They’re calling it the “January slope” in local news, where it’s been predicted that there will be a drop in hotel occupancy rates by approximately 60% for the first month of the year in certain smaller destinations south of Cancun. Here’s why you should visit these underrated Mexican Caribbean destinations during this winter travel season. During …
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It was announced by local news on Monday that Quintana Roo officials will be putting even stricter measures in place for all taxi drivers that commit any acts of violence while on duty. This latest crackdown applies to taxi drivers in the entire Quintana Roo region, which includes the capital city of Chetumal, Cancun, Playa …
While vacationing in Tulum, an American woman crashed against a concrete wall of a hotel while driving a motorcycle in Tulum. The woman, who stays at Alba Hotel in Aldea Zama, suffered a head injury from the crash. The Aldea Zama is a luxurious residential community that blends the modern lifestyle with the antique charm …
Authorities in Quintana Roo are clamping down on taxi drivers in Quintana Roo, particularly in the southern city of Chetumal. It was reported by local news this week that the Mobility Institute of the State of Quintana Roo (Imoveqroo) will increase the supervision of taxi drivers in Chetumal starting this week in order to protect …
This week, Mexican airline Aeromar is set to debut its flights connecting Merida, Chetumal, and Cozumel, strengthening air connections throughout the Riviera Maya. These routes are set to bolster tourism ventures in all three destinations, as these cities are often overlooked by major airlines. Juan Ignacio Rosello, the commercial director of the company, made this …
This week, health authorities reported that the waters of Chetumal Bay in the south of Quintana Roo state have been contaminated by pesticides from nearby farms, making it unsafe for tourists to swim in. The bay’s azure blue waters have long been a favourite destination for tourists escaping the busyness of Cancun and Playa Del …
After two years of closure, the Government of Belize has agreed to open the land border with Mexico, specifically the one that communicates with the southern part of the Mexican state of Quintana Roo. Belize closed the land border with Mexico on March 2020, to control the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The action …
U.S. travelers are sure to benefit from new direct flights to the world-famous Costa Maya this season, especially at a time when the Omicron variant prompts a majority of touristic destinations to tighten rules for Americans once more. On the other hand, Mexico has stood by its open border policy and continues to allow passengers …
New Route Flies Twice Weekly American Airlines has officially begun its new route between Miami and Chetumal. The inaugural flight landed on Wednesday around 1 o’clock, with passengers welcomed off the aircraft with a guard of honor from airport representatives. The new route is a welcome addition to the Mexican airport, which has had no …