Whale Shark Season Begins Off Yucatan Coast in El Cuyo and Holbox
Whale sharks and basking sharks arrive at El Cuyo and Holbox, drawing scientists and tourists.
Tourism
Tulum’s Tourism Crisis: Locals Blame Corruption, Overpricing for Visitor Decline
Tulum businesses struggle as international tourism plummets; locals cite corruption, overpricing, and loss of identity.
Cancun Airport Accelerates Installation of 40 E-Gates Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Cancun Airport will install 40 biometric e-gates to speed immigration processing ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Tulum Faces Challenge of Growing Without Losing Its Essence, Hotel Leader Says
David Ortiz Mena says long-term competitiveness depends on sustainability, identity and territorial quality.
Airbnb Listings Surge Intensifies Competition for Vacation Rentals in Riviera Maya
Growing Airbnb listings in Playa del Carmen and Tulum are squeezing occupancy and revenue for vacation rental owners.
Yucatán Strengthens Its Seven Magical Towns Ahead of 2026 National Tianguis
Yucatán launches a plan to boost its seven Magical Towns, preparing for the National Tianguis in November.
Dolphinarium Attendance Drops 10% as Foreign Tourism Slows in Mexican Caribbean
Delphinus reports a 10% annual decline in visitors to dolphinariums in the Mexican Caribbean, citing economic uncertainty and the 2026…
Canaco Chetumal-Tulum Calls on Tourism Businesses to Join ‘La Gran Escapada 2026’
CANACO Chetumal-Tulum invites tourism businesses in southern Quintana Roo to participate in the national program 'La Gran Escapada 2026'.
Cancun Airport Accelerates E-Gate Installation Ahead of World Cup
Cancun Airport installs 20 E-Gates to speed immigration, aiming for under 1 minute per traveler before World Cup.
Tourist Numbers Rise But Spending Falls in Quintana Roo, Data Shows
International arrivals in Quintana Roo rose 11.9% in March 2026, but total spending fell 3.4%, signaling a structural challenge.