With travel to Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean set to pick up over the coming months, visitors are increasingly seeking out cheaper means of transport from the city’s international airport as taxis continue to drive prices up. Despite Uber growing widely in popularity, taxis remain a ubiquitous sight across Cancun, often charging travelers up to …
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A new study has found that taxis and minibusses are by far the most dangerous forms of public transport in Cancun amid efforts to bolster road safety in the coastal destination. Over 200 road accidents have been attributed to taxis in 2024 so far, with most incidents occurring in highly transited areas, including the resort …
Uber has just announced that drivers for the rideshare service can now operate at Cancun International Airport. This has been a long-awaited announcement, both for Uber drivers and for travelers who prefer to use the platform over expensive taxis, but is it safe to take an Uber in Cancun? Let’s find out… Getting From The …
Want to avoid sticker shock at Tulum International Airport from transportation costs which have been leading to tourist complaints? Decide, like many recent travelers have done lately, to go it alone instead and rent a car. Car Rentals Up in Tulum Car rental companies at Tulum are experiencing their best moment due to the high …
The $424 million dollar bridge construction project to speed up traffic on Kukulkan Avenue is nearly halfway done and will provide tourists to Cancun easier access to the hotel zone in the Mexican Caribbean. The Nichupté Bridge Project According to the Ministry of Infrastructure, Communications, and Transportation, the long-awaited Nichupté Bridge is about half done …
Despite ongoing efforts to regulate Cancun’s booming taxi industry, the number of taxi-related crimes reported across the sunny destination continues to climb. Fortunately, travelers have more transport options than ever before, making travel safer and more convenient. And with the complete launching of the Maya Train this summer, visitors will unlock yet another mode of …
Cancun International Airport is set to receive a major boost in traveler safety with the implementation of a license plate recognition system aimed at tackling the city’s growing fake taxi issue. The measure was announced this week by Cancun officials amid reports of a drastic increase in unlicensed taxi drivers operating around the airport. Pirate taxis, as …
Recently a tourist had to get from Terminal 3 to Terminal 4 at Cancun International Airport and due to the early 1:45 a.m. arrival time, the traveler opted to flag an unknowingly “unofficial” taxi for the short trip. It is not that unusual of an occurrence, especially if the Cancun traveler is elderly and has …
Mueve-T, a new ground transport option in Cancun, is set to begin operating soon in the sunny destination after being granted the green light from transportation officials. The Uber-like application is the latest addition to Cancun’s growing list of transportation options amid ongoing issues with the city’s taxi industry. Reports of overcharging and scams continue …
Taxi drivers in the Mexican Caribbean are in the spotlight once again after a video depicting a violent attack on two Playa del Carmen travelers went viral on social media. The altercation, which occurred just several days ago, is the latest case of violent taxi drivers targeting travelers in the Mexican Caribbean due to overcharging. The …