In a significant move to support education in Tulum, Municipal President Diego Castañón has awarded 1,000 educational scholarships as part of the municipality’s scholarship program. The initiative saw a substantial budget increase of 52%, allowing for an expansion of beneficiaries. Speaking at the event, President Castañón emphasized that his administration is focused on delivering tangible […]

The usually bustling archaeological site and beaches of Tulum have seen a significant drop in tourist arrivals during Holy Week, with many attributing this decline to the hefty fee charged for entry to the walled city and its surrounding beaches. Tourism providers and merchants in the area are expressing concern over the low influx of […]

In a significant move towards regional development, the mayors of Playa del Carmen and Tulum have forged an alliance aimed at consolidating public safety, promoting tourism, and enhancing social welfare. Estefanía Mercado, mayor of Playa del Carmen, and Diego Castañón, mayor of Tulum, met to establish a shared work agenda that prioritizes regional well-being. The […]

A coordinated effort by security forces has led to the dismantling of a notorious fraud ring operating in Quintana Roo, Mexico. Giovanni ‘N’, along with his father and brother, allegedly used fake government websites to sell supposed federal vehicles at drastically reduced prices, luring victims into handing over large sums of money. According to reports, […]

As the holiday season draws to a close, authorities in Quintana Roo are gearing up for a massive exodus of tourists from Cancún. With just four days remaining before the end of the vacation period, the city’s bus terminal is bracing itself for an influx of passengers. To meet the expected demand, local transportation providers […]

Archaeologists from the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH), a branch of Mexico’s Ministry of Culture, successfully recovered a globular pre-Hispanic pot from a natural formation named Zumpango. This site is part of the Garra de Jaguar cave system, located approximately 22 kilometers from Playa del Carmen’s municipal center. The discovery was initially reported […]

Oxxo stores are a ubiquitous feature of Mexico’s urban landscape, known for their convenience and 24/7 service. However, some locations stand out for their distinctive characteristics, transforming them into tourist attractions. Among these is the pastel pink Oxxo in Quintana Roo, a vibrant and Instagram-worthy destination. Located within the Bahía Príncipe hotel on the road […]

A report from the Cancún, Puerto Morelos, and Isla Mujeres Hotel Association reveals that hotel occupancy rates during Holy Week have averaged between 65% and 70% in most downtown and beachfront properties within this popular tourist zone. These figures fall short of expectations, as the anticipated daily operations of over 600 flights were not achieved. […]

After more than ten days of uncertainty, María Belén Zerda, a 38-year-old Argentine woman who had vanished in Cancún, was found alive and safe. The discovery, made on Good Friday morning, was confirmed by Mexican authorities to her family, bringing an end to their agonizing wait. Belén was located in a jungle area wearing the […]

The government of Tulum, Quintana Roo, has unveiled new emergency numbers designed to provide residents with a quicker and more efficient response to incidents. These numbers, now operational, allow citizens to file reports either through landline calls or via WhatsApp messages. The lines are open for reporting complaints and requesting assistance from municipal teams tasked […]