Society
La playa del pueblo reveals what Tulum never said
La playa del pueblo has become a symbol of how Tulum’s community seeks real access, shared space and recognition in a town transformed by rapid tourism growth.
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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Politics
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.
Politics
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.
Society
New routes give public access to beaches inside Parque del Jaguar
Tulum expands public access with new accesos libres a las playas de Tulum, opening two permanent corridors inside Parque del Jaguar for residents, tourists, and artisans.
Society
Residents accuse Sunday charges of violating public access rights in Tulum
Tulum beach access fees have triggered local backlash over legality and fairness in Quintana Roo, with activists urging alternatives that protect conservation and keep public beaches open to all.
Politics
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.
Real Estate
101 Park stands as the new benchmark for living and investing in Tulum
Tulum 101 introduces a new era of sustainable luxury in the Mexican Caribbean, where design, comfort, and nature coexist. 101 Park embodies this vision, redefining modern living in the heart of Tulum.
Riviera Maya Travel
Mexico reopens Tulum public beaches to boost tourism
Mexico’s tourism ministry reopens Tulum public beaches, ending restrictions by Jaguar Park and ensuring free access for visitors while aiming to revive the local economy.
Businesses
Cultural Festivities Lift Tulum’s Hotel Occupancy Above Expectations
Tulum hotels saw a 10–20% rise in occupancy during Mexico’s Day of the Dead holiday, as cultural events and an extended weekend boosted tourism across the Riviera Maya and Quintana Roo.
Businesses
Tulum airport to regain international routes as Quintana Roo expands air links
Tulum will regain air routes this November as Quintana Roo launches a $3.2 million global campaign and plans new connections across its four airports by 2026.
Riviera Maya Travel
Tulum beaches regain natural color as sargassum retreats
Tulum’s beaches are regaining their natural beauty after weeks of sargassum. Cleanup brigades and community efforts have restored the coastline, signaling renewed optimism for tourism in the Riviera Maya.
Politics
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.
Businesses
After a hard year Tulum recovery looks real for many
Tulum recovery is accelerating into the holidays, with officials projecting up to 95% hotel occupancy as beach rules, prices, and community pressures test whether the rebound reaches workers and residents alike.
Art & Culture
Day of the Dead in Tulum unites Maya roots and modern spirit
Day of the Dead in Tulum returns from Oct 30 to Nov 2, blending Janal Pixán rituals, art, and community events that honor Maya ancestry and invite visitors into Mexico’s most soulful celebration.
Environment & Nature
Local Hero Helps Baby Sea Turtles Reach the Ocean in Tulum
A Tulum visitor used a rake to protect endangered sea turtles from hungry birds, highlighting local efforts to safeguard Mexico’s fragile marine life on the beaches of the Riviera Maya.
Politics
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.
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.
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.