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Tulum’s tourism crisis deepens as beach access is restricted by federal control in Parque del Jaguar, sparking outrage from locals and church leaders over the impact on the town’s future.
Tulum residents demand free access to public beaches and transparency in the Jaguar Park project, calling for inclusive planning and an end to exclusionary development practices.
Tulum is navigating the effects of rapid growth and rising prices, as gentrification reshapes life for locals and prompts reflection on sustainable development in the Riviera Maya.
Tulum’s beaches are now officially free to access, but bans on umbrellas, food, and drinks raise questions about who really benefits from the new “Programa de Acceso Libre.”
Tulum tourism 2025 faced a hard summer, yet locals, officials, and hotels are opening beaches, backing artisans, and rebuilding trust to welcome travelers again across the Riviera Maya and Quintana Roo.
Residents in Tulum’s Tumben Kaa and La Veleta are urging authorities to launch fumigation campaigns as mosquito populations surge, raising fears of dengue during the rainy season.
Tulum doesn’t need a rebrand, it needs to honor the promises that made it magical: public beaches, fair prices, transparent rules, and the trust that once made visitors feel at home.
Tourists in Tulum allege police demanded a $1,100 bribe during a checkpoint stop. The case triggered backlash, an official investigation, and renewed scrutiny on local law enforcement.
Tulum’s beaches are legally public, but as high season nears, residents worry that recent gains like free Sundays and open beach clubs might vanish under tourist demand.
Tulum saw a 1,200% increase in drug seizures and 55 arrests from July to September 2025, thanks to the Blindaje Tulum strategy aimed at improving safety in the Riviera Maya.
Police abuse in Tulum is alarming residents and tourists, with cases of extortion and arbitrary detentions threatening Quintana Roo’s tourism image and the trust that sustains its economy.
Tulum becomes the first city in Mexico and Latin America to equip its firefighters with the advanced Scott Air-Pak XD gear, setting a new benchmark for emergency response in the Riviera Maya.
A massive blackout struck Tulum, Cancún, and much of the Yucatán Peninsula, disrupting power, traffic, and mobile service. The outage was resolved, but questions about the cause remain.
Tulum’s free rabies vaccination drive for pets happens Sunday, Sept 28 at Dos Aguas Park. Protect your pets and help prevent disease. Vaccines are free and open to all residents.
Phones buzzed across Tulum as Mexico launched its first nationwide emergency alert via mobile for the 2025 Earthquake Drill, surprising residents and testing national preparedness.
Calle 8 in Tulum’s La Veleta remains unsafe months after resurfacing. Loose gravel, flooding, and speeding cars have turned the street into a daily risk for locals and visitors alike.
Tulum’s Feria de Adopción con Causa gives rescued dogs and cats a second chance, promoting responsible pet adoption while uniting the Riviera Maya community around compassion.
Tulum’s La Veleta faces planned blackouts as CFE upgrades its power grid. Rapid growth and rising demand challenge infrastructure in one of Mexico’s top tourist destinations.
Tulum’s explosive growth is outpacing basic infrastructure, with over half the urban zone lacking sewage—putting the aquifer and the Riviera Maya’s future at serious risk.
Tulum just opened its first municipal ambulance base, aiming to deliver faster emergency care across the region. A major step for health access in Quintana Roo’s fastest-growing town.
