Community Tourism Project at Cave of the Hanging Serpents Renews Certifications
A Maya women-led cooperative in Kantemo renewed its Moderniza and Punto Limpio certifications with INPI support.
Environment
Free Beach Access Revives Optimism in Tulum, but Residents Warn of Deeper Challenges
Mexico opens Tulum beaches and Jaguar Park for free, but locals cite extortion, high taxi fares, and sargassum as ongoing…
Residents of El Cuyo Defend Historic Beach Access After Private Fencing
Dozens of residents in El Cuyo, Quintana Roo, are mobilizing to prevent the closure of a traditional beach access after…
Sargassum Erosion Threatens Section of Mahahual-Uvero Road in Costa Maya
Tourism operators warn that sargassum-driven erosion has reduced a coastal road to one lane, urging urgent repairs.
Sargassum Crisis Worsens in Quintana Roo, Over 86,000 Tons Collected; Playa del Carmen Hit Hardest
Quintana Roo has collected over 86,000 tons of sargassum in 2026, with Playa del Carmen bearing the brunt of the…
SelvameMX Warns of Environmental Risks From Maya Train Freight Service
Environmental group warns that the Maya Train's freight expansion threatens the Yucatan Peninsula's water supply and cave systems.
Civil Protection Warns Heaviest Rain Season Yet to Come in Cancun
Cancun's Civil Protection warns that the most intense period of the rainy season is still ahead, urging residents to prepare.
Cancún Proposes Mandatory Green Spaces for New Developments
Cancún's Ecology Department is drafting reforms to mandate more green areas in new construction projects.
Quintana Roo Publishes Guide for Emergency Pet Shelters, a National First
Quintana Roo has published a guide for setting up temporary shelters for dogs and cats during disasters, a national first.
New Campaign Adds Another Layer to Dispute Over Chen Zubul and Playa 72
A new Change.org campaign is challenging the public narrative around Chen Zubul, the disputed coastal property in Playa del Carmen’s…