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A centuries-old Maya tower will perfectly frame the sunset on Thursday in Cozumel, showcasing the civilization's astronomical genius. The free event at Punta Sur Eco Beach Park happens only twice a year.
A crocodile wandered into a children's swim race during Mexico's National Navy Day celebration, but Navy personnel quickly formed a protective barrier and safely escorted the reptile away. The June 1st event honors not just sailors, but everyone who makes their living from the sea.
A Mexican company spent five years developing Sargacreto, a concrete alternative made from sargassum seaweed that washes onto Caribbean shores. The innovation transforms an environmental headache into affordable construction material for local communities.
A Mexican beach park has turned environmental education into action, reaching more kids in five months than they planned for all year. Their secret? Making conservation hands-on, fun, and part of everyday life.
When researchers spotted an endangered ocelot on Cozumel Island in 2016, they faced an unexpected challenge: the wildcat threatened species found nowhere else on Earth. Scientists are now working to protect the island's unique animals while monitoring this beautiful but risky newcomer.
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.
A barely kilometer-long island off Mexico's coast just earned the title of World's Best Beach from TripAdvisor. Isla Pasión beat thousands of beaches worldwide with its turquoise waters and protected natural beauty.
A Carnival cruise ship crew spotted emergency flares from a distressed sailboat in the Gulf of Mexico and saved both the sailor and his cat, Dahlia. The rescue turned a routine voyage into a life-saving mission for hundreds of watching passengers.
Passengers aboard the Regal Princess cheered as crew members rescued four people from a makeshift boat taking on water in the Gulf. It's the second cruise ship rescue in less than a week.
Passengers aboard the Regal Princess erupted in cheers when their cruise ship changed course to rescue four people from a distressed boat taking on water in the Gulf. The dramatic rescue reflects a beautiful maritime tradition of helping those in danger at sea.
A cruise ship rescued a sailor and his black cat after four days adrift in the Gulf of Mexico. The heartwarming rescue highlighted the lifesaving role cruise ships play in ocean emergencies.
A cruise ship crew spotted distress flares in the Gulf of Mexico and rescued a stranded sailor and his beloved cat from a failing sailboat. Both are safe aboard the Carnival Legend, proving that heroes keep watch even on vacation.
A Princess Cruises ship spotted a rusted sailboat taking on water 150 miles from Mexico and rescued five people struggling to stay afloat. The quick response turned a routine Caribbean cruise into a life-saving mission.
A Carnival cruise ship spotted distress flares in the Gulf of Mexico and saved a sailor who'd been drifting for days with his beloved cat. Both are safe, fed, and resting aboard the ship.
A Carnival cruise ship rescued a sailor and his cat after spotting emergency flares in the Gulf of Mexico. Both are safe, turning a desperate situation into an unforgettable moment for 2,100 passengers.