Imagine stepping out of your resort lobby and, just a few sandy steps later, finding yourself amid the sun-drenched plazas and secret chambers of a centuries-old Maya coastal city—the newly reopened El Rey archaeological zone makes this dream a reality. We at The Cancún Sun are thrilled to report that the National Institute of Anthropology …
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Imagine walking among ancient Mayan monuments that were nearly lost to time, now meticulously rescued and reassembled in a single, breathtaking park. This isn’t a fantasy—it’s about to become a reality, and all of us at The Cancun Sun couldn’t be more excited! Governor Mara Lezama has announced the grand opening of a brand-new archaeological …
We at The Cancún Sun can’t think of a better way to trade sunbathing for storytime than by stepping into the very world that shaped this coastline thousands of years ago. From gazing up at the shadow-casting pyramid at Chichén Itzá to detoxing in a traditional temazcal sweat lodge, each of these eight adventures brings …
The Mexican Caribbean is teeming with stunning historical wonders. From Tulum’s vast Archaeological Site to Cancun’s El Rey ruins, the sun-soaked region’s cultural treasures are a trending attraction for millions of travelers. Earlier this month, archeologists wrapped up conservation efforts at the massive Ichkabal ruins near Tulum and opened the ancient Mayan site to the …
Historical and cultural tourism is set to experience a revival in 2024 in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean thanks to the launching of the Maya Train railway system. The completion of the innovative train network will unlock unexplored Mayan sites as well as make reaching existing ones easier and faster than ever before. But even …
As Cancun’s beaches become increasingly crowded and the city skyrockets in popularity, many travelers are exploring destinations outside of the Mexican Caribbean hotspot. One stunning region stands out among the crowd for its stunning beaches, colorful lagoons, and rich Mayan history. The sun-soaked Costa Maya, in the southern region of the Mexican Caribbean state of …
With interest in the Mexican Caribbean’s legendary Maya civilization reaching an all-time high, officials are busy carrying out extensive renovations on a number of historic sites across the region. One of the latest Mayan ruins to undergo renovation is Playa del Carmen’s Xelhá ruins, which authorities recently closed indefinitely as workers begin to improve infrastructure …
Tulum’s hugely popular Archeological Zone is set to become even more alluring for travelers with the opening of two new temples that have thus far remained off-limits for the general public. This week, archeologists revealed that travelers will soon be able to discover a whole new section within the vast Mayan ruins of Tulum. The …
Although Cancun is mostly famous for its stellar all-inclusives and splendid beaches, few are aware that there are a number of key Mayan sites just a stone’s throw away from the city’s hotel zone. This year, travelers will be able to visit one of Cancun’s best-preserved Mayan sites, the El Meco ruins, as the historical …
Cultural travel is on the rise in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean as travelers increasingly venture outside of their all-inclusive resorts. With a range of new investments to improve accessibility and infrastructure across the myriad of stunning Mayan sites around Quintana Roo, enjoying the Mexican Caribbean’s rich culture has never been so easy. The Mexican …