Power Cuts Put Playa del Carmen’s Grid Under Pressure
A series of blackouts and power fluctuations has disrupted daily life across Playa del Carmen this week, affecting residential neighborhoods,…
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Fishermen in Playa del Carmen Say Sargasso Collection for Commercial Use Is Not Viable
Tourism operators and fishermen in Playa del Carmen say collecting sargasso for profit is not feasible without specialized equipment.
Airline Seat Crisis Hits Hotel Occupancy in Mexico’s Riviera Maya
Hotel occupancy in Cancun and nearby resorts falls to 65% as Spirit Airlines' troubles and Magnicharters' cuts reduce air connectivity.
Restaurant Crisis Deepens in Quintana Roo as Mother’s Day Fails to Boost Sales
Restaurant owners in Quintana Roo report severe sales drops, rising costs, and dwindling tourism.
Foreign Tourist Drowns in Pool at Xcaret Resort in Riviera Maya
A foreign tourist drowned in a pool at the Xcaret hotel complex in Riviera Maya, prompting an investigation.
Activists File Complaint Against Paradisus Meliá Hotel in Playa del Carmen for Alleged Mangrove Damage
Environmental activists denounce Paradisus Meliá for allegedly damaging mangroves and occupying federal coastal zone in Playa del Carmen.
Festival de Trova del Caribe 2026 Opens in Tulum With Fernando Delgadillo
The Caribbean Trova Festival 2026 launched in Tulum, drawing hundreds to a night of music and culture.
Court Orders Profepa to Disclose Tren Maya Section 5 Inspection Records
A federal court rejected Profepa's appeal to withhold inspection records for Tren Maya Section 5, ordering transparency.
Xcaret Hosts Stars at the Platino Awards
The 13th Platino Awards began in Xcaret, honoring Ibero-American film and TV with 21 technical awards.
Tulum Ramps Up Sea Turtle Protection as Nesting Season Begins
Tulum officials are strengthening conservation efforts for sea turtles as the 2026 nesting season begins.