Rideshare apps are pretty popular among travelers visiting destinations around the world, but at Cancun Airport, some are still not allowed to operate. This is despite the fact that Uber drivers were told by the company that they could and that a new rideshare app company called inDrive was recently given the go-ahead to have …
Tourist safety
Cancun is preparing to welcome millions of tourists during this winter and the holiday season, as it’s one of the destination’s busiest times of the year. American, Canadian, and other international travelers visit for the luxury all-inclusives, the beautiful weather, and the stunning beaches. Some Cancun beaches are currently closed, though, while others will have …
Typically, in many beach vacation destinations, when the weather starts heating up, safety officials will start warning about the hidden dangers that lurk both in and out of the water. In the Mexican Caribbean, though, one of the busiest times for its beaches is during the winter months, so safety operations on the beaches are …
A lot of travelers who visit Cancun opt for an all-inclusive with multiple dining options that are included with the stay, but many still want to take the opportunity to try some sort of street food while visiting too. It’s a timeless and authentic experience that brings tourists closer to Mexican culture, but there are …
Actions against taxi and other transportation drivers who abuse their privileges in Cancun have been taking a long time. Overpricing, aggressively trying to get passengers, and being involved in violent acts and illegal activities have given drivers, especially taxi drivers, a bad reputation. For years, it seems that they have been getting away with such …
Vacations are expensive, but they’re even more costly if you fall victim to a scam during your vacation. Criminals often prey on unsuspecting and trusting tourists, pulling off all kinds of scams, from selling fake tour tickets to offering vacation rentals that don’t exist. A common one in many vacation destinations is distributing counterfeit money, …
Cancun’s busiest season for tourism is just getting underway, with millions of tourists expected to arrive in the destination over the next few weeks. Because of this, Cancun has launched a massive security operation to keep tourists safe during the high season. The task of protecting tourists while visiting is one that takes a lot …
Uber has a long and storied history in Cancun. It began operating in the destination way back in 2016 but stopped just months later. It didn’t start again until 2019, on an unofficial basis. Since then, the company has battled to be recognized as a legal transportation provider despite having been given the legal go-ahead …
There are a lot of things that Cancun does to keep tourists safe when visiting the destination. Military and police patrol beaches and tourist hotspots, security cameras have been installed all over town, drones are used to monitor tourist areas, and more. Now officials have gone one step further, as Cancun police will begin wearing …
The end of Hurricane Season in the Mexican Caribbean is just around the corner, but the popular destinations in the region are not out of the woods yet. It’s been a pretty active year, with several storms having at least some effect on Cancun and other vacation hotspots along the coast. Now, another storm has …