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 …
Tulum
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Anyone who’s ventured down Tulum’s iconic beach road knows it can be… an adventure. Famous for its stunning hotels, chic restaurants, and bohemian beach clubs, the road itself has often been a bit of a challenge. Think bumpy rides, traffic jams, and narrow walkways that made strolling feel more like an obstacle course. Well, get …
Tulum Airport began operating a little over a year ago, in December 2023, and the first year of operations far exceeded expectations. More than a million passengers have already flown into the brand-new airport, which is located about 27 miles from the Tulum Hotel Zone. Given the distance between the airport and the tourist area …