Tulum Cenotes, Ruins, and Practical Visitor Guides

Tulum’s rapid tourism growth is polluting its underground water, as overwhelmed sewage systems leak into cenotes and the sea, threatening the Riviera Maya’s ecosystem and economy.

October 25, 2025

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.

October 22, 2025

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.

October 22, 2025

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.

October 21, 2025

From Tulum to Dubai, discover how renting a car in Dubai opens the door to unforgettable adventures across the UAE’s deserts, cities, and coastline.

October 20, 2025

Mexico’s updated Federal Rights Law could double entry fees for foreign visitors at the Tulum archaeological zone, signaling a nationwide shift in how the country funds cultural heritage.

October 20, 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.

October 18, 2025

Mexico’s reform to the Federal Rights Law raises admission prices at INAH museums and archaeological zones, including Tulum and Teotihuacán, sparking debate over access and conservation.

October 18, 2025

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.

October 18, 2025

Passenger traffic to Tulum has dropped by up to 20 percent, according to ADO, as the company shifts strategy with holiday promotions and a growing digital user base in Yucatán.

October 18, 2025

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.

October 16, 2025

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.

October 16, 2025

Gerry Sánchez claims Tulum’s crisis stems from spiritual missteps, sacred spaces opened without closure, replaced rituals, and the energetic consequences of disrespecting a sacred land.

October 16, 2025

Marriott opens Moxy Tulum, its first hotel in the Caribbean and Latin America, bringing bold design and social energy to the Riviera Maya’s hospitality scene.

October 15, 2025

Tulum faces a critical moment with over 560 developments in progress. Real estate leaders call for a total infrastructure reengineering to avoid collapse and preserve the Riviera Maya jewel.

October 15, 2025

Tulum a Caballo 2025 will gather over 600 riders to showcase rural tourism, cenotes, and traditions—reshaping how visitors experience the Riviera Maya beyond its beaches.

October 15, 2025

Tulum’s high prices are dropping ahead of winter 2025. Lodging, food, and transport now offer options for every budget as competition reshapes the Riviera Maya’s most talked-about destination.

October 14, 2025

Mexican photographer Pepe Soho, founder of Mystika Museum in Tulum, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of light, nature, and spiritual healing in the Riviera Maya.

October 11, 2025

Governor Mara Lezama will meet in Mexico City to present the Jaguar Park Project, aiming to protect Tulum’s beaches, ensure public access, and promote sustainable tourism in Quintana Roo.

October 10, 2025

President Claudia Sheinbaum has ordered a federal review of Parque del Jaguar in Tulum following public complaints over high prices and limited beach access.

October 9, 2025