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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.
Learn how to avoid police extortion in Mexico with calm, safe strategies from real experiences. Practical advice for travelers and residents navigating encounters in Tulum and across the country.
Tulum Mayor Diego Castañón Trejo urges citizens and visitors to report police extortion, seeking to protect public trust and preserve the town’s tourism image ahead of the December season.
Grupo Centurión prevented a 400,000-peso phone extortion in Quintana Roo, helping a man confirm his family was safe while traveling to Tulum and highlighting new security efforts across the Riviera Maya.
Maya communities in Tulum still lack access to clean water, lighting, and waste collection, exposing persistent inequality despite official claims of inclusion and growing tourism revenue.
Tulum’s hotel leaders say the destination is entering a recovery phase, backed by a new international campaign and plans to strengthen infrastructure ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Governor Mara Lezama traveled to Mexico City to strengthen security and tourism promotion for Tulum, aligning Quintana Roo’s strategy with preparations for the 2026 World Cup.
Tulum will soon deploy its first Tourist Police, a bilingual force trained to strengthen safety and communication with visitors across Quintana Roo’s most iconic travel destination.
Tulum taxi drivers from the Tiburones del Caribe union are training to use AI-powered surveillance cameras connected to the C5, aiming to boost safety and transparency in public transport.
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 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.
Parque Jaguar in Tulum, once a conservation symbol, now faces allegations of fraud, nepotism, and corruption, threatening its mission and public trust in Riviera Maya.
Tulum’s taxi union faces investigation amid reports of abuse, extortion, and inflated fares, contributing to a sharp drop in tourism in the Riviera Maya.
Tulum doesn’t need a rebrand, it needs to honor the promises that made it magical: public beaches, fair prices, transparent rules, and the trust that once made visitors feel at home.
Mexico advances a new law for free beach access in protected areas, driven by Tulum’s mayor and supported nationwide. This could reshape tourism and public rights along the coastline.
Tourists in Tulum allege police demanded a $1,100 bribe during a checkpoint stop. The case triggered backlash, an official investigation, and renewed scrutiny on local law enforcement.
Tulum approved a short-term loan request of 76 million pesos to address falling tourism revenue and rising service demands, raising questions about its financial future and development model.
Tulum saw a 1,200% increase in drug seizures and 55 arrests from July to September 2025, thanks to the Blindaje Tulum strategy aimed at improving safety in the Riviera Maya.
Police abuse in Tulum is alarming residents and tourists, with cases of extortion and arbitrary detentions threatening Quintana Roo’s tourism image and the trust that sustains its economy.
Planning a trip to Tulum in winter 2026? Learn how to stay safe, avoid scams, and enjoy the region’s beauty with confidence thanks to new security, health tips, and travel smart strategies.
