Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador was in Cancun this weekend to officially inaugurate the completion of the brand new $7.2 billion peso ($421 million) Cancun Cloverleaf airport road collector project. It’s a high-profile road work project that will help speed tourists along to the Cancun International Airport. The New Airport Collector A project of …
Delays and cancellations at airports seem to be the norm these days, but typically these are either caused by weather conditions or the airlines themselves. A newer system at Cancun Airport, though, is the latest culprit in affecting air travel for its visitors, causing tourists to miss their flights. For an airport that has more …
Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean currently have more online vacation rentals – especially Airbnbs – than at any point in history. And while they offer a host of benefits, they also come with some notable downsides that travelers have to consider when booking their next Caribbean getaway. Officials have recently implemented sweeping changes to the …
With summer vacations coming to an end around various parts of the world, one location in the Mexican Caribbean is still seeing hotel occupancy close to capacity. Isla Mujeres has seen hotel occupancy still sitting around 90%, as tourists still seem to be flocking to the area known for being a popular vacation destination. This …
There are many ways to get around Cancun and beyond when visiting the Mexican Caribbean, but just like with anything else, some are better than others. Some transportation options are more comfortable, others are more convenient, and some are more affordable. One of the most affordable ways to get around, especially if traveling outside of …
While sargassum season is not quite over yet, the beaches got an early reprieve from the massive amounts of sargassum that typically cover them during the summer months. Usually, sargassum season lasts well into the fall, with its presence noticeable sometimes as late as October. But recent tropical storms have cleared Mexican Caribbean beaches of …
The Yucatan state boasts over 2,000 Mayan archaeological sites, with new findings emerging yearly and potentially thousands more awaiting discovery. Yet among these Mayan treasures, none have captivated the hearts of visitors quite like the majestic Chichen Itzá. Designated a World Heritage site in 1988 and recognized as one of the New Seven Wonders Of …
Second only to the unbeatable Cancun, Playa Del Carmen continues to be an extremely popular area for tourists. The state of Quintana Roo continues to record brilliant numbers of visitors coming to the area, and with the huge flow of flights arriving at the destination this summer, Playa Del Carmen carves itself out as a …
As travel prices continue to rise in 2023, finding an affordable vacation deal requires careful planning and flexibility. While finding budget-friendly flights and accommodation options is essential, the cost of tourist attractions can quickly add up and strain your travel budget. Fortunately, the Mexican Caribbean offers a wealth of stunning tourist attractions that won’t break …
The Riu brand is well-known in Mexican Caribbean vacation destinations, with more than 10 properties in the region, specifically in Cancun and Playa del Carmen. Riu all-inclusive resorts are popular among tourists because they offer so many great amenities, and one Cancun property just got even better. This massively popular Cancun resort, Hotel Riu Caribe, …