The inability of the Colima state government, under Indira Vizcaíno Silva, to contain the violence ultimately led to the ceding of public security control once again to federal forces through the Mexican Navy (Semar). Faced with a relentless escalation of crime since the beginning of the current administration, the Navy had to intervene directly to […]
Which gastronomic and tourist destinations in Oaxaca are nominated for the Food and Travel Reader Awards 2025?
2025 brought many surprises to Oaxaca, and its gastronomy and beautiful locations were clearly the stars once again, positioning the state to win prestigious awards. Specific places like Puerto Escondido and several restaurants received nominations for the 2025 Food and Travel Reader Awards, the most important recognitions in the country within the gastronomy and tourism […]
Ten days after the Interoceanic Train derailment, operations in Oaxaca remain suspended.
Ten days after the Interoceanic Train derailment, service remains suspended on Line K, from Ciudad Ixtepec to Tonalá; the Tehuanito Sur intercity route; and, of course, Line Z, from Coatzacoalcos to Salina Cruz, the line affected by the accident. To date, the authorities of the Isthmus of Tehuantepec Railway (FIT) have not announced a likely […]
Puerto Escondido under scrutiny for excessive prices and terrible service to tourists
What should be the consolidation of Puerto Escondido as the star destination on the Oaxacan coast is being overshadowed by a growing wave of complaints. Tourists and visitors are reporting an alarming phenomenon of high prices, low-quality services, and outright abuses by lodging and food service providers. The community and frequent travelers have begun issuing […]
Water crisis in San Cristóbal: 16 days without water supply in the north and west zones
Since December 21, 2025, thousands of users of the drinking water service in the northern and western areas of San Cristóbal de Las Casas have faced a “temporary” suspension of service in more than 10 neighborhoods, due to a voltage fluctuation in the starter equipment, which malfunctioned. This equipment supplies water from the Convivencia Infantil […]
Night market in San Cristóbal de las Casas: a tradition that is more than 20 years old
For more than two decades, the historic center of San Cristóbal de las Casas has transformed into a night market each evening, becoming an integral part of the urban landscape and the local economy. From Monday to Friday, starting at 6:00 p.m., hundreds of street vendors begin setting up shop in the Alameda Central, also […]
Tulum and Cobá: archaeological sites double their entrance fees
For 2026, the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) set the entrance fee to Tulum and Cobá at 209 pesos per person, practically double (101 percent) the cost compared to 2025, when it was around 104 pesos. INAH announced that starting January 1, 2026, the entrance fee to both archaeological sites will increase because […]
Playa del Carmen: 60% occupancy thanks to locals and Canadians
Restaurants in Playa del Carmen are optimistic for the next two weeks, expecting 70% occupancy despite the cold fronts from the north, known locally as “los nortes,” which cause temporary beach erosion due to strong winds. Nevertheless, visitors continue to flock to the coast. “It’s the same every year: if it’s not the sargassum, it’s […]
Cancun Airport experiences the largest drop in passengers nationwide
Cancun International Airport closed last year with 29.3 million passengers, a 3.5% decrease compared to 2014. The largest decline was on domestic international routes, with the most significant drop seen in destinations like Puerto Vallarta, which reported a decrease of 137,000 passengers, and Los Cabos, which showed an increase of 30,000 passengers. According to the […]
Cancun adds new routes and surpasses 112 air connections
Cancun International Airport is strengthening its connectivity with the opening of 17 new air routes in 2026, adding to a total of more than 112 direct connections to domestic and international destinations, consolidating the Mexican Caribbean as one of the most dynamic hubs in the Americas and the world. According to the airport operator, the […]