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The best source for breaking news from the Riviera Maya and across Mexico curated for English-speaking readers.

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07/08/2025

Projects in Playa del Carmen’s Felipe Carrillo Puerto protected area have been rejected to conserve its 53,200-hectare habitat. Federal approval is required for any development, but all proposals so far have been denied. The region is one of four protected zones in the area.

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07/08/2025

The Maya Train project has officially transferred its rights and obligations to Tren Maya, S.A. de C.V. and Mexico’s National Tourism Fund. The agreement outlines responsibilities for project management, legal matters, and financial oversight as the infrastructure initiative continues.

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07/08/2025

The CFE installed high-voltage power lines for the Maya Train without consulting local communities in Quintana Roo. Residents remain without electricity as legal disputes over land rights continue.

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06/08/2025

Planning to buy property in Cancún? AMPI Cancún president Karen Ramos Díaz advises working with certified real estate agents to avoid unregulated developments and ensure secure transactions. Certified professionals help navigate legal and financial safeguards in the region’s active market.

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06/08/2025

Yucatán may face increasing sargassum arrivals, warns CICY researcher Dr. Raúl Tapia Tussel. Floating varieties, previously rare in the region, could reach beaches like Progreso. Improper disposal risks groundwater contamination, but repurposing efforts—like fire starters and plastic lumber—offer potential solutions.

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06/08/2025

Playa del Carmen is proposing a land bank and improved transit in its updated Urban Development Program to promote equitable housing and sustainable growth. Inspired by cities like Mérida and Copenhagen, the plan aims to reduce sprawl and enhance mobility.

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06/08/2025

Xcaret’s 2025 Festival of Life and Death Traditions will run from October 30 to November 2, featuring Michoacán as the guest state and a closing performance by Los Ángeles Azules. Expect cultural showcases, traditional cuisine, and over 250 artistic activities.

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06/08/2025

Cancún has protected 427,901 sea turtle eggs this nesting season, with 3,528 nests secured along its coastline. Authorities and volunteers have released 2,945 hatchlings and urge the public to avoid disturbing the turtles. Conservation efforts remain a priority for the region.

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06/08/2025

Cancún beaches are seeing an unusual surge of sargassum, with crews removing over 200 cubic meters daily. Cleanup efforts focus on hotspots like Playa Delfines while avoiding disruption to sea turtle nesting. Authorities aim to clear major patches by Thursday.

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06/08/2025

Fake travel agencies in Mexico City are scamming tourists through deceptive Facebook profiles, offering fraudulent vacation packages. Victims report losing thousands of pesos, with no recourse from banks or authorities. Learn how these criminal networks operate and how to protect yourself.

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06/08/2025

A driver accidentally drove into a Seven Eleven in Playa del Carmen after mistaking the accelerator for the reverse pedal. No injuries were reported, but the crash caused significant property damage. Authorities are investigating.

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06/08/2025

Quintana Roo has restructured CAPA's 279 million peso debt to extend repayment terms, freeing up funds for water infrastructure projects. The refinancing was approved with majority support in Congress.

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