El Cuyo Beach Festival Brings Big Crowds, Economic Boost
The final weekend of El Cuyo's Beach Festival drew more visitors and higher spending than the previous week, authorities said.
Economy
Octopus Season Opens as Economic Driver for Yucatan Fishing Sector
Yucatan's octopus fishing season begins Aug. 1, offering the sector's main economic hope amid struggles in grouper and lobster fisheries.
Mérida Airport Surpasses 2 Million Passengers in First Half of 2026
Mérida International Airport has passed 2 million passengers in the first six months of 2026, with ASUR projecting the figure…
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.
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.