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.
Tulum Restaurants, Beach Clubs, and Nightlife Guide
Food, dining, beach clubs, and nightlife coverage for visitors looking for practical choices, current openings, and the mood of Tulum after dark.
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Riviera Maya Travel
Can Tulum survive its own myth of paradise?
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.
Art & Culture
Zamna Festival 2026 brings David Guetta back to Tulum jungle stage
Zamna Festival 2026 returns to Tulum with David Guetta, electrifying the Riviera Maya and raising new questions about tourism, impact, and the future of Mexico’s music capital.
Riviera Maya Travel
Flights to Tulum and Cancún in talks as Quintana Roo boosts tourism
Tulum is negotiating new airline routes to reconnect with Colombia and expand flights to Cancún, aiming to boost tourism and promote a more diverse travel experience in the Mexican Caribbean.
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.
Society
What you can really bring to Tulum beaches according to CONANP
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.
Gastronomy
A taste of Mexico’s soul with Chef Please’s new private dining experience
Chef Please by Vacaanda redefines Mexican hospitality with luxury private dining in Tulum and Playa del Carmen, offering tailor-made experiences led by top chefs and rooted in local culture.
Riviera Maya Travel
New Moxy hotel in Tulum fuses bold design and bohemian energy
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.
Riviera Maya Travel
Can Tulum become a new model for sustainable tourism?
Tulum’s hotel occupancy dropped 17.5 points this October, exposing cracks in Mexico’s tourism model. Locals warn: this isn’t a blip, it’s a wake-up call.
Art & Culture
Horseback cavalcade returns to Tulum with over 600 riders expected
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.
Businesses
When luxury bites the hand that fed it
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.
Riviera Maya Travel
Tulum no longer just for the rich? Winter 2025 could surprise you
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.
Riviera Maya Travel
Tulum reopens stronger than ever with clear skies, clean beaches, and better prices
Tulum’s beaches are clean and turquoise again as the 2025 sargassum season ends. Visitors can enjoy calm seas, restored sands, and lower prices across the Riviera Maya.
Society
Can Tulum grow without pushing locals out?
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.
Society
You can enter the beach in Tulum, just don’t act like you belong
Tulum’s beaches are now officially free to access, but bans on umbrellas, food, and drinks raise questions about who really benefits from the new “Programa de Acceso Libre.”
Politics
Why does Tulum ignore the answers it already knows?
Tulum’s problems have simple solutions, yet they remain untouched. This editorial explores why common sense has become the rarest thing in paradise and who benefits from its absence.
Politics
Mara Lezama leads a new vision for Tulum’s Jaguar Park and its communities
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.
Businesses
Mexican tourism leaders deny crisis in Tulum despite viral videos
Tourism officials deny a crisis in Tulum, pointing to seasonal lows and ongoing plans to improve infrastructure, service, and public beach access in the Riviera Maya’s fastest-growing town.
Riviera Maya Travel
How Tulum is resetting itself without losing its heart
Tulum is back, with clearer beaches, lower prices, and a renewed local spirit. Discover why fall 2025 might be the best time to visit this Caribbean gem in transformation.