Tulum confirms Pueblo Mágico status as renewal process advances
Tulum moves through the Pueblo Mágico renewal process after federal updates, confirming its designation and outlining plans to strengthen cultural identity and tourism strategy.
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Tulum moves through the Pueblo Mágico renewal process after federal updates, confirming its designation and outlining plans to strengthen cultural identity and tourism strategy.
The Festival Gastronómico Mexicano will bring regional dishes, music, and cultural traditions to Tulum in a three day event aimed at strengthening community ties and supporting local producers.
A new killing inside Rosa Negra restaurant has intensified pressure on Tulum’s government as citizens question Mayor Diego Castañón’s ability to contain growing violence in the tourist town.
Tulum hosted the 2025 Pizza & Pasta Fest, a weekend of Italian cuisine, local ingredients, and live music that highlighted the Riviera Maya’s creativity and growing culinary scene.
Tulum authorities will intensify inspections during the 2025–2026 holiday season to prevent clandestine parties and ensure safety across the Riviera Maya.
Tulum faces an economic recession as foreign visitor numbers fall sharply, forcing iconic businesses to close and halting construction projects across Quintana Roo.
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.
At ARCA Tulum’s Jungle Series, top chefs from Mexico’s acclaimed restaurants came together to create an unforgettable dining experience that highlights the evolution of Mexican gastronomy.
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.
The Day of the Dead in the Riviera Maya blends Maya spirituality and modern tradition, inviting travelers to witness Janal Pixan, a living celebration of food, faith, and remembrance.
Tulum’s hospitality sector faces mounting costs and weaker demand. Business leaders say unity, not division, will be key to restoring growth and keeping Tulum’s tourism strong.
César Castañeda chef represents a new model of leadership in Mexico’s hospitality industry, blending local culture, sustainability, and empathy across Minor Hotels’ culinary operations.
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.
Tourism in Mexico faces new fiscal hurdles as business leaders urge the government to replace rising taxes with investment incentives to keep the country competitive in global travel markets.
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.
Tulum’s hotel sector remains optimistic as high season approaches, with leaders confident that
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.
Tulum celebrates the Janal Pixan Festival, a Maya tradition where the living and the dead reunite through food, rituals, and remembrance across the Riviera Maya this Día de Muertos.
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.
The Tulum Half Marathon will take place on December 7 with 5, 10, and 21-kilometer races and a family walk, aiming to attract over 2,500 participants and strengthen community spirit in Tulum.