Quintana Roo is emerging as a new breeding ground for the monarch butterfly, with up to 700 individuals in the state. This not only redefines its traditional distribution in Mexico but could also help strengthen its populations and combat its risk of extinction by opening new routes and safe areas for its development. Previously, it […]
Real estate uncertainty in Quintana Roo
The Quintana Roo real estate sector faces an uncertain outlook at the start of 2026, stemming from both national and international economic and political factors, reported the Mexican Association of Real Estate Professionals (AMPI). Regional coordinator Patricia Mora noted that this context has generated caution among advisors and buyers, impacting market expectations in the state. […]
Mara Lezama warns of fraud involving the delivery of land in exchange for cleaning it
The governor of Quintana Roo, Mara Lezama Espinosa, warned of an alleged scam in the Akumal-Tulum area, specifically in the Santa Teresa neighborhood, where individuals are offering free land in exchange for cleaning properties through the “Obra por Amor” (Work for Love) profile. She described this practice as completely false and deceptive to the public. […]
Querétaro will return the Conín-5 de Febrero section of Highway 57 to the federal government.
The municipality of Querétaro will sign an agreement this week to return to the federal government the section of Highway 57 between Conín and 5 de Febrero, whose administration and maintenance had been handled by the municipal government until now, despite its high operating costs. This was confirmed by the municipal Secretary of Government, Miguel […]
Foreigner reports kidnapping, extortion, and threats by taxi driver in Playa del Carmen
A foreign tourist reported being the victim of alleged kidnapping, extortion, and threats by a taxi driver in Playa del Carmen, in a new case that has once again raised concerns about abuses in transportation in this tourist destination. The victim managed to capture the moment he was allegedly intimidated on video, footage that quickly […]
In Quintana Roo, the destination of millions of dollars earmarked for combating sargassum is being questioned.
The lack of transparency in the use of federal funds allocated to combat sargassum has begun to generate discontent among residents of Quintana Roo, who are questioning the fate of millions of dollars announced for marine barriers, sargassum collection vessels, and environmental studies whose results are not visible on the beaches. The main concern revolves […]
Retail arrives in Tulum with Centro Tulum, the municipality’s first shopping center
With the arrival of Centro Tulum, retail enters the municipality through a commercial development that will strengthen the local economy and create 900 jobs. The municipality of Tulum is incorporating its first commercial development with Centro Tulum, a project that marks the entry of retail into the city and responds to the urban and economic […]
A skull-shaped cenote in Tulum? Here’s how to get there from Cancun airport
Cenote Calavera, also known as the “Temple of Doom,” has become one of the most unique and sought-after cenotes in the Mexican Caribbean thanks to its distinctive appearance and mysterious atmosphere. Unlike other open and spacious cenotes, this site stands out for being partially covered and having three circular openings at the top, giving it […]
Sargassum is growing as an economic threat in the Mexican Caribbean
The hotel sector in the Mexican Caribbean, which includes associations in Cancún, Isla Mujeres, Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, and the southern part of the state, bears the brunt of the economic burden, estimated at between 20 and 30 million dollars annually, depending on the intensity and location of the sargassum influx. This year, […]
The Taco Festival in Playa del Carmen closes its second edition with a full house and the participation of 50 taquerias
The second annual Taco Festival in Playa del Carmen came to a close with a large turnout of diners, many of them tourists from the United States and Canada, as well as locals who enjoyed every dish throughout the day. From Plaza 28 de Julio, the rich aromas of seasoned grilled meat, garlic, and tortillas […]