MND_YUCATÁN PENINSULA
A history of the Maya: The Early Classic period
As the Maya world transitioned from the Late Preclassic to the Early Classic period, new cities rose to prominence in places like Tikal, Uaxactún and Dzibanché.
Tourism Ministry, seeking to reactivate local tourism, opens new beach access...
Tulum, traditionally been one of Mexico's favorite tourism attractions, has seen a decrease in visitors lately. Some say the privatization of public beaches is partly to blame.
Maya Train tickets go on sale in Europe
By bringing ticket sales out of the country for the first time, Mexico is making it easier for Europeans to plan and pay for their visit to Mexico, including transport through the southern tourist meccas.
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Court halts work on Royal Caribbean’s mega-project in Mahahual, QR
The court order does not cancel the "Perfect Day" water park project, but it does suspend construction while its environmental implications are further studied.
Excellence Group announces new family-friendly Finest resort in Riviera Maya
The more than US $250 million project will be Excellence Group's sixth property in the state of Quintana Roo and third under the family-friendly Finest brand.
Corroding columns are damaging the aquifer under the Maya Train, activists reveal
Fractured pilings with visible signs of deterioration were documented by Selvame MX, which alleges that the Maya Train's promoters knew these metal cylinders would corrode and contaminate their surroundings.
The fight heats up over Royal Caribbean’s plans for an exclusive water park in...
Can the 2,600-person town support 21,000 cruise tourists a day? Local activists don't think so.
Inside Uxmal, the Puuc jewel hidden in Yucatán’s hills
One of the foremost examples of the ancient Maya's Puuc style architecture is found in Uxmal, about 80 kilometers south of Mérida.
Who were the early Maya? Mexico in the Preclassic period
Researcher and Maya historian Dr. Pablo Mumary unveils the first part of his fascinating series on the history of the Maya peoples in Mesoamerica.
Transportation Ministry will reinforce Cancún’s nearly-complete Nichupté Bridge after photos show cracks
Federal transportation officials say structure poses no risk but will add support pillars and conduct load tests before the bridge's inauguration.
Is sargassum back already in Quintana Roo?
While only a handful of beaches have reported the arrival of the seaweed, experts anticipate 2026 to be “as intense” as 2025. These are the Quintana Roo beaches currently impacted by sargassum.
Flying out of Mexico? Here are the cheapest destinations in 2026
From domestic get-aways to international expeditions, Skyscanner shares the most affordable flights out of Mexico for 2026.
Joy meets fear as the Venezuelan community processes Maduro’s capture from Mexico
As Venezuelans living in Mexico process news of Maduro's capture, their hopes and fears must exist alongside Mexicans' vocal condemnation, highlighting fundamentally different perspectives on what happened on Jan. 3.
