Businesses
Tulum’s tourism dream runs into physical limits
Tulum faces mounting pressure to fix beach access and infrastructure as tourism leaders call for urgent action. Officials agree: the experience must match the destination’s reputation.
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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Riviera Maya Travel
Ticket sales to Tulum dip 20 percent, ADO shifts strategy for holidays
Passenger traffic to Tulum has dropped by up to 20 percent, according to ADO, as the company shifts strategy with holiday promotions and a growing digital user base in Yucatán.
Society
Tulum taxi union proposes fare cuts amid abuse allegations
The Tulum taxi union has proposed a fare cut for locals, aiming to restore trust after years of pricing abuse. Will it be enough to fix the system and stop the decline in tourism?
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
Will Tulum’s beaches ever be free again?
Tulum’s tourism crisis pushes federal action, with protests over high access fees at Jaguar Park and a surprise FIFA 2026 announcement putting the spotlight back on Quintana Roo.
Politics
Tulum named top priority in Mexico’s new tourism strategy
Tulum has been declared a top tourism priority by Mexico’s federal government, with weekly visits and a new action plan announced by the Secretary of Tourism ahead of the high season.
Politics
New branding, better access, and a Master Plan for Tulum revealed
Tulum advances a new tourism model as Governor Mara Lezama and Secretary Josefina Rodríguez promote sustainable growth, public beach access, and community involvement in Quintana Roo.
Politics
Tulum for everyone or just the few? The government takes a stand
With over 1.2 million visitors in 2025, Tulum is rethinking its tourism model, focusing on public beach access, sustainable transport, and shared prosperity for its local community.
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
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.
Lifestyle
The spiritual laws Gerry Sánchez says Tulum ignored
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.
Politics
Why the federal government is stepping into Tulum’s beach access battle
Tulum’s new beach access rules sparked national backlash. Now, Mexico’s tourism secretary is stepping in to clarify the law and restore public access to Riviera Maya’s iconic shores.
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.
Riviera Maya Travel
Tulum doesn’t just need a new plan, it needs to be loved, not just visited
Tulum still holds its tourism appeal despite urban decay and lost beach access. Experts urge sustainable development plans to revive the wounded paradise.
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.
Real Estate
Over 560 developments in Tulum raise concerns about sustainability
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.
Politics
What is Tulum doing to win back travelers this winter?
Tulum faces a sharp tourism decline amid rising prices, Airbnb saturation, and negative narratives. Locals and officials respond with recovery plans and winter promotions to revive the destination.
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
Maya communities in Quintana Roo fight unauthorized use of cultural heritage
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.
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.