91 nests have been recorded so far during the 2025 season at the Punta Sur Turtle Camp. In the context of World Sea Turtle Day, the Cozumel Parks and Museums Foundation (FPMC) reaffirmed its commitment to the protection of these emblematic species by reporting the registration of 91 nests at the Punta Sur Turtle Camp […]

The small hotel industry in Playa del Carmen is facing a crisis due to low occupancy rates, which have dropped significantly compared to previous years. According to Offner Arjona, president of the Playa del Carmen Small Hotels Association, occupancy at small hotels has plummeted to just 33%, with summer reservations not exceeding 40%. This decline […]

In an effort to boost air travel to the popular tourist destination, authorities in Quintana Roo are exploring ways to incentivize airlines to operate flights to Tulum Airport. According to Pablo Casas, Undersecretary of Tourism of Quintana Roo, the cancellation of seasonal flights was not unexpected. However, officials are now looking for strategies to encourage […]

The beaches of Puerto Juárez in Cancún have been ravaged by a massive influx of sargassum, a type of seaweed that has become a constant presence along the shore. The resulting unpleasant odors and poor image have sent restaurant sales plummeting, even during the low season. Waiters at these establishments report a significant drop in […]

For the third consecutive year, the enchanting island of Isla Mujeres has been nominated for the prestigious World Travel Awards, widely regarded as the “Oscars of Tourism” worldwide. The Municipal Government of Isla Mujeres, led by Mayor Atenea Gómez Ricalde, is proud to have received this nomination in the category of “Leading Island Destination in […]

A contentious tax reform has sparked outrage among national and local business organizations on Isla Mujeres, with critics accusing the municipal administration of Atenea Gómez Ricalde of imposing an unfair burden on investors. The new Real Estate Acquisition Tax (ISABI) law, approved this year, increases the tax rate from a fixed 3% to a variable […]

A proposal to construct a fourth cruise ship pier in Cozumel has sparked widespread concern among environmentalists and residents over the potential ecological damage it could cause to the Villa Blanca Reef, a unique marine ecosystem on the island. The project, led by Muelles del Caribe S.A. de C.V., aims to accommodate state-of-the-art cruise ships […]

A new beach club is in the works for Xcalacoco, a coastal area located just north of Playa del Carmen. The project, dubbed “Xcalacoco Beach Club,” has submitted technical studies to the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (Semarnat) as part of its bid to obtain environmental impact authorization. According to an Environmental Impact Statement […]

Obtaining a driver’s license in Quintana Roo is a crucial step for anyone looking to operate a vehicle on Mexican roads. While many young drivers may be eager to get behind the wheel, others may be wondering about the maximum age limit for applying and obtaining this document. According to Article 51 of the General […]