The time has come – the first arrival of sargassum has been reported on the beaches of Cancun and the Riviera Maya by tourist service operators, slightly ahead of the predicted schedule. Spring break is about to commence in the Mexican Caribbean, with large swathes of tourists traveling to the booming region in search of …
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Throughout Mexico, there’s an abundance of important and highly enjoyable historical attractions, places that transport travelers back in time to experience the rich cultural wealth of this beautiful country. However, out of all these super-popular attractions, there is one that continues to wow visitors year after year, and in 2023 retained its crown as the …
It’s finally ready to go – the new route connecting Cancun to Playa del Carmen via the Maya Train was inaugurated by President Andres Manuel Lope Obrador(AMLO) this Thursday. Section 5 of the Maya Train will connect the Cancun Airport station with Puerto Morelos and Playa del Carmen, offering tourists and locals the chance to …
Nobody wants to believe that they can be scammed, especially when it comes to planning a dream vacation, but scam artists can be pretty sophisticated in their tactics. One common type of scam is those directed at travelers and there’s one that’s on the rise that involves timeshares in Cancun. Travelers are being scammed out …
After closing 2023 with record-breaking visitor numbers, Isla Mujeres, a stunning island off the coast of Cancun, continues to be a favorite among tourists exploring the Mexican Caribbean. Following the New Year celebrations, tourism in the region typically experiences a slight dip as both domestic and international travelers return to their hometowns. However, it looks …
The once sleepy fishing village of Tulum has grown at a dizzying rate over the past 10 years, graduating from a little-known backpacker’s paradise into one of the world’s most famous destinations. With the third most popular archaeological site in Mexico at the Tulum ruins, outstanding beaches, big-name music festivals, and an ever-increasing number of …
For many travelers visiting Cancun, the joy of renting a vehicle and exploring the Mexican Caribbean is too good an opportunity to pass up. The freedom that a rental brings to a vacation is liberating while also bringing potential savings on travel to those who like to pack as much into one trip as possible. …
Though this comes as no surprise to us, you may be interested to know before you pick your next vacation, that Tulum is growing hugely in popularity this year. Armed with a brand new airport, a reputation for being a wellness haven, and now being one of the top 10 most beautiful beach destinations in …
There’s no denying that travelers who visit the Mexican Caribbean love the all-inclusive resorts, as they are always filled during busy seasons. Airbnbs have grown popular over the years as well, though, and even more so in recent years, with demand rising as much as 60 percent. Being that all-inclusives have so much to offer, …
Throughout the Mexican Caribbean, there has been an unwelcome issue to contend with for over 10 years now, one that has affected many travelers’ ability to fully enjoy the kind of beach vacation that millions arrive each year to enjoy. Sargassum has been a news cycle fixture across the whole of the Caribbean each spring …