With Tourism currently booming in the Mexican Caribbean, the effects of mass footfall and overcrowding will certainly have an impact on environmental and sustainable efforts which local authorities are prioritizing. Following the closure of popular areas such as the Punta Esmeralda Cenote earlier this year and the expansion of other touristic and archaeological hotspots, it …
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After the resounding success of the summer vacation period, the most popular places in the Mexican Caribbean will be keen to decipher what worked well this year and what improvements need to be made to ensure that tourism continues to boom for many more to come. Playa Del Carmen, one of the most traveled-to destinations …
As Cancun’s main beaches and resorts fill up with travelers amidst a record-breaking summer season, a growing number of tourists are heading to quieter coastal destinations in search of idyllic shores and stunning nature. Mahahual, a small fishing village in southern Quintana Roo, is one of the trendiest destinations this summer. Famous for its massive …
The formerly sleepy beach town of Puerto Morelos is quickly becoming a beach destination favorite for visitors to Cancun and the Riviera Maya. While security has not traditionally been an issue in the small town, wedged between Cancun and Playa del Carmen, local officials are taking some proactive measures to make sure the town remains …
Cancun is popular among travelers from every corner of the world, but the warm sunny vacation destination is most popular among American tourists. A recent report shows that of the 6.5 million travelers who visited Mexico in the first six months of the year, 2.6 million visited Cancun. And there are 6 reasons why Americans …
As one of the safest cities in Mexico and even North America, Mérida is becoming an increasingly popular destination for travelers seeking an authentic and laid-back Mexican experience. In July, Mérida unveiled its 3 new Magical Neighborhoods (Barrios Mágicos) – Xcalachén, San Sebastián, and La Ermita de Santa Isabel. But what is the Magical Neighborhood …
As the island of Holbox, just 61 kilometers (30 miles) northwest of Cancun, continues to grow in popularity with visitors, new services are being added to the rural area for the protection of locals and travelers. The latest is a $4.3 million peso donation in first responder technology which should be available for emergency services …
Cancun is one of the hottest destinations this year for American travelers seeking a dreamy getaway complete with white sand beaches, plenty of sun, and world-class hospitality. And despite the record-breaking summer season, new forecasts suggest a significant drop in hotel occupancy rates in September, giving travelers a unique opportunity to enjoy Cancun without the …
International travel has been all the range since the end of the health crises. Mexico, and especially Cancun, has been a recipient of a significant part of the “revenge travel” trend. In fact, Cancun welcomed nearly 1.9 million international travelers in the month of July alone. However, that was only a small 3.2 percent year-over-year …
Summer is one of the busiest times for Quintana Roo’s ancient archeological ruins, which attract thousands of daily travelers. And with historical tourism on the rise, ancient ruins are set to grow even more in popularity as the completion of the Maya Train nears. With dozens of archeological sites relieving more funding to improve the …