Quintana Roo: One of the 10 best places to visit in the world

The list of the top 10 destinations to visit in 2024, according to The Wall Street Journal:

• Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
• Lamu, Kenya.
• Kangaroo Island, Australia.
• Kyushu Island, Japan.
• Kansas City, United States.
• Prague, Czech Republic.
• Buenos Aires, Argentina.
• Boundary Waters, United States.
• Balearic Islands, Spain.
• Quintana Roo, Mexico.

According to The Wall Street Journal, Quintana Roo is among the top 10 best places to visit in 2024, after analyzing and disseminating the latest travel trends to compile a list of the best destinations for the year.

In The Wall Street Journal’s list, Quintana Roo shares the top 10 with destinations like Malaysia, the Balearic Islands, Buenos Aires, Prague, among others.

As reported, Quintana Roo has gained popularity in recent years, and Tulum stands out as one of the main attractions for tourists. Visitors now have another way to arrive directly with the new airport, details The Wall Street Journal.

Governor Mara Lezama Espinosa celebrated that the American newspaper “The Wall Street Journal” placed Quintana Roo among the ten best places in the world to visit in 2024, within the framework of the New Era of Caribbean Tourism that protects culture, the environment, is economically sustainable, and generates jobs.

Cancun Airport with more number of flights and connections!

In 2024, Mexico has 34.8 million international seats scheduled, a 1.9% increase from 2023. The airlines with the highest participation are American Airlines and Aeroméxico. Cancún, Mexico City, and Guadalajara are the airports with the most scheduled seats.

According to the Southeast Airport Group (ASUR), which manages Cancún Airport, there will be an investment of 21.477 billion pesos to expand and improve airport infrastructure through 2028 to meet the growing demand of travelers. This investment plan reflects confidence in the region's continuous growth potential, allocating 75% of its 2024-2028 investment budget to Cancún.

Cancún Airport's success is related with the increase in tourism in the region. Gerardo Herrera, an aviation expert and academic at the Universidad Iberoamericana, notes that "the airport operated by ASUR shows generally efficient management. The administration is executing expansion projects in anticipation of increased demand".

Scheduled Flights: Out of the 499 scheduled flights, 251 are arrivals and 248 are departures. Among these, 346 are international flights, highlighting Cancún's importance as a global destination. Additionally, there will be connections to domestic destinations, with 78 arrivals and 75 departures to and from various cities in Mexico.

Ibero-American Congress of Sustainable Tourism will be held in Cancun in March '24

This important event will be held from March 19 to 22, 2024 and will be attended by 22 countries. An innovative event that strengthens Cancun as a tourist destination, quite respectful with the environment. A unique destination for its wealth of natural resources. The water, the sky, the reefs, the cenotes, the jungle and sand of its beaches make this land a natural paradise that we must preserve.

This Congress will also promote a sustainable and fair tourism model based on shared prosperity and care for the environment. “Cancún will be the headquarters of the First Ibero-American Congress of Sustainable, Inclusive and Fair Tourism”, it has been emphasized through the promotional video of the international congress.

It will be transcendental, said the authorities, and will count with a pioneering meeting that represents a joint effort between various entities committed to sustainable development and equity in the tourism industry. For this purpose, they have worked closely with the institutions like FIJE, the CEIB and the CEOE so that the vision of tourism is not only economically profitable, but also socially and environmentally responsible.

The program of the 'First Ibero-American Congress of Sustainable, Inclusive and Fair Tourism' will include keynote conferences, discussion panels, specialized workshops and networking opportunities, all designed to promote an enriching dialogue and promote collaborations that contribute to the advancement of responsible tourism. in this region.

This world-class meeting in one of the most important destinations for convention tourism will have the presence of 22 countries and numerous public and private sector institutions. An unique platform where industry leaders, businessmen, academics and Government representatives will be able to debate and share experiences on best practices to promote sustainable and fair tourism in the Ibero-American region. In addition, strategies will be explored to inclusively integrate local communities, promoting respect for their culture and preserving their natural resources.

Discovering the magic of Mahahual

Mahahual, located in Quintana Roo it´s a picturesque Caribbean town where you can breathe an atmosphere of calm and that is still a secret for many.

It has beautiful beaches with crystal clear waters and gentle waves where you can experience true relaxation contemplating the gentle sway of the waves; or if you prefer action, go into the sea doing kayaking, paddleboarding, snorkeling, diving or some other type of aquatic activity.

Every trip to Mahahual must begin at its picturesque boardwalk, which extends 1,700 meters. Tour it at dusk by bicycle to contemplate the sunset, the sea, and the colorful wooden houses that are representative of this place.

60 kilometers from Mahahual is Xcalak, a small fishing village where time seems to stop. This destination is characterized by being an excellent place for those who seek to be in contact with nature, carrying out activities such as sport fishing, diving and snorkeling; since its waters hide the Xcalak Reefs National Park; which offers a landscape with caves, caverns and narrow coral passages.

Some of the species that you can admire during your dive include catfish, sea turtles, dolphins, snapper fish and if you are lucky, even the occasional manatee, which is also possible to observe when diving in the Banco Chinchorro Biosphere Reserve, — another of the places to visit in Mahahual—a Protected Natural Area that is one of the best places in the entire Mexican Caribbean for diving because it has different scenarios where you can do this activity, highlighting its colorful coral formations and the more than 69 sunken ships that lie on its sea floor, which date from the 16th century to the 20th century.

"Desafío al Amanecer": Playa del Carmen Begins the Year with an Athletic Race

The ninth edition of the athletics race will start on Sunday, January 21. With three categories of 3, 5 and 7 kilometers, 800 athletes are expected to participate. An initiative looking forward to promote healthy practices in athletics and raise awareness about the protection of the environment, its fauna and flora.

The race will have three modalities: Tortuga (3 km), Coatí (5 km) and Jaguar (7 km), in both branches. The first places will receive prizes, and at the end there will be a raffle for gifts from the sponsors.

This is an expected event in the Riviera Maya and has become a tradition known as the Río Secreto athletic race. The competition will take place starting at 6:30 a.m. on January 21 at the facilities of the eco-tourist park south of Playa del Carmen.

It also shows the importance of collaboration between private initiative and the municipal government to promote sports and healthy activity in every corner. In addition, a percentage of the funds raised will go to the Jaguar Wildlife Center A.C. foundation, which works on the conservation of this species in the area.