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Not long ago, Tulum’s reputation was built on a specific kind of magic: barefoot, bohemian-chic party vibes. It was the go-to spot for younger travelers seeking yoga by day and energetic beach parties by night, all fueled by a sense of rustic, affordable coolness. But stroll through Tulum today, and you’ll feel a palpable shift …

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Of all the questions we get here at The Cancun Sun, one reigns supreme: “For my 2025 vacation, should I choose Cancun, Playa Del Carmen, or Tulum?” It’s the great debate for anyone dreaming of turquoise water and warm Mexican sun. These three jewels of the Riviera Maya are close geographically, but they offer vastly …

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Tulum brings to mind images of turquoise water, ancient Mayan ruins overlooking the sea, and a chic, bohemian vibe that’s hard to find anywhere else. Millions of people flock to this slice of the Mexican Caribbean each year, and the vast, overwhelming majority leave with nothing but great memories and a camera roll full of …

Read More about Is Tulum Safe? A Realistic Look At Tourist Safety For 2025

TULUM, Mexico – The shine appears to be wearing off Tulum, once the darling of the trendy travel scene. This Caribbean hotspot is now facing a harsh reality check, with luxury hotel prices dropping significantly as its popularity takes a hit. A perfect storm of issues, from an oversupply of properties to concerns about the …

Read More about Tulum Luxury Hotel Rates Plummet As Concerns Mount

TULUM, Mexico – May 27, 2025 – The once-sizzling real estate market in Tulum, a jewel of the Mexican Caribbean famed for its turquoise waters and bohemian chic, is facing a significant cooling period. A glut of new properties has flooded the market, leading to a sharp 40% drop in sales and a plunge in …

Read More about Tulum Real Estate Boom Hits Brakes: Oversupply Leads to Price Wars, Plummeting Rents

The once-unstoppable rise of Tulum as a dream destination is facing a harsh reality. Local tour guides are sounding the alarm: the current low season is hitting harder than any in recent memory. Empty beaches, shuttered businesses, and a sharp drop in visitors paint a grim picture for this jewel of the Mexican Caribbean. What …

Read More about Low Season In Tulum Reaches New Bottom According To Local Tour Guides

Things aren’t looking so bright for the shiny new Tulum International Airport. Just as the buzz around its opening last year starts to fade, the airport has been hit with more unwelcome news. Following earlier reductions in service from other major carriers, two more Latin American airlines, Avianca and Copa, have now decided to completely …

Read More about More Bad News For Tulum Airport As 2 Airlines Cancel All Flights

Tulum, Mexico – In a significant move to bolster safety for its ever-increasing number of visitors, businesses in the popular tourist destination of Tulum are now being allowed to directly hire and fund their own police officers. This initiative aims to provide an extra layer of security in the town’s busiest areas, working alongside existing …

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Tulum, Mexico—Just a little over a year after its grand opening in December 2023, Tulum International Airport is already seeing a significant reduction in service from major airlines. This comes as concerns grow about the once-booming tourist destination. Flight Cuts from Major Carriers Initially, many airlines from the U.S., Canada, and Latin America rushed to …

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Dealing with sargassum seaweed is an ongoing task for Mexico’s Caribbean coast, and recent reports from Tulum show that the challenge intensified this past April. Environmental officials there have noted a considerable increase in the amount of algae washing ashore compared to the same time last year. Tulum Sees Significant Sargassum Spike in April According …

Read More about Tulum Scrambles To Keep Up With Massive Sargassum Invasion Compared To Last Year