Kidnapping Reports in Baja California Sur Surge by 150% in 2026

Kidnapping reports in Baja California Sur (BCS) have seen a significant spike, doubling in the first nine months of 2026 compared to the entirety of 2025, according to official data from the Executive Secretariat of the National Public Security System (SESNSP). Between January and September 2026, authorities recorded five kidnapping cases, a 150 percent increase […]

Guanajuato Ranks Second in Mexico for Residential Burglaries, Accounting for 8% of National Victims

Guanajuato has been identified as the second state in Mexico with the highest number of victims of residential burglary (robo a casa habitación), accounting for 8.31 percent of the total victims nationwide. According to figures released by the Executive Secretariat of the National Public Security System, the state recorded 2,393 victims of residential theft between […]

Querétaro’s Music Scene Set for November 2026: A Diverse Lineup of Pop, Rock, and Regional Mexican Hits

Querétaro is preparing for a vibrant musical season this November, offering a wide-ranging selection of performances that span pop, rock, rap, reggae, and regional Mexican music. The city’s concert calendar features a prominent array of artists, catering to a broad spectrum of musical tastes. Fans of romantic and alternative music will find a variety of […]

From Paradise to Ghost Town: The Rapid Decline of Tulum’s Coastal Tourism Boom

The tourism industry in Tulum, Mexico, is facing a significant downturn. The bustling destination, once a crown jewel of the Riviera Maya, is struggling with a “deepening” decline characterized by empty airports, shuttered local businesses, and abandoned hotels. Major airlines, including Aeroméxico, Volaris, and American Airlines, have announced the closure of a significant number of […]

Yucatán Authorities Link Two Men to Aggravated Extortion Ring in Mérida

MÉRIDA, MEXICO – The State Attorney General’s Office (FGE) of Yucatán has formally linked Erick Alejandro G.G. to the crime of aggravated extortion following a series of fraudulent schemes targeting properties and employees in northern Mérida. According to the judicial file (cause 448/2026), Erick Alejandro allegedly operated in tandem with Alexis de Dios C., who […]

Mexico’s Community Tourism Model Gains Global Fame in National Geographic’s “Best of the World”

Mexico has secured a spot on National Geographic’s “Best of the World 2027” list, with the community-based tourism destination of Maya Ka’an, Quintana Roo, being highlighted as a premier travel location. The prestigious international publication selected 25 destinations across six continents, specifically praising Maya Ka’an for its model rooted in Mayan community management, environmental conservation, […]