Crime levels in Cancun and Tulum spiked during January, causing concern among tourism officials, law enforcement, and municipal elected officers. This should not come as a surprise to many, as the cities across the Mexican Caribbean have been stepping up security measures in response to an increase in crime over the last couple of months. …
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With spring break just around the corner, the Mexican Caribbean is gearing itself up for another load of excited American tourists ready for the vacation of a lifetime. The unbeatable champion of all the destinations in the region is, of course, Cancun. Not only does it offer the kind of beach paradise that some only …
Despite topping the charts as the most popular international destination for American travelers this year, a surprising number of Cancun visitors continue to run into problems during their sun-soaked holidays. That’s according to a new report that shows that slow Wi-Fi speeds and lackluster public transport options are putting a dent in the city’s otherwise excellent reputation. From …
Playa del Carmen officials have taken another step forward in bolstering safety for travelers thanks to the launching of new road safety patrol units. The new units, called Ángeles Verdes (Green Angels), will patrol Playa del Carmen’s main roads & highways, providing travelers with an additional layer of assistance and safety. Playa del Carmen has recently implemented …
The Yucatan is the place to be for travelers to the Mexican Caribbean. Supported by a number of factors, the sister region to the west of Cancun and Quintana Roo has been holding its own both domestically and internationally as a travel hotspot. Record Tourism Levels in 2023 Compared with pre-pandemic travel levels, the tourist …
Tourists in Cancun need to be extra careful when exchanging money on their upcoming vacation getaway. There have been a number of counterfeit bills floating around in the south of Quintana Roo that are expected to be making their way towards the area around Cancun and the Yucatan in a matter of days. Counterfeit Bills …
Authorities in the southern hotspot of Tulum have invested in a state-of-the-art security system to keep residents and travelers safe. The move is the latest in a string of efforts to boost safety in the booming destination. The completion of the Maya Train this summer means that Tulum is gearing up for a massive increase …
Officials in the popular resort hotspot of Playa del Carmen have proactively launched a series of inspections across many of the city’s vacation rentals to improve visitor safety. The move is part of a wider regional effort to make Airbnbs and other similar accommodations safer for travelers. In 2024, online rentals will become more popular …
As the sargassum season slowly but surely approaches Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean, now is the best time to take advantage of unusually good swimming conditions in much of the region. Last week, strong winds and heavy rains contributed to pushing sargassum seaweed away from resort hotspots across the sun-soaked area. That’s especially true in Playa …
Seeking to create a “safer and calmer environment,” the Secretariat of Public Security and Civil Protection of Tulum has reinforced law enforcement in the area by adding additional members of the Mexican Navy to patrol the area. They arrived last weekend to increase the overall public security in Tulum immediately. Increased Patrols for Safety According …