New Costco in Nuevo León: These are the free services in its optics for members
The news of a new Costco in the city has gone viral on social media, as this would be the fourth and largest branch in Nuevo León. The new location, located on Sendero Avenue, in the Privadas de Anáhuac neighborhood, would benefit residents of Escobedo, San Nicolás and Apodaca, who will enjoy a more accessible […]
Direct Flights from Houston to Oaxaca’s Puerto Escondido Announced
The Oaxaca Tourism Board has made significant strides in establishing direct air connectivity with the United States. In collaboration with United Airlines and Aeropuertos Mexicanos, they have successfully introduced the first-ever direct flight from George Bush International Airport in Houston to Puerto Escondido, Mexico. According to Grupo EuroAmerica’s news release, this historic partnership positions Puerto […]
Fare Hike for Mototaxis in Oaxaca Sparks Citizen Dissatisfaction
Hundreds of people in Oaxaca and its municipalities rely on mototaxis daily for short-distance travel, especially in areas where other public transportation is unavailable. However, recent fare increases have left many citizens dissatisfied. According to the Ministry of Transportation and Mobility (Semovi), Oaxaca has 13,463 registered mototaxi concession titles, with over 10,000 issued during former […]
Coach of Triqui Basketball Players in Oaxaca, Rigoberto Martínez, Murdered
The Oaxaca Prosecutor’s Office has confirmed that Rigoberto Martínez, coach and teacher, was shot dead on Monday afternoon in the municipality of Putla de Guerrero, in the Sierra Sur of Oaxaca. The Triqui Unification Movement is demanding justice for his murder. “We continue to promote and support sports so that our children have more opportunities, […]
Teopisca-San Cristóbal Highway Reopens After Month-Long Closure
After 29 days of closure due to a landslide on October 15 at kilometer 107 near the Nuevo Jardín El Edén community in Teopisca, the federal highway connecting Teopisca with San Cristóbal de las Casas has been fully cleared. Both lanes are now open, allowing motorists to travel normally on this crucial route. The landslide […]
Driver Assaulted by Alleged “Motonetos” in San Cristóbal de Las Casas
A driver was assaulted on the Periférico Norte Poniente, near the Mercado de la Zona Norte, by a group of alleged “motonetos” this past weekend in San Cristóbal de Las Casas. According to the official report, approximately ten individuals surrounded a white Jetta and verbally and physically assaulted the driver, identified as 25-year-old Pablo “N”. […]
Soaring Costs: Plane Tickets from Mexico City to Cancun Double in Price
The cost of plane tickets for the popular route between Mexico City and Cancun has more than doubled over the past decade, increasing from 1,526 pesos to just over 3,000 pesos. An analysis by El Financiero reveals that the average cost of plane tickets for this route has risen by 103 percent in the last […]
New I-94 Form Requirements for US Travelers
As of last July, there is a new requirement for travelers entering the United States – the digital I-94 form. This online document replaces the traditional paper-based form and is essential for anyone planning to enter the country, even if just for a short visit. The I-94 form is used by the US government to […]
Anticipated Surge in Bus Passengers to Mérida for December Season
An increase in bus passengers arriving in Yucatán is expected for the upcoming December season. Eduardo Córdova Balbuena, the representative of ADO, stated that the Mérida Bus Terminal sees a significant influx of people traveling to destinations such as Oaxaca, Puebla, Mexico City, and Veracruz. Many others also arrive in the state for vacation. “Typically, […]