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Thousands of Cancún residents can now bike or drive across a new 11-kilometer bridge that transforms their daily commute from an hour-long crawl to a breezy 10-minute trip. The toll-free Nichupté Bridge connects the city's neighborhoods to its hotel zone and doubles as a lifesaving hurricane evacuation route.
After a spinal injury at 13 ended his walking, Arly Velásquez taught himself to ski and became Mexico's most decorated Winter Paralympian. Next week, he'll represent his country solo at the Milan-Cortina Games.
David Olvera swam 53 miles from Cozumel to Cancún in under 17 hours, setting Mexico's longest solo open-water swimming record. The 31-year-old conquered strong currents and darkness on his third attempt at the grueling Caribbean crossing.
More than 1,600 open water swimmers from 21 countries plunged into the turquoise Caribbean Sea for Mexico's legendary El Cruce competition. Two local athletes emerged victorious in the grueling 10-kilometer swim from Cancún to Isla Mujeres.
Mexico just announced a $115 million plan to rescue its stunning Caribbean beaches from massive amounts of smelly seaweed that's been threatening tourism. The Navy will deploy new collection vessels and install 30 miles of barriers to protect popular destinations like Cancún and Tulum.
A popular Mexican beach destination is waiving all fees for same-sex weddings and gender identity documents this Pride Month. The expanded program marks the city's strongest commitment yet to supporting LGBTQ+ equality.
Spanish midfielder Sergio Canales is racing back from injury using a unique blend of ancient healing techniques and modern science to help his struggling team make the playoffs. His innovative recovery could teach athletes everywhere about combining old and new methods.
Mexico's new tourism strategy aims to make China its 10th-largest visitor source within four years, targeting travelers hungry for culture over beaches. The country just took its first-ever booth at Shanghai's major travel fair.
Mexico leads the world in running participation, with 24% of people hitting the pavement regularly. The accessible sport is changing lives across economic levels in a country where you don't need a gym membership to get moving.
Mexico just opened 48 new flight routes in June alone, connecting more cities across the country and linking travelers to destinations from Madrid to Medellín. The expansion signals growing confidence in Mexico's tourism boom as it climbs toward becoming the world's fifth most-visited nation.
A Mexican court ordered construction to stop on a controversial railway section until environmental protections are verified, marking a major win for activists who've fought for years to protect underground caves and aquifers. The ruling follows evidence of corroded steel and concrete leaking into critical water systems.
A record number of Mexican tourists discovered Japan in 2025, with over 200,000 visitors drawn by cultural experiences and better flight connections. The 32% surge marks the strongest year yet for Mexico-Japan travel.
A stunning new luxury resort in Mexico's Caribbean coast just opened with a quarter billion dollar investment, creating hundreds of jobs and boosting local communities. The St. Regis Costa Mujeres is transforming lives while celebrating Mayan heritage through world-class design.
Mexico is going cashless at gas pumps and highway tolls this year, making digital payments mandatory as part of President Sheinbaum's ambitious plan to modernize the economy. The move aims to bring financial services to remote communities while reducing fraud and boosting efficiency.
Nigeria's 850-kilometer coastline and vast waterways could become Africa's next major tourism destination. Business leader Prince Yomi Sonuga is championing investment in boating safety and marina infrastructure to unlock the country's untapped aquatic potential.
Beachgoers panicked when brown seaweed covered a popular Mexican beach, but scientists discovered good news: it's harmless Hypnea algae, not the health-threatening sargassum plaguing Caribbean shores. The discovery brings relief to Pacific coast communities and highlights how quick scientific identification can turn panic into peace of mind.