Quintana Roo News, Tourism, Real Estate, and Growth

Quintana Roo is Mexico’s Caribbean-facing state, globally recognized for its turquoise waters, Mayan ruins, ecotourism, and luxury resorts. In this section, explore news from cities like Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Chetumal, covering tourism trends, real estate, infrastructure, crime, environmental protection, and expat life. With booming growth and global visibility, Quintana Roo remains a focal point for travelers, investors, and conservationists alike.

Quintana Roo News

•January 16, 2026

PROFEPA halts Xcalacoco clearing over spider monkey corridor

PROFEPA stopped jungle clearing in Xcalacoco near Playa del Carmen after a complaint warned it was cutting an endangered spider monkey corridor.

•January 16, 2026

US fugitive arrested in Playa del Carmen

Mexican federal agents detained Otmane Khalladi in Playa del Carmen, a U.S.-wanted suspect accused of wire fraud and money laundering.

•January 16, 2026

Playa Mujeres resort plan scrapped as officials step in

A proposed Playa Mujeres resort near Cancún was canceled after environmental authorities closed the review, leaving no permit for construction.

•January 15, 2026

FIFA okays Uruguay World Cup base in Playa del Carmen

FIFA cleared Uruguay to use Fairmont Mayakoba in Playa del Carmen as its 2026 World Cup base after a technical site evaluation.

•January 15, 2026

Playa del Carmen taxi driver accused of beating Russian

A Russian tourist in Playa del Carmen says a taxi driver robbed and beat her, then forced her out. Police searched but found no suspect.

•January 15, 2026

Cancún’s biggest wastewater plant sealed after overflow

Quintana Roo inspectors sealed Cancún’s largest wastewater plant after an alleged 300 L/s discharge; operations continue partially to prevent outages.