As the winter season begins in the Mexican Caribbean, one popular destination that is expecting high tourist occupancy levels is Playa del Carmen. Known for its year-round sensational weather, great all-inclusive accommodation options, and some of the prettiest beach locations in the region, Playa del Carmen is seeing more and more people pick it as …
Pollution
This week, health authorities reported that the waters of Chetumal Bay in the south of Quintana Roo state have been contaminated by pesticides from nearby farms, making it unsafe for tourists to swim in. The bay’s azure blue waters have long been a favourite destination for tourists escaping the busyness of Cancun and Playa Del …
Keeping Cancun’s top-rated beaches clean this summer is a major priority for the local government as millions of tourists visit the area over the next few months. Aside from sargassum, a naturally-occurring seaweed, pollution, and plastic waste remain an issue facing the area’s beaches. In order to maintain beaches in pristine condition, Cancun’s government is …