The latest surge in violence in certain parts of Mexico has sparked an intense debate regarding the country’s safety as a tourist destination, especially after four American citizens were kidnapped and two found dead in the small border town of Matamoros. Authorities in leading tourist destinations were among the first to react, deploying more law …
Cancun is America’s favorite sunny getaway, and it’s easy to see why. Straddling the Caribbean Coast of Mexico and home to an impressive array of five-star properties, it is a world-class destination deserving of all the hype. If you’re heading to Cancun in the coming days or weeks, however, you may want to steer clear …
Marriott International’s luxury brand St. Regis Hotels & Resorts has just announced the opening of the new St. Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera Maya. This new resort is one of the top six North American Hotels opening in 2023, and many travelers across the globe have been anticipating its opening. The new St. Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera …
Following the kidnapping and murder of two American nationals in Mexico recently, the media is once again on high alert. The entire country is under scrutiny, despite the fact that violence directed at visitors is rare, and unsurprisingly, even the popular sunny destination Cancun couldn’t escape it: Being the number one destination for U.S. nationals …
Cancun, Mexico, the popular resort hotspot of Quintana Roo, is home to some of the top beaches on the continent. For most tourists, it is the number one reason to visit this beautiful city. Of course, no matter where tourists vacation, they want to find the best place to spend their time and relax. Every …
Cancun is a city that was built for tourists and is one of the most popular destinations in Mexico for Americans. The city has built up the infrastructure to support and cater to the millions of tourists it hosts each year. It is easily accessible, affordable, and a great place to relax during the day …
Despite facing fierce competition from its Latin American peers, Cancun remains the number one vacation spot for Americans: other than being a gorgeous beach destination, it is incredibly easy and cheap to get to. There are nonstop flights linking every single major U.S. city to the Mexican Caribbean hub, and no shortage of low-cost options …
Having their beach holidays ruined by seaweed is one of the main concerns for Americans heading to Cancun. Authorities may have implemented a number of measures to ensure that the sea retains its turquoise hue, but the arrival of some sargassum is still inevitable. Fortunately, there are four beaches in the area expecting less seaweed …
Travelers want white sand and crystal clear blue waters when they visit the Mexican Caribbean, but that’s not always possible, especially during sargassum season. Sargassum is the annoying, smelly seaweed that washes up on these gorgeous shores for months. And, recent concerns regarding this seaweed showing up off-season have arisen. According to recent information shared …
Local taxi drivers throughout Cancun have blocked main roads and access to the airport. This strong reaction to a recent court ruling that officially made Uber legal has taxi drivers taking desperate measures. Due to violence in the past and active threats against Uber drivers and passengers, the U.S. State Department has issued a warning …
Popular tourist destinations like Cancun and Tulum generally enjoy a sargassum-free winter, but the heavier humidity in March often results in recurrences. This year, the brown algae is expected at record levels, and if you’d like to completely avoid it while vacationing in the Mexican Caribbean, this tropical island is your best bet: Isla Mujeres …
If you have traveled to Cancun in the past few years, you probably remember that using Uber wasn’t as simple and practical as it is in other destinations. During the past 4 years, Uber has been going through a legal battle in the Quintana Roo region to be legally accepted as a private ridesharing service, …