Pitahaya Oversupply Sends Prices Tumbling for Farmers in José María Morelos
Abundant pitahaya harvest in José María Morelos has driven prices down, forcing growers to sell at a loss.
Economy
Cancun Artisan Vendors Face Economic Crisis in Hotel Zone Despite Peak Tourist Season
Artisan vendors in Cancun's hotel zone say the summer tourist influx has not translated into sales, leaving them with mounting…
Used Car Sales Through Rental Companies Increase in Quintana Roo
Rental company Mex Rent a Car says certified used car sales are rising in Quintana Roo as buyers seek transparency…
Playa del Carmen Plans New Electrical Substation to Ease Blackouts
Officials are planning a new electrical substation in Playa del Carmen to support future housing projects and address chronic blackouts…
US Market Slump Dampens 2026 World Cup Impact on Mexican Tourism
Arrivals from World Cup nations fell 3.7% in June as a 109,857-drop in US visitors outweighed gains, per Anahuac Cancun's…
Tizimin II Wind Farm in Yucatan Takes Shape as First Parts Arrive
Progreso, Yucatán — The first components for the Tizimín II wind farm have arrived at...
Cozumel Cruise Arrivals Rise 8.9% as Island Strengthens Caribbean Standing
Cozumel recorded 817 cruise ship arrivals and nearly 3 million passengers through July 26, up 8.9% from 2025.
Sargassum, Security Concerns and Geopolitics Reshape Travel Decisions
Geopolitical instability, security worries, rising costs and sargassum are reshaping how international travelers choose their summer destinations.
Federal Transfers to Quintana Roo Fall 11.1% in First Half
Federal transfers to Quintana Roo fell 11.1% in the first half of 2026, the third-largest drop among Mexican states.
Cancun Hotel Occupancy Dips in July Despite Summer Peak
Hotel occupancy in Cancun, Isla Mujeres and Puerto Morelos slipped in July, despite strong summer demand and near-full airport schedules.