Mexico at a glance.
Cancun
Forget frozen margaritas! Cancun's dining scene has exploded, offering innovative flavors & vibrant new restaurants. From beachfront havens with Mayan ingredients to quirky art-filled taquerias, there's something for every tastebud & budget.
Politics
President López Obrador unveils historic social welfare investments, including a substantial increase in senior citizen pensions and aid for disabilities. Aiming at 1.6 trillion pesos for 13.9 million beneficiaries, the administration demonstrates a commitment to inclusivity and economic support.
Jalisco
Melaque's beach day turned into a shark thriller as an uninvited guest crashed the 'Aqua fest.' A tourist met her match, losing a limb, while her pint-sized companion emerged unscathed.
Tulum
Tulum International Airport offers diverse transport options amid concerns about pricing. The President of Amatur, Sergio González Rubiera, assures ongoing efforts to regulate rates for a seamless travel experience.
Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta's Christmas Festival 2023 is set to dazzle with the First Christmas Parade on December 13, featuring 30+ floats. From whale watching to record-breaking tourism, this city is the epitome of festive magic, boasting safety, joy, and economic success.
Politics
AMLO's Morning Conference highlights transformative housing policies with over 1,000 projects nationwide. Significant progress in Sonora and reduced housing backlog.
Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen grapples with tragedy as a 14-year-old succumbs to severe dengue fever. The city successfully weathers the hurricane season, but faces diplomatic tensions over US mining closures.
Business
Mexico's Urban Competitiveness Index 2023 reveals progress in law and safety, but challenges like corruption persist. IMCO's strategies focus on investment, digital governance, efficient cadastres, sustainable water treatment, and safe mobility.
Tulum
Tulum's new “Felipe Carrillo Puerto” International Airport, nestled in the jungle, heralds a sustainable era for the Mayan region. With advanced infrastructure and a green ethos, it promises economic revival, enhanced tourism, and a strategic relief for congested air traffic in the area.
Biodiversity
Date palms, originating in Mesopotamia, thrive in arid regions globally. In Mexico, San Luis Río Colorado leads date cultivation. With rich nutritional value, dates offer economic potential and health benefits.
Politics
Mexico's 4T foreign policy, led by President AMLO, prioritizes regional alliances and global peace efforts. Key roles in CELAC, Pacific Alliance, and proactive engagement with Latin America underscore its commitment. Challenges with the U.S., migration.
Business
Mexico's Fourth Transformation brings a 5.6% drop in poverty, 3% annual GDP growth, and a strengthened peso. Despite challenges like inflation, remittances thrive at 60 billion dollars. Prudent fiscal management keeps the public debt stable at 44%. A remarkable economic turnaround.
Tulum
Tulum soars with the new “Felipe Carrillo Puerto” International Airport, enhancing luxury and aviation. American Airlines introduces direct flights, Carlos Slim advocates longer work hours for higher income, and Vanessa Hudgens secretly ties the knot in Tulum's enchanting embrace.
Acapulco
Acapulco rebounds post-Hurricane Otis: 52 hotels open, rebuilding efforts underway. Structural upgrades mandated for cyclone resilience. Challenges persist in maritime fleet recovery and dengue fever cases. Mariachis seek opportunities beyond as traditions face disruption.
Mazatlan
Mazatlán shines as NASA's chosen site for the 2024 solar eclipse, ensuring global visibility. The city's rapid response saves lives in a yacht incident, while festive lights adorn Plazuela Machado. Mazatlán prioritizes drainage, preserves monuments, and thrives in tourism.
Wellbeing
Mexican lawmakers have approved amendments to combat violence against women, criminalizing third-party violence with up to five years' imprisonment. The law expands the definition of violence to include actions against a woman's children and relatives.