Discover the heartbeat of Playa del Carmen with our comprehensive news coverage. Stay informed about local events, travel insights, and the dynamic culture of this coastal gem. Immerse yourself in the pulse of Playa del Carmen, from community happenings to travel recommendations. Our timely and relevant news updates ensure you're well-equipped to explore and embrace the vibrant energy of this coastal paradise.
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Xcaret's high-stakes adventure park, Xavage, is shutting down due to a significant drop in tourist spending. The 100 million dollar investment failed to attract enough visitors, forcing the company to reevaluate its strategy.
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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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Playa del Carmen battles a sargassum seaweed invasion amid delays in naval operations due to weather and erosion. Manual beach cleanup persists until tides stabilize, offering hope for resuming heavy machinery use against the persistent seaweed menace.
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Playa del Carmen's underbelly exposed: taxi drivers arrested for drug dealing and assault, abandoned train station, child trafficking, and bizarre attacks dominate the news.
Crime
The infamous criminal 'El Malteadas' captured in Playa del Carmen, accused of extortion and tied to organized crime. His ruthless reign of terror, marked by violence, finally ends, bringing hope to victims and highlighting law enforcement's resolve against Mexico's criminal underworld.
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AMLO celebrates the Maya Train's launch in Playa del Carmen, calling it a world-class project. Ticket prices for the route are announced, offering affordable travel. Authorities shut down unlicensed bars in a downtown raid. Playa combats gender violence.
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Playa, get ready for the Mayan Train…and a wild jungle attack? Woman fights off assailant, democracy marches, weddings galore! It’s never boring here.
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Playa del Carmen rocks with Latin music giants Carlos Rivera and Banda MS, electrifying Carnival and the Mayan Train's arrival. But small hotels face insecurity woes, youth battle drug use and construction dreams get shot down.
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Mayhem in paradise! Tourists in a traffic light mishap, a crafts seller's feud turns deadly, a baby mysteriously abandoned, a plane takes nosedive, and restaurants ready to sizzle in 2024. Just another manic Monday in Playa del Carmen.
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Playa del Carmen: Canadians caught with drugs and guns, locals busted for narco fiesta, Navy nabs cocaine, restaurants boom, HIV rates highest in Mexico, water rates fight, Amerimed lab wins top spot.
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Notorious Panamanian gangster 'El Fantasma' sought Riviera Maya dominance, but Playa del Carmen authorities foiled his plot. This alleged hitman and gang leader (linked to 80% of homicides in a Panamanian district!) faces extradition and justice for his reign of terror.
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Playa del Carmen's culinary scene is booming in 2023! Discover the best new restaurants, from French bistros to plant-based cafes and oceanfront seafood spots. Get ready for an unforgettable gastronomic adventure.
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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.
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Playa del Carmen's “Blue Palmas” condos face a legal storm as an eviction drama unfolds. Nightclubs brace for winter, with Coco Bongo reporting a promising 30% reservation rate for New Year's. The Mexican Navy surprises by early removal of the anti-sargassum barrier.
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The Riviera Maya Jazz Festival in Playa del Carmen is a tropical paradise where world-class jazz meets crystal-clear waters. Featuring legendary and rising talents, this free-access festival is a musical fiesta like no other! Don't miss the 2023 edition.
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Playa del Carmen transforms into a global urban art gallery, under the 4.5 km bridge, with the help of local and Colombian artists. The city is also making headlines for its sustainable tourism initiatives. However, security concerns persist, as an attack on the highway raises alarms.