High season in Cancun is just around the corner and travelers from all around the world, especially the U.S., are gearing up for a tropical vacation to escape winter. That being said, there are certain things to consider when traveling during this busy tourism season. In particular, there are 5 things travelers should avoid when …
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Scams in tourist destinations are common, but they can be avoided if you’re vigilant and know what to watch out for. Unfortunately, this isn’t always easy, as one tourist recently found out while visiting the Mexican Caribbean. In this case, a jeweler near Cancun sold fake jewelry to an American tourist for hundreds of dollars, …
Ever wonder what keeps flights to Cancun so cheap compared to other Mexican destinations? Many factors contribute to low flight prices, including high numbers of routes, discount airlines, and a large airport capacity. However, new data shows a lesser-known reason why flying to Cancun is so affordable in Mexico. Cancun has a TUA, or Single …
Once again, a local government in the Riviera Maya calls on the Mexican military for assistance. Tulum continues to increase security efforts amidst concerns about safety for tourists and locals. Diego Castañón Trejó, Municipal President of Tulum, announced that 20 troops from the Mexican Navy will be added to existing security in the city. These …
There has been much buzz around the highly anticipated Tulum International Airport this year, which is set to begin operations in December. After VivaAerobus announced on Thursday that they would begin scheduled flights from Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey, and Tijuana, Aeromexico revealed yesterday that they will start flights departing from the United States and Canada. …
The busiest seasons for tourism in Cancun are just around the corner, and hotel prices go up considerably during the winter and spring months. But there’s still time to enjoy an affordable Cancun vacation before the high season gets underway, and in fact, savings of as much as 15 percent might be possible. And there …
Cancun and other major tourist hotspots such as Tulum and Playa Del Carmen have been pulling out all the stops in order to maintain a strong level of security for all visitors this year. Many initiatives have been a resounding success, as the Mexican Caribbean just experienced a record-breaking summer season with a large …
Once again, Chichen Itza stands atop the archaeological tourist attractions in Mexico. According to the Director of Cultural Heritage, Mauricio Diaz Montalvo, this July set another record for tourism at the iconic landmark. According to Diaz Montalvo, 12,000 people entered the park just on the on weekends last month, numbers not seen since before the …
Authorities in Playa del Carmen are putting new mechanisms in place to monitor taxis, which have caused significant issues throughout the Riviera Maya. In Cancun, there have been reports of taxi drivers being involved in criminal activities, such as selling drugs and violence against drivers and tourists using Uber. In response, Playa del Carmen’s Lazaro …
Isla Mujeres, a stunning island that sits just off the coast of Cancun, has plenty to offer in the way of tourist attractions. It has so much to offer, in fact, that in 2015 it was named a “Magic Town,” which is a town in Mexico that is historically, culturally, or naturally significant. There are …