Authorities in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean have warned travelers over rising online travel agency fraud cases, which have remained a significant concern throughout the year and are expected to spike this December. With the busiest time of the year for tourism quickly approaching, officials are calling on residents and visitors to be cautious when …
Officials in Cancun have warned residents and visitors about an alarming new phenomenon: fake taxis. This practice involves criminals who attempt to disguise privately-owned vehicles as real taxis, after which they can carry out all sorts of crimes. Whilst only representing a small fraction of all taxi-related crimes, authorities are concerned the issue may get …
Across Cancun and the whole of the Mexican Caribbean, there are so many amazing things to see and do that even a lifetime of visits sometimes doesn’t feel like enough time to tick everything off the list. Yet while visiting a destination rich in activities sounds like the perfect vacation, the reality is that, unless …
The Mexican Caribbean is once again proving to be one of the leading travel destinations worldwide this summer. With millions of tourists expected to visit the region over the following months, authorities are on alert over a rising trend: fake travel package scams and other online crimes targeting tourists. With scammers using increasingly sophisticated methods, …
Cancun’s taxi drivers have attracted negative attention in past months over unfair practices such as overcharging, a problem often faced by visitors. With more reports of abusive pricing, local authorities are paying more attention to the issue with at least 60 Cancun taxi drivers facing sanctions in the past month alone. According to local authorities, …
Although taxis are a popular way of getting around in Cancun, visitors are often faced with issues ranging from long lines to unlicensed drivers. One of the most common complaints faced by locals and tourists alike is overcharging; here’s what you should keep in mind if confronted with this problem, and what to do to …
The summer vacation season in Cancun is in full swing, and with numerous hotels reporting record occupancy rates, many tourists are seeking more affordable options. For some, the growing availability of online private rentals has been a massive advantage. However, scams targeting visitors are also on the rise, with a 40% increase recorded in the …