Mexican Senate Leaves Free Beach Access Reform Stalled Again
The Mexican Senate ended its session without voting on a reform to guarantee free access to public beaches and protected…
Riviera Maya
Mexico Deploys 150 Navy Personnel to Combat Sargassum in Quintana Roo
Mexico deploys 150 Navy personnel and a new vessel to combat sargassum in Quintana Roo, focusing on Playa del Carmen.
Store Closures and Slumping Sales Hit Tulum’s Artisan Market
Tulum's artisan market faces closures and falling sales as rising costs and changing tourism patterns hurt vendors.
Nelly Korda Wins Riviera Maya Open at Mayakoba 2026
World No. 1 Nelly Korda won the Riviera Maya Open at Mayakoba with a 17-under-par 271.
Playa Del Carmen Beach Recovery Could Take a Year, Requires Environmental Impact Study
Experts say restoring eroded beaches in Playa del Carmen requires an environmental impact study that could take a year.
Foreign Divers Without Permits Damaging Coral Reefs in Riviera Maya, Activists Say
Local divers and activists call on Profepa to investigate and stop environmental damage to coral reefs.
First Sea Turtle Nest Confirmed in Tulum as Nesting Season Begins
Authorities confirm the first sea turtle nest of the season in Tulum, launching conservation efforts.
Navy Barrier Fails to Contain Massive Sargassum Influx in Playa del Carmen
A Navy-installed barrier cannot stop the heavy sargassum arrival on Playa del Carmen beaches, with 100 tons collected daily.
Police Raid Animalandia Maya in Playa del Carmen, Arrest Ex-Councilman for Animal Cruelty
Five people detained, including former councilman Félix Sandoval, after raid on exotic animal store on Quinta Avenida.
Tulum Lifts Seals on Oasis Akumal Demolition Within 72 Hours, Condo Owners Allege Harassment
Tulum removed closure seals on Oasis Akumal demolition within 72 hours, sparking allegations of backroom deals and harassment.