Mahahual Business Owners Seek Clarity on Cruise-Funded Improvement Projects
Business owners in Mahahual want more transparency about improvement projects funded by a cruise passenger fee, including the scope, cost,…
Tourism
70 Businesses Close on Playa del Carmen’s Fifth Avenue
High operating costs, insecurity, sargassum, and alleged extortion by officials have forced 70 businesses on Playa del Carmen's Fifth Avenue…
Cozumel-Playa del Carmen Ferry Route Sets Record Passenger Numbers in July
The Cozumel-Playa del Carmen ferry route carried a record 353,715 passengers in July, the busiest month in its recent history.
Cozumel Receives 70% of Cruise Passenger Tax Revenue, Mayor Says
Cozumel receives 70% of cruise passenger tax revenue for tourism and security projects, Mayor José Luis Chacón said.
New ADO Terminal Near Tulum Ruins Scheduled to Open in September
A new ADO bus terminal near Tulum’s archaeological zone is expected to begin operating in September, giving the northern side…
Akumal Community Begins Work on Local Proposal for Federal Sargassum Plan
Residents and business owners in Akumal have been asked to develop a coordinated local proposal showing how Mexico’s newly announced…
Sargassum Collection in Quintana Roo Surpasses 99,000 Tons; Officials Project 130,000 by Year-End
Sargassum collection in Quintana Roo has topped 99,000 tons; officials project 130,000 by year-end.
Mexico Health Secretary Says No Active Cyclosporiasis Outbreak
Mexico's health secretary says 33 cyclosporiasis cases since late May do not constitute an active outbreak.
Cancun Artisan Vendors Face Economic Crisis in Hotel Zone Despite Peak Tourist Season
Artisan vendors in Cancun's hotel zone say the summer tourist influx has not translated into sales, leaving them with mounting…
Foreign Divers Hit With Up to $1,000 Customs Fees for Photo Gear in Mexico
A cave diver warns that customs duties on personal camera gear are driving diving tourists away from Cozumel and the…