In a shocking revelation, authorities in Cancún have rescued 22 children from Chiapas who were being exploited as child laborers. The minors, ranging in age from one month to 14 years old, were allegedly forced to sell pozol on the streets for up to 12 hours a day. According to reports, officers from the State […]
Royal Caribbean unveils ‘Perfect Day Mexico,’ its largest private land-based destination, opening in 2027.
Royal Caribbean International, one of the world’s leading cruise lines, unveiled its most ambitious project to date on land this week in New York: Perfect Day Mexico, a new private destination located in Mahahual, Quintana Roo, scheduled to open in the fall of 2027. This development will become the cornerstone of the company’s portfolio of […]
Tulum: Fear After Avianca and Copa Leave Due to Rejection of South Americans
Mario Cruz Rodríguez, president of the Tulum Tourism Promotion Council, asked Mexican immigration authorities to have more flexible and coordinated criteria for the arrival of tourists from South American countries, especially Colombians and Brazilians. The sector’s fear stems from the fact that two Latin American airlines, Avianca and Copa, have already stopped operating to the […]
Deadly Confrontation in Playa del Carmen: Police Officer Killed by Hitman Linked to “El Galletas”
A violent confrontation in the Villas del Sol neighborhood on Wednesday morning, May 14, left two people dead after a police officer was shot and killed by an assailant linked to a notorious criminal group operating in the region. The incident began with a report of domestic violence at the intersection of Azulejos and Costureros […]
Over 1,500 Swimmers Converge on Cancún and Isla Mujeres for 20th Edition of “El Cruce” Open Water Competition
In a display of aquatic prowess, 1,502 swimmers from 28 countries and all 32 states of Mexico gathered in the Mexican Caribbean to participate in the highly anticipated “El Cruce” open water competition. The 20th edition of the event kicked off at Playa Caracol in Cancún, with Governor Mara Lezama Espinosa giving the official start […]
Xiimbal Park Inaugurated in Cancún
In a move to revitalize public spaces and foster community spirit, the long-awaited Xiimbal Park was inaugurated in the city’s Superblock 249 neighborhood. Located on a donated plot of land measuring 3,923.5 square meters, the park offers residents a multipurpose court, playground, gardens, tables, jogging track, and tarpaulin for outdoor activities. The joint effort between […]
Massive Sargassum Invasion Threatens Mexico’s Beach Tourism
An unprecedented 31 million tons of foul-smelling seaweed is drifting towards Florida and Mexican shorelines, alarming tourism operators in some of the world’s most popular beach destinations. Sargassum mats have already been spotted coating marinas in Miami-Dade and piling up along Key Biscayne. In Mexico’s Quintana Roo state, which includes top tourist spots like Playa […]
Fire at Bahía Príncipe Hotel in Tulum Under Control; No Injuries Reported
A major fire broke out on Wednesday afternoon at the Bahía Príncipe hotel complex in Tulum, prompting a swift response from emergency services and resulting in significant material losses. The blaze started around 4:20 p.m. at kilometer 250 of Federal Highway 307, on the Tulum-Playa del Carmen stretch, after a call was made to the […]
Air Canada Cuts Flights to Tulum as Demand Falls Short
In a move reflecting lower-than-expected demand, Air Canada has significantly reduced its flight schedule to Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport in Tulum for the 2025-2026 winter season. The Canadian carrier has canceled flights from Ottawa and Quebec City, which were introduced last year following the airport’s opening in December 2023. Additionally, it will decrease frequency […]
Teachers’ March Brings Traffic Chaos to Quintana Roo Roads, Citizens Left Walking in Frustration
A massive teachers’ march from various municipalities in Quintana Roo caused traffic chaos on the state’s roads, forcing some citizens to abandon their vehicles and walk several kilometers to reach the city center. The demonstration, which was part of a protest against the ISSSTE Law, saw thousands of teachers converge on Felipe Carrillo Puerto, where […]