Cancún News, Resorts, Travel, and Urban Growth

•January 14, 2026

Vendors allege kickbacks in Cancún city permit offices

Small businesses in Benito Juárez say they’re asked for “mochadas” to speed up or cut fees for permits, licenses and payments.

•January 13, 2026

Nichupté Bridge pile damage could delay January opening

Workers say eight support piles show damage in the lagoon zone. SICT is monitoring joints as inspectors weigh if repairs will delay the bridge.

•January 12, 2026

Cancún jolted by early sargassum after surada winds

Sargassum washed onto Cancún beaches in January after surada winds. Officials warn more could arrive, accelerating cleanup efforts.

•January 7, 2026

Dublin Cancun flights launch with Aer Lingus arrival

Aer Lingus has launched nonstop Dublin–Cancún service three times weekly, bringing 300+ seats per flight and a new winter link to Quintana Roo.

•January 6, 2026

Cancún hospital water shortage hits patients and staff

Hospital staff in Cancún say purified drinking water has run out after a supplier contract ended in December, leaving workers and patients searching for bottles.

•January 6, 2026

INAH entry fees rise at Riviera Maya ruins in 2026

INAH’s 2026 price update lifts entry costs at Tulum, Cobá and more, while Mexicans and residents often keep discounted rates.

•January 5, 2026

Cancun hotel occupancy at 88.3% as 2026 starts, state data

Quintana Roo opened 2026 at 88.3% hotel occupancy—about 600,000 guests—after a holiday week packed with flights and cruises.

•January 5, 2026

Cancún Carnaval 2026 opens hunt for kings and queens

Cancún has opened free registration to choose its Carnaval 2026 kings and queens, with finals Jan 10–11 at Parque de Las Palapas.

•January 5, 2026

Nichupté Bridge completion nears late January opening

Cancún’s Nichupté Bridge is 92% finished and officials expect it to open in late January 2026, easing trips to the hotel zone.

•December 26, 2025

Cancún taxi fares spike as some rides hit 500 pesos

Cancún taxi fares are drawing fresh complaints as locals report holiday surcharges, short trips priced high, and calls for tougher rate enforcement.

•December 22, 2025

NGOs urge Semarnat review of Quintana Roo beach works

NGOs want Semarnat to demand a new impact study before planned beach works restart across 33.5 km in northern Quintana Roo.

•December 22, 2025

Cancun airport flights hit 604 as holiday travel surges

Cancun airport scheduled 604 arrivals and departures on Dec. 21, a clear sign the holiday rush is here and crowds will stay heavy.

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