lines snaking back up the escalators were the norm. Enter the E-Gates. These automated kiosks have quietly revolutionized the arrival experience, turning a potential hour-long wait into …
It is the heavyweight championship of winter travel. In the red corner, you have Cancun, the high-energy Mexican titan famous for ancient ruins and electric nightlife. In the blue corner, Punta Cana, the Dominican Republic’s laid-back paradise known for endless palm trees and unbeatable value. Every winter, millions of Americans stare at their screens trying …
If it feels like everyone lands in Cancun on Saturday… it’s because they pretty much do. Here at The Cancun Sun, we’ve been tracking airport numbers all year, and the pattern is crystal clear: Saturday is the king of chaos — but with the right game plan, your arrival can still feel surprisingly smooth. Why …
It is the classic packing dilemma for every guy headed to the Mexican Caribbean. You stare at your suitcase and think, “I am going to the beach. Why on earth would I pack long pants?” Then, you arrive at your resort. You spend a perfect day by the pool, head back to the room to …
There is a common misconception about Cancun that lands thousands of tourists in trouble every single winter. The logic goes like this: “I am going to Mexico. Mexico is hot. Therefore, I only need to pack swimsuits and tank tops.” Then, you wake up on a Tuesday morning in January, step out onto your balcony, …