Beach Access, Public Shoreline, and Coastal Rules in Tulum

Tulum travel is facing a serious decline as skyrocketing prices, restricted beach access, and tourist frustration drive visitors to more affordable Mexican destinations like Mérida and Cancún.

July 8, 2025

Sargassum in México has become a yearly crisis, disrupting tourism, harming marine life, and forcing communities to fight back with innovation, resilience, and hope.

July 7, 2025

Tulum officials, led by SEMARNAT, launched a joint strategy to tackle sargassum seaweed influx, targeting sustainable beach cleanup and protecting tourism and fragile coastal ecosystems.

July 7, 2025

Free entry to Parque del Jaguar in Tulum is now available for foreign residents with a valid credential replacing the old residence permit, ensuring access and conservation engagement.

July 1, 2025

Federal court enforces Tulum building demolition of Maiim development over environmental damage, leaving only the developer appealing while authorities remain silent on coastal protection efforts.

July 1, 2025

The Jaguar Park opens its first three businesses this July—two restaurants and a boutique—sparking debate as entrepreneurs grapple with steep rental fees and hopes of strong tourist traffic.

July 1, 2025

Tulum real estate is stealing the spotlight as demand doubles since 2020, outpacing Cancun and Playa del Carmen in Mexico’s coastal property boom and attracting a wave of savvy investors.

June 30, 2025

Foreign residents in Tulum can now obtain a credential for free entry Jaguar Park Tulum, replacing old permits. Learn requirements, process, and benefits to access public beaches with no cost.

June 30, 2025

Explore Tulum history from its humble Mayan roots—92 inhabitants, jungle trails, chicleros and copreros—to its transformation into a boutique paradise that still holds ancestral rituals.

June 29, 2025

Local experts say sargassum seaweed season in Quintana Roo runs April to September, but impacts vary—Tulum leads clean‑up efforts through hotel trust fund and better waste strategy.

June 28, 2025

Beaches free of sargassum in Akumal are the result of strong local coordination and early cleanup efforts that keep the coastline beautiful and tourist-friendly all season long.

June 28, 2025

Tago: a Tulum‑inspired restaurant and bar in Houston’s Midtown offering tropical décor, Latin‑fusion dishes, lively DJs, and handcrafted cocktails in a cenote‑like oasis.

June 26, 2025

Explore the origin of sargassum seaweed, its Atlantic roots, human-driven growth, and how ocean currents bring it to the beaches of Tulum every year.

June 21, 2025

Join the Cielo Mar y Tierra music festival, a free two-day celebration of nature’s harmony. Enjoy live performances, immersive art, and eco-insights June 13-14. Secure your spot now!

June 20, 2025

Discover how 2.5km of Navy-backed Tulum Sargassum Barriers are set to protect beaches and boost coastal tourism. Learn about this major environmental effort today!

June 19, 2025

The truth about jaguars in the Parque del Jaguar in Tulum — are they still wild in the region or only symbolic? Explore their past, their disappearance, and the fight to bring them back.

June 18, 2025

Join the Tulum sargassum cleanup as volunteers remove tons of seaweed, restoring pristine beaches and protecting marine life. See how you can help this vital initiative.

June 17, 2025

Tulum’s sea turtle nesting season drives a major conservation campaign involving locals, hotels, and officials protecting 80 km of beach and raising awareness against poaching.

June 16, 2025

Discover why the Tulum sargassum season won’t disrupt your summer getaway. Experts predict minimal impact on beaches, ensuring sun-soaked vacations go on uninterrupted.

June 15, 2025

Sargassum floods Mexico’s Caribbean beaches, disrupting tourism and ecosystems. Experts warn 2025 may surpass past records, while official responses remain slow and underfunded.

June 14, 2025