A section of the Barceló Riviera Maya hotel lobby roof collapsed this Saturday afternoon, causing no injuries, Civil Protection personnel reported. The incident occurred around 5:00 p.m., when a section of the roof—approximately 15 by 40 meters—collapsed in an area that was undergoing maintenance and was closed to the public. According to reports, the collapse […]
Cancún, Tulum, and Cozumel have the biggest drop in hotel occupancy.
From August to October, hotel occupancy has remained low in the Mexican Caribbean, especially in destinations such as Tulum, Cancún, and Cozumel. According to figures from the Quintana Roo Tourism Secretariat (Sedetur), average occupancy in the region dropped from 68.8% in the first week of August to 51.6% in October. Tulum has been the most […]
Adán Augusto’s network would also benefit Mara Lezama, governor of Quintana Roo.
PAN Senator Lilly Téllez published the fourth of six videos seeking to expose the alleged corruption network headed by Adán Augusto López Hernández, coordinator of the Morena senators. The PAN member explained that this new material focuses on revealing how various healthcare companies linked to Adán Augusto’s network managed to obtain public contracts, including those […]
QRoo: Gasoline shortages are already affecting the tourism sector.
Gasoline supply disruptions in Quintana Roo continue to cause millions in losses, stemming from logistical delays, service cancellations, and operational stoppages in the tourism, transportation, and distribution sectors, reported the Employers’ Confederation of the Mexican Republic (Coparmex). The shortage, to a greater or lesser extent, affects Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Chetumal, […]
The Magical Town of Quintana Roo, where the most beautiful hotel is located, is known by almost no one, according to AI.
When thinking about Mexican destinations with the most beautiful beaches, Quintana Roo is always among the top choices. And it’s no wonder, as it boasts a Pueblo Mágico (Magical Town) that’s perfect for an unforgettable trip, as it also offers accommodations that are not yet overcrowded and very comfortable. This destination is Bacalar, which, while […]
Tulum cools down: tourism declines in the jewel of the Riviera Maya
There’s still some sargassum on the white sand of Tulum’s beaches, and a dozen tourists stroll along the seashore, dodging the seaweed. The restaurants and hotels along the Riviera Maya’s Golden Mile have a few visitors, but nothing is overflowing. It’s low season. That’s the mantra repeated by hoteliers, merchants, and even the mayor. The […]
New Costco in the Riviera Maya? The chain plans to open in Playa del Carmen.
Playa del Carmen could be the next location for Costco Mexico to expand. Irapuato, Pachuca, and Reynosa are also in the companies’ sights. The move is part of Costco’s 10- and 15-year strategic growth plan in Mexico, confirmed Mauricio Talayero, Director of Finance for Costco Mexico, during Retail Day Mexico 2025. Background: Costco arrived in […]
FORECLOSED PROPERTIES: Two properties in Cozumel returned to former Governor Roberto Borge
Two properties on this island that had been seized since 2018 were returned to former Governor Roberto Borge Angulo, their co-owner, who remains imprisoned in a Morelos prison accused of various crimes committed during his administration in Quintana Roo. According to real documents reviewed by Proceso in a note by Octavio Martínez, the release order […]
Quintana Roo regrets increase in DNR
Quintana Roo business chambers lamented the 14.2% increase in the Non-Resident Tax approved by the Chamber of Deputies in the federal government’s 2026 Revenue Budget. Sergio León Cervantes, president of Businessmen for Quintana Roo, believed that this type of measure favors competitors like Punta Cana, which are already taking advantage of the international tourism lost […]
More than a thousand restaurants will close in Quintana Roo by 2025.
The gastronomic scene in Quintana Roo is facing an unprecedented crisis in 2025, with more than a thousand food and beverage establishments closing so far this year. This represents approximately 17% of the total formal businesses in the sector in the region, reflecting a significant decline compared to previous years. Declining sales, rising operating costs, […]