Politics
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.
Beach Access, Public Shoreline, and Coastal Rules in Tulum
Coverage of public beach access, coastal restrictions, closures, and the balance between tourism and public space.
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348 stories · Page 5 of 18
Politics
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 services as the city prepares for a strong 2025–2026 season.
Politics
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.
Businesses
Tulum unveils strategy to relaunch its brand ahead of World Cup 2026
Quintana Roo launches an integrated plan to relaunch the Tulum brand and position the Mexican Caribbean as a key player during the FIFA World Cup 2026, blending global visibility with local inclusion.
Businesses
Tulum’s cultural tourism falters under new management system
Tulum’s tourism decline highlights the tension between conservation and accessibility as new management fees at Parque del Jaguar deter visitors and disrupt the Riviera Maya’s cultural economy.
Society
Playas Libres movement gains traction in Quintana Roo
Local leaders and the Playas Libres movement press authorities in Tulum to guarantee free beach access, as federal officials prepare possible announcements on the issue in Quintana Roo.
Politics
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.
Riviera Maya Travel
Tulum International Airport drops out of Mexico’s top ten
Tulum International Airport fell out of Mexico’s top ten for foreign arrivals in August as hotel occupancy slid and social media showed empty beaches, raising questions about prices, transport, and beach access.
Society
The invisible hurricane behind Tulum’s decline
Tulum faces its own storm, not of wind but of reputation. As tourism declines, the town must learn from Cancún’s Wilma recovery to rebuild unity, credibility, and sustainable growth.
Real Estate
SEMARNAT denies environmental approval for Paraíso hotel in Tulum
Semarnat denies authorization for Paraíso hotel in Tulum, citing environmental concerns within the National Park, exposing the legal uncertainty of tourism projects in protected areas.
Businesses
Tulum projects 90 percent hotel occupancy to close 2025
Tourism in Tulum remains strong as officials project 90% occupancy to end 2025, despite sargassum and what Mayor Diego Castañón calls a “media crisis” challenging the destination’s reputation.
Politics
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.
Businesses
Tulum’s tourism dream runs into physical limits
Tulum faces mounting pressure to fix beach access and infrastructure as tourism leaders call for urgent action. Officials agree: the experience must match the destination’s reputation.
Environment & Nature
What happens when no one watches the nests?
Tulum’s turtle nesting season is under threat from roaming dogs and rising pollution. Conservationists urge action to protect endangered species along the Riviera Maya’s coastline.
Society
Crisis in Tulum? The truth behind the viral video
Despite viral claims of a tourism crisis in Tulum, data reveals stable occupancy and strong arrivals, suggesting a manufactured narrative driven by politics, not reality.
Politics
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.
Politics
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.
Politics
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.
Politics
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.
Politics
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 law and restore public access to Riviera Maya’s iconic shores.