Much of what makes the Mexican Caribbean so popular is best experienced in one of the region’s spectacular tropical islands. White-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and cozy boutique hotels are just a few of the features that make Quintana Roo’s islands a hit with travelers. One particular island is in splendid condition right now. Holbox, a …
When it comes to tourist attractions, the Mexican Caribbean has it all: breathtaking beaches, lavish all-inclusives, rich culture, and much more. So, it’s no surprise that the number of tourists flocking to Cancun and the Riviera Maya keeps rising year after year. And while several destinations in the Mexican Caribbean have experienced a significant uptick …
Whether traveling solo or with others, knowing that you are in a safe destination is always hugely important to any traveler. Though many Americans travel to Mexico every single year, and the Mexican Caribbean is having one of its best years in history in the tourism sector, there are times when it can be portrayed …
Safety is one of travelers’ main concerns when visiting popular resort destinations in the Mexican Caribbean. But in Playa del Carmen, those worries are noticeably less present than elsewhere, thanks to new government measures to tackle crime. Situated an hour south of Cancun, Playa del Carmen has skyrocketed in popularity to become one of the …
When the tourist industry really set off many moons ago, with the groundbreaking introduction of commercial aviation, the world was suddenly opened up to everybody. As temperatures plummeted in the winter months and school vacation time grew longer, tourists would pick the place that could guarantee them that picturesque, postcard view of white sandy beaches …
Taxis are one of the most used forms of transportation to get to and from Cancun Airport and the Hotel Zone, but they aren’t necessarily always the best option. In addition to the ongoing battle with Uber, prices are also known to be quite high. In fact, high taxi prices in Cancun have even led …
Once a hidden Mexican Caribbean gem only known by the most adventurous travelers, Bacalar has evolved into one of the Yucatan Peninsula’s most popular destinations. Located about a 4-hour drive from Cancun, Bacalar is best known for its mesmerizing blue lagoon and its laid-back, bohemian atmosphere. These attributes, added to its multiple cultural and historical …
Now that the brown seaweed sargassum season is over in the Mexican Caribbean, Federal Maritime-Terrestrial Zone teams can finally hit the coastline of Playa del Carmen to put the final touches on the beaches for the peak fall and winter travel season. Peak Prepping of the Beaches Recovered sand started arriving this week on the …
Cancun began being built as a vacation destination in 1970, and the first hotel in the newly developed resort town opened in 1974. By the following year, Cancun was already welcoming approximately 100,000 visitors. Fast forward to last year, and more than 30 million tourists visited the destination, many of whom were American tourists. Now, …
As winter sets in across the world, and the longing for those balmy summer evenings to return grows stronger, people are already one step ahead and are booking their next vacations to the Mexican Caribbean. One huge plus for coming to this warm, picturesque paradise during this winter high season is that sargassum season has …