Apr 17, 2026
Tulum Removes 1,300 Tons of Sargassum Under Logistical Expansion
Tulum municipal authorities and Zofemat have extracted over 1,300 tons of sargassum from local coastlines in 2026 throug...
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The Politics Desk reports on municipal decisions, state budgets, elections, and governance issues that influence daily life and long-term planning in Quintana Roo.
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Apr 15, 2026
Tulum joins Mundial Social for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Tulum secures two new sports fields as part of the federal Mundial Social initiative for the 2026 World Cup....
Apr 15, 2026
Tulum Stakeholders Pivot to Strengthen Destination Appeal
Tulum enters a season of transition in 2026, as the private sector and federal authorities collaborate to refine the vis...
Apr 14, 2026
Tulum Investigates Alleged Fake Construction Permits
Tulum authorities launch a criminal probe into fake construction permits circulating among developers. Four to five susp...
Apr 3, 2026
Tulum Launches Security Deployment of 200 Elements for the Peak Holiday Season
Tulum has deployed a task force of 200 security elements for the 2026 holiday season, a measure designed to manage recor...
Apr 2, 2026
Tulum Integrates 1100 Business Cameras Into Municipal Security Network
The Secretariat of Public Security and Citizen Protection expands Tulum's surveillance grid by integrating 1,100 local b...
Mar 31, 2026
Tulum Launches Massive 2026 Easter Security Operation With Green Angels Deployment
As over 1.2 million visitors converge on the Mexican Caribbean for the 2026 Easter holiday, Tulum and the Ángeles Verdes...
Mar 30, 2026
Tulum launches Safe Easter Week 2026 across tourist zones
Tulum has started its Semana Santa Segura 2026 operation with nearly 200 personnel and 70 vehicles deployed in beaches, ...
Mar 23, 2026
One Year After the Ambush of Tulum’s Security Secretary the Search for Justice Continues
Twelve months after the brutal ambush that claimed the life of José Roberto Rodríguez Bautista in La Veleta, the investi...
Mar 10, 2026
Accounts from travelers point to a troubling pattern in Tulum
Witnesses described an aggressive ATV confrontation near Playa del Pueblo as daily messages from visitors allege abuse, ...
Mar 10, 2026
Troubling Patterns in Tulum: Travelers Share Their Concerns
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Feb 20, 2026
Chinese ambassador tours Parque del Jaguar in Tulum
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Feb 19, 2026
Could Tulum’s new C4 finally curb insecurity across the tourist zone?
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Feb 4, 2026
State mobility officials review taxi and transport projects in Tulum
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Jan 30, 2026
Tulum seeks to fix long-criticized mobility system through coordination
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Jan 29, 2026
Most Tulum Police Complaints Fail Due to Lack of Formal Reports
Tulum authorities say only two police officers were removed after 49 investigations because most complaints were posted ...
Jan 20, 2026
Tulum Authorities Continue Permanent Security Operations Under Blindaje Strategy
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Jan 17, 2026
New gear strengthens firefighter safety and response capacity in Tulum
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Jan 15, 2026
Tulum prepares to host major aerospace event in April 2026
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Jan 15, 2026
Tulum forms municipal council to update its urban development pla
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Jan 14, 2026
Tulum launches early joint plan to address atypical sargassum arrivals
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Jan 9, 2026
Diego Castañón urges ethical policing during security roll call in Tulum
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Dec 22, 2025
Mara Lezama and Fonatur Align Efforts on Tulum Recovery Strategy
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Dec 17, 2025
Tulum invests over 1.3 million pesos in police uniforms to reinforce security strategy
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Dec 10, 2025
Senate advances major overhaul of beach access in Mexico
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Dec 8, 2025
Sheinbaum praises Lezama as public beaches in Tulum reopen without barriers
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Dec 3, 2025
Tulum political event fuels speculation over Morena succession plans
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Dec 1, 2025
Sheinbaum tells Tulum mayor to prioritize planning over beach debate
President Claudia Sheinbaum urges Tulum's mayor to focus on territorial planning, asserting that the beach access debate...
