Quintana Roo News
Playa Del Carmen Small Hotels Facing Crisis Due to Low Occupancy
The small hotel industry in Playa del Carmen is facing a crisis due to low occupancy rates, which have dropped significantly compared to previous...
National
Grupo Mundo Maya: a new tourism promoter is born in Mexico
The Olmeca-Maya-Mexica Airport, Railway, Auxiliary and Related Services Group announced its rebranding.
Starting this month, the renowned Olmeca-Maya-Mexica Airport, Railway, Auxiliary and Related Services Group,...
Global Beach Clean-Up: 15 Countries and Mexico Join Forces to Ban Smoking on Coastlines
A growing movement to protect marine ecosystems and promote responsible tourism has seen 15 countries, including Spain, adopt beach smoking bans. This significant step...
Widespread Power Outages Hit Southeastern Mexico
Massive power outages disrupted daily life across Tabasco, Quintana Roo, Yucatán, and Campeche on the afternoon of Monday, March 24, leaving thousands of residents...
Economy
Tulum’s Tourism Boom Turns to Bust: 35% Rate Drop in Just Three Years
In a shocking reversal of fortunes, the once-thriving tourist destination of Tulum has seen its hotel rates plummet by a staggering 35% over the past three years.
According to reports from REPORTUR.mx, one of Tulum's...
Quintana Roo and Yucatán Lead Nation in Working-Class Population Participation
Two Mexican states stand out for having the highest participation rates of employed people: Quintana Roo and Yucatán. According to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography, both states maintain their position as one...
Business
Tulum Launches Business Training Program for Mayan-Speaking Entrepreneurs
The Tulum City Council has announced the launch of a business management and financial inclusion training program for Mayan-speaking entrepreneurs and microentrepreneurs. The initiative...
Cancún’s Air Hub Could Unlock South American Export Markets
A proposal has been put forward to utilize Cancún International Airport's extensive air connectivity to export products to Central and South America. The suggestion...
Real Estate
Entertainment
Cozumel Set to Shine with Vibrant Culture and Adventure at 2025’s Cozumel Vivo Fest
The island paradise of Cozumel, known as the "Land of Swallows," is a tropical gem in the Mexican Caribbean that offers an unparalleled blend...
Five Things to Know About the MEXICO Riviera Maya Open at Mayakoba
The LPGA Tour is set to tee off in Mexico for the first time since 2017, with a star-studded field competing at the El...
Cancún Readies for Queso de Bola Fair Amid Supply Shortages
A traditional cheese fair is set to take place in Cancún on May 17 and 18, featuring over 60 exhibitors showcasing a variety of...
American expats who retired in Ecuador say they were pleasantly surprised by Cancun
Cynthia Staton and Edd Staton scouted 2 popular vacation spots in Mexico as possible retirement destinations, and both left them feeling impressed
My husband and...
Expats Crime
Canadian citizen gunned down outside the X’aman Ha Plaza in Playa del Carmen
THE CANADIAN NATIONAL WAS AN ALLEGED FUGITIVE FROM JUSTICE
Last week, on Dec. 21st, a Canadian man is killed outside the X’aman Ha plaza in...
Travel
Mexico History
Cancún Celebrates 55 Years of History with Vibrant Festivities
Marking the 55th anniversary of its founding, the Benito Juárez City Council shared historical photographs showcasing Cancún before it transformed into a world-renowned tourist destination. The images provide a glimpse into the municipality's early days, offering a stark contrast to its current status as...
Mexico Living
On Good Friday morning, Tulum bore witness to one of the most profound religious traditions in Christianity: the reenactment of the Stations of the Cross. This solemn event, performed by the Catholic community, commemorates Jesus Christ’s path to crucifixion and is a highlight of Holy Week's liturgical activities.
The procession began at the Parish of Our Lady of Guadalupe, where...
Heatlh
Playa del Carmen Steps Up Fight Against Dengue and Malaria
Two cases of dengue fever and one case of malaria have been confirmed in Playa del Carmen during April, according to local Health Secretary Juan Antonio Uribe Trujillo.
While some may focus on fogging as a solution, the official emphasizes that prevention is key. "It's...
