The Riviera Maya just received some fantastic news. Sargassum levels have dropped significantly since February, with current levels being just a fifth of what they were a month ago. This is a huge relief for both tourists and locals, as sargassum has been a major issue for the region, with each year becoming progressively worse. …
Playa del Carmen
The Forbes travel guide has become a signature of luxury and quality throughout the world, with some of the most spectacular resorts and hotels being featured. But in this famous travel guide, there is an endorsement reserved for only the best of the best, and that is the Leading Hotels of the World Collection. And …
Playa del Carmen, a Mexican Caribbean resort town about an hour away from Cancun, gets hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. Many of those visitors go for the stunning white sand and crystal clear water beaches, but a trip to Playa del Carmen isn’t complete without a visit to the city’s famous 5th Avenue. …
New resorts are opening in the Riviera Maya all the time, and some existing resorts go through periodic changes to improve the guest experience. This is the case with one luxury resort near Cancun that is unveiling a massive new renovation. The Fairmont Mayakoba, located in a gated community near Playa del Carmen, just completed …
Street and beach vendors are a common sight when visiting vacation destinations in the Riviera Maya, and most of them are just trying to make a living. But in an attempt to sort out the good from the bad and to keep them from crowding certain areas, officials are cracking down on street and beach …
St. Regis is the latest hotel brand to open their doors in the Riviera Maya after debuting a new resort that’s the perfect blend of both luxury and nature earlier this week. One of the biggest, most recognizable names in luxury hotels, St. Regis will be bringing its usual touches of class and quality to …
The ongoing sargassum problem in Riviera Maya has been continuing to affect beaches all around the area, in particular those in Playa Del Carmen. Over the course of the weekend, Luis Herrera Quiam, the leader of the taxi drivers union ‘Lázaro Cárdenas del Rio’, made the call for taxi drivers in Playa Del Carmen to …
The most up-to-date report from the Mexican secretary of the navy states that the Riviera Maya could see up to 3 feet of sargassum buildup this week alone. This is more unwelcome news for travelers on this topic, with the situation showing no signs of letting up in the near future. It is estimated that …
A male Canadian tourist has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a female Canadian was found dead at a resort in Playa Del Carmen. The suspect was found with what appeared to be blood stains on his person, as well as signs of swelling on his hands, which authorities believe indicate a violent altercation. …
Playa del Carmen, like Cancun, is no doubt a destination for those looking for a party, which can be found not far from the famous 5th Avenue. But there is plenty to do for those looking for a more laid-back vacation too, including families looking to get away to someplace sunny and warm. Here is …