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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, and coordinated planning across one of Mexico’s most visited destinations.
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 visitors.
Tulum reshuffles key departments ahead of high season
Tulum’s mayor announced new appointments in key departments, including Civil Protection and Firefighters, to strengthen public services ahead of the high tourist season.
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 Diego Castañón’s ability to contain growing violence in the tourist town.
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 image of Quintana Roo’s top destinations before the winter tourism season.
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, protect Jaguar Park, and ensure that growth benefits local communities.
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 Roo’s strategy with preparations for the 2026 World Cup.
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, tourism, and sustainability under Mayor Diego Castañón and architect Guadalupe Portilla.
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 restore traveler confidence after months of online criticism.
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 beaches, linking public inclusion with the future of Quintana Roo’s tourism economy.
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 model that blurred the line between growth and sustainability.
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 tourism, territory, and community can coexist sustainably.
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 governance and political division threaten the town’s tourism future.
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 months of decline, aiming for a sustainable recovery across the Riviera Maya.
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 announced by the Secretary of Tourism ahead of the high season.
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, public beach access, and community involvement in Quintana Roo.
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, sustainable transport, and shared prosperity for its local community.
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 federal coordination to protect Mexico’s coastal rights.
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 decline, the crisis raises questions about fairness and the future of the Riviera Maya.

















