The San Miguelito archaeological zone preserves the remains of a Late Postclassic Maya port dating from 1200 to 1350 CE. Its architecture, burials, and trade networks reveal a history that is not visible from the beach. Furthermore, it is believed that during this period San Miguelito had ties to Tulum, Xcaret, and Xelhá because the […]
Tulum consolidates its cultural and tourist leadership with the Zamna Festival
The presence of French DJ and music producer David Guetta at Zamna Festival 2026 is a clear indication that Tulum continues to shine on the global map of the world’s most important music events, attracting thousands of national and international visitors. The festival, which has established itself as one of the most prestigious electronic music […]
Human remains and a drug-related banner found in Playa del Carmen
Human remains, along with a banner bearing a drug-related message, were found early Sunday morning near the Playa del Carmen-Tulum highway, specifically close to the community of Vida y Esperanza. Around 1:00 a.m., residents of the area alerted authorities to the discovery of a head and other body parts inside a black bag. Following the […]
Human trafficking in 2025: Quintana Roo, the paradise that is the ‘ground zero’ of the crime in Mexico
The incidence of human trafficking in Mexico reveals which states have become the areas of greatest concern nationwide, as well as those that did not register any cases during the year. Between January and October 2025, the country accumulated a total of 526 investigations into this crime, according to official data. The figures reveal a […]
The Ninth Council District closes the year with initiatives impacting commerce and minorities
The Ninth Council District of Playa del Carmen will close out the year with at least three initiatives impacting the areas of commerce and gender inclusion, benefiting minority groups. Marian Solís Arriaga, head of the aforementioned council district, emphasized that these issues were priorities on the agenda proposed at the beginning of the year, given […]
A foreign tourist was rescued on the beaches of Tulum after being swept away by the waves.
A foreign tourist was rescued by lifeguards from the General Directorate of Civil Protection and Firefighters after being caught in strong waves at Playa del Pueblo, which was crowded due to the Christmas holiday. The incident occurred around noon, when the beach was packed despite red flag warnings. According to the lifeguards’ report, the woman […]
Canadian woman found with signs of violence in Playa del Carmen
A Canadian woman was found this morning with visible signs of violence and suspected abuse, after being abandoned on the street at the intersection of Avenida Universidades and Paseo del Mayab, outside the Playa del Carmen campus of the Autonomous University of the State of Quintana Roo (UQROO). According to information gathered at the scene, […]
Foreigner arrested for destroying fast food restaurant in Playa del Carmen
An episode of violence and chaos involving an American citizen at a fast-food restaurant in Playa del Carmen has become one of the most viral videos of this Christmas season. The incident occurred at a Taco Bell branch located inside the Centro Maya shopping center and was captured by several witnesses, reaching over 10 million […]
Ball Cheese Fair in Mérida: reasons why it’s a must-see
Numerous families eager to enjoy and sample a wide variety of dishes made with this iconic ingredient gathered yesterday at the Christmas edition of the Edam Cheese Fair in Gran Parque La Plancha. From early morning, the aisles began to fill with aromas and colors that invited visitors to explore each of the stalls and […]
The Calgary-Cozumel flight is inaugurated, strengthening Quintana Roo’s international air connectivity.
As a result of the efforts and tourism promotion initiatives spearheaded by Governor Mara Lezama Espinosa, the inaugural Calgary-Cozumel flight, operated by WestJet, arrived at Cozumel International Airport on December 20th, strengthening Quintana Roo’s international air connectivity and the flow of Canadian tourism to the Mexican Caribbean. Governor Mara Lezama expressed her satisfaction with the […]