We at The Cancun Sun have been watching the Maya Train rollout since day one, and every time there’s a promo we ask the same question: “Okay, but is this the one that finally makes tourists try it?” This time… yeah, it kind of is. For November and December, the Maya Train is bringing back …
Maya Train
Remember all the buzz about the Maya Train? For a while, it felt more like a myth than a reality, a massive project promising to connect the entire Yucatan Peninsula. Well, the results for 2025 are in, and the verdict is clear: the train isn’t just a success, it’s a full-blown phenomenon that is fundamentally …
You’ve done it. You’ve booked a ticket on the sleek, new Tren Maya, ready to glide through the jungle and arrive in paradise. The journey is smooth, the views are stunning, and the train pulls into the station right on time. You step onto the platform, bags in hand, and then it hits you: your …
Welcome to the Riviera Maya! Literally our favorite place on earth! If you’re anything like us, you’re dreaming of turquoise cenotes, ancient jungle-shrouded ruins, and vibrant colonial cities. But planning how to get from the beaches of Cancun to the magic of Chichén Itzá or the charm of Valladolid can sometimes feel like a puzzle …
An Original Report by The Cancun Sun The sleek carriages glide through the jungle backdrop, hinting at both Mayan heritage and modern ambition. Mexico’s Tren Maya is no longer just a grand vision; key sections are operational right now, carrying thousands of tourists and locals along the bustling Riviera Maya corridor. But beyond the official …
Vacations can put a pretty big dent in your wallet. That, and, of course, getting the time off, is why so many people only get the luxury of taking one or two vacations a year. But what if vacations could be more affordable? What if you could find beach bliss on a budget? The fact …
On December 15th of last year, Mexico’s first route on the Maya Train, also known as Tren Maya, was inaugurated. A year later, Mexico’s new president, Claudia Sheinbaum, has announced that the Maya Train project is complete. There are many places you can visit now faster and cheaper than ever before, and there are five exciting …
Cancun might be known for its beaches, but beyond the popular vacation destination, the Yucatan Peninsula as a whole is known for its captivating nature, charming small towns, and, more than anything, its fascinating Mayan ruins. Millions of travelers fly into Cancun every year to be able to visit some of these ancient archeological sites, …
Since the first sections of the Maya Train began operating around this time last December, different sections have opened up at various times throughout the year. The train travels through much of the Yucatan Peninsula, allowing visitors to see numerous amazing destinations that were not so easy to access before. The most recently completed station …
Now that Tulum Airport is up and running, travelers wanting to visit the Mexican Caribbean have another option for getting to the region, which seems to be getting a lot of attention. Over 1 million passengers have already chosen to fly into Tulum Airport from various international destinations worldwide. If you’re planning a trip to …