Nov 27, 2025
Mixed signals from Profeco and Diamante K deepen local concern
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Nov 26, 2025
Lawmakers renew push for free beach access in Tulum
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Nov 26, 2025
New traffic rules in Tulum limit heavy vehicles in hotel zone
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Nov 24, 2025
Tulum reinforces public security as holiday season nears
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Nov 19, 2025
Tulum security shows sustained drop in homicides as officials coordinate efforts
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Nov 17, 2025
Officials outline logistics and goals for Tulum Air Show 2026
The Tulum Air Show 2026 will bring aircraft demonstrations, cultural events, and international delegations to Quintana R...
Nov 16, 2025
Tulum Renace aims to reshape tourism rules and beach access
Tulum Renace sets a new framework for tourism management in Quintana Roo, aiming for safer beaches, stronger regulation,...
Nov 13, 2025
Government Confirms Free Beach Access Now Available in Tulum
Tulum opened new public access points to its beaches inside Parque del Jaguar, restoring free entry for residents and vi...
Nov 11, 2025
Tulum reshuffles key departments ahead of high season
Tulum’s mayor announced new appointments in key departments, including Civil Protection and Firefighters, to strengthen ...
Nov 11, 2025
Violence in Tulum raises pressure on local authorities
A new killing inside Rosa Negra restaurant has intensified pressure on Tulum’s government as citizens question Mayor Die...
Nov 6, 2025
Environmental Review Reshapes Plans for Tulum’s New Bypass
Officials clarified that the Tulum Bypass Road project is still underway, now undergoing an environmental and technical ...
Nov 6, 2025
Federal and state push to reopen beaches in Tulum and Cancún
Mexico’s government plans new public beaches in Parque Jaguar Tulum and Cancún, aiming to restore access and improve the...
Nov 3, 2025
Mexico Cancels Tulum Peripherical Road Project After Four Years of Planning
The Mexican government has withdrawn the 972-million-peso Tulum Liberation Front project, ending plans for a bypass aime...
Oct 28, 2025
Mara Lezama leads plan to secure free access to Tulum beaches
Mara Lezama and federal officials unveiled a New Sustainable Tourism Model for Tulum, seeking to preserve beaches, prote...
Oct 27, 2025
Tulum set for global spotlight as Quintana Roo plans ahead for World Cup 2026
Governor Mara Lezama traveled to Mexico City to strengthen security and tourism promotion for Tulum, aligning Quintana R...
Oct 26, 2025
New Urban Development Program of Tulum Aims for Local Balance
Tulum cancels its externally made Urban Development Program and begins a new, locally driven process to align growth, to...
Oct 24, 2025
Tulum launches 62-million-peso campaign to repair global image
The Council for Tourism Promotion of Quintana Roo has launched a 62-million-peso campaign to rebuild Tulum’s image and r...
Oct 23, 2025
Leaders push to secure free access to Tulum’s beaches
Governor Mara Lezama and Tourism Secretary Josefina Rodríguez Zamora lead talks on ensuring free access to Tulum’s beach...
Oct 22, 2025
Lessons from Tulum’s Urban Reckoning for Global Tourism
Tulum faces a tourism and urban crisis rooted in unchecked expansion. The government seeks to correct a development mode...
Oct 22, 2025
Tourism rebound brings optimism for Tulum’s 2025 season
Tulum’s mayor Diego Castañón announced progress in reopening Parque del Jaguar beaches, boosting tourism, and improving ...
Oct 22, 2025
Parque del Jaguar review signals shift in federal tourism policy
Tulum faces a reckoning as overdevelopment and poor planning strain its growth model, forcing Mexico to rethink how tour...
Oct 20, 2025
Rifka Queruel challenges Tulum leadership over planning failures
Tulum syndic Rifka Queruel criticizes Mayor Diego Castañón for excluding her from planning sessions, warning that poor g...
