Yucatán joins UNWTO’s International Network of Sustainable Tourism Observatories to boost responsible and sustainable tourism development

UNWTO has welcomed Yucatán’s Tourism Observatory into its International Network of Sustainable Tourism Observatories (INSTO). Americas, 2023-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Yucatán Tourism Observatory was established in 2018 to generate and manage information around tourism development. This work has identified key challenges and opportunities and so led to the design of relevant policies… Read the full press release

State of Yucatan Receives First Blue Flag Certifications

YUCATAN, Mexico, 2020-Jun-15 — /Travel PR News/ — For the first time in its history, the state of Yucatán obtained “Blue Flag” recognition for two of its beaches. With this distinction, the destination confirms its commitment to provide more services of better quality to tourists and is brought to the attention of potential visitors worldwide…. Read the full press release

State Of Yucatán Receives WTTC ‘Travel Safety Stamp’

YUCATAN, Mexico, 2020-Jun-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The State of Yucatán received the “Travel Safety Stamp” from the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) for its adoption of new protocols to protect the health of travelers. The seal will give tourists confidence in the high standards of hygiene and sanitation in the state’s travel… Read the full press release

Marriott International to bring the W brand for the first time to Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula

218-room, oceanfront W Playa del Carmen is expected to open in 2023 MONTERREY, MEXICO, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today (JANUARY 9, 2020) announced that it has signed an agreement with Fibra Inn (BMV: FINN13, ADR OTC: DFBRY) to bring the W Hotels brand for the first time to… Read the full press release

Yucatan Named “State Of Peace” at World Summit of Nobel Peace Prize Laureates

Yucatán, Mexico, 2019-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The State of Yucatán, Mexico, completed its duties as host of the 17th edition of the World Summit of Nobel Peace Prize Laureates, which took place Sept. 19 to 22, with a closing ceremony that highlighted the state’s leadership and goals of peace and equality. During the… Read the full press release

Merida, the Capital of the State of Yucatan, is Named One of the Best Cities In Mexico at Travel + Leisure 2019 World’s Best Awards

New York, 2019-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The historic city of Merida, capital of Yucatan, has once again been named one of the top cities in Mexico by the readers of Travel + Leisure Magazine as announced this morning by the publication. Merida is the entry point to the State of Yucatan and a key… Read the full press release

IHG announces the opening of the new-build 131-room Holiday Inn Express® Merida Centro hotel in Yucatan, Mexico

IHG brings smart lodging to the cultural heart of this enchanting historical city Denham, United Kingdom, 2019-May-10 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG®, (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of world’s leading hotel companies, announces the opening of the new-build 131-room Holiday Inn Express® Merida Centro hotel. With a prime location in the city’s historic downtown, the property incorporates a… Read the full press release