At 4:00 PM this Monday, April 6, the Federal Roads and Bridges Agency (CAPUFE) reported that the Córdoba-Veracruz highway, at kilometer 0, had cleared. However, traffic congestion was reported in both directions in the area. At 10:30 AM this Monday, April 6, a road blockade began in the state of Veracruz by members of the […]
Veracruz mobilizes this April 5th due to environmental damage in the Gulf
Social organizations and environmental groups have called for a series of demonstrations in the state of Veracruz to demand a broader response to the effects of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, which has impacted various communities for weeks. Under the slogan “Life yes, oil no,” the participating groups seek to highlight the […]
Coatzacoalcos registers 56% hotel occupancy, the lowest in Veracruz after oil spill
The southern region of Veracruz, particularly Coatzacoalcos, is experiencing one of the lowest hotel occupancy rates at the start of Holy Week, in contrast to other destinations in the state that are reaching high levels of tourist influx. According to reports from tourism authorities, the Olmeca region, where Coatzacoalcos is located, has an average hotel […]
Businessman who was imprisoned reappears after confessing to fuel theft
Alberto “N”, a businessman from Minatitlán, Veracruz, was kidnapped approximately a week ago and recently reappeared in a video circulating on social media, in which he admits to having purchased allegedly stolen fuel (huachicol). According to the newspaper Reforma, the man appears in the video guarded by armed men, apparently confessing to participating in this […]
Taco Festival in Xalapa exceeds expectations in Los Lagos
The sixth annual Taco Festival in Xalapa exceeded expectations and saw high visitor participation, according to the City Council’s Economic Development Department, headed by Daniela Griego Ceballos. The event was held for the first time at Paseo de Los Lagos, where it took place in a family-friendly, organized, and safe environment, with activities geared toward […]
“It’s not fair to pay to enter our municipality”: citizens demand the removal of the tollbooth at the Pánuco Bridge
Merchants and residents of Pánuco demanded the removal of the tollbooth on the Pánuco Bridge, given that it has collected over 307 million pesos in the last six years, with only 16% of those funds allocated to maintenance and rehabilitation. The president of the Pánuco branch of the National Chamber of Commerce, María Magdalena Rivera […]
Santa Gertrudis Market in Orizaba has changed its opening hours: here’s how you can enjoy it all week long
In the Magical Town of Orizaba, you can’t miss the opportunity to visit its markets, spaces dedicated to selling a variety of household items, handicrafts, and their unique food stalls where you’re sure to discover and sample the local cuisine. If you’re looking to experience the typical dishes of any region, the markets are your […]
Orizaba is betting on integrated experiences to attract tourism during Holy Week 2026, check it out
With a strategy focused on offering more complete, accessible, and dynamic experiences, the municipality of Orizaba has strengthened its tourism offerings for the 2026 Easter season, focusing on integrating its main attractions into packages designed for both visitors and locals. The Tourism Department announced that starting this holiday period, new systems will be implemented to […]
Orizaba prepares for its sixth Via Crucis by bicycle this Holy Week
During Holy Week, the city of Orizaba is preparing for the sixth annual Stations of the Cross by Bicycle, an event that blends Catholic tradition with cycling and has become one of the most representative in the region over the years. According to the organizing civil association, “BiciOri Paz y Bien,” the event will take […]
For $200 you can eat like a king at these 4 places in Orizaba, Veracruz
Do you like to eat like royalty? If you’re visiting Orizaba, in the Veracruz region, then you can’t miss these four places brimming with delicious dishes with authentic Mexican flavor for just 200 pesos (or less!). These are El Atacadero, Restaurante 1925, La Borda, and Sabor a mi Tierra, all offering tasty treats. Restaurante 1925 […]