Dive into Cancun! Your hub for articles covering everything from all-inclusive resorts and stunning beaches to Mayan ruins excursions & local culture.
Sand in My Stocking
"I've always believed life looks better with a filter—Valencia for brunch, Juno for heavy snowfall, Clarendon for anything involving biscuit-colored cashmere. My feed is a masterclass in controlled elegance, a testament to the fundamental principle that chaos is preventable"
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Mexican authorities are tackling crime and sargassum, the Cancun airport is packed with tourists, lucha libre is rocking Isla Mujeres, and an ancient Mayan town is getting a cultural facelift.
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Mexicanist dispatch: seaweed’s now a “fish,” crocs Airbnb the suburbs, free drinks where sargassum scares tourists, plus wrestling kids, tax-break hammocks and taco-flavored tennis.
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This Cancun newsletter covers summer tourism booms, a Superman-themed plane, new bus routes to ancient ruins, massive security operations, bizarre local crimes like gym phone theft and a child support conviction, environmental efforts, and current weather warnings.
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Despite its reputation as a paradise, Cancun and its surrounding natural areas harbor potentially deadly venomous snakes, spiders, and marine life that tourists should be aware of and take precautions against.
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Beyond the typical beaches and bars, Cancun hides a bizarre and fascinating collection of attractions, from an underwater museum filled with sunken statues and eerie cave cenotes to vibrant pink lakes, iguana-infested ruins, and even a leaning lighthouse.
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Once a perceived budget paradise, Cancun's cost of living, fueled by tourism and increasing demand, is rapidly rising, making it a far less affordable option for long-term residents in 2025.
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Flagship 8.8km crossing reaches 76% completion, promising to alleviate chronic congestion and enhance access to vital Hotel Zone.
Quintana Roo
Severe winds closed Quintana Roo ports (Cancun, Cozumel) for 5 days, causing a US$1.5mn loss to the nautical sector and halting 4,800 vessels. Ports partially reopened, but more restrictions feared.
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Cancun ramps up daily cleaning of its 7 Blue Flag beaches for Holy Week tourists. Mayor ordered pristine conditions, tackling sargassum and trash. Officials urge visitors to follow rules and keep shores clean.
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Cyber crooks use "Prilex" malware to hack POS terminals, cloning cards and bypassing PINs. Businesses warned! Meanwhile, Mexico targets Canadian tourists cancelling US trips amid tensions.
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Cancun's famed turquoise waters face threat from underground pollution (garbage, sewage) seeping into cenotes and lagoons. This endangers beaches and water supply.