Oct 18, 2025
Mexico launches coordinated plan to revive tourism in Tulum
Mexico’s Tourism Ministry has launched a coordinated plan to restore visitor flow and economic confidence in Tulum after...
Oct 16, 2025
Tulum named top priority in Mexico’s new tourism strategy
Tulum has been declared a top tourism priority by Mexico’s federal government, with weekly visits and a new action plan ...
Oct 16, 2025
New branding, better access, and a Master Plan for Tulum revealed
Tulum advances a new tourism model as Governor Mara Lezama and Secretary Josefina Rodríguez promote sustainable growth, ...
Oct 16, 2025
Tulum for everyone or just the few? The government takes a stand
With over 1.2 million visitors in 2025, Tulum is rethinking its tourism model, focusing on public beach access, sustaina...
Oct 16, 2025
Political tension rises over beach access rights in Tulum
Lawmakers in Quintana Roo reignite the fight for public beach access in Tulum, challenging barriers and calling for fede...
Oct 16, 2025
President Claudia Sheinbaum slams Tulum restrictions on public beaches
Tulum faces backlash over new beach access rules as President Sheinbaum denounces illegal restrictions. With tourism in ...
Oct 15, 2025
Why the federal government is stepping into Tulum’s beach access battle
Tulum’s new beach access rules sparked national backlash. Now, Mexico’s tourism secretary is stepping in to clarify the ...
Oct 15, 2025
What is Tulum doing to win back travelers this winter?
Tulum faces a sharp tourism decline amid rising prices, Airbnb saturation, and negative narratives. Locals and officials...
Oct 14, 2025
Tulum’s tourism future takes shape in high-level strategy meeting
Tulum officials met with Mexico’s tourism secretary to plan a sustainable growth model, focusing on mobility, local incl...
Oct 14, 2025
Diego Castañón postpones weekly conference amid Tulum beach access talks
Tulum’s “Free Beaches” program introduces access rules that have sparked mixed reactions, as Mayor Diego Castañón postpo...
Oct 11, 2025
Diego Castañón Trejo backs human-centered governance in Quintana Roo
Tulum’s mayor Diego Castañón Trejo joined a Morena workshop focused on the “Second Floor” of the Fourth Transformation, ...
Oct 10, 2025
Why does Tulum ignore the answers it already knows?
Tulum’s problems have simple solutions, yet they remain untouched. This editorial explores why common sense has become t...
Oct 10, 2025
Mara Lezama leads a new vision for Tulum’s Jaguar Park and its communities
Governor Mara Lezama will meet in Mexico City to present the Jaguar Park Project, aiming to protect Tulum’s beaches, ens...
Oct 9, 2025
Sheinbaum orders review of Tulum’s Parque del Jaguar over beach access complaints
President Claudia Sheinbaum has ordered a federal review of Parque del Jaguar in Tulum following public complaints over ...
Oct 9, 2025
How Parque Jaguar turned from eco-hope to institutional shame
Parque Jaguar in Tulum, once a conservation symbol, now faces allegations of fraud, nepotism, and corruption, threatenin...
Oct 7, 2025
Is the taxi mafia sabotaging Tulum’s future?
Tulum’s taxi union faces investigation amid reports of abuse, extortion, and inflated fares, contributing to a sha...
Oct 7, 2025
Public beach access in Tulum advances with new government plan
Governor Mara Lezama reaffirms her commitment to public beach access in Tulum, leading coordinated efforts to guarantee ...
Oct 6, 2025
Governor Mara Lezama joins ancient Maya ritual in Tulum celebration
Tulum’s Fiesta de la Cancha Maya brought Governor Mara Lezama and Maya leaders together in a powerful celebration of cul...
Oct 6, 2025
Mara Lezama inaugurates Tulum’s most advanced public school
A new solar-powered public school opened in Tulum’s Aldea neighborhood, aiming to redefine education in Quintana Roo wit...
