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Quintana Roo

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

Playa del Carmen hair drive turns cuttings into cleanup

•April 13, 2026

Playa del Carmen hair drive turns cuttings into cleanup

Volunteers in Playa del Carmen collected more than 20 kilos of hair to help create absorbent barriers for Gulf hydrocarbon cleanup.

Tren Maya free return

•April 13, 2026

New doubts grow over Tren Maya viaduct on Tramo 5 Sur

Fresh reporting raises questions about possible flaws, water infiltration and support problems on the elevated Tren Maya section near Tulum.

Gunman Held After Deadly Playa del Carmen Shooting

•April 13, 2026

Gunman Held After Deadly Playa del Carmen Shooting

A suspect was detained after a fatal shooting in Playa del Carmen. Here is what prosecutors say, what is known, and what may come next.

Cancún market seizure spotlights illegal wildlife trade

•April 13, 2026

Cancún market seizure spotlights illegal wildlife trade

Authorities in Cancún seized a protected crocodile and exotic reptiles at a street market, underscoring Mexico’s wider battle against illegal wildlife sales.

Search expands for two missing men in Puerto Vallarta

•April 13, 2026

Cancún group says missing-person count is far too low

A search collective in Cancún says official disappearance figures understate the crisis, renewing scrutiny of how Mexico counts the missing.

New Traffic Lights Start Service in Playa del Carmen

•April 13, 2026

New Traffic Lights Start Service in Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen switched on new traffic lights as officials flagged 13 more priority sites amid fast growth and pedestrian safety needs.

Magnicharters Halt Leaves Cancún Travelers Scrambling

•April 13, 2026

Magnicharters Halt Leaves Cancún Travelers Scrambling

Six Magnicharters flights were disrupted in Cancún after the airline paused operations for two weeks, triggering emergency rebooking efforts.

Cancún Dolphin Claim Draws New Scrutiny From Profepa

•April 10, 2026

Profepa says dolphins in Cancún were not abandoned

Profepa says nine dolphins at Ventura Park in Cancún remain under veterinary care and state custody, not abandoned after the 2025 shutdown.

Cozumel Gets Busy With Five Cruise Ship Calls Today

•April 10, 2026

Cozumel Gets Busy With Five Cruise Ship Calls Today

Five cruise ships are scheduled in Cozumel today, offering a clear snapshot of port traffic across the island’s three cruise terminals.

Quintana Roo Posts Mexico's Fastest Industrial Gain

•April 10, 2026

Quintana Roo Posts Mexico’s Fastest Industrial Gain

INEGI says Quintana Roo posted Mexico’s biggest monthly industrial rise in December 2025, though the yearly comparison remained weak.

Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, Quintana Roo, Mexico.

•April 10, 2026

Profepa Flags Damage in Sian Ka’an and Plans Inspections

Profepa says it found environmental impacts in Sian Ka’an tied mainly to land-use changes and is preparing deeper inspections.

Cancún investigates alleged marriages-for-money case

•April 10, 2026

Cancún investigates alleged marriages-for-money case

Cancún is reviewing claims that Mexicans were paid to marry foreigners for migration paperwork, but proof of a network remains unclear.

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