Tourists Accuse Tulum Business of Deceptive “Free” Parking Offer
Visitors say a Tulum business advertises free parking but demands purchases, misleading tourists near the archaeological zone.
Laura Castillo
Visits to Quintana Roo Archaeological Sites Drop Sharply
Visits to Quintana Roo's archaeological sites dropped 47.1% in the second quarter, with June attendance down sharply from April.
Grupo Xcaret Donates 100 Vests to CAPTA Youth in Playa del Carmen
Mayor Estefanía Mercado distributes 100 vests donated by Grupo Xcaret to Playa del Carmen's tourist assistance staff.
Playa del Carmen Councilor Proposes CFE Compensation Institute
A Playa del Carmen councilor wants to use street-lighting fees to create an institute compensating residents for repeated power outages.
Costa Mujeres Maintains Lead in Hotel Occupancy Despite Tourism Slump
Costa Mujeres remains Quintana Roo's top hotel destination, though occupancy is down six points from last year amid fewer flights…
Tulum Hoteliers Seek Bank Support to Restructure Debt Amid Tourism Crisis
Tulum hotel leaders are asking for federal support to restructure debt as low occupancy and sargassum costs strain the sector.
Grupo Mundo Maya Introduces Seasonal Hotel Rates in Tulum
Grupo Mundo Maya sets lower room rates for its Tulum hotels during the low season, with prices rising for year-end…
Marybel Villegas Highlights Sargassum-to-Footwear Project in Playa del Carmen
Marybel Villegas touts a Quintana Roo company that turns sargassum into footwear, calling it an economic and environmental win.
Tulum Lobster Season Starts Strong, Cooperative Reports 23 Tons Caught
The Vigía Chico cooperative in Tulum has caught 23 tons of lobster since July 1, despite problems with the road…
Cancún Underwater Art Museum Reports 20% Drop in Summer Bookings
Citing sargassum and a lack of promotion, the Underwater Museum of Art saw summer reservations fall 20% in 2026.