https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/mexico tourism board/ Mexico Tourism Board News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:36:20+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gastronomy-culture-and-safety-meridas-winning-offer-for-world-cup-travelers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gastronomy-culture-and-safety-meridas-winning-offer-for-world-cup-travelers/ Mérida, the vibrant capital of Mexico’s Yucatán state, is staking its claim as one of the most compelling destinations for international visitors heading to the FIFA World Cup 2026. With its strategic location, exceptional connectivity, rich cultural offerings and world-class gastronomy, Mérida’s tourism leadership is pitching the city as an ideal 2- to 4-day complement to the excitement of the tournament. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:55:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chihuahua-the-home-of-adventure-after-the-fifa-world-cup-2026/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chihuahua-the-home-of-adventure-after-the-fifa-world-cup-2026/ As Mexico, along with the United States and Canada, prepares to welcome thousands of visitors for the FIFA World Cup from June 11 to July 19, 2026—with matches in Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey—the northern state of Chihuahua is emerging as the perfect place to extend the experience beyond football. Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:23:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-ritz-carlton-mexico-city-opens-to-first-guests/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-ritz-carlton-mexico-city-opens-to-first-guests/ Soaring 58-stories high, the Ritz-Carlton, Mexico City is located in a stunning building concept by Taller G and features 153 guest rooms and suites. Fri, 29 Oct 2021 04:26:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-to-reopen-land-borders-in-november/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-to-reopen-land-borders-in-november/ The destination has restricted travel from its northern and southern neighbours since March last year, due to the Covid-19 pandemic. No firm date was given for the move. Wed, 13 Oct 2021 05:16:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/accor-welcomes-opening-of-novotel-mexico-city-toreo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/accor-welcomes-opening-of-novotel-mexico-city-toreo/ Located near main business hubs, shopping centres and tourist destinations, the hotel is the main flagship property for Novotel in the North and Central American region. Fri, 20 Aug 2021 12:35:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/no-north-america-tourism-recovery-until-2025/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/no-north-america-tourism-recovery-until-2025/ A new report has found that total international arrivals to the region declined 67 per cent year-on-year in 2020, while inbound expenditure slipped by 74 per cent. Tue, 17 Aug 2021 09:48:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-hotels-by-marriott-riviera-nayarit-opens-in-mexico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-hotels-by-marriott-riviera-nayarit-opens-in-mexico/ Marriott has welcomed the opening of Delta Hotels by Marriott, Riviera Nayarit. Located on a hillside in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Riviera Nayarit, the resort offers an all-inclusive experience. Wed, 11 Aug 2021 05:42:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rosewood-mexico-city-to-debut-in-2024/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rosewood-mexico-city-to-debut-in-2024/ Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has been appointed by real estate development firm Grupo Sordo Madaleno to operate Rosewood Mexico City. The new hotel is will be located in the Polanco district. Fri, 14 May 2021 06:01:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-2021-tourism-leaders-for-first-post-covid-event/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-2021-tourism-leaders-for-first-post-covid-event/ Hundreds of the foremost business leaders, government ministers and key decision-makers in the global tourism sector will meet face-to-face this week for WTTC Global Summit. Fri, 23 Apr 2021 13:30:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-relaunch-mexico-city-connections-in-july/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-relaunch-mexico-city-connections-in-july/ Emirates flight EK255 will depart Dubai at 03:25, arriving in Barcelona at 08:35, before departing again at 10:50 and arriving into Mexico City at 16:05 the same day. Fri, 23 Apr 2021 05:54:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tianguis-turistico-to-take-place-in-person-in-september-next-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tianguis-turistico-to-take-place-in-person-in-september-next-year/ Miguel Torruco Marqués, minister of tourism for Mexico, and the governor of the state of Yucatán, Mauricio Vila Dosal, have boldly confirmed Tianguis Turístico will take place in person next year. Tue, 10 Nov 2020 05:29:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mundo-maya-region-forms-new-mexico-tourism-board/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mundo-maya-region-forms-new-mexico-tourism-board/ Secretaries of tourism from the states that make up the Mundo Maya region – including Yucatán, Quintana Roo, Chiapas, Tabasco and Campeche – signed the partnership earlier. Fri, 14 Aug 2020 05:42:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-westin-monterrey-valle-opens-in-mexico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-westin-monterrey-valle-opens-in-mexico/ Acquired by Fibra Inn and operated by Grupo Hotelero Prisma, the new property is located in the heart of the city’s famous San Pedro Garza Garcia neighbourhood - one of the most prestigious areas in Monterrey. Wed, 26 Feb 2020 12:21:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-unveils-first-speakers-ahead-of-global-summit/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-unveils-first-speakers-ahead-of-global-summit/ WTTC is focused on the ways that the world is changing, and how this will initiate a change in how we travel, and how the tourism sector operates. Mon, 10 Feb 2020 