Isla Mujeres, Quintana Roo — Playa Norte and Playa Centro have been awarded Blue Flag certification for the fifth consecutive year, recognizing the beaches’ high environmental and service standards.
Mayor Atena Gomez Ricalde announced the achievement, attributing it to the municipality’s ongoing efforts to keep the beaches clean, safe, and free of sargassum seaweed. The Blue Flag is an international eco-label awarded to beaches that meet strict criteria for water quality, environmental education, safety, and services.
“This is the result of the hard work by the Federal Maritime Terrestrial Zone (ZOFEMAT) team, who maintain the beaches in optimal condition and comply with the 33 criteria evaluated by the Blue Flag program,” Gomez Ricalde said.
As part of these efforts, the municipality has removed more than 2,600 metric tons of sargassum from its beaches so far this year, preserving the coastline for residents and tourists.
“This international recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to protecting natural resources, promoting sustainable tourism, and consolidating Isla Mujeres as a destination of excellence,” the mayor added.
In a separate initiative, the municipality held a new edition of the “Magia en Punta Sur” cultural program, featuring a performance by the folk dance group Raíces Nuevas, which showcased traditional dances from Sinaloa. The event aims to strengthen the island’s cultural offerings and enrich the experience for both locals and visitors.