Oct 5, 2025
The untouchable projects hurting Tulum’s economy
Tulum councilor Eugenio Barbachano warns that poor management of Jaguar Park and federal projects like Tren Maya and the...
Oct 3, 2025
New access law might force changes at Tulum’s controversial Parque del Jaguar
Mexico’s Congress passed a reform to guarantee free public beach access. Tulum leaders praised the move, calling it a vi...
Oct 3, 2025
Mexico approves law for free public beach entry nationwide
Tulum Mayor Diego Castañón led the push behind a new Mexican law that guarantees free and dignified access to beaches, a...
Oct 2, 2025
The gates to paradise reopen on Mexico’s sunlit shores
Mexico approved a reform guaranteeing free access to all beaches and protected areas, following a Tulum-led initiative a...
Oct 1, 2025
Tulum government blames Tren Maya and airport for local budget crisis
Tulum officials blame the Tren Maya, new airport, and Parque del Jaguar for the city’s financial crisis, sparking tensio...
Oct 1, 2025
The fight for public beaches gains ground
Mexico advances a new law for free beach access in protected areas, driven by Tulum’s mayor and supported nationwide. Th...
Oct 1, 2025
When the tourists vanish, who pays the price? Tulum asks for a loan
Tulum approved a short-term loan request of 76 million pesos to address falling tourism revenue and rising service deman...
Oct 1, 2025
Urban order returns to Aldea Zamá as Tulum cracks down on misuse
Tulum’s Traffic Department begins reclaiming public spaces in Aldea Zamá to improve mobility and order, responding to re...
Sep 29, 2025
Mexico moves to guarantee free public access to beaches once a week
A proposed reform could guarantee free access to Mexico’s beaches once a week, challenging rising fees in places l...
Sep 24, 2025
Tulum’s mayor meets Spain’s ambassador to discuss sargassum and tourism strategy
Spain’s ambassador met with Tulum’s mayor to strengthen tourism and tackle sargassum. The diplomatic meeting marks a pot...
Sep 24, 2025
Tulum to open new public beach access for locals and tourists
Tulum will open a new public beach access within weeks, offering locals and tourists free entry, lifeguards, parking, an...
Sep 19, 2025
Supreme Court Rules Tulum’s Public Lighting Tax Unconstitutional
Mexico’s Supreme Court ruled Tulum’s 5% public lighting fee unconstitutional, citing violations of tax equity. The surch...
Sep 17, 2025
Tulum Beach Entrances Face Inspection Amid Access Concerns
Tulum authorities are inspecting 25 public beach access points amid growing concerns about blocked paths and limited ent...
Sep 13, 2025
Can Tulum Keep Its Beaches Public Amid Tourism Pressure?
Tulum’s government and Grupo Mundo Maya unite to ensure public beach access, aiming to protect natural areas like Parque...
Sep 12, 2025
Budget and Beach Access in Focus During Tulum’s Annual Address
Tulum’s government report highlights actions in security, health, and infrastructure, while residents continue to ...
Sep 10, 2025
Maya Voices Take Center Stage in Tulum’s Government Report
Tulum’s first government report highlights community tourism, Maya inclusion, and a new era of transformation under Mayo...
Sep 9, 2025
Behind The Locked Gates of Paradise
Tulum officials are pushing to open free beach access in Jaguar National Park, aiming to benefit locals and tourists ali...
Sep 9, 2025
Tulum’s Drone Delivery Vision Might Take Flight Before Road Repairs
Tulum might soon launch drone deliveries with Farmacias Similares to reduce traffic and pollution, even as its streets s...
Sep 6, 2025
The beaches of Tulum are slowly returning to the hands of the people.
Governor Mara Lezama secures free public beach access in Tulum after protests and talks with Grupo Mundo Maya, marking a...
Sep 4, 2025
Politicians and Military Accused of Sinking Tulum’s Tourism in a Sea of Greed
Tulum National Park faces outrage as tourists and businesses are blocked without dual wristbands, sparking claims of ove...
