The numbers for the peak holiday season are in, and they paint a very clear picture of how travelers are prioritizing their peace of mind in 2026. While the hotel sector in Cancun and Quintana Roo popped champagne with occupancy rates soaring above 90% to close out the year, the vacation rental market—platforms like Airbnb …
Vacation Rentals
TULUM — The “Tulum dream” of boho-chic luxury and pristine natural beauty has run into a harsh 2025 reality. The destination is currently facing a tourism crisis, with vacation rental occupancy rates in the municipality plummeting to a staggering 20.5%, down from 25% this time last year. In a recent report, hotel occupancy was also …
The rise of the vacation rental has completely transformed how people travel to Cancun. Platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo have offered travelers incredible freedom, space, and value, allowing them to escape the confines of a traditional all-inclusive and craft their own, more independent vacation. But this explosive growth has largely operated in a “Wild West” …