The Oaxaca Prosecutor’s Office has confirmed that Rigoberto Martínez, coach and teacher, was shot dead on Monday afternoon in the municipality of Putla de Guerrero, in the Sierra Sur of Oaxaca. The Triqui Unification Movement is demanding justice for his murder. “We continue to promote and support sports so that our children have more opportunities, […]
Teopisca-San Cristóbal Highway Reopens After Month-Long Closure
After 29 days of closure due to a landslide on October 15 at kilometer 107 near the Nuevo Jardín El Edén community in Teopisca, the federal highway connecting Teopisca with San Cristóbal de las Casas has been fully cleared. Both lanes are now open, allowing motorists to travel normally on this crucial route. The landslide […]
Driver Assaulted by Alleged “Motonetos” in San Cristóbal de Las Casas
A driver was assaulted on the Periférico Norte Poniente, near the Mercado de la Zona Norte, by a group of alleged “motonetos” this past weekend in San Cristóbal de Las Casas. According to the official report, approximately ten individuals surrounded a white Jetta and verbally and physically assaulted the driver, identified as 25-year-old Pablo “N”. […]
Soaring Costs: Plane Tickets from Mexico City to Cancun Double in Price
The cost of plane tickets for the popular route between Mexico City and Cancun has more than doubled over the past decade, increasing from 1,526 pesos to just over 3,000 pesos. An analysis by El Financiero reveals that the average cost of plane tickets for this route has risen by 103 percent in the last […]
New I-94 Form Requirements for US Travelers
As of last July, there is a new requirement for travelers entering the United States – the digital I-94 form. This online document replaces the traditional paper-based form and is essential for anyone planning to enter the country, even if just for a short visit. The I-94 form is used by the US government to […]
Anticipated Surge in Bus Passengers to Mérida for December Season
An increase in bus passengers arriving in Yucatán is expected for the upcoming December season. Eduardo Córdova Balbuena, the representative of ADO, stated that the Mérida Bus Terminal sees a significant influx of people traveling to destinations such as Oaxaca, Puebla, Mexico City, and Veracruz. Many others also arrive in the state for vacation. “Typically, […]
Top 5 Magical Towns in Nayarit According to Artificial Intelligence
Nayarit, a state in Mexico, boasts several magical towns that attract thousands of tourists each year. These towns offer a variety of attractions for visitors. If you’re deciding which of these towns to visit, artificial intelligence has selected the top five based on traveler opinions, tourist attractions, infrastructure, and accessibility. 1. Mexcaltitán Mexcaltitán is often […]
Hotel Hacks to Make Your Stay a Breeze
Flight attendants have insider knowledge that can make your travels smoother. Here’s one genius hack from KLM flight attendant Esther that has gained over 48,000 likes on TikTok: put your shoe in the hotel safe to remember to retrieve it along with your valuables. Esther shares six hotel hacks in a quick video on TikTok: […]
Guanajuato Leads: The 7 States with the Most Murders in Mexico
According to the Government of Mexico, an average of 83 intentional homicides were recorded daily in the country during October 2024. Federal authorities reported on November 12, 2024, that while murders in Mexico show a downward trend, seven states account for 50% of the intentional homicides recorded nationwide. Daily Murder Rate in Mexico During a […]
Cold Front No. 9 Brings Snowfall Warnings to Durango and Chihuahua
Minimum temperatures between -5 and -10°C are forecast for the early hours of Wednesday and Thursday in the mountainous areas of Baja California, Chihuahua, and Durango due to the arrival of cold front number 9 of the season. The National Meteorological Service has warned that this new frontal system will enter the northwest border of […]