Sep 2, 2025
Tulum Strengthens Ties With U.S. to Boost Sustainable Tourism
Tulum strengthens its global ties through a strategic meeting with the U.S. Consul General, focusing on sustainable tour...
Sep 2, 2025
Is Tulum Losing Its Soul to Privatization? Locals Say Yes
Tulum residents and officials unite to reclaim public beach access in Quintana Roo, challenging privatization and demand...
Aug 29, 2025
Sunday Access to Tulum’s Jaguar Park Now Free Under New Policy
Starting August 31, 2025, Jaguar Park in Tulum will offer free Sunday entry to all, following pressure from local offici...
Aug 27, 2025
Who Owns the Beach? Tulum Locals Fight Back Against Tourist Fees
Tulum residents are protesting restricted access to public beaches and ruins, blaming the military-managed Parque Jaguar...
Aug 25, 2025
A Fence in the Sand Sparks a War Over Tulum’s Public Lands
Tensions rise over Tulum beach access as locals and leaders demand free entry to Jaguar Park, challenging Grupo Mundo Ma...
Aug 24, 2025
Tulum Firefighters Finally Wear the Uniforms Their Courage Deserves
Tulum firefighters now wear certified gear and receive elite training, marking a bold transformation that sets a nationa...
Aug 22, 2025
The Law That Could Unlock Tulum’s Beaches for the People
A new law could guarantee free beach access in Tulum and beyond, changing how public beach access in Mexico works and re...
Aug 18, 2025
What Happens When Tulum Forgets the Travelers Who Made It Famous
Tulum tourism decline is becoming more visible as high prices push travelers toward cheaper alternatives like Cobá, Baca...
Aug 15, 2025
Sheinbaum Moves to Unlock Tulum’s Ruins for Free Every Sunday
President Sheinbaum plans a decree to allow free Sunday entry to the Tulum archaeological site, aiming to restore public...
Aug 14, 2025
The Uniforms Are Back in Tulum, but This Time They’re Listening
The Guardia Nacional brings a new approach to Tulum security, focusing on trust, presence, and local engagement to make ...
Aug 8, 2025
The Dark Web of Pharmacies Selling Death as a Cure in Mexico
Mexico is facing a growing counterfeit medicine crisis as authorities uncover a vast network of fake pharmacies targetin...
Aug 7, 2025
Tulum Bets on Two New Hospitals to Keep Pace With Its Explosive Growth
Tulum is racing to build two new hospitals as its population surges, aiming to transform healthcare access before the ci...
Aug 7, 2025
The Hands That Keep Tulum Alive Receive a Small Relief
Over 200 food baskets reached women who hold the community together, revealing that in this town, nourishment can be bot...
Aug 5, 2025
Inside the Circle Where Tulum’s Government Finally Learns to Listen
Monthly gatherings between Tulum’s citizens and leaders are redefining local government transparency through direct dial...
Aug 4, 2025
Tulum Balances on the Edge of Chaos With Sand in Its Shoes
Tulum faces sargassum, urban growth and rising safety concerns with bold local actions—from street patrols to drainage p...
Aug 4, 2025
Why a Simple Machine Terrifies the Powers Behind Tulum’s Rides
Tulum avoids using taximeters due to profit-driven resistance from unions, creating a power dynamic that fuels tourist s...
Jul 31, 2025
Tulum Bleeds in Silence: The Tourism Crisis No One Wants to Fix
Tulum tourism faces its worst crisis in a decade as sargassum, beach access fees, and high prices drive visitors away an...
Jul 30, 2025
Tulum is sailing through the biggest storm in decades without a clear destination
Tulum tourism is facing a perfect storm as sargassum covers its beaches, public access fades, and frustrated locals watc...
Jul 29, 2025
Aura Musica Fest is Tulum’s new strategy to attract tourists during a slow summer
Tulum’s free music festival Aura Musica Fest is the latest strategy to boost tourism during the low season with live sho...
