The vast majority of travelers who visit the Mexican Caribbean choose either Cancun or Playa del Carmen as their base. And there’s no points for guessing why; both are super close to the Cancun International Airport, and after hours of flying the last thing most travelers want to do is embark on another trek. Tulum, …
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Although the entire Mexican Caribbean is growing at record pace among travelers this year, Tulum, a stunning historical destination south of Cancun, is outright skyrocketing in popularity. The coastal destination has a lot going on for it; from its stunning historical Mayan ruins to its pristine shores, Tulum is a versatile vacation hotspot that welcomes …
There are a whole host of factors travelers look for when planning a hard-earned vacation. Location, resort amenities, budget-friendly packages, even down to specific details like dietary options. But there is one factor that is held in high importance by most, if not all, travelers. And that is safety. The tourism juggernaut of southeast Mexico, …
The official launching of the Maya Train later this year massively increases the availability and scope of historical and cultural attractions for travelers across the Mexican Caribbean. With travelers increasingly keen on discovering Quintana Roo’s centuries-long Mayan history, officials have decided to launch two new museums dedicated to the ancient civilization. As the opening of …
The Maya Train will soon be a reality for millions of travelers and residents, revolutionizing public transport in the Mexican Caribbean. While tourists still have to wait a couple of months for the train to be officially inaugurated, officials have slowly revealed how the massive infrastructure project might benefit travelers. The Maya Train is the …
This week, officials revealed new details about the onboard foodie experiences travelers can look forward to once the Maya Train officially begins operations this December. The Maya Train will feature a modern and comfortable lounge car where passengers can enjoy tasty snacks or a full meal. As Mexico’s costliest railway project nears completion, here’s everything …
As the Maya Train slowly nears completion, authorities have started devising plans on how to keep thousands of daily riders safe. This week, they announced that nearly 5000 soldiers will be deployed as part of a massive security effort to protect the new costly infrastructure undertaking, as well as its passengers. Around 5000 National Guard …
The long-awaited Maya Train has been a hot topic for some time now, and with fresh news coming from the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, María Luisa Albores González last Monday announced that section 5 of the train could be one of the most scenic and iconic train routes in Mexico. For The Architecture …
Officials have revealed that Mexico’s National Gaurd will be deployed to protect millions of travelers once the new Maya Train officially begins operations next December. The massive 1500-kilometer-long railway project will connect some of the top destinations in the Mexican Caribbean along a single route, significantly boosting mobility and making new destinations available for travelers. …
At least six new hotels have been planned for construction near important archaeological sites located on the upcoming Maya train route. The new train route, which isn’t expected to be completed until late into next year, will make it much easier for travelers to visit some of the best-preserved examples of Mayan architecture and temple …