Seven New Projects Approved for Cozumel and Mahahual With Cruise Tourism Trust Funds
Governor Mara Lezama announced seven projects for Cozumel and Mahahual, funded by the cruise tourism trust.
April 2026
Playa del Carmen to Revoke Up to 1,800 Street Vendor Permits
Playa del Carmen will cancel up to 1,800 street vendor permits after a regularization drive reached only 45% of registered…
Mara Lezama Launches Tulum Air Show 2026 to Boost Global Profile of Mexican Caribbean
The four-day event features air shows, business meetings, and a NASCAR race at Tulum International Airport.
‘10,000 Smiles’ Marks a Decade of Bringing Toys to Vulnerable Children in Quintana Roo
The program has donated over 7,000 toys in 10 years, benefiting children in vulnerable situations.
Mexico’s 40-Hour Workweek Reform: 6 Key Changes to Federal Labor Law
Mexico's secondary labor reform is complete. Here are six key changes to the Federal Labor Law as the country transitions…
Quintana Roo, Baja California Sur and Mexico City to Lead Economic Recovery in 2026: BBVA
BBVA Research forecasts Quintana Roo, Baja California Sur and Mexico City will lead Mexico's economic recovery in 2026, driven by…
Quintana Roo Hoteliers Propose Tax Mechanism to Fund Sargassum Fight
Hoteliers in Quintana Roo propose redirecting part of their income tax to create a long-term fund for sargassum containment.
Hotel Worker Accuses Supervisor of Sexual Assault in Merida, Alleges Lack of Cooperation in Investigation
A hotel worker in Merida accuses her supervisor of sexual assault, alleging the hotel has refused to hand over security…
Raids Reveal La Familia Michoacana and Cartel del Milenio Operations in Eastern Yucatan
Federal raids in Yucatan expose cartel-linked ranches, drug seizures, and threats to a mayor, signaling organized crime's spread.
Mexico’s Maya Train Struggles Amid Unfulfilled Promises, Marginalized Communities
Two years after opening, the Maya Train faces low ridership and empty hotels, while nearby villages lack basic services.