Jul 26, 2025
Permanent barrier proposed to stop sargassum seaweed from flooding Tulum beaches
Sargassum seaweed is threatening Tulum’s beaches and tourism economy, prompting local leaders to push for a perman...
Jul 26, 2025
Jaguar Park Tulum brings controversy as locals report decline in beach tourism
Tulum tourism is facing a crisis in summer 2025 as sargassum returns and Jaguar Park restrictions create confusion, lead...
Jul 25, 2025
Local artisan markets in Mexico find new life in Tulum’s economic initiative
Tulum’s new artisan market brings visibility to Maya communities and promotes local artisan markets in Mexico through su...
Jul 25, 2025
Inside the Efforts to Improve Safety in Tulum for Locals and Travelers
Safety in Tulum is under scrutiny as officials push new strategies to reduce crime while tourism grows. Here’s what trav...
Jul 22, 2025
Tulum budget drives economic recovery and public services under Mayor Castañón
Tulum budget under Mayor Diego Castañón boosts tourism, healthcare, and public safety while promoting transparent spendi...
Jul 21, 2025
Thousands of Security Agents Deployed to Protect Summer Travel in Tulum and Riviera Maya
Over 7000 agents have been deployed to ensure a safe summer travel in Cancun and the Riviera Maya as millions of tourist...
Jul 17, 2025
New Tulum traffic rules eliminate towing to restore public trust in police
Tulum halts vehicle towing in a major step for police reform in Mexico aiming to rebuild public trust and stop abusive p...
Jul 16, 2025
Tulum launches full-scale safety operation to support record summer tourism
Tulum travel gets a safety upgrade with Safe Summer Operation 2025, a new initiative to protect tourists and residents d...
Jul 15, 2025
How Tulum’s Weekly Briefings Are Rewriting the Script on Transparent Government
Tulum is setting a new benchmark for transparent government by holding weekly press briefings where all municipal offici...
Jul 15, 2025
Record-breaking sargassum cleanup efforts intensify on Tulum’s beaches in 2025
Tulum sargassum seaweed cleanup reaches record levels in 2025 as the Mexican Navy joins local teams to protect beaches, ...
Jul 14, 2025
Tulum Relies on 35 People to Face the Massive Sargassum Problem
Sargassum in Tulum is overwhelming beaches and yet only 35 workers have been hired to fight it, raising doubts about the...
Jul 14, 2025
Tulum hotels call for free beach access as sargassum threatens tourism
Tulum hotels are urging the government to eliminate beach fees as the sargassum crisis worsens, hoping that free beach a...
Jul 13, 2025
Tulum and Bacalar strengthen tourism in Magical Towns Mexico with cultural partnership
Magical Towns Mexico like Tulum and Bacalar join forces to support rural development, promote Mayan culture, and boost t...
Jul 13, 2025
Public beach access in Tulum takes a major step forward
Tulum tourism is shifting as locals fight for public access to beaches inside Jaguar National Park, marking a new chapte...
Jul 12, 2025
Don’t Blame the Sargassum
Tulum safety is no longer a rumor but a real concern as police corruption, taxi cartels and unchecked prices push touris...
Jul 11, 2025
Tulum Moves Closer to Guaranteeing Free Access to Its Beaches
Tulum officials are supporting free access to Tulum beaches as part of a broader strategy to improve tourism, respond to...
Jul 11, 2025
Tulum invests in sensory therapy for autism with a new inclusive care center
Tulum is building a new facility to expand sensory therapy for autism, offering inclusive services for children with neu...
Jul 11, 2025
Airlines are eyeing Tulum thanks to new cheap flights to Tulum incentives
Tulum International Airport is drawing airlines by cutting costs, making cheap flights to Tulum more accessible for trav...
Jul 11, 2025
Free beach access in Tulum’s Jaguar Park sparks tourism revival
Free beach access in Jaguar Park aims to reverse Tulum’s tourism slump by drawing visitors back to Parque El Jaguar, off...
