Sargassum seaweed is known to plague the Mexican Caribbean coastline each summer, releasing an unpleasant stench and scaring travelers away. But this summer, sargassum levels have remained unusually low, prompting thousands of sun-seeking travelers to enjoy white-sand beaches across the region. One particularly popular destination that offers picture-perfect waters is Bacalar, a booming hotspot several …
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Calling a destination the “New Tulum” is a big claim to make, but thanks to a few huge changes in the Mexican Caribbean in the past few years for one town, the shoe fits. But first, it’s important to clarify how there can be a new Tulum when Tulum still exists. Over the past decade, …
With the Maya Train nearing completion, many travelers are already planning to use the new railway system to explore the Mexican Caribbean’s hidden wonders. This week, officials made a stunning discovery in the town of Buenavista, near Bacalar, a town and eco-tourism hotspot south of Cancun famous for its colorful lagoons and lush nature. While …
Officials in the emerging hotspot of Bacalar recently announced a massive new security operation to protect travelers over the summer. The coastal destination is most famous for its stunning azure lagoons, where travelers can find unique bungalow accommodations and scenic nature trails. With the destination exploding in popularity this summer, authorities are keen on protecting a growing …
open air cenote waters in the Mexican Caribbean during the day.
You may not have heard of the ‘Lagoon of Seven Colors’, or Bacalar, the town in which it’s found, but this destination has been rapidly growing in popularity over the last decade. Originally only visited by budget backpackers, more and more high-end properties have appeared in this stunning location which is in the southerly reaches …