The Mexicanist Newsletter Serves Hot Tea and Cold Cases
In this week's Mexicanist newsletter, we uncover a Cancun taxi union torture chamber, Accor's resort scandal, a tourist held hostage over a fare, and cartel wars. Plus, a dive into Mexico's best hiking trails, haunted sites, and culinary journeys.
Welcome, dear readers, to this week's edition of The Mexicanist, where we dive headfirst into Mexico's latest news. And oh boy, do we have some delectable chaos for you today.
Cancun, the land of sun, sand, and... sinister torture chambers? Yes, you read that right. The taxi union has taken a hard left turn from haggling over fares to running a full-blown house of horrors, complete with murder charges and a side serving of drug trafficking. It feels like something out of a Quentin Tarantino film, but sadly, this is real life.
Meanwhile, French hotel giant Accor has found itself in a bit of a pickle—actually, more of a gourmet scandal. The luxury resort they were about to open? Seized, with corruption allegations hotter than a plate of enchiladas. And speaking of hot tempers, a taxi driver held a Canadian tourist hostage over a fare dispute. Apparently, the meter wasn't running—just the driver's ransom demands.
But don't despair, we have lighter fare too. Dream of a week-long culinary tour of Mexico with full board? We've got you covered. Want to avoid rental car toll fees without losing your mind? We've got tips for that too. And if you're into spine-chilling adventures, brace yourself for a guide to Mexico's most haunted locations. Ghosts, ghouls, and things that go bump in the night—what more could you ask for?
Whether you're here for brutal cartel showdowns, mysterious Mayan cities, or just some tips on how to avoid paying too much at a toll booth, we've got a little something for everyone. Let’s dive in, shall we?
