American Tourist Sparks Backlash After Criticizing Playa del Carmen Vendors for Speaking Spanish
A U.S. tourist faced criticism after telling vendors in Playa del Carmen to learn English to sell better to tourists.
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A U.S. tourist faced criticism after telling vendors in Playa del Carmen to learn English to sell better to tourists.
Cancún's Spring Break tourism has fallen 90% from its peak, with only 27,000 students expected in 2026.
Shark tourism offers sustainable economic alternative for fishing communities in Quintana Roo.
The Mexican Caribbean is the special guest at ANATO 2026, Colombia's premier tourism trade show.
Fairmont Mayakoba launches immersive art installation featuring Riviera Maya artists for its 20th anniversary.
Playa del Carmen will host the second Dog Beach Fest on March 14, 2026, featuring adoption events and family activities.
Business leaders in the Riviera Maya say tourism remains unaffected by recent violence and isolated incidents in Quintana Roo.
Tourism in Quintana Roo continues normally despite security alerts from multiple countries following cartel violence.
Mayor Estefanía Mercado says 452 police units are deployed after vehicles were set on fire.
A new sargassum influx in Playa del Carmen brings the year's total to 2,000 tons, raising concerns for the upcoming…
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