Cancun Steps Up International Tourism Push With Three Major Events
Cancun officials will promote the destination at FIT Argentina, World Travel Awards in Jamaica, and WTM London ahead of winter.
Laura Castillo
Playa del Carmen Experts Call for Tourism Diversification Beyond Sun and Beach
Engineers and specialists propose medical, cultural, and convention tourism to reduce dependency on the sun-and-beach model.
CROC Rejects Layoffs as Cancun Hotel Occupancy Dips, Accuses Hotels of Exaggerating
CROC leaders say Cancun hotel occupancy of 50-70% is enough to maintain jobs, accuse hotels of exaggerating downturn.
Young Maya Entrepreneurs in Betania Transform Honey to Boost Beekeeper Incomes
Young Maya entrepreneurs in Betania launched the Lol Kab project to create honey-based products, aiming for fairer prices and stronger…
Sargassum Hits Lobster Fishing in María Elena, Fishermen Seek Solutions
Sargassum influx in María Elena reduces lobster catches, threatening livelihoods of 50 fishermen.
Mexican Artisan Cheeses Win Over Discerning Palates, Says UNAM Expert
Artisan cheeses account for only 10% of consumption but are highly prized in gourmet markets.
Quintana Roo Chocolate Promoted as New Icon of the Mexican Caribbean
Producers aim to position Quintana Roo chocolate as a signature gastronomic product of the Mexican Caribbean.
Tulum Hoteliers Consider Seasonal Closures Over Unsustainable Sargassum Costs
Tulum hoteliers may operate only outside sargassum season due to soaring cleanup costs and low occupancy.
Restaurant’s Street Seating Raises Public-Space Questions In Downtown Playa del Carmen
Outdoor tables and other restaurant furniture placed on Calle 24 have prompted complaints from residents who are questioning whether a…
Pato Merlín, Viral World Cup Duck, Launches Sneaker Line and Video Game
The viral duck from the 2026 World Cup now has his own sneaker collection and mobile game, with proceeds benefiting…