Jul 10, 2025
Why aren’t measures being taken against sargassum in Tulum despite the growing crisis
Why aren’t measures being taken against sargassum in Tulum? Discover what’s stopping action, how it’s affecting tourism,...
Jul 9, 2025
INAES Collaboration Marks New Era for Tulum Social Economy
Tulum’s new INAES partnership boosts its social economy by integrating rural cooperatives into México Desarrolla, offeri...
Jul 9, 2025
Community engagement drives local change in Tulum as leaders meet face to face
Tulum’s mayor leads monthly face-to-face sessions with local delegates, proving how sustained community engagement foste...
Jul 8, 2025
Security in Tulum is Reinforced as Navy Troops Withdraw
Tulum steps up efforts to improve security in Tulum after the departure of Navy personnel, launching new recruitment and...
Jul 8, 2025
Airlines respond to Tulum International Airport incentives push
Tulum International Airport incentives are extended by three years to lower fees, attract new airline routes, and boost ...
Jul 8, 2025
Tulum public safety takes center stage in new weekly government briefings
Tulum public safety is being redefined with weekly government briefings highlighting arrests, infrastructure projects, a...
Jul 7, 2025
Sargassum Seaweed Influx Prompts New Environmental Strategy
Tulum officials, led by SEMARNAT, launched a joint strategy to tackle sargassum seaweed influx, targeting sustainable be...
Jul 4, 2025
Sedetus Permits Revoked in Tulum After Court Orders Demolition.
Sedetus revokes permits in Tulum after court orders demolition of a project. Read the full details on the decision now. ...
Jul 2, 2025
New Tulum Security Chief Aguilar Rico Takes Office
Edgar Aguilar Rico is named the new Secretario de Seguridad Tulum, enhancing safety in Tulum, Quintana Roo. Learn about ...
Jul 1, 2025
Jaguar Park welcomes two restaurants and a boutique this July
The Jaguar Park opens its first three businesses this July—two restaurants and a boutique—sparking debate as entrepreneu...
Jun 30, 2025
Free entry Jaguar Park Tulum now available for foreign residents
Foreign residents in Tulum can now obtain a credential for free entry Jaguar Park Tulum, replacing old permits. Learn re...
Jun 28, 2025
Legal Win Highlights Tulum Property Rights Protection
Local landowner wins a landmark court victory defending Tulum property rights, regaining his coastal parcel after five y...
Jun 17, 2025
Tulum Earns a Rare Kind of Political Affection Through Infrastructure
Tulum earns a rare kind of political affection by delivering tangible infrastructure improvements—paving roads in Macari...
Jun 14, 2025
Tulum’s 14-Kilometer Aqueduct Project Takes Shape
Tulum plans a new Potable Water Extraction Zone with 24 deep wells and a 14 km aqueduct to meet growing demand while aim...
Jun 10, 2025
Harness Tourism Revenue to Battle Sargassum Invasion
Quintana Roo senator Mayuli Martínez Simón urges allocating 25% of tourism income to tackle massive sargassum influx, ai...
Jun 10, 2025
Tulum Officials Fortify 2025 Hurricane Defenses
Local authorities have intensified emergency protocols and community training to face the 2025 hurricane season, reinfor...
Jun 7, 2025
New equipment strengthens Tulum’s public services
Tulum reinforces its public services with new equipment, honoring workers’ efforts and investing in the future of the co...
Jun 6, 2025
Tulum’s corruption fuels environmentally harmful developments
A court ruling against a luxury project exposes the rising threat of environmentally harmful developments in Tulum, wher...
May 30, 2025
Mara Lezama calls for unity and justice during Tulum’s 17th Anniversary
Tulum celebrates 17 years with a call for unity, transparency, and social justice. Governor Lezama pledges investment in...
May 29, 2025
Tulum celebrates 17 years as a Municipality amid growth and reflection
Tulum marks 17 years as a municipality with civic ceremonies and concerts, while residents and leaders reflect on its gr...
May 29, 2025
Building a Municipality That Honors Its Past
At Tulum’s 17th anniversary, Diego Castañón pledges to advance infrastructure, preserve heritage, and foster community u...
