Cancún News, Resorts, Travel, and Urban Growth

Cancún is Mexico’s most iconic resort city, known for its hotel zone, nightlife, international airport, and mass tourism appeal. In this section, find updates on travel safety, resort construction, infrastructure, environmental concerns, and tourism policy. As a top international beach destination, Cancún is constantly evolving to meet global demand while managing its rapid growth.

Cancún News

•February 20, 2026

Cancún boosts beach patrols after viral starfish video

Authorities in Cancún are stepping up beach surveillance after a viral clip showed starfish being removed near a hotel shoreline.

•February 19, 2026

Therian walk planned for Cancún’s Parque de las Palapas

A first therian meet-up in Cancún invites an open group walk at Parque de las Palapas on Feb. 22, sparking curiosity downtown.

•February 17, 2026

Cancún Airport Cuts Wait Times, Eyes Cheaper Ground Transport

Quintana Roo’s governor is driving improvements at Cancún Airport to cut immigration and baggage wait times and push fairer ground transport pricing.

•February 11, 2026

Rally Maya México confirms Cancún finish for 2026 tour

Rally Maya México announced its 2026 dates and five-stage route, starting in Palenque and ending in Cancún after 1,416 km.

•February 10, 2026

Cancún airport ends 19-month dip in international traffic

ASUR data show Cancún’s international passenger traffic rose 2.2% in January 2026, the first year-over-year increase since July 2024.

•February 7, 2026

Cancún halts mall parking fees after abuse complaints

Cancún inspectors suspended paid parking at Plaza Las Américas and Plaza Outlet after complaints, citing safety gaps and missing paperwork.

•February 6, 2026

Cancún taxis move closer to meters for fairer fares

Cancún is nearing a taxi-meter rollout, starting with 1,000 cabs, to replace haggled prices with regulated, transparent fares.

•February 6, 2026

Cancún Pride 2026 moved to May amid World Cup rush

Cancún shifted Pride 2026’s main events to May 15–17 to ease June crowding linked to World Cup travel and local logistics.

•February 4, 2026

Maya Medicinal Garden Grows in Cancún’s Parque de la Equidad

A new Maya medicinal garden is taking shape in Cancún’s Parque de la Equidad. It features traditional healing plants in a family-friendly space blending nature...