March 2025 Edition

• Food Poisoning Incident at Local Resort – A wedding at a five-star resort in Playa del Carmen turned into a nightmare due to a suspected food poisoning outbreak. Guests and photographers experienced severe symptoms, leading to the postponement of the celebration. The resort has reinforced health protocols but found no clear evidence of contamination.
• Noise Level Inspections – The Solidaridad City Council has begun inspecting nightlife venues to enforce permitted noise levels following citizen complaints.
• Dolphin Show Closure – Federal inspectors have shut down the dolphin show at Barceló Riviera Maya Hotel due to a lack of permits and recent dolphin deaths.

Events & Community

• International Women's Day Marches – On March 8, 2025, marches advocating for gender equality took place across Mexico, including Playa del Carmen.
• Spring Break Travel Advisory – Visitors are urged to remain vigilant due to recent incidents in the region.