Tulum Faces Accumulated Problems, Needs to Diversify Economy, Expert Warns
Nearly two decades after becoming a municipality, Tulum faces economic and planning challenges that require diversifying beyond tourism.
Economy
First Round of USMCA Review Ends With ‘Positive Balance,’ Mexico Says
The first formal USMCA review round ended constructively, but the US proposed raising auto rules of origin to 50% US…
Tulum Tourism Plunges 33% After Jaguar National Park Opens, Locals Say
Visitor numbers to Tulum's archaeological zone fell by a third after the Jaguar National Park opened, sparking protests.
Tulum Tourism Department Launches Call for Photos to Promote ‘Pueblo Magico’ Status
Tulum's tourism office invites businesses to submit photos for use in official Pueblo Magico promotional materials.
Sargasso Crisis Cripples Tourism and Fishing Cooperatives in Playa del Carmen
Massive sargasso influx turns beaches into sludge, halting tourism and fishing, with repair costs soaring.
Hotel Reservations Plummet in Riviera Maya Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Hotel occupancy in Playa del Carmen drops from 90% to 50% as high costs, visa issues and sargassum deter tourists.
Quintana Roo Hotels Report Zero Profits to Avoid Profit-Sharing; Union Negotiates Bonuses
Hotels in Quintana Roo report zero profits to avoid profit-sharing; union negotiates compensatory bonuses.
Playa del Carmen Mayor Meets Developers, Pledges Faster Permits and Investment
Mayor Estefanía Mercado met with developers to promise streamlined permits and transparent processes to boost investment.
Carlos Slim Announces $5 Billion Investment in Mexico for 2026
Billionaire Carlos Slim announced a $5 billion investment in Mexico for 2026, citing regulatory simplification and confidence in the economy.
Chetumal to Host 3rd Rural and Community Tourism Forum in Southern Quintana Roo
The forum aims to promote sustainable tourism with cultural identity and direct benefits for Maya communities.