Governor Mara Lezama has announced that the federal government’s fiscal incentives, which have been granted to Chetumal since 2020 to attract investment, will now be extended to Cozumel. These incentives include exemptions from VAT and ISR on the importation of certain types of merchandise. Details of the Incentives The exemptions will also apply to merchandise […]
Taxi Drivers in Playa del Carmen Face Trial for Assault on Tourists
Two taxi drivers, Daniel “N” and José Alejandro “N,” are facing trial for their involvement in an assault on tourists in Playa del Carmen. The incident occurred on November 22 at the entrance of an ecotourism park. The drivers allegedly surrounded a private vehicle, mistaking the driver for a digital platform service provider. They threatened […]
Tragedy in Tulum: Person Falls to Death from Fourth Floor in Aldea Zamá
A tragic incident occurred in Aldea Zamá, Tulum, when a person fell from the fourth floor of a tourist complex, resulting in instant death. The fall happened around 9:57 a.m. on Tuesday, December 17, within the Riviera Maya housing complex. Witnesses immediately alerted authorities and emergency services via 911. Upon arrival, paramedics confirmed that the […]
Tulum Residents and Foreigners Protest Beach Entrance Fees
A group of approximately 200 people, including foreign residents and local citizens, protested in Tulum yesterday, demanding free access to the beaches. The demonstration caused significant traffic disruptions as the main avenue was blocked for about two hours. The protesters gathered at the intersection of Cobá and Tulum Avenue, holding banners and calling on President […]
Grupo Anderson’s Announces 4th Golf Tournament and ‘El Refugio’ in Cancun
Grupo Anderson’s has unveiled details of the fourth edition of its prestigious Golf Tournament, set to take place on January 25, 2025, at the Iberostar Cancun Golf Club. This highly anticipated event promises an unforgettable day for players, businessmen, and golf enthusiasts in a luxurious setting. This year, the tournament will move from the traditional […]
Mexico’s Tourist Hotspot Cracks Down on Taxi Drivers Assaulting Travelers for Using Rideshare Apps in Cancun
Mexico’s tourist hotspot, Quintana Roo, has taken a firm stance against taxi drivers who assault travelers for using rideshare apps. Following a string of incidents, the state has started arresting and revoking licenses from taxi drivers involved in these attacks. Three taxi drivers were arrested earlier this month in Puerto Morelos after they threatened a […]
Passenger Misses Flight and Causes Commotion at Mérida Airport
A passenger bound for Mexico City caused a commotion at Mérida Airport after missing her flight and attempting to enter through the baggage claim area. The passenger, who was late for her flight, mistakenly entered the corridor leading to the baggage claim area instead of going through the security checkpoint. When security staff denied her […]
Foreign Tourist Causes Accident in Downtown Mérida
A traffic accident involving a couple of foreign tourists occurred on Tuesday morning in downtown Mérida, near La Plancha Park. The tourists were driving a Kia car, which they had apparently rented in Quintana Roo, and were exploring various places in the city. The accident happened when the tourists were driving east on 51st Street. […]
Rolling into Retirement: The Rise of Full-Time RV Living Among Seniors
As more Americans reach retirement age, a growing number are ditching the idea of a static home life for the freedom and flexibility of full-time RV living. According to a recent study by the RV Industry Association, RV ownership has surged 62% over the past two decades, with approximately half of the record 11.2 million […]
The number of abandoned houses in Nuevo Leon grows to 286 thousand
Nuevo León (NL) has 286.1 thousand abandoned houses, according to the last census of 2020, but the worrying thing is that the number has increased from the 230,677 of the 2010 census, according to data from the Institute of Statistics, Geography and Informatics (INEGI). A population of more than one million inhabitants could live in […]