New Incidents With Tourists Add to Taxi Conflicts in Quintana Roo
A taxi driver in Playa del Carmen allegedly struck a passenger who filmed him refusing to give change.
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Van Drivers Threaten Strike on Tulum-Playa del Carmen Route Over Union Dispute
A union leader warns of a possible strike on the Tulum-Playa del Carmen van route due to unequal passenger limits.
Michelin Guide Mexico 2026: Quintana Roo Restaurants Nominated for Third Consecutive Year
Quintana Roo returns to the Michelin Guide Mexico 2026 with 20 restaurants nominated across multiple categories.
Playa del Carmen’s Future Plaza La Isla Shopping Center Gets a Location
The future Plaza La Isla shopping center in Playa del Carmen will be built on an 86,000 sq m lot…
Tensions Ease at Chichen Itza as Access Dispute Enters Partial Truce
A dispute over tourist access at Chichen Itza eased Wednesday after protests by artisans and vendors.
After 18-Year Wait, Playa del Carmen Secures Donation of Punta Esmeralda Access Road
Playa del Carmen finalizes donation of Punta Esmeralda access road after 18 years, plans $23M rehabilitation.
Cancellation of Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day Project Sparks Criticism in Southern Quintana Roo
A civic council member says the rejection of the Perfect Day project leaves southern Quintana Roo without development opportunities.
No Expansion of Mototaxi Zones in Playa del Carmen, Officials Say
Playa del Carmen rules out expanding mototaxi operating zones as regularization begins.
New Conanp Director in Tulum Aims to Ease Tensions With Tourism Sector
Mexico's protected areas agency appoints a new local director to rebuild dialogue with Tulum's tourism industry amid ongoing economic complaints.
One Dead in Slab Collapse at Riu Peninsula Hotel in Cancun
A construction worker died when a concrete slab collapsed during remodeling at the Riu Peninsula hotel in Cancun.