Unauthorized Baggage Handlers at Cancún Airport Charge Tourists Up to $50, Officials Report
Unlicensed baggage handlers at Cancún International Airport demand up to $50 from tourists, officials say.
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Around 250,000 Workers in Quintana Roo Exceed 48-Hour Work Week
Data shows about 250,000 workers in Quintana Roo exceed Mexico's 48-hour weekly limit, driven by service sector demands.
Irregular Settlements in Quintana Roo Protest High Electricity Bills from ‘Totalizer’ Meters
Residents of irregular settlements in Quintana Roo face high electricity bills from collective meters.
Up to 20% of Quintana Roo Real Estate Inventory Flagged for Permit Violations
State officials report 118 developments lack required construction permits, with many facing sanctions.
Franchises in Mexico thrive despite crime and tariffs
Mexico City — Mexico’s franchise sector is projected to grow 6% this year, outpacing the...
Mexican Hospitality Summit Returns to Mérida in May 2026
The Summit Mexicano de la Hospitalidad will hold its second edition in Mérida, Yucatán, focusing on innovation and sustainability.
Over 100 Divers Suffer Decompression Sickness During Isla Mujeres Lobster Season
Preliminary report shows 110 divers with decompression sickness, plus theft and a lost boat during the lobster season.
Quintana Roo Launches Digital Platform to Streamline Agricultural and Fishing Permits
Quintana Roo introduces a digital system to modernize agricultural and fishing permits, aiming for transparency and efficiency.
Real Estate Projects Drive Urban Expansion in Playa del Carmen, With Vertical Growth Seen as Viable
Real estate projects and updated urban planning are driving expansion in Playa del Carmen, with developers highlighting vertical growth.
Quintana Roo Water Agency Orders Removal of Office Cats in Chetumal
CAPA water agency orders two community cats removed from its Chetumal offices, citing health risks.