A new resort from hotelier Excellence Collection Group opened this week in the Playa Mujeres area near Cancuún, Quintana Roo.

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A California city voted to criminalize “aiding” and “abetting” homeless camps Tuesday — an unusual move that advocates say could stifle help for people who need it. In addition to making ...

The strongest storm to impact parts of California in over a year has arrived and was drenching hundreds of miles of the state Thursday. Coastal areas and valleys in Southern California ...

Seismologists are closely monitoring California's fault lines as concerns grow about the possibility that the "Big One" could happen soon. The "Big One" refers to a massive earthquake that could ...

As of Tuesday, the "Denmarkification" petition – which calls for the country of Denmark to buy the state of California – has collected more than 200,000 signatures. The petition comes in ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: If you have taken a water taxi from the marina to Playa del Amor, be sure to arrange a pick-up time with the boat driver and only pay for the journey to the beach upfront.

That’s the existential threat.” Their host was more measured. “I believe our system is durable,” California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta said. “We are being stress tested, but we’re durable.” ...

Mazatlán's residents don't bother with the tourist gridlock on Playa las Gaviotas; when they want a little beach time they head to Playa Olas Altas. Visit for yourself and you'll soon see why.

The best all-inclusive resorts in Playa del Carmen allow you to enjoy the region’s cenotes, beaches and natural beauty with food, drinks, activities and more—all rolled up into your rate.

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