Since 2007, there have been reports of the risk looming over the Dzoyilá archaeological zone in Yucatán. Today, history is repeating itself and worsening. Located south of Mérida, this ancient Mayan settlement, with over 1,300 years of history, is currently being devastated by uncontrolled interventions in the area. The site still preserves its pyramid, platforms, […]
Police chief of Yaxkukul, Yucatán, found dead; he is believed to have taken his own life
The police chief of Yaxkukul, Ramón L., 50, was found dead in a house in the San Roque neighborhood of Motul. Initial reports indicate that the officer had an argument with his partner and, after being left alone at home, decided to take his own life. When his partner discovered him, she called 911. Paramedics […]
Mega pig farm in Yucatán closes permanently after environmental sanction
After nearly eight months since its definitive closure, the Santa María Pig Farm, owned by the company Pecuaria Peninsular, in Yucatán, ceased operations after removing 41,570 pigs and dismantling the facilities, reported the Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection (Profepa). During a verification visit on April 29, the environmental authority confirmed that the company complied with […]
Challenges in Playa del Carmen after the 2026 Tourism Fair: Hoteliers demand solutions
Despite the fact that recent participation in the 2026 Tianguis Turístico helped solidify the destination’s image nationally, the Small Hotels Association issued a warning about the structural challenges that tarnish the visitor experience. According to the sector, international promotion is insufficient if the problems specifically affecting the municipality’s downtown area are not addressed. Offner Arjona, […]
Tulum: Travelers stop hiring tour guides due to 4 factors
Although the Tulum archaeological zone maintains a steady flow of visitors, the economic benefits are not reaching all sectors equally. Certified tour guides report a considerable decrease in their income this season, in contrast to the perception of stable activity at the destination. According to Julio Villagómez, a representative of the guides’ association, guiding services […]
Practical guide to using the Nichupté Bridge in Cancun
The Nichupté Bridge will begin operations on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 4:30 a.m., as a new connection between downtown Cancún and the hotel zone. According to Governor Mara Lezama, all access points will be open from that date, with free passage and no tolls. The operating hours for this first phase will be from […]
Indigenous midwives march in Chiapas to defend their ancestral practice
A hundred rural midwives marched through the streets of San Cristóbal de las Casas, the most populous city in Chiapas, to defend traditional midwifery amidst regulations that threaten its continuity. During the march, held in commemoration of International Midwives Day on May 5, they made their demands visible with slogans such as: “We demand equal […]
Migrant caravan arrives in Arriaga after traveling 240 kilometers from Tapachula
After traveling more than 240 kilometers from the southern border of Chiapas, the migrant caravan known as “David Dios Bendice” (David God Bless) arrived in the municipality of Arriaga, considered one of the last stops within Chiapas before continuing its journey to the state of Oaxaca. The group, composed mainly of people from Haiti and […]
Fonatur launches public bidding process for lots in Huatulco, Oaxaca
Fonatur Launches Public Tender for Land Lots in Huatulco, Oaxaca The process includes a framework that provides legal certainty with clear procedures and facilitates investor participation through defined rules and robust institutional mechanisms.The tender will be held on April 20th, under an open and equitable system.The National Fund for Tourism Development (Fonatur) today launched Public […]
Reports of raids against migrants in Mexico City
Mexican security forces have conducted immigration raids in several areas of Mexico City over the past week, with reported operations taking place in the boroughs of Cuauhtémoc and Miguel Hidalgo. Alexis, a Mexican citizen, contacted our Migrant Assistance Center to report that on the night of May 4, police officers detained a group of eleven […]