Mexico Imposes Fishing Bans on Abalone, Octopus, Langostino and Sharks
Mexico imposes seasonal fishing bans on abalone, langostino, octopus and sharks to protect commercial fish populations.
Economy
Holbox Expects Up to 95% Hotel Occupancy for Fishing Tournament
Holbox expects hotel occupancy to reach 90-95% as the island hosts its sixth annual fishing tournament on Aug. 7-8.
Mexican Avocado Exports to US Jump 35% in Early 2026
Mexican avocado exports to the US grew 35% in the first four months of 2026, led by a strong March…
Cancun Airport Schedules 504 Flights as High Fares Dampen Summer Travel
Cancun International Airport scheduled 504 flights for Aug. 1, down from the 600-plus seen in past summers as high ticket…
Yucatán’s Economy Grows 2.1 Points in First Quarter, INEGI Reports
Yucatán's economy expanded 2.1 percentage points in Q1 2026, ranking seventh nationally, with agriculture leading the gains, INEGI reported.
Workers at Mayakoba Resort Stage Labor Stoppage Over Salary Deductions
Workers at the Mayakoba resort complex in Playa del Carmen halted work Friday, demanding transparency over salary and tip deductions.
Cozumel Thrives as Sports Destination, Keeps 70% Hotel Occupancy
Cozumel is holding hotel occupancy at 70% even in low season, driven by sports tourism events like Ironman and Oceanman.
Profeco Warns Mandatory Tips Could Bring Fines up to 3 Million Pesos
Profeco reminded consumers that tips are voluntary, warning bars, restaurants and cafés of fines up to 3 million pesos for…
Chetumal Back-to-School Expo to Offer Discounts on Supplies
Stationery stores in Chetumal will offer discounts at the Back-to-School Expo on Aug. 15, where filling a supply list can…
Cancun Street Market Vendors See Sales Plunge 60% as Heat and Summer Vacations Bite
Vendors at Cancun's street markets report sales down up to 60% due to heat and summer vacations, forcing many stalls…