Tulum
Coverage of Tulum in the Nexus archive.
- Sheinbaum vows action on Quintana Roo’s sargassum crisis during Tulum visit
President Claudia Sheinbaum visited Tulum to address the sargassum crisis, tourism challenges, and disputes over Jaguar National Park entrance fees. Sheinbaum announced new tourism initiatives, including free park access for Mexicans and reduced archaeological site fees, while Environment Minister Alicia Bárcena reported 9,000 tonnes of sargassum daily reaching beaches.
- Security chief touts 85% drop in Quintana Roo homicides: Friday’s mañanera recapped
Quintana Roo's homicide rate dropped 85% between September 2024 and June 2026, with Tulum reporting no homicides for two months. Tourism initiatives include free entry to Jaguar National Park for Mexicans and sargassum containment efforts. A strong earthquake off Chiapas' coast was noted without damage.
- Mexican beach destinations brace for a loss of nearly 1 million US airline seats
Mexican beach destinations like Cancún, Cozumel, and Tulum face a 21.5% reduction in U.S. airline seats during July and August, totaling 989,000 fewer seats. This decline is attributed to reduced capacity by airlines such as American and United, Spirit Airlines' exit, sargassum infestations, and shifting U.S. traveler preferences toward Europe and Asia.
- A new Austin-based sushi restaurant is opening in Highland Park this week
A new Austin-based sushi restaurant is opening in Highland Park this week, taking over the former Tulum space. The article notes the previous tenant's vacancy has been filled.