A routine trip between Isla Mujeres and Cancun turned into a harrowing experience for over 300 passengers of the Ultramar shipping company when a mechanical failure left the CityJet number 5 ship stranded in Caribbean waters. The incident occurred around 7 p.m. on Wednesday, leaving families and tourists without immediate rescue options. Passengers reported a […]
Military Eyes Early Review of Airport Concessions After Tulum Success
The Pacific Airport Group (GAP) faced a significant setback when the government of Claudia Sheinbaum rejected their proposed increase in the TUA fee across all terminals. This decision has put the sector on alert, with growing discussions about an early review of private concessions. GAP, which operates terminals in 12 cities including Guadalajara and Tijuana, […]
American Defrauds Cozumel Tour Operator of Over $95,000
Jarrad Gillespie, an American operating on the Tripadvisor platform with the company “Cozumel Cruise Excursions,” has been reported to the State Attorney General’s Office for fraud and threats against a Cozumel tour company owner. His mother-in-law, Brenda Salas, is also implicated. According to investigation file 1944/2024, Gillespie defrauded the Cozumel company of over $95,000 by […]
Dutchman arrested for alleged drug possession in Playa del Carmen
The foreigner had several doses of various illicit substances, including marijuana and other narcotics. K9 team identifies possible drugs in Berry “N”, 32 years old, a Dutch citizen, and when he was searched, they found substances that were apparently illicit. The trained dog performed a passive marking to indicate that he had recognized odors of […]
Acapulco to Adopt Fonatur Scheme Similar to Cancun and Ixtapa
President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo announced plans to implement a scheme in Acapulco similar to the National Fund for Tourism Development (Fonatur) used in Cancun and Ixtapa. This initiative aims to enhance the maintenance of Acapulco’s central area. “A scheme similar to that of Cancun or Ixtapa is being developed with Fonatur to manage the maintenance […]
Expansion of Progreso’s Deepwater Port to Begin January 11 with 1,500 Million Peso Investment
Governor Joaquín Díaz Mena has announced that the expansion of the Deepwater Port in Progreso, Yucatán, will commence on January 11, with an initial investment of 1,500 million pesos. During a press conference, Díaz Mena emphasized that this project aims to transform Progreso into a world-class logistics hub, which is crucial for the state’s economic […]
Over 1,000 Feral Dogs Detected in Mérida’s Cuxtal Reserve
Biological monitoring has revealed the presence of 1,500 feral dogs in the Cuxtal Ecological Reserve, a Protected Natural Area located south of Mérida. This reserve provides essential environmental services, including oxygen provision, greenhouse gas capture, climate regulation, water supply, and protection against extreme weather events. It is home to over 800 species of flora and […]
Pirate Taxis Cause Significant Drop in Taxi Demand in Campeche
During the Christmas holidays, the demand for taxi services in Campeche saw a notable decline. Román Acuña Estrada, a member of the National Transport Movement (MNT), attributed this drop to pirate passenger transport services. He reported that the average number of taxi services per eight-hour shift fell from 30 to 20, a decrease of 44.4 […]
Fraud in La Paz Restaurants: Canirac Raises Alarm
The Chamber of the Restaurant and Seasoned Food Industry (Canirac) has identified a type of fraud occurring in restaurants along the boardwalk in La Paz. According to Canirac representative Lorena Hinojosa Oliva, certain individuals consume food at these establishments and leave without paying, offering various excuses. “We have observed this mainly in the boardwalk area. […]
Mazatlán Carnival Puppets to Adorn City by Early February
By February 6, eleven carnival puppets will be installed on the boardwalk and Plazuela Machado to herald the Mazatlán International Carnival 2025, set for February 27 to March 4 with the theme “The Pearl.” These sea-inspired ephemeral artworks, a hallmark of the city, will be crafted in the Institute of Culture’s workshops by renowned artists […]