Cancun Beach Recovery to Shift Focus to Ecological Restoration, Completion Delayed to 2027
Cancun shifts from sand replenishment to ecological restoration; full recovery of beaches expected by 2027.
Development
Father and Son Charged in $23 Million Real Estate Fraud in Playa del Carmen
A judge in Nuevo León has ordered the prosecution of two businessmen for a $23 million real estate fraud involving…
CFE Activates Leona Vicario Substation to Meet Growing Power Demand in Cancun and Riviera Maya
Mexico's CFE has activated the Leona Vicario substation, a $107 million project to boost electricity supply for over 718,000 users…
Hotel Association Chief: Presidential Decree for Mahahual Must Boost Development, Not Restrict Investment
Hotel association head says presidential decree for Mahahual should promote sustainable growth, not limit investment.
Playa del Carmen Approves Citizen Participation Mechanisms to Update Municipal Development Plan
Playa del Carmen approved co-creation and citizen participation mechanisms to update the Municipal Development Plan 2024-2027.
Environmental Groups Warn of Impact on Chenzubul Mangroves From New Playa del Carmen Development
Activists warn that the 'The Grove' housing project could damage mangroves and dunes at Chenzubul, one of the last natural…
Semarnat Approves New Tourism and Residential Project Near Punta Venado
Mexico's environment agency approved a hotel and residential complex south of Playa del Carmen, near two protected natural areas.
Cozumel Residents Fight Royal Caribbean Mangrove Destruction
Cozumel residents and activists oppose Royal Caribbean's beach club, citing illegal mangrove destruction and environmental harm.
Developers Seek Permit for Country Club in Conkal, But 1,201 Lots Already Sold
A 50-hectare development in Conkal, Yucatán, is already selling lots despite only now seeking an environmental permit.
Mamitas Project Must Guarantee Environmental Mitigation Before Approval, Engineers Say
A real estate project in Playa del Carmen's Mamitas area must prove environmental mitigation before permits are granted.