Millions of travelers flock to Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean each year in search of stunning white-sand beaches and turquoise waters. But this year, one island destination near Cancun stands out among the crowd for its award-winning and sargassum-free shores: Isla Mujeres. A mere 15-minute ferry ride from Cancun, this tiny tropical paradise boasts two …
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A new government initiative in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean promises to deliver a bold result: to keep up to 100 beaches in the region clear of sargassum seaweed until December. The new plan is part of a renewed effort to tackle the sargassum issue as the Mexican Caribbean skyrockets in popularity with travelers. Around …
Cancun is home to more Blue Flag-certified beaches than ever in 2024 as the coastal city continues to improve the quality and cleanliness of its stunning shoreline. This week, Cancun kicked off the 2024-2025 Blue Flag season, and many of the city’s famous beaches received prestigious distinctions. Despite the city’s soaring travel numbers, Cancun has …
A new study by Mexico’s federal environmental agency has found that all of Cancun’s beaches are safe for swimming this summer and are clear of potentially harmful bacteria and viruses. The busy summer season has just kicked off in the coastal resort hotspot, with thousands of travelers expected to set foot in the destination every …
Several popular beaches in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean have seen an uptick of sargassum seaweed in the wake of the powerful category 2 Hurricane Beryl. Although the hurricane caused only minor damage to several locations in the Mexican Caribbean, strong ocean currents & wind resulted in tons of sargassum seaweed washing up on several popular Cancun …
Cancun’s renowned white-sand beaches are due to receive significant investments this summer to help combat sargassum and rising pollution levels thanks to the city’s new tourism tax. Cancun’s Visitax has added more than $18 million to the city’s coffers this year alone, providing a major boost in sargassum prevention and clean-up. And with seaweed levels …
As Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean head into one of the busiest summer seasons on record, a number of resort hotspots in the sunny region are bolstering their sargassum strategies. One standout among the crowd is Playa del Carmen, a quaint city destination just south of Cancun. With tons of sargassum seaweed expected to affect the …
Playa del Carmen beaches could soon see a huge influx of sargassum seaweed as temperatures soar in the coastal region due to ongoing heatwaves. Meteorological experts say that higher temperatures could be linked to greater sargassum levels, potentially worsening the Mexican Caribbean’s seaweed situation. Home to dozens of quaint white-sand beaches, Playa del Carmen is …
The state of beaches in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean is a hot topic among environmental experts as more travelers continue to flock to the popular region. A new report reveals that several of Cancun’s most popular beaches are seeing more trash and other waste left behind by travelers despite new efforts to shore up …
Across the Mexican Caribbean, there is no shortage of reasons to visit this stunning corner of the Americas. Electric nightlife, historical experiences, and a long list of adventurous activities keep travelers far away from boredom while on vacation. However, the biggest draw to the Mexican Caribbean is the promise of sun, sea, and sand—the backbone …