Tulum’s Tourism Crisis: Locals Blame Corruption, Overpricing for Visitor Decline
Tulum businesses struggle as international tourism plummets; locals cite corruption, overpricing, and loss of identity.
Laura Castillo
Workers at Kore Hotel in Tulum Launch Indefinite Strike Over Unpaid Benefits
Hotel Kore workers in Tulum began an indefinite strike over unpaid wages, tips, and savings fund.
Yucatan Governor Proposes Mega Plan for Merida Metropolitan Area With Federal Support
Governor Joaquin Diaz Mena proposed a comprehensive plan to President Claudia Sheinbaum for water, mobility and security in Merida.
Tren Maya Expropriations Reveal Stark Disparity in Land Valuations Across Quintana Roo
Federal government pays up to seven times more per square meter for land in Bacalar than in Puerto Morelos for…
Tulum Faces Challenge of Growing Without Losing Its Essence, Hotel Leader Says
David Ortiz Mena says long-term competitiveness depends on sustainability, identity and territorial quality.
Airbnb Listings Surge Intensifies Competition for Vacation Rentals in Riviera Maya
Growing Airbnb listings in Playa del Carmen and Tulum are squeezing occupancy and revenue for vacation rental owners.
Yucatán Strengthens Its Seven Magical Towns Ahead of 2026 National Tianguis
Yucatán launches a plan to boost its seven Magical Towns, preparing for the National Tianguis in November.
Dolphinarium Attendance Drops 10% as Foreign Tourism Slows in Mexican Caribbean
Delphinus reports a 10% annual decline in visitors to dolphinariums in the Mexican Caribbean, citing economic uncertainty and the 2026…
Tourist Numbers Rise But Spending Falls in Quintana Roo, Data Shows
International arrivals in Quintana Roo rose 11.9% in March 2026, but total spending fell 3.4%, signaling a structural challenge.
Playa del Carmen Mayor Leads ‘Brigadas de Transformacion’ to Support 1,200 Local Businesses
Mayor Estefanía Mercado's program offers free training and services to 1,200 small businesses in Playa del Carmen.