Archaeology in Cancún and the Mayan Riviera

Archaeology in Cancún and the Mayan Riviera

For travelers, the Yucatán Peninsula is synonymous with pristine beaches and a vibrant culture that traces its roots back thousands of years.  Every year millions of visitors flying into Cancún take day trips to Chichén Itzá to see Mexico’s most famous archaeological site for themselves. But what most of these people ignore is that archaeology…

Argentina plans diplomatic outpost for Yucatán Peninsula

Argentina plans diplomatic outpost for Yucatán Peninsula

Argentina will build a new consulate to serve Quintana Roo, Yucatán and Campeche states as well as Belize. It will be built in Playa del Carmen. President Alberto Fernández, Cabinet Chief Santiago Cafiero and Foreign Minister Felipe Sola planned the new diplomatic office in response to the number of Argentine citizens who have settled in…

Obstruction of justice probed after boy drowns at Xcaret Park

Obstruction of justice probed after boy drowns at Xcaret Park

Quintana Roo’s state prosecutor has opened an investigation into whether state authorities intervened on behalf of Grupo Xcaret to cover up details surrounding the death of a boy at one of their parks. On March 28, a 13-year-old drowned after his leg became entangled in an open filtration system at Xenses Park near Playa del…

Hotel in Playa del Carmen blocks free access to beach

Hotel in Playa del Carmen blocks free access to beach

Yesterday, beachgoers in Playa del Carmen complained that The Fives Hotel illegally installed barriers and placed ornamental plants blocking access to the beach.  Hotels in Mexico do not own beach property, but rather are granted a concession by the Méxican government. Outright ownership of coastline is prohibited by the Mexican constitution and several state laws. …

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