Those flying in or out of Cancun in the coming weeks are being warned they might need to allot some extra commuting to and from the airport, as ongoing work on a strategic stretch of road linking the city to the mega hub is set to increase traffic jams. Taking into account the road delays …

It’s not hard to see why the Mexican Caribbean is one of the world’s top-selling vacation packages worldwide: from Cancun to Chetumal, it boasts a stunning coastline bounded by the most translucent of waters, bestrewn with ancient Mayan sites and luxurious resorts. Due to the area’s popularity, however, beaches can get a bit crowded, particularly …

Recent reports of violent crime in parts of Mexico may have caused a media furor in the U.S., but contrary to popular belief and what the latest travel advisories would have you believe, the country’s major urban centers and resort strips are still perfectly safe to visit. This includes Cancun, which remains the top destination …

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 …

The Mexican Caribbean is such a wildly popular destination it’s hard to believe there are any untouched gems left to explore locally. From Cancun’s action-packed Hotel Zone to Lake Bacalar’s boutique luxury hotels, busy beaches and crowded tourist attractions have become common sights year-round. Regardless of the surging demand for Mexican Caribbean vacations, there are …

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 …

The Maya Train, Mexico’s largest infrastructure project in the last decade, has finally got a launch date, as well as a rough estimate of how much one-way tickets could cost, despite the legal challenges and numerous setbacks it continues to face during construction. According to local authorities, the new attraction will set out on its …

Tulum, one of the travelers’ favorite destinations in the Mexican Caribbean, is currently under inspection. Visitors might encounter armed guards from the country’s National Guard at tourist locations like the beach, the Archeological Zone, and in town. 50 troops have been deployed by the government to guarantee safety throughout popular tourist hotspots. According to the …

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 …

Once a relatively unknown town in the Mexican Caribbean, Bacalar is trending on TikTok as a cheaper, less-crowded alternative to Tulum. With each passing day, more Americans become aware of this hidden gem and its cultural value, leading regular visitors and locals alike to question: could the viral videos and rise in tourism eventually ruin …

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, …

The Mexican Caribbean, especially the ever-busy Cancun and Tulum, are not known for being particularly affordable or even relaxing to visit, depending on accommodation choice, with the intense party scene and thousands of beachgoers fighting for the perfect spot in the sun. Luckily, there are a handful of unfrequented resort towns that are not only …