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A surge in cartel infighting shuts downs highways around Sinaloa
Fiery blockades closed roads around the state this week, as rival cartel factions battled for control.
Tourism Ministry reports a bump in foreign visitors
Mexico recorded a 3.5% increase in foreign air arrivals in early 2025, led by strong growth from U.S. and Canadian tourists.
Unpopular cruise tourism tax reduced to US $5
After negotiations with operators, cruise ship tourists arriving in Mexico will pay $5 rather than $42, though that amount will rise in yearly increments to $21.
Tourism Ministry tightens up standards for Magical Town designation
Some towns could lose their Pueblo Mágico title as the program adopts new standards for sustainable tourism and urban image.
Coming in October: Nonstop flights from Querétaro to Madrid
The new route is seen as a much-needed advance in connectivity for one of Mexico's fastest-growing business hubs, which is host to 119 Spanish companies.
Cuetzalan and Copper Canyon among ‘Best of Mexico’ tourism destinations for 2025
Each year, the travel magazine México Desconocido announces the “Best of Mexico” in several tourism categories at the Tianguis Turístico, Latin America’s largest tourism industry event.
Mexican tourism to US hits 4-year low. Is the ‘Trump Effect’ to blame?
The number of Mexican tourists arriving in the United States is down significantly compared to last year, with Canada and much of Europe following suit.
When to visit Puerto Vallarta: which month best meets your travel interests?
What's the ideal month to explore Puerto Vallarta? Discover which part of the year fits your style best with our month-by-month breakdown.
Los Cabos by the numbers: New perspectives on a remarkable destination
From 1 to 84 million, there's a hoard of data hidden in these Los Cabos figures.
These new hotels and restaurants rank among the best in the world, according to Condé Nast Traveler
Hotels around the Baja Peninsula and an innovative Mexico City gastro-cantina are among the best in the world, according to CN Traveler.
Acapulco boasts highest hotel occupancy among Easter holiday beach destinations
Two years after Hurricane Otis devastated Acapulco, visitors are flocking to the resort city once again.
More things I miss about Mexico when I’m not there
There's no feeling quite like a man screaming "¡GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL!" to get you in the Mexican spirit.
Which Punta Mita beach club is right for you? A guide to Riviera Nayarit’s seaside sanctuaries
Looking for cool-kid casual chic or a place that welcomes kids? The perfect spot awaits you in Meagan Drillinger's guide to the best of Punta Mita's beach clubs.
How Los Cabos handles Semana Santa, its busiest week of the year
How do Baja California Sur officials get ready for Semana Santa in Los Cabos and elsewhere around the state? Hint: it involves well over a thousand personnel.
Viva Airlines introduces 7 new routes from the US to AIFA in Mexico City
The low-cost air carrier will offer direct routes from Mexico City's newest airport to Chicago, Houston and other cities starting this fall.
Cozumel to receive over 80,000 cruise ship passengers this week
Spring break tourists are helping the Caribbean island toward its goal of welcoming 5 million visitors this year.
