World Cup 2026: Most Teams to Base in US, Only Brief Stays in Mexico
Most 2026 World Cup teams will base in the US, visiting Mexico only for matches under a new transit model.
Economy
Mexican Caribbean Hoteliers Warn Future Depends on Sustainability and Identity
Hotel leaders say Tulum, Cancún, Riviera Maya must prioritize authenticity and urban planning over rapid growth.
Mexican Caribbean hotel occupancy falls to 65%
Cancun, Quintana Roo — Hotel occupancy in the Mexican Caribbean has fallen to around 65%...
Fishing Crisis Paralyzes Docks in Lazaro Cardenas as Catches Plummet
A severe drop in fish catches has left most boats docked in Lazaro Cardenas, Quintana Roo.
Tulum’s Tourism Crisis: Locals Blame Corruption, Overpricing for Visitor Decline
Tulum businesses struggle as international tourism plummets; locals cite corruption, overpricing, and loss of identity.
Puerto Morelos to Host Mesoamerican Ballgame Tournament With Over 3,000 Participants
Puerto Morelos will host a Mesoamerican ballgame tournament in December with over 3,000 participants from several states.
Mexican Household Debt Surges as Incomes Fall, Report Finds
Average Mexican debt rose 6.3% to 193,198 pesos in 2025, while incomes fell, according to a new report.
Yucatan Governor Proposes Mega Plan for Merida Metropolitan Area With Federal Support
Governor Joaquin Diaz Mena proposed a comprehensive plan to President Claudia Sheinbaum for water, mobility and security in Merida.
New Cancun Prison Project Still Awaiting Federal Funding, Cost Estimated at Over 2 Billion Pesos
Quintana Roo's new prison in Cancun requires 2-2.5 billion pesos in federal funding as inmate population surges.
Carlos Slim Proposes Eliminating IMSS and ISSSTE Pensions, Extending Retirement Age to 75
Billionaire Carlos Slim suggests overhauling Mexico's pension system by cutting retiree benefits and keeping older adults in the workforce longer.