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.
Economy
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.
Rosewood Mayakoba Offers to Review Tip Withholdings After Worker Protest
Rosewood Mayakoba proposes reviewing tax withholdings on tips after a weekend protest; union says practice is illegal.
Mara Lezama Travels to Florida to Promote Investments and Present Cancun Financial District
Gov. Mara Lezama traveled to Orlando to present the Cancun Financial District project and attract investment to Quintana Roo at…
Moody’s Upgrades Quintana Roo Credit Rating to AA-.mx on Strong Revenue, Fiscal Discipline
Moody's Local Mexico raised Quintana Roo's rating to AA-.mx on strong own-source revenue and sustained fiscal surpluses.