More Than 200 Species Thrive in Cancun’s Kabah Park and Ombligo Verde
Cancun's urban nature reserves Kabah Park and Ombligo Verde are home to over 200 species, including protected flora and fauna.
Environment
Mexico to Work With Mahahual Community on New Tourism Limits After Royal Caribbean Project Falls Through
Mexico’s federal government says it will work with residents of Mahahual, Quintana Roo, on a new plan to limit large-scale…
Saharan Dust Reduces Rainfall in Yucatan, Creates Orange Sunsets
A Saharan dust cloud over the Yucatan Peninsula is limiting storm formation and producing vivid orange and red sunsets.
Pressure Mounts on Mexican Senate to Unblock ‘Free Beaches’ Bill After Tulum Access Restrictions
Citizens and politicians demand the Senate vote on a bill guaranteeing free beach access after restrictions at Tulum's Jaguar Park.
Horse-Drawn Carriage Dispute in Cozumel Sparks Conflict Over Pier Access and Animal Welfare
A dispute between carriage operators in Cozumel over pier access and the use of horses has escalated, with one company…
Playa del Carmen Promotes Sargasso Use to Strengthen Livestock Farming
Playa del Carmen officials met with ranchers to promote using sargasso as a sustainable resource for agriculture.
Mexico Tests Sargassum-Based Paving Stones in Quintana Roo
Mexico tests turning sargassum into paving stones for sidewalks and roads in Quintana Roo.
Mexico Opens Dialogue With Vulcan Materials to Resolve Calica Mine Conflict in Quintana Roo
Mexico's government confirms talks with US firm Vulcan Materials to resolve the Calica mine dispute in Quintana Roo.
Environmental Group Files Complaint Over Mangrove Filling and Beach Erosion at Mahahual Development
Grupo Gema del Mayab filed a complaint with Profepa over the Lahun Tiku development, alleging mangrove filling and beach erosion.
Acceso Playa Tecate: An Initiative Promoting Free Access to Mexico’s Beaches
In various tourist destinations across Mexico, free access to beaches, which by law are national public-use assets, has become increasingly…