Politics
How Parque Jaguar turned from eco-hope to institutional shame
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.
Transportation in Tulum: Taxi, Bus, Transfers, and Mobility
Taxi fares, buses, transfers, road changes, mobility updates, and practical transport guidance for Tulum.
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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.
Sin categoría
Tulum coral bleaching threatens shallow reefs and local tourism
Tulum coral bleaching is spreading across shallow reefs in the Riviera Maya, with divers reporting rapid damage tied to wastewater and careless tourism, a threat to Quintana Roo livelihoods and Mexico tourism.
Society
Tulum finds its balance as prices soften and community leads recovery
Tulum tourism 2025 faced a hard summer, yet locals, officials, and hotels are opening beaches, backing artisans, and rebuilding trust to welcome travelers again across the Riviera Maya and Quintana Roo.
Politics
Public beach access in Tulum advances with new government plan
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.
Businesses
Tulum hoteliers back free public access but warn of infrastructure burdens
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.
Politics
The untouchable projects hurting Tulum’s economy
Tulum councilor Eugenio Barbachano warns that poor management of Jaguar Park and federal projects like Tren Maya and the airport are crippling local tourism and visitor numbers.
Society
The Tulum We Deserve
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.
Politics
New access law might force changes at Tulum’s controversial Parque del Jaguar
Mexico’s Congress passed a reform to guarantee free public beach access. Tulum leaders praised the move, calling it a vital step for equality, tourism, and environmental justice.
Riviera Maya Travel
Inside the collapse of Tulum’s eco-park dream
Parque del Jaguar in Tulum faces a tourism and labor crisis as Mundo Maya begins layoffs. Deserted facilities, privatized beaches, and worker protests raise urgent questions for Quintana Roo.
Mayan Train
The silence inside Tulum’s Tren Maya terminal tells its own story
A year after opening, the Tren Maya central station in Tulum sits mostly empty, with only two shops active out of nearly twenty, raising questions about its role in Quintana Roo’s tourism growth.
Society
Police accused of extorting tourists in Tulum as SSPyPC opens investigation
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.
Politics
When the tourists vanish, who pays the price? Tulum asks for a loan
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.
Politics
Urban order returns to Aldea Zamá as Tulum cracks down on misuse
Tulum’s Traffic Department begins reclaiming public spaces in Aldea Zamá to improve mobility and order, responding to resident complaints and setting the tone for citywide enforcement.
Society
Will Tulum learn from past mistakes as a new high season begins?
Tulum’s beaches are legally public, but as high season nears, residents worry that recent gains like free Sundays and open beach clubs might vanish under tourist demand.
Environment & Nature
What to know about Tulum’s hurricane season
Tulum’s hurricane season runs from June to November, peaking between August and October. Residents and visitors must stay informed and ready as storms can hit early—or late.
Riviera Maya Travel
Full list of Tulum hotels now offering free beach access in 2025
Over a dozen Tulum hotels and beach clubs have removed cover fees and minimum consumption rules in a joint move to make the Riviera Maya’s beaches more accessible and inclusive.
Riviera Maya Travel
Tulum presents cultural and wellness tourism at IFTM Paris
Tulum marked World Tourism Day by showcasing its cultural and wellness appeal at Paris’ IFTM Top Resa 2025, forging new European travel alliances to expand its global reach.
Society
Firefighters in Tulum receive world-class breathing equipment
Tulum becomes the first city in Mexico and Latin America to equip its firefighters with the advanced Scott Air-Pak XD gear, setting a new benchmark for emergency response in the Riviera Maya.