Garbage and High Taxi Fares Top Tourist Complaints in Playa del Carmen Survey
A survey by CAPTA reveals garbage, high taxi fares, and aggressive vendors as top complaints among visitors to Playa del…
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Playa del Carmen Joins International Smart Tourism Network
Playa del Carmen has been selected to join the Ibero-American Network of Smart Tourist Destinations.
Thousands of Drivers in Quintana Roo May Have Free Insurance and Not Know It
Many drivers in Quintana Roo may have free liability insurance from the state but don't know how to access it.
Hospiten Cancun and Riviera Maya Sign Health Agreement With Tourism and Business Sector
Hospiten Cancun and Riviera Maya signed a deal to offer preferential medical services to tourism and business leaders.
Cancun and Isla Mujeres Marine Park Struggles Despite Millions in Revenue
Despite collecting over 23 million pesos annually, the Cancun-Isla Mujeres marine park lacks funds for protection and faces illegal tourism.
Mexico Bets on World Cup and Trump Effect to Break Into Top 5 Tourist Destinations
Mexico sees record tourism as Trump policies divert travelers, aiming to become fifth most visited country.
Tourists Cancel Trips in Playa del Carmen Due to Sargassum Mud and Lack of Infrastructure
Tourists are canceling boat tours in Playa del Carmen because sargassum has turned beaches into foul-smelling mud, with no proper…
Small Hotels in Playa del Carmen Hit by Historic Slump, President Says
Small hotels in Playa del Carmen report 35% occupancy, layoffs, and two years of lean times.
Isla Mujeres Beaches Prepare to Raise Blue Flag for Fifth Consecutive Year
Over 2,600 tons of sargassum removed; Playa Centro and Playa Norte aim for Blue Flag certification again.
Whale Shark Season Peaks in Holbox With Over 150 Sightings Daily
July and August mark peak whale shark season in Holbox, with over 150 sightings daily and tours from $180.