May 27, 2025
Steady Progress on Tulum Coastal Road Rehabilitation
Tulum’s mayor reports significant strides in the coastal road rehabilitation, promising smoother travel, improved safety...
May 23, 2025
Inaction on sargassum threatens Tulum’s economy and ecology
Tulum faces a severe sargassum crisis due to delayed action by SEMAR. Locals demand urgent measures to protect the coast...
May 23, 2025
Coastal Road Paving Advances in Tulum Amid Safety Concerns for Cyclists and Pedestrians
Tulum’s coastal road is being repaved, improving traffic flow—but locals urge authorities to ensure safety for cyclists ...
May 23, 2025
Mayor Leads Push for Safer Tulum Through National Security Strategy
Mayor Diego Cantidad spearheads a municipal security initiative aligning with national efforts to reduce violence in Tul...
May 22, 2025
Tulum Mayor Joins National Security Strategy with Quintana Roo Leaders
Tulum’s mayor Diego Castañón collaborates with Quintana Roo officials and Governor Mara Lezama on a 2024-2030 nati...
May 22, 2025
Residents Clash Over Tulum Beach Access in Jaguar Park
Foreign residents in Tulum protest restricted beach access at Parque Jaguar, sparking debate over public rights and envi...
May 21, 2025
Tulum Council Approves Key Municipal Resolutions
Tulum’s municipal council recently passed significant resolutions addressing urban development and public services...
May 20, 2025
Quintana Roo Intensifies Battle Against Extortion with New Strategies
State authorities bolster anti-extortion initiatives with 66 cases addressed this year, emphasizing collaboration betwee...
Apr 28, 2025
Tulum’s Leadership Launches Coastal Restoration Overhaul
Tulum’s government initiates wide-ranging coastal walk rehabilitation, prioritizing sustainable urban development ...
Apr 24, 2025
Who benefits when beach access is restricted, and who loses?
The Tulum government is implementing new policies to ensure public access to beaches, aiming to balance tourism and comm...
Apr 16, 2025
Tulum Launches 4.9 Million Peso Pothole Repair Initiative
Tulum allocates nearly 5 million pesos to a new pothole repair initiative, aiming to improve city infrastructure through...
Apr 8, 2025
Tulum Mandates Surveillance Cameras for All Businesses
Tulum enforces new regulations requiring businesses to install surveillance cameras, aiming to enhance public safety and...
Mar 28, 2025
Tulum’s New Security Chief to be Named Next Week
The municipality of Tulum will announce its newly appointed Public Safety Secretariat director within the coming week, a...
Mar 25, 2025
Call to Cut Jaguar Park Tulum Fees Grows Louder
Call to cut Jaguar Park fees. ...
Mar 24, 2025
Tulum Honors Late Safety Chief with Eulogy
Tulum officials commemorate former public safety director with posthumous tribute, celebrating his impactful leadership ...
Mar 24, 2025
Vengeance Suspected in Tulum Security Chief’s Brutal Murder
The murder of Tulum’s security chief, José Roberto Rodríguez, is under investigation with vengeance as the leading...
Mar 24, 2025
Tulum’s Security Chief Fatally Shot Amid Cartel Threats
The Secretary of Security in Tulum was killed in a shooting, following reported threats from the CJNG cartel in 2023. Th...
Mar 22, 2025
Tulum Security Chief Fatally Injured in Attack
The Secretary of Security in Tulum, Roberto Rodriguez, has died following a deadly attack, sparking concern over safety ...
Mar 5, 2025
New Specialized Police Unit Aims to Protect Tulum’s Tourists
Tulum introduces the Executive Police, a specialized unit dedicated to enhancing tourist safety and reinforcing the comm...
Mar 5, 2025
Tulum Approves 400 Golf Carts Amid Traffic Innovation Push
Tulum authorizes 400 golf carts to alleviate congestion and promote eco-friendly transport, sparking debates on sustaina...