If you have ever taken the quick boat ride over from Playa del Carmen, you already know the secret. Cozumel is one of the most beautiful, laid-back islands in the Mexican Caribbean. But the secret is officially out. Cozumel is projecting an absolutely massive 2026, with local officials anticipating over 9 million total visitors this …
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If you needed one more sign to finally do that Isla Mujeres day trip (or even turn it into an overnight), here it is. U.S. News & World Report just dropped its 2026 Best Vacations rankings, and Isla Mujeres landed the #1 spot for “Best Places to Visit in Mexico.” And honestly? We at The …
If you’ve been craving that real Caribbean-blue water (the kind that makes your camera roll instantly embarrassing), Cozumel deserves a spot at the very top of your list. And the best part? It’s way easier to reach than most people think. We at The Cancun Sun keep an eye on what’s getting simpler for travelers, …
Our eagle eyes at The Cancun Sun have spotted some exciting news straight from the World Travel Awards: Isla Mujeres is officially nominated for Mexico & Central America’s Leading Island Destination 2025! These awards are among the travel industry’s highest honor, so this nod proves Isla Mujeres is no hidden secret. If you’ve ever dreamed …
Although the Mexican Caribbean is home to a handful of gorgeous tropical islands, few offer as wide a range of experiences as magical Cozumel. This fall, the largest island near Cancun is reporting a huge uptick in arrival figures with the launching of several new non-stop flight connections to the U.S., new data shows. From …
Condé Nast has named the Mexican Caribbean island of Holbox one of the top island destinations in the 2024 Reader’s Choice Awards. Situated just several hours north of Cancun, Holbox is a small tropical island that boasts some of the most spectacular beaches in the entire region. A popular destination for day-trippers, Holbox is also …
The Mexican Caribbean’s powdery white-sand beaches, azure waters, and endless natural beauty are some of the strongest draws for the millions of travelers who flock to the region each year. And while Cancun offers plenty of that and more, a stunning location just 15 minutes from the resort hotspot gives the coastal city a run …
Ask tourists about their vacation getaway to the Mexican Caribbean Island of Cozumel and many of them will remark that their trip was simply magical. Now they can really say it and mean it. The Magical Town of Cozumel Cozumel was officially declared the newest magical town in Mexico at a ceremony last week. During …
Officials on the popular tropical island of Holbox are finalizing the details of a new environmental tax that all visitors will be subject to starting this year. The move is part of a wider effort to protect the island’s delicate ecosystems. Holbox has seen its popularity grow wildly with travelers over the past several years, …
As a destination, there isn’t much Cancun doesn’t offer, with huge choices in nightlife, near-endless beaches, and tourism infrastructure that works to make every traveler’s vacation as fantastic as possible. With that being said, the huge popularity of Cancun has seen it transform into a mammoth city in comparison to its small, sleepy beginnings. Thankfully, …