Make the most of your Cancun adventure. Mexicanist provides reliable news, travel tips, and local happenings to guide your trip.
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Coco Bongo, a nightlife powerhouse in Cancun, Playa del Carmen, and Punta Cana, offers world-class entertainment to global tourists. With 800 staff, partnerships with 80% of local hotels, and shows inspired by pop culture, it caters to diverse age groups.
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Cancun beach execution suspect arrested. Jesús "N", linked to "Skiny" cartel, caught for Oct 2 killing. Hitmen arrived by jet ski, fled after shooting. Part of larger crackdown on organized crime.
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Cancun's hotel sector urges authorities to halt new construction due to overwhelmed public services. With 35,000 of 40,800 rooms straining infrastructure, industry leaders call for a moratorium to update systems.
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Mexico's tourism sector sees major boost with $700M investment from Grupo Xcaret announced at Cancún Travel Mart. Event draws 23 countries, expects $4.9B in deals. Government focuses on sustainable growth, international promotion, and women's leadership in tourism industry.
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Discover Cancun's Day of the Dead shopping: Mercado 23. This local hotspot offers affordable cempasúchil flowers and festive essentials. Located near the city center, it's a one-stop shop for traditional items, food, and more. Don't miss out on this budget-friendly market loved by locals!
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A man was attacked with a machete in Cancun after a dispute over road repairs. The body of another man was found in a cenote in the same city. Despite these tragic events, Cancun and Chetumal have seen a decline in the perception of citizen insecurity due to new security policies.
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Accused child rapist and murderer Gilberto N, 24, escapes Cancun prison. Charged with killing his 2-year-old stepson and injuring another, he fled during heavy rain. Massive manhunt underway. Prison officials removed.
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In Cancun, Mexico, armed men barricaded themselves inside a supermarket after shooting two minors. A massive manhunt ensued, and security forces eventually arrested at least two suspects.
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Cancun hotel robbery leaves police empty-handed. Despite extensive search efforts, authorities have failed to apprehend the suspects who robbed a hotel in the popular tourist destination.
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A 29-year-old woman was arrested in Cancun after attempting to sell her four-year-old son. Authorities rescued the child and placed the woman in custody. The incident has sparked outrage and raised concerns about child exploitation in the region.
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A robbery at a Cancun hotel led to a citywide manhunt. Police closed off the hotel zone, causing traffic chaos. The stolen vehicle was recovered, but the perpetrators remain at large.
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Cancun Park expands its offerings with four new thematic spaces. Visitors can now explore a parkour training ground, a photo gallery showcasing Mexico's diverse landscapes, a museum dedicated to recycling waste, and a historical hall.
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Cancun has beefed up its security with the arrival of 600 Navy marines. These reinforcements, along with additional National Guard troops, will patrol the city's beaches and streets to combat rising crime rates.
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Óscar Melchor "N", alias El 18, alleged leader of a Sinaloa Cartel faction in Cancún, was arrested in Saltillo for qualified homicide. He's accused of dismembering a victim and setting the body on fire in 2021. Meanwhile, Cancún is plagued by violence, with four armed attacks in 24 hours.
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A foreign woman in Cancun, known as "Lady Playa," was caught on video aggressively claiming a public beach as her own. Beachgoers confronted her and demanded proof of ownership, leading to a heated argument.