Mexico’s President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has announced an update on the expected completion time of the remaining sections of the Maya Train railway network. In a press conference held this week, the leader told reporters that work on the southern tracks of the Maya Train is progressing according to schedule and is expected to …
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Cancun has more amazing luxury hotels than anywhere else in the Mexican Caribbean, many of which are five-star rated. It’s one of the reasons Cancun is so popular among travelers from around the globe. Out of all of those hotels, these are the 7 best five-star hotels in Cancun, according to Travel & Leisure. Which …
New figures revealed this week show that Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean are on track to break their all-time travel record amid the ongoing travel surge to the sun-drenched region. According to the Quintana Roo Secretariat for Tourism, travel numbers are up year-on-year, with the Maya Train and new infrastructure projects aiding growth. Cancun is …
There are several benefits to visiting the Mexican Caribbean during the summer months. Smaller crowds, better deals on flights and hotels, and warm temperatures perfect for beach days are a few of these benefits, but during the summer, sargassum is often present on many of the beaches, too. If you’re headed to the region soon, …
Despite being the safest travel destination in Mexico, Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean have shortcomings regarding personal safety. That’s why officials recently launched a safety awareness campaign targeted at summer travelers, urging visitors to follow crucial tips as scams, especially online ones, continue to rise. The new Verifica y Viaja (Verify & Travel) campaign is designed to …
The Mexican Caribbean and the Yucatan Peninsula are home to many amazing vacation destinations, one of which is the historic city of Merida, the capital of the state of Yucatan. Located about 3.5 hours from Cancun, the city offers visitors the opportunity to experience a more authentic Mexican city than the touristy areas you’ll find …
Cancun is ramping up security measures to protect travelers ahead of what analysts say will be a busy summer season for the coastal city. This week, the state governor of Quintana Roo proclaimed the start of the annual summer security operation, which sees the deployment of hundreds of troops to guarantee a safe experience for …
Tulum has just been voted the Best Beach Destination in the Americas in the 2024 edition of the World Travel Awards, cementing the city’s position as a leading hub for international travel. Situated around two hours south of Cancun, Tulum boasts some of the top-rated all-inclusives in the Mexican Caribbean and is the most popular destination in …
Only weeks after the start of hurricane season, the Mexican Caribbean was hit with a Category 1 storm. The powerful storm battered the coast on the morning of Friday, July 5th, but left only minimal damage in Cancun. Now the destination is all clear, thanks to excellent planning, and Cancun is ready for tourists immediately …
Construction of Cancun’s new Nichupté bridge is set to wrap up this August, according to a new update published by the country’s federal government. The massive new project will link the city’s resort zone to Cancun’s growing downtown area, cutting down on traffic and travel time. Despite several delays and setbacks, officials are confident the …