Playa del Carmen Braces for Up to 60,000 Tons of Sargassum, Double Last Year’s Volume
Playa del Carmen could see 50,000 to 60,000 tons of sargassum this season, double 2025's amount, officials say.
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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.
Cancún’s Spring Break Tourism Declines Sharply From Peak Years
Cancún's Spring Break tourism has fallen 90% from its peak, with only 27,000 students expected in 2026.
Shark Tourism Emerges as Economic Alternative for Mexican Caribbean Fishing Communities
Shark tourism offers sustainable economic alternative for fishing communities in Quintana Roo.
Mexican Caribbean Takes Spotlight as Guest of Honor at ANATO 2026 Tourism Fair in Colombia
The Mexican Caribbean is the special guest at ANATO 2026, Colombia's premier tourism trade show.
Fairmont Mayakoba Unveils ‘Past, Present and Paradise’ Art Installation for 20th Anniversary
Fairmont Mayakoba launches immersive art installation featuring Riviera Maya artists for its 20th anniversary.
Playa del Carmen to Host Dog Beach Fest 2026 Promoting Pet Adoption and Family Fun
Playa del Carmen will host the second Dog Beach Fest on March 14, 2026, featuring adoption events and family activities.
Riviera Maya Business Leaders Say Tourism Unaffected by Recent Violence
Business leaders in the Riviera Maya say tourism remains unaffected by recent violence and isolated incidents in Quintana Roo.
Mexican Caribbean Tourism Operates Normally Despite International Security Alerts
Tourism in Quintana Roo continues normally despite security alerts from multiple countries following cartel violence.
Playa del Carmen Mayor Reports No Overnight Violence Following Vehicle Burnings
Mayor Estefanía Mercado says 452 police units are deployed after vehicles were set on fire.