Reporting on permits, construction, regulation, and major development decisions shaping Tulum’s urban growth and investment climate.
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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.
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.
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.
Tulum’s tourism dropped to 30% this summer as poor infrastructure, legal chaos, and unchecked growth exposed a hidden crisis. Developers warn the dream may be collapsing.
Tulum hosted a landmark forum on community tourism, spotlighting the Maya Ka’an model and its role in shaping Mexico’s tourism reform agenda for sustainability and local empowerment.
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.
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.
Tulum’s beach restrictions are sparking debate as officials clarify that rules on food, chairs, and umbrellas come from Conanp, not the local government. Here’s what’s really allowed.
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.
Mayan communities in Quintana Roo have filed a copyright complaint to halt the unauthorized use of their cultural heritage in the Maya Ka’an tourism project.
Roberto Palazuelos is fighting for land inside Tulum National Park amid the town’s worst tourism slump, sparking outrage over rising prices and unchecked development in the Riviera Maya.
Tulum is entering a new phase of strategic development as tourism and real estate leaders focus on infrastructure, accessibility, and sustainable growth across the Riviera Maya.
Tulum’s “Free Beaches” program introduces access rules that have sparked mixed reactions, as Mayor Diego Castañón postpones his weekly conference amid ongoing local conversations.
Despite the low season, construction in Tulum surges with new developments like Plaza Las Américas, La Comer, and a rise in gas stations — reshaping the Riviera Maya’s fastest-growing town.
Tulum has launched a crackdown on dangerous utility poles and wiring, pressuring CFE and telecom companies to act as rapid urban growth raises new safety concerns across the Riviera Maya.
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 mayor Diego Castañón Trejo joined a Morena workshop focused on the “Second Floor” of the Fourth Transformation, aiming to strengthen human-centered governance in Quintana Roo.
Governor Mara Lezama reaffirms her commitment to public beach access in Tulum, leading coordinated efforts to guarantee free, safe, and sustainable entry for residents and visitors in Quintana Roo.
Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve in Quintana Roo received a global award for its unique model of sustainable tourism, blending local leadership with nature conservation.
Tulum hotels cautiously support Mexico’s new beach access law, but call for shared responsibility as infrastructure, regulation, and visitor experience all hang in the balance.
