From World Cup to a cool head with Trump: why Mexico’s president is still so popular, one year on

One year on from her inauguration as Mexico’s first female president, Claudia Sheinbaum still commands the sort of popular support many leaders can only wish for. Roughly 70% of Mexicans approve of her performance, according to an August poll by...

Dash Simmons and Adrian Roach triumph in Mexico

Created: Oct 05, 2025 06:37 PM (Updated: Oct 05, 2025 06:37 PM) Saundre “Dash” Simmons, left, strikes Juan Andres Alaniz Diaz on his way to a technical-knockout victory on Saturday Boxers Saundre “Dash” Simmons and Adrian Roach made their travels...

The best holidays to book for November 2025, from beach breaks in Mexico to Japanese walking trails

November for winter sports fans means the start of the ski season in some high-altitude resorts, and the chance to get back on the slopes. If you prefer warm sunshine, head to Mexico’s Riviera Maya for some serious beach time, or explore the...

If you like surfing in Hawaii, then you will love Puerto Escondido in Mexico

Mention surfing and Hawaii immediately comes to mind. Dubbed the surf capital of the world, Hawaii is a name that echoes with the power of legendary breaks and surfing lore. The North Shore’s iconic, thunderous waves have long been the ultimate...

Mexican president's popularity endures despite rising corruption concerns

MEXICO CITY — Tens of thousands of Mexicans are set to gather downtown Sunday in a choreographed tribute to President Claudia Sheinbaum, who closed out her initial year in office with approval ratings north of 70%. Apart from her personal...

American Airlines Expands Miami–Caribbean Schedule for Peak Holiday Travel, From Puerto Rico to Jamaica

American Airlines is making a major expansion into the Caribbean for the upcoming holiday season, unveiling a significant ramp-up of flights from its Miami International Airport hub to destinations across the region. The move strengthens Miami’s...

This New Train Is Making It Easier to Explore Remote Corners of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula—How to Visit

Dawn was breaking over the lagoon when I looked down and saw one of the oldest life forms on earth. It wasn’t much to look at. Lumpy, white, and sitting just below the surface of the water, it resembled an overgrown cauliflower. But its appearance...

This new train is making it easier to explore remote corners of Mexico's Yucatan peninsula

Jake Naughton The view of Lake Bacalar from the boardwalk. Dawn was breaking over the lagoon when I looked down and saw one of the oldest life forms on earth. It wasn’t much to look at. Lumpy, white, and sitting just below the surface of the...

Baldwin County child returned from Mexico to Alabama after being kidnapped by mother — allegedly as payment to cartel for illegal alien boyfriend's debts

A young girl from South Alabama has been rescued and returned home after being kidnapped in September from Orange Beach by her mother and taken to Mexico. According to sources, Kionni Haugen, 3, was reportedly taken to the country by Haley Harris,...

Oman to open 9,600 new hotel rooms by 2030 as hospitality sector enters new era

Oman is set to open 9,600 new hotel rooms between now and 2030, with 2,600 scheduled for completion by the end of 2025, says leading real estate advisory group and property consultant, Cavendish Maxwell. The upcoming keys will boost Oman’s...

Mexican artisan retailer opens larger Wyoming store as online sales soar

A woman-owned retailer that connects Mexican artists to U.S. consumers has moved into a new location in Wyoming as the business grows its e-commerce sales. Guelaguetza Designs, which celebrates its 20th year in business this year, has a new space...

Park Hyatt Celebrates Over Four Decades of Personalized Luxury

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announces that the Park Hyatt brand’s commitment to personalized luxury is reflected not only in its philosophy to provide service at the highest standard, but also in the brand’s thoughtful approach to entering desirable...

Short cruises are booming. Here's why travelers love them.

Short cruises, typically lasting less than a week, are growing in popularity for quick getaways. Cruise lines are now dedicating some of their newest and largest ships to these shorter itineraries. These sailings are ideal for first-time cruisers...

See the history, status of Mexico’s 27 temples

5 Oct 2025, 2:00 a.m. MDT When the Mexico City Mexico Temple was dedicated in December 1983, it was only the country’s first house of the Lord for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Yet when this same temple was rededicated 25 years...

Celebrating excellence: Meet our 2025 tourism champions

Highlands County rolled out the red carpet for its tourism leaders at the recent Tourism Insights & Awards Luncheon, where Visit Sebring honored eight individuals and organizations with the prestigious Winner’s Circle Awards. These annual awards...

Mexico’s week in review: Security challenges and cooperation as Sheinbaum wraps up one year in office

The week of Sept. 29 to Oct. 3 marked President Claudia Sheinbaum’s one-year anniversary in office, a milestone punctuated by strong public approval, intensified security cooperation with the United States, and persistent challenges in trade and...

Travelers warned having this common item in luggage could get you removed from the flight

09:00 ET, 04 Oct 2025Updated 12:55 ET, 04 Oct 2025 Airport security will check that your vape is packed correctly (Image: izusek via Getty Images) Knowing what to pack and what not to pack can be overwhelming these days, as it seems guidelines are...

Yuma braces for steady winter travel season amid drop in Canadian visitors

As the winter travel season begins, tourism leaders in Yuma say they expect visitor numbers to remain steady compared to last year – not up, but not down either. “We’re hopeful we’ll be fairly flat compared to last year,” said Marcus Carney,...

One U.S. State Breaks Canada's Travel Boycott Early Thanks To A Loyal Type Of Canadian Tourist

Canada's travel boycott of the United States began in February after many Canadians felt disrespected by President Donald Trump's tariff threats and remarks about the country becoming America's "51st state." Cross-border travel has continued to...

No holiday from crime: Thieves now using AI to target hotel guests

LONDON: Internet security company Kaspersky is warning holidaymakers that their credit card information "might be at risk" following a series of cyberattacks on hotels. A group called RevengeHotels is now using artificial intelligence to make...