Politics
Lessons from Tulum’s Urban Reckoning for Global Tourism
Tulum faces a tourism and urban crisis rooted in unchecked expansion. The government seeks to correct a development model that blurred the line between growth and sustainability.
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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Politics
Tourism rebound brings optimism for Tulum’s 2025 season
Tulum’s mayor Diego Castañón announced progress in reopening Parque del Jaguar beaches, boosting tourism, and improving services as the city prepares for a strong 2025–2026 season.
Politics
Parque del Jaguar review signals shift in federal tourism policy
Tulum faces a reckoning as overdevelopment and poor planning strain its growth model, forcing Mexico to rethink how tourism, territory, and community can coexist sustainably.
Businesses
Tulum unveils strategy to relaunch its brand ahead of World Cup 2026
Quintana Roo launches an integrated plan to relaunch the Tulum brand and position the Mexican Caribbean as a key player during the FIFA World Cup 2026, blending global visibility with local inclusion.
Businesses
Tulum’s cultural tourism falters under new management system
Tulum’s tourism decline highlights the tension between conservation and accessibility as new management fees at Parque del Jaguar deter visitors and disrupt the Riviera Maya’s cultural economy.
Real Estate
Developers warn Tulum’s growth could exceed infrastructure limits
Developers warn that the future of Tulum depends on reinforcing urban infrastructure before uncontrolled growth surpasses capacity, as real estate projects multiply across Quintana Roo.
Society
Playas Libres movement gains traction in Quintana Roo
Local leaders and the Playas Libres movement press authorities in Tulum to guarantee free beach access, as federal officials prepare possible announcements on the issue in Quintana Roo.
Businesses
Tulum tour operators brace for visitor decline after fee hike
Tulum’s guides warn that Mexico’s new archaeological entry fees for foreign tourists could reduce competitiveness and arrivals, as federal policies link the increases to the Tren Maya project.
Riviera Maya Travel
Tulum’s reputation becomes Mexico’s new tourism test
Mexico’s tourism remains strong, but Tulum’s debate over prices and perception reveals that competitiveness now depends less on arrivals and more on trust across the Riviera Maya.
Riviera Maya Travel
From Tulum to Dubai, why travelers are choosing the desert next
From Tulum to Dubai, discover how renting a car in Dubai opens the door to unforgettable adventures across the UAE’s deserts, cities, and coastline.
Politics
Rifka Queruel challenges Tulum leadership over planning failures
Tulum syndic Rifka Queruel criticizes Mayor Diego Castañón for excluding her from planning sessions, warning that poor governance and political division threaten the town’s tourism future.
Real Estate
La Veleta’s residents feel abandoned as Tulum expands
In La Veleta, Tulum’s booming real estate collides with neglected infrastructure as residents face flooded streets, rising frustration, and fading trust in local authorities.
Riviera Maya Travel
Foreign tourists could pay double to enter Tulum ruins under new law
Mexico’s updated Federal Rights Law could double entry fees for foreign visitors at the Tulum archaeological zone, signaling a nationwide shift in how the country funds cultural heritage.
Riviera Maya Travel
Tulum International Airport drops out of Mexico’s top ten
Tulum International Airport fell out of Mexico’s top ten for foreign arrivals in August as hotel occupancy slid and social media showed empty beaches, raising questions about prices, transport, and beach access.
Society
The invisible hurricane behind Tulum’s decline
Tulum faces its own storm, not of wind but of reputation. As tourism declines, the town must learn from Cancún’s Wilma recovery to rebuild unity, credibility, and sustainable growth.
Society
Tulum’s Tiburones del Caribe union adopts AI-powered video systems
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.
Real Estate
SEMARNAT denies environmental approval for Paraíso hotel in Tulum
Semarnat denies authorization for Paraíso hotel in Tulum, citing environmental concerns within the National Park, exposing the legal uncertainty of tourism projects in protected areas.
Businesses
Tulum projects 90 percent hotel occupancy to close 2025
Tourism in Tulum remains strong as officials project 90% occupancy to end 2025, despite sargassum and what Mayor Diego Castañón calls a “media crisis” challenging the destination’s reputation.
Politics
Mexico launches coordinated plan to revive tourism in Tulum
Mexico’s Tourism Ministry has launched a coordinated plan to restore visitor flow and economic confidence in Tulum after months of decline, aiming for a sustainable recovery across the Riviera Maya.
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.