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…
Economy
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.
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%.
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…