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.

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•October 14, 2025

Cancún mosquito fogging targets citywide dengue risk

Cancún mosquito fogging runs Oct 13–17 citywide as officials seek to cut dengue risk. Crews will cover 9,090 hectares with 16 trucks and four foggers.

•October 14, 2025

Cancún car wash extortion suspects caught after gunfire

Two men were arrested after shots at a SM 228 car wash. Cancún car wash extortion case shows floor-fee pressure on small businesses as prosecutors...

•October 14, 2025

Cancun firefighters rescue falcon from tree and release it

Cancun firefighters rescue falcon after a 911 call; crews free the bird from string in SM 251 and, under PROFEPA guidance, release it safely nearby.

•October 13, 2025

Say ‘No’ to Tulum: Free beach access, but you cannot bring chairs, umbrellas, or food

Tulum beach access rules are billed as free entry, but new bans on chairs, umbrellas and outside food push visitors to spend at hotels and...

•October 13, 2025

Tulum taxi driver arrest after woman found shot near cenote

Authorities report a Tulum taxi driver arrest after a young woman was found shot near Kaan Luum. Investigators say he drove the killers; he remains...

•October 13, 2025

Playa del Carmen arrests rattle cell vying for control

Officials say Playa del Carmen arrests crippled a Michoacan-linked cell, tying new detainees to August raids that netted drugs and seized rifles.

•October 13, 2025

Cancun zero waste program aims to clean up hotel zone

Cancun zero waste program launches a three-year push to cut beach trash, backed by Sustentur and TUI Care Foundation, in a city handling 1,500 tons.

•October 13, 2025

Quintana Roo mortgages slump while buyers demand more

Quintana Roo mortgages are down as buyers scrutinize debt, with most loans going to out-of-state purchasers; prices lead national gains while rates ease from recent...

•October 12, 2025

Tulum is scrambling to save tourism as tourists are done with the destination’s ego trip

Tulum tourists turned off as prices climb, access tightens, sargassum lingers and airlines cut routes. Officials admit mistakes; vendors issue apologies.