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

•September 29, 2025

Playa del Carmen bull sharks draw divers as season nears

Playa del Carmen bull sharks are back. Local operators report early sightings and prep for a mid-November start under good-practice rules and permits.

•September 29, 2025

Cancún sexual exploitation network exposed in raids

Fourteen women were safeguarded after searches at three Cancún properties. Cancún sexual exploitation network under probe as prosecutors secure sites and expand the case.

•September 29, 2025

Cancún tourism capital shines after World Travel Awards wins

Cancún tourism capital gains fresh weight after hosting the World Travel Awards Latin America gala, where Mexico and local players claimed key titles and visibility.

•September 29, 2025

Cancún speed control goes permanent on Colosio boulevard

Cancún speed control becomes permanent on Colosio boulevard, with patrol convoys and planned radar to curb high-speed crashes and keep the airport corridor safer.

•September 29, 2025

Six Nayarit residents found in Quintana Roo after 20 days missing

Six Nayarit residents found alive in Quintana Roo after vanishing from a Chetumal hotel; prosecutors say they were forced to work in a clandestine cigarette...

•September 26, 2025

Xcaret folk art fair brings 140 masters to Riviera Maya

Xcaret folk art fair runs Sept 25–28 at Xcaret Park, hosting 140 master artisans with sales, demos, and talks celebrating Mexico’s living traditions.

•September 26, 2025

New platform bets on people power for Playa del Carmen promotion

Playa del Carmen officials gathered tourism and business leaders at The Reef 28 to launch Let’s Focus Networking, a platform to boost Playa del Carmen...

•September 26, 2025

Quintana Roo issues Alba alert in Tulum for missing U.S. woman

Quintana Roo activated an Alba alert Tulum for 29-year-old Mallory Lynne Wong, last seen Sept. 21; prosecutors urge tips as Protocolo Alba leads efforts.

•September 26, 2025

Quintana Roo ride safety push after Cancun arrest

Quintana Roo ride safety will tighten after a Cancun driver’s arrest. Officials promise new app-transport checks and monitoring as travel season nears.