This week, 600 meters of sargassum barriers were installed along the coast of Tulum, in an effort to prevent the foul-smelling seaweed from washing ashore. Around 25% of the barrier has now been constructed, with the total coverage projected to be 2,350 meters. Quintana Roo authorities have stated that the sargassum barrier will be completed …
Summer vacation
Cancun is clearly the ultimate summer destination for North American tourists: With a hotel occupancy rate of up to 85% this summer period and a prominent increase in rates, it’s safe to say that the tourism sector in Quintana Roo has fully recovered from tourist absences during the Covid-19 pandemic. But with accommodation rates skyrocketing …
This week, Canadian budget airline Flair announced they would expand their services to Mexico in the winter seasons of 2022/23. A new twice-weekly route from Toronto Pearson Airport to Cancun will commence on November 3rd of this year. This is the airline’s third route to the popular Mexican-Caribbean vacation destination, alongside routes from Ottawa International …
Mexico is known throughout the world as a biodiverse haven: filled with tropical jungles, lush mangroves and endless coral reefs, the amount of nature to explore is simply endless. With this being said, it comes as no surprise that there are thousands of attractions for animal lovers scattered throughout the entirety of the country, from …
This week, Quintana Roo’s fire department sent firefighters to patrol some of the most popular beaches and highways in the Cancun region as part of a new Summer Operation. The patrols became necessary after a huge amount of tourists entered the state of Quintana Roo over the past month, with three and a half million …
On July 28th, the British Government issued an official travel warning for Mexico after a recent shooting in Playa Del Carmen left 3 injured. The warning specifically mentions the incident alongside other violent crimes in Cancun, Playa del Carmen and Cozumel, advising tourists to exercise increased caution when travelling through busy areas. The shooting in …
After an intense year of work and school, what could be better than a relaxing getaway in the Mexican-Caribbean: the region is packed full of activities and attractions to dazzle the whole family, from exploring Mayan ruins to snorkelling in crystal-clear water. Of all the cities along Mexico’s Caribbean coast, Cancun is by far the …
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 …
This week, panic broke out during an evacuation of tourists and hospitality workers at the Amaite Hotel and Spa on Holbox Island, after a fire spread throughout the property. The incident occurred early in the morning, allegedly caused by an electrical issue in the hotel’s restaurant. Workers and guests alike attempted to put out the …
There’s a reason that Cancun is one of the ultimate summer vacation destinations for American travellers. With stunning beaches, delicious Mexican food and Mayan archaeological sites scattered throughout the city, many travellers simply don’t have the time or money to fit in all the attractions they want to see in one visit. This is why …