While many travelers go to Cancun seeking the simplified vacation experience that an all-inclusive resort provides, many prefer Airbnbs too. For travelers that do prefer Airbnb, there’s no shortage of them in Cancun, with around 14,000 total units available in Cancun alone, and about 40,000 in the Mexican Caribbean as a whole. While Airbnbs do …
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If you’ve ever visited the Mexican Caribbean in the spring or summer, there is a good chance you know what sargassum is. For those that don’t, it’s a brown seaweed that sometimes washes up on the shores of the region’s beautiful beaches in large masses. Sargassum season is just around the corner, but there’s good …
Holbox is a beautiful tropical island that is less than 2.5 hours from Cancun, including the drive to Chiquila and the ferry ride to the island. It’s known for its stunning white sand beaches that line its Gulf of Mexico coast, and officials are doing what they can to keep those beaches beautiful. This is …
The Mexican Caribbean and the Yucatan Peninsula as a whole are filled with fascinating Mayan ruins that you can visit when visiting the region. There is one, though, that is more visited than any other in the country and that is Chichen Itza. Now, this archeological site near Cancun is officially the most popular in …
It’s easy to see why the Riviera Maya is so popular among travelers looking for the perfect beach vacation destination. Stunning beaches line the Mexican Caribbean coast and each town has its own personality and endless things to do. But there are other factors that contribute to the popularity of these destinations too, and it …
As a destination, there isn’t much Cancun doesn’t offer, with huge choices in nightlife, near-endless beaches, and tourism infrastructure that works to make every traveler’s vacation as fantastic as possible. With that being said, the huge popularity of Cancun has seen it transform into a mammoth city in comparison to its small, sleepy beginnings. Thankfully, …
Travelers visiting Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean in 2024 are set to receive a level of convenience never before seen in Mexico; this is thanks to the opening of huge new transport infrastructure projects, as well as the knock-on effect that these new links will have on already existing transport options. Additionally, it isn’t just …
The new Maya Train has been something of a hot topic this year, as it sets out to completely revolutionize travel throughout the Yucatan Peninsula for tourists and locals. The first section of the Maya Train has begun operations with its Campeche to Cancun route and the train is set to be fully operational by …
There is one thing that Cancun is in no short supply of, and that is luxury all-inclusive hotels. More and more tourists from all over the world, especially the U.S, are opting to go all out when booking their vacation and choosing luxury accommodation. This usually guarantees great food and drink options included in the …
As Cancun and the Riviera Maya celebrate another record-breaking holiday season, popular destinations across the region remain packed with tourists. And Cozumel, the largest island in the Mexican Caribbean, is no exception. Hotel occupancy rates averaged a whopping 90% during Christmas week, even exceeding forecasts – highlighting the popularity of the destination among travelers. Remarkably, …