Tulum Airport Passenger Traffic Falls 33% in First Half of 2026
The Tulum International Airport served 471,500 passengers from January to June, a 33.2% year-over-year decline, with international traffic down 40.8%.
Economy
Sargassum Influx Leaves Cancun’s Beaches Empty at Peak of Summer Season
A record sargassum influx is emptying Cancun's beaches and hurting businesses even as tourists arrive in large numbers.
Cancún Loses Millions in Medical Tourism Revenue, Expert Says
An industry advisor says Cancún is missing out on millions in medical tourism revenue because the destination lacks a promotion…
Cozumel Tourism Promoters Report 70% Drop in Summer Sales
Cozumel tourism promoters report a 70% drop in summer sales, with some workers going home empty-handed.
Quintana Roo Governor Signs $270M Medical Nearshoring Deal for Cancun
Governor Mara Lezama signed agreements in Orlando to bring a $270 million medical center and Mission Brain headquarters to Cancun.
Mexican Caribbean Faces Challenging Summer as Flights Drop and Sargassum Lingers
New study warns reduced flights, sargassum and safety perceptions could hamper summer tourism in Cancún, Cozumel and Tulum.
Cancun Market 23 Vendors Report 40% Drop in Sales
Vendors at Cancun's Market 23 report a 40% drop in summer sales, citing limited tourist budgets and fewer visitors.
Mérida Opens Registration for Chambea Seguro Helmet Program
Mérida is giving away 200 certified motorcycle helmets through its Chambea Seguro program. Registration runs Aug. 4–7.
Cancún Again Tops List for Most Expensive Regular Gasoline in Mexico
Profeco’s weekly fuel report shows a Cancún station selling regular gasoline at 25.39 pesos per liter, the highest price in…
AMEXME President Decries Losses From Recurring Power Outages in Playa del Carmen
AMEXME president Valeria Rinderstma says repeated blackouts in Playa del Carmen and the tourist zone are causing serious economic losses.