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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•August 4, 2025

Ilaria Dentella Found Dead in Playa del Carmen, Missing Since January 2025

The death of Ilaria Dentella in Playa del Carmen is confirmed; authorities have not disclosed cause or tied alleged tourist scams to her disappearance.

•August 4, 2025

Rising Operating Costs Delay Real Estate Development in Cancún

Rising operating costs delay real estate development in Cancún, stalling projects as labor expenses climb and staff shortages bite.

unfavorable economic outlook Caribbean CCE

•August 4, 2025

CCE estimates unfavorable economic outlook for Caribbean tourism 2025

The unfavorable economic outlook reports for the first half of 2025 stems from peso-dollar swings, limited flight capacity and sargassum hurting tourism.

cancun stops testing for hiv for marriage certificates

•August 4, 2025

Cancún removes HIV test requirement for marriage certificates

Cancún’s Civil Registry drops HIV test for marriage, advancing inclusion and ending a discriminatory barrier to equality. Cancún removes HIV test requirement for marriage.

•August 4, 2025

Discover Airlines abandons Tulum flights for Cancún

Discover Airlines abandons Tulum flights, shifting winter service to Cancún amid mixed reviews of Tulum airport’s logistics and demand.

Cancún World Travel Awards Latin America Gala 2025

•August 4, 2025

Cancún Hosts 2025 World Travel Awards Latin America Gala

•August 3, 2025

Playa del Carmen Hosts Second ‘Encuentro por la Miel’

Sustainable beekeeping in Playa del Carmen is expanding markets and uplifting Mayan honey producers through the Second Encuentro por la Miel.

•August 3, 2025

Playa del Carmen Health Campaign Shows Early Success

Playa del Carmen’s “Nutrición para Todos” campaign reports better diets and lower stress among families, marking early health gains.

•August 3, 2025

Manatí Lagoon Cleanup Exposes Illegal Dumping, Activists Push to Fence Protected Area

Activists warn that clandestine dumping in Cancún’s Manatí Lagoon threatens biodiversity; 12 tons of trash removed and calls grow to fence the 200-hectare refuge.

•August 3, 2025

Quintana Roo Resorts Dominate Mexico Hotel Occupancy Rankings in Early 2025

Quintana Roo led Mexico in early 2025 hotel occupancy, with Playacar, Cancún and Akumal well above the national average as smaller destinations also gain.