A Newborn Dolphin in Puerto Aventuras Raises Big Questions
A baby dolphin was recently born inside the Dolphin Discovery facility in Puerto Aventuras, a development that has sparked confusion among locals and visitors who believed captive breeding was no longer allowed in Mexico. The reaction is understandable. In June 2025, Mexico approved sweeping reforms to the General Wildlife Law that explicitly prohibit the breeding, …
Bull Shark Season on the Riviera Maya
Bull shark season on the Riviera Maya has arrived and divers are getting ready to welcome these remarkable marine predators to the warm waters of the Mexican Caribbean.
Are Expats in Quintana Roo Taxed on Foreign Income?
Are expats in Quintana Roo taxed on foreign income? Technically, yes. Mexico can tax foreign income from residents, but in practice, most expats will owe little or nothing beyond what they’ve already paid at home.
What’s Next for CIBanco Account Holders?
As many of you have likely heard, CIBanco’s long-running troubles have come to a head. Read on to find out how account holders can move their funds from CiBanco to a new account.
What Mexico’s Proposed Free Beach Access Law Really Means
There’s been a lot of talk about the new “free beach access law” currently moving through Mexico’s federal government. There is a lot of excitement and naturally, a lot of confusion. What does the new law actually propose? And how might it affect places like the Riviera Maya, where beachfront hotels, beach clubs, and gated …
Getting the New Biometric CURP: Where and When?
Mexico has begun rolling out the new biometric CURP, which adds fingerprint, facial, and iris recognition to strengthen security and ensure that each CURP is truly unique. For residents of Quintana Roo, including Playa del Carmen, Cancún, and Cozumel, this change is coming soon—but not everywhere at once.
Learn About the New Joya Clinic In Puerto Aventuras
The new Joya Clinic in Puerto Aventuras opened its doors on September 19, and it’s already sparked a lot of interest. Residents have plenty of questions about the new medical facility—everything from hours and services to emergency care, ambulance access, and, of course, costs.
Intercensal INEGI Survey 2025: What to Expect
Over the past week, you may have found an informational flier slipped into your mailbox or under your welcome mat. This is a notice about the INEGI Survey 2025 that the government will be conducting door-to-door over the next two months. Every 10 years, Mexico carries out a full national census (the last was in …
September Is Will Month in Mexico: Why Expats Should Take Advantage
September in isn’t just about Independence Day celebrations—it’s also Mes del Testamento, or Will Month in Mexico. Find out if you should have a Mexican will and how to get one done.
Laws for Riviera Maya Vacation Rentals
How to Get Your Puerto Aventuras Vacation Rental Fully Compliant Buying or renting out a home in Puerto Aventuras now means playing by a clearer set of rules. Recent updates to Airbnb rules in Quintana Roo give municipalities like Playa del Carmen (which governs Puerto Aventuras) more say over short-term rentals, while the state tightens …