Sargassum – a type of naturally occurring seaweed – is plaguing Cancun and Mexican Caribbean beaches earlier than usual this year. Officials are in a race against time as they activate cleaning protocols and set up sargassum collection points to deal with record seaweed levels. The sargassum season began unusually early this year, in mid-February, …
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Cancun isn’t short on world-class resorts, but even in a place that sees luxury as a basic necessity, there is one resort that stands above many of the rest. The Kempinski Hotel Cancun is the standard setter for 5-star resorts across all of the Americas. Every aspect of this destination has been carefully thought out …
Authorities in the popular southern resort town of Tulum are stepping up their game to keep the location’s spectacular tropical beaches cleaner than ever before. Several beaches in the seaside resort destination were recently awarded platinum certification, the highest distinction awarded under Mexico’s strict classification system. The accolade certifies extremely high standards when it comes …
A string of drownings in Cancun and the Riviera Maya this year has brought the issue of water safety to the limelight. Although the Mexican Caribbean is a safe beach destination for travelers, there are several risks that travelers need to keep in mind when visiting the region’s plentiful white-sand beaches. Strong currents, waves, and …
Beaches across much of Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean are expected to have low sargassum levels during most of February, according to a recently-published forecast. That’s good news for the many travelers headed to the sun-soaked region this winter as travel numbers continue to skyrocket. The sargassum season typically begins in March and lasts until …
Travelers headed to Cancun will be relieved to hear that a recent report has suggested that there will be less sargassum invading its beaches this year compared to last year. The stinky seaweed has long since been a plague on the beaches of Cancun and the wider region, proving to be a problem that’s not …
There seems to be no end to Cancun’s soaring popularity among travelers after officials revealed the city’s hotels will be almost fully booked over the next three months. Millions of travelers are expected to flock to Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean over the winter, pushing up average nightly rates at hotels and resorts across the …
Travel agencies widely predict Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean to be one of the most sought-after international destinations for U.S. travelers in 2023, a trend that has gone on for several years already. Travelers only have to venture a few hours north or south of Cancun to find some of the most stunning Caribbean destinations, …
This winter, millions of travelers are flocking to Cancun’s award-winning beaches in search of sun, fun, and tropical hospitality. A day out on the beach is a must-do when visiting Cancun, as it is home to some of the most incredible beaches in the world. Cancun’s gorgeous coastline is unmatched in condition, beauty, and variety, …
Travelers headed to Cancun over the Christmas holidays will be able to enjoy some of the city’s top beaches after officials announced that they would be extending their opening hours from 9 am to 6 pm. The decision has been warmly welcomed by visitors and locals alike, who will be able to enjoy the Mexican …