Spring is finally here, and for the Mexican Caribbean, this only means one thing – high season is back. But spring also marks the start of the dreaded sargassum season, typically spanning from April to September. Tons of the macroalgae wash up on the shores of Cancun and the Riviera Maya each year, turning beach …
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Last December, the Federal Consumer Protector’s Office reopened their complaint office in Cancun International Airport to respond to tourist issues related to the operations of the airport and the airlines transporting passengers. Since its opening almost four months ago, the complaint office recently confirmed that they have received more than 1,300 complaints from travelers using …
Cancun, a beach vacation paradise, is filled with sprawling all-inclusive resorts and luxury hotels, and the destination’s popularity keeps them pretty full. The destination’s growth doesn’t seem like it’s going to slow down anytime soon, either, so well-known hotel brands are betting on Cancun and opening new resorts regularly. The most recent are two new …
Slowly but surely, each section of the Maya Train is opening, and the most popular station so far is undoubtedly the one at Cancun Airport. Travelers arriving in Cancun can go directly from the airport to the Maya Train, but there has been a delay in the arrival of the electric vehicles to be used …
Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean continue their lead as the most sought-after resort destinations in Mexico this year amid skyrocketing arrival figures according to the Secretary of Tourism of Quintana Roo. That’s according to new statistics that point to surging occupancy rates across numerous resort hotspots in the sunny region, with up to 80% of …
Travelers have been excited about the Maya Train since the project was first announced, and that excitement builds with the opening of each new section. Unfortunately, the project has been plagued with delays and technical difficulties since its inception. Just days ago, Maya Train passengers were stranded for hours after the most recent train failure, …
If you’ve ever visited Cancun or you’re planning to, you’ve probably been asked the question, “Is it safe there?” You may even be wondering yourself if Cancun is a safe vacation destination…. And the answer to that question is yes, Cancun is generally safe for tourists. But How Safe Is Cancun? There are certain precautions …
The anticipation is building for the first international flights to Tulum International Airport. However, before the first international flight from the United States touches down on the runway, one of the country’s major airlines is already slashing service to the new airport well before its March 31 start date. It’s an ominous start to the …
One of the most important things to plan when you’re planning your Cancun vacation is how you’ll get from the airport to your hotel and around in general. There are several options, including Uber, although Uber is still not allowed to operate at the airport yet, and taxis. Taxi drivers in Cancun have had an …
Just in Cancun’s Hotel Zone alone, there are 11 public beaches, which are visited by millions of tourists every year. Among them is the popular Caracol Beach, located at the quieter northern end of the busy tourist area. It’s a favorite among those looking for a more laid-back beach experience, but the popular Cancun beach …