Society
When a Short Ride in Tulum Turns Into a Long Story About Trust and Money
A viral video from Tulum reveals taxi fares that locals say are wildly inflated, sparking debate over tourism, trust, and the hidden costs of paradise.
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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Society
Power and Shadows Close in on Tulum’s Most Influential Taxi Union Leader
Tulum’s taxi union leader Eleazar Sagrero faces renewed arrest and serious charges, sparking protests and political tension in Quintana Roo’s most watched legal battle.
Politics
Tulum Bets on Two New Hospitals to Keep Pace With Its Explosive Growth
Tulum is racing to build two new hospitals as its population surges, aiming to transform healthcare access before the city’s rapid growth pushes its system beyond the breaking point.
Environment & Nature
A Megalodon Tooth Was Found in a Cenote and It’s Changing Prehistoric History
A megalodon tooth discovered in a Mexican cenote reveals new evidence of prehistoric sharks in Quintana Roo, offering insight into the ancient ocean that once covered the Yucatán Peninsula.
Riviera Maya Travel
International Flights Vanish as Tulum Hits Turbulence
Tulum airport international flights are disappearing as major airlines pull routes and infrastructure struggles reveal cracks in the dream of making Tulum a global travel hub.
Society
When the Beach Fights Back Against the Sargassum in Tulum
Sargassum in Tulum has reached record levels, forcing locals to step in as the Navy withdraws. A new cleanup program signals a shift in how this crisis is being fought.
Riviera Maya Travel
When Stones Speak Louder Than Waves in the Mayan Ruins of Mexico
Why the Mayan ruins in Mexico are attracting more global travelers than ever before, with Tulum, Cobá, and Ichkabal becoming the new heartbeat of cultural tourism in the region.
Real Estate
Faena Tulum Launches in Ibiza and Sets a New Standard for Luxury Real Estate in Tulum
The launch of Faena Tulum in Ibiza introduces a visionary take on luxury real estate in Tulum, merging art, ecology, and high design in a globally inspired lifestyle concept.
Politics
Why a Simple Machine Terrifies the Powers Behind Tulum’s Rides
Tulum avoids using taximeters due to profit-driven resistance from unions, creating a power dynamic that fuels tourist scams and unchecked fare inflation.
Society
Tulum Is Bleeding in Silence and No One Seems to Notice
Tulum is bleeding in silence as tourism fades, prices rise, and locals vanish—revealing a paradise that now feels like abandonment more than escape.
Businesses
New Alliances Help Tulum Navigate Shifting Tourism Tides
Discover how resilient women entrepreneurs in Tulum are turning tourism challenges into opportunities, fostering innovation, collaboration, and empowerment within the vibrant local business community.
Riviera Maya Travel
When paradise puts on combat boots the vacation starts to feel like a mission
Tourists flock to Mexico’s Caribbean coast while soldiers patrol the sand, creating a surreal scene where tropical leisure dances uneasily with visible, heavy-handed security.
Politics
Tulum Bleeds in Silence: The Tourism Crisis No One Wants to Fix
Tulum tourism faces its worst crisis in a decade as sargassum, beach access fees, and high prices drive visitors away and leave hotels and Airbnbs nearly empty across the Mexican Caribbean.
Society
Why Tulum Public Beach Access Is Becoming Harder for Locals to Find
Tulum public beach access is increasingly restricted due to private development, unclear regulations, and lack of information, leaving many locals unsure how to reach their own coastline.
Riviera Maya Travel
Tourism in Tulum plunges 40 percent due to rising entrance fees
Tourism in Tulum has dropped 40 percent since the launch of Parque del Jaguar, as rising entrance fees and poor services drive travelers away from one of Mexico’s top beach destinations.
Politics
Aura Musica Fest is Tulum’s new strategy to attract tourists during a slow summer
Tulum’s free music festival Aura Musica Fest is the latest strategy to boost tourism during the low season with live shows, local food, artisans and cultural experiences in mid-August.
Riviera Maya Travel
Bacalar Lagoon emerges as Mexico’s top sargassum-free destination
Skip the crowds and seaweed in Cancun and explore Bacalar Lagoon, Mexico’s serene and vibrant destination with crystal-clear water and culture.
Society
Residents of La Veleta face noise and danger on Tulum’s Calle 7
Tulum nightlife and poor infrastructure are turning Calle 7 into a chaotic and unsafe zone, sparking complaints from locals and raising concerns about the impact of Tulum tourism.
Society
Rescue animals take center stage at Tulum’s biggest pet adoption event
Join the biggest dog adoption event in Tulum this Sunday and discover how to adopt a rescue dog while supporting local shelters and giving animals a second chance.
Society
Tulum launches initiative to combat online threats against children
Tulum officials received training on child protection and online safety, reinforcing digital tools to prevent cyber threats and support youth at risk in the digital space.