Playa del Carmen Faces Record Sargasso Season as Mayor’s Comments Draw Criticism
Playa del Carmen battles record sargasso as mayor claims seaweed turns to sand, contradicting scientists.
Riviera Maya
Only 0.5% of Sargassum Used by Local Entrepreneurs in Quintana Roo
Small businesses can only process about 5 tons of the seaweed, experts say.
Mexican Caribbean’s Top 10 Beaches
Mexican Caribbean — The Mexican Caribbean is home to some of the world’s most stunning...
Second Edition of Los +Ecoístas México Awards Celebrates Sustainability Leaders
Piñero honored companies, artisans, and advocates turning sustainability into tangible impact in Quintana Roo.
Uruguay National Team to Arrive in Riviera Maya on June 9 for World Cup Base Camp
Uruguay's national soccer team will arrive June 9 in Riviera Maya to set up its World Cup base camp.
Hotel Reservations Plummet in Riviera Maya Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Hotel occupancy in Playa del Carmen drops from 90% to 50% as high costs, visa issues and sargassum deter tourists.
Saving Our Sharks Drives Conservation and Ecotourism in Mexico’s Caribbean
The foundation helps fishing communities transition to ecotourism, protecting sharks and marine ecosystems.
Uruguay Confirmed as Only World Cup Team to Set Up Camp in Riviera Maya
Uruguay will be the only World Cup team based in Riviera Maya after Portugal moved its camp to Miami.
World Cup Looms Over Mexico as Tourism Hopes Clash With Protests and Security Fears
With 18 days until the FIFA World Cup, Mexico's tourism sector faces both opportunity and risk from protests and insecurity.
More Sea Turtles Arrive to Nest on Xpu-Há Beaches
Xpu-Há leads sea turtle nesting in the region with 15 loggerhead nests so far this season.