Taking a taxi should be affordable, convenient, and safe. Unfortunately, it is quite the contrary in Cancun, as taxi drivers commit a growing number of crimes ranging from fraud to reckless driving. The legalization of the ride-sharing app Uber has brought massive changes to the way travelers get around in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean. But it has …
Safety
Officials in the coastal destination of Playa del Carmen are warning travelers about the growing number of passport thefts being reported in the popular hotspot. Despite being one of the safest destinations in the Riviera Maya, criminals are always on the hunt for unsuspecting travelers and, increasingly, passports and other valuable identity documents. With more …
As the island of Holbox, just 61 kilometers (30 miles) northwest of Cancun, continues to grow in popularity with visitors, new services are being added to the rural area for the protection of locals and travelers. The latest is a $4.3 million peso donation in first responder technology which should be available for emergency services …
Officials in the popular beach destination Playa del Carmen have decided to significantly improve beach safety by deploying more lifeguards and extending the service’s operating hours during the peak of the summer travel season. While drownings are rare, close calls are a common occurrence in places like Playa del Carmen, where strong currents and waves …
Officials in the emerging hotspot of Bacalar recently announced a massive new security operation to protect travelers over the summer. The coastal destination is most famous for its stunning azure lagoons, where travelers can find unique bungalow accommodations and scenic nature trails. With the destination exploding in popularity this summer, authorities are keen on protecting a growing …
Airbnb has traditionally been viewed as a cost-effective alternative to the eye-watering prices of Cancun’s luxurious all-inclusives. Despite their costly reputation, Cancun resorts are seeing a surge in bookings as online rental prices skyrocket due to new regulations. Although the dramatic shift is being felt across the Mexican Caribbean, it’s most evident in Cancun, where …
Officials have decided to increase the number of lifeguards across Cancun’s public beaches in anticipation of a record-breaking summer season. The move is part of a broader strategy to protect travelers during the hectic summer months, which see millions of visitors arriving in the Mexican Caribbean. And with Cancun’s sweltering summer heat, the city’s beaches …
Even though Cancun has made great strides in improving its safety as a world-class destination, online travel scams are rising, prompting officials to warn travelers about risky bookings. And with over 1.8 million travelers expected to set foot in the crown jewel of the Mexican Caribbean this summer alone, authorities have launched a new digital …
Officials are worried about the increase of fake or unlicensed taxis at Cancun International Airport as the city’s popularity draws an ever-growing number of visitors. In addition to the ongoing feud between taxi and Uber drivers, there’s another transportation conundrum travelers have to be wary of this year – pirate taxis, as they’re often referred to …
Flagging down a taxi is one of the first things many travelers do after landing at Cancun International Airport. And while taxis are one of the most convenient ways of getting around town, many travelers might be wondering: how safe is it? New statistics published by Quintana Roo’s Secretariat for Public Security and Transit reveal …