08:13:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-launches-mexico-city-service-via-barcelona/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-launches-mexico-city-service-via-barcelona/ Commanding the first leg of the Mexico City flight was captain Abdelrazaq Alfahim, a UAE national, and captain Gabriel Noltenius Hahnel, a Mexican national. Tue, 10 Dec 2019 10:10:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/seadust-cancun-family-resort-opens-new-guest-portal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/seadust-cancun-family-resort-opens-new-guest-portal/ With the summer season in full swing, Seadust Cancun Family Resort has opened its online guest portal to invite guests to take full control of their holiday. Thu, 25 Jul 2019 09:12:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-launch-new-mexico-city-service-in-december/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-launch-new-mexico-city-service-in-december/ Emirates will launch a new daily service from Dubai to Mexico City International Airport, via the Spanish city of Barcelona, on December 9th. Citizens from Mexico, Spain and the UAE only need their passports to enjoy visa-free travel to each respective country. Tue, 16 Jul 2019 16:51:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-the-magic-down-there-is-so-strong-loco-fo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-the-magic-down-there-is-so-strong-loco-fo/ Once a playground for the Hollywood jet set, the tourism sector in Acapulco has been hit in recent years by drug-fuelled crime. As the Mexican resort seeks to recover its reputation, Sapphire Goss visits for Breaking Travel News to see if the city can capitalise on its past to become something completely new Sun, 12 May 2019 11:01:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-tianguis-turistico-mexico2/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-tianguis-turistico-mexico2/ Following a controversial decision by the new Mexican government to radically curtail the work of the national tourist board, Sapphire Goss heads to Tianguis Turístico in Acapulco to assess how the move is being received by the local hospitality sector Thu, 18 Apr 2019 08:59:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/renaissance-cancun-resort-marina-takes-brand-into-mexico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/renaissance-cancun-resort-marina-takes-brand-into-mexico/ Renaissance Hotels has announced the opening of Renaissance Cancún Resort & Marina, the brand’s first hotel to open in Mexico. Renaissance Cancún Resort & Marina encourages travellers to discover the hidden gems that gives its neighbourhoods soul through its whimsical design. Mon, 18 Feb 2019 09:57:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/turkish-airlines-flies-into-mexico-with-new-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/turkish-airlines-flies-into-mexico-with-new-route/ The Mexico City-Istanbul route will be operated from Turkish Airlines’ new home at Istanbul Airport, slated to be the world’s largest once all phases are completed. Mon, 28 Jan 2019 18:19:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-to-offer-flights-to-los-cabos-mexico-next-winter/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-to-offer-flights-to-los-cabos-mexico-next-winter/ Already offering direct flights to Cancun and Puerto Vallarta, TUI will offer the only direct flights to the destination from the UK, offering two flights a week from London Gatwick from November 2019. Fri, 02 Nov 2018 08:55:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-celebrates-as-long-term-tourism-strategy-pays-dividends/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-celebrates-as-long-term-tourism-strategy-pays-dividends/ Mexico welcomed a record-breaking 39.3 million visitors in 2017, a 78.7 per cent increase in international visitation to the country since 2012. Wed, 24 Oct 2018 14:38:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-summer-reception-showcases-tourism-offering-in-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-summer-reception-showcases-tourism-offering-in-uk/ The first Mexico Summer Reception has come to a close after holding events in Edinburgh, Manchester and London in a highly successful and busy week for the Mexico Tourism Board. Thu, 12 Jul 2018 14:16:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-discovering-the-duendes-in-magico-hidalgo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-discovering-the-duendes-in-magico-hidalgo/ After discovering more about Mexican tourism during Tianguis Turístico, Sapphire Goss here explores the surrounding state of Hidalgo and encounters a little slice of England in Latin America Wed, 04 Jul 2018 10:30:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-tianguis-turistico-mexico1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-tianguis-turistico-mexico1/ Tianguis Turístico México is the most important tourism event in Latin America, bringing together professionals of the worldwide tourism industry. Here Sapphire Goss visits for Breaking Travel News to discover how Mexico has revolutionised its tourism sector in recent years. Fri, 20 Apr 2018 04:13:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-punta-monterrey-beach-resort-mexico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-punta-monterrey-beach-resort-mexico/ Punta Monterrey Beach Resort is a private beach where guests can really relax and be in touch with nature and the sea. The property is surrounded by 300 acres of jungle which is an ecological reserve. Here Adam Kahan visits for Breaking Travel News. Mon, 26 Mar 2018 08:21:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-casa-kimberly-puerto-vallarta-mexico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-casa-kimberly-puerto-vallarta-mexico/ Built in 1958, Casa Kimberly is a secluded, luxurious residence in the dreamy town of Puerto Vallarta. On the western coast of Mexico, overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the hotel plays homage to its namesake, the daughter of Hollywood stars Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor. Here Adam Kahan visits for Breaking Travel News to discover more about this one of a kind location. Tue, 13 Mar 2018 10:48:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-adds-millions-of-seats-in-airlift-capacity-in-2017/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-adds-millions-of-seats-in-airlift-capacity-in-2017/ Figures from the Mexico Tourism Board have shown international airline connectivity into the country has increased dramatically - reaching 28 million seats in direct flights to Mexico per annum. Thu, 21 Dec 2017 11:03:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wtm-2017-mexico-launches-new-promotion-campaign-to-uk-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wtm-2017-mexico-launches-new-promotion-campaign-to-uk-travellers/ The Mexico Tourism Board has revealed its new campaign, “A World of Its Own” to the UK – its third biggest market – at World Travel Market. The campaign represents the next chapter in Mexico’s global tourism positioning and promotion, and focuses on the vibrant, multi-faceted experiences that keep Brits returning to Mexico and its hundreds of destinations, time and again. Tue, 07 Nov 2017 09:20:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wtm-2017-mexico-confirmed-as-headline-sponsor/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wtm-2017-mexico-confirmed-as-headline-sponsor/ Mexico has been confirmed as the headline sponsor for visitor registration at WTM London 2017 – the leading global event for the travel industry. The agreement is part of the destination’s plan to further promote itself to the global travel and tourism industry, building on a successful year. Sun, 05 Nov 2017 10:58:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/mexico-tourism-board-launches-new-global-ad-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/mexico-tourism-board-launches-new-global-ad-campaign/ The Mexico Tourism Board has unveiled a new global campaign, A World of Its Own. The campaign represents the next chapter in the destination’s global tourism positioning and focuses on the vibrant, multi-faceted experiences that keep visitors coming back to Mexico and its hundreds of destinations, time and again. Wed, 27 Sep 2017 12:17:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexican-president-pena-nieto-in-china-for-alibaba-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexican-president-pena-nieto-in-china-for-alibaba-deal/ Alibaba Group executive chairman Jack Ma and Mexico president Enrique Peña Nieto have witnessed the signing of a memorandum of understanding designed to promote Mexican products and assist companies seeking to tap into the dynamic Chinese economy through e-commerce. Thu, 07 Sep 2017 12:09:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/seadust-cancun-family-resort-launches-in-mexico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/seadust-cancun-family-resort-launches-in-mexico/ Seadust Cancun Family Resort, a new beachfront all-inclusive property catering to families, will begin welcoming guests this month. Situated on Cancun’s renowned hotel zone, Seadust Cancun Family Resort features 505 spacious guest accommodations, diverse dining establishments, amenities for all ages, access to the Mexican Caribbean’s most pristine beach and so much more. Thu, 17 Aug 2017 08:22:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/acapulco-mexico-hosts-successful-tianguis-turistico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/acapulco-mexico-hosts-successful-tianguis-turistico/ The 42nd edition of Tianguis Turístico in Acapulco, organised by the Mexico Tourism Board, broke records in terms of attendees, number of business meetings and participation from companies, buyers, and countries. The figures show the event exceeding the results in all of these categories from all Tianguis Turístico during the last five years. Wed, 05 Apr 2017 08:41:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-welcomes-35m-international-visitors-in-2016/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-welcomes-35m-international-visitors-in-2016/ The Mexico Tourism Board has announced a record-breaking 35 million international visitors travelled to Mexico in 2016, representing a growth of nine per cent compared to 2015. Thu, 02 Mar 2017 10:16:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-sees-surge-in-global-air-connectivity/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-sees-surge-in-global-air-connectivity/ The Mexico Tourism Board have announced that Mexico’s global air connectivity continues to grow at a record pace, with airlines around the world adding new routes, additional flights on existing routes, and upgrading to the latest aircraft models with larger capacities in order to meet the impressive demand for travel to Mexico. Mon, 30 Jan 2017 11:17:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-travel-market-2016-mexico-prepares-to-welcome-hotel-xcaret/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-travel-market-2016-mexico-prepares-to-welcome-hotel-xcaret/ Visitors with an interest in green tourism can find out about Hotel Xcaret, which is currently under construction in Mexico and which will be the first hotel to have an EarthCheck certification for its planning and design when it opens next year. The 900-room all-suite luxury ocean-front resort is due to open in December 2017 in the Maya Riviera, the first accommodation made from start to finish by the consortium Grupo Experiencias Xcaret, which prides itself on its commitment to sustainability, social responsibility and innovation. Wed, 09 Nov 2016 07:34:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-cultural-tourism-in-veracruz-mexico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-cultural-tourism-in-veracruz-mexico/ Veracruz, bathed by the waters of the Gulf of Mexico, is located in the eastern part of Mexico. It thrives as a symbol of the country’s culture and history, famed for its abundant natural wealth and lands filled with history and the aroma of coffee. Here Breaking Travel News reporter Eleanor Hawkins joins a trip operated by local tour operator Totonal to find out more. Wed, 11 May 2016 17:15:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-tianguis-turistico-mexico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-tianguis-turistico-mexico/ Designed to encourage the promotion of Mexico’s tourism products and services and increase the flow of visitors from domestic and international markets, Tianguis Turístico is the largest hospitality event in the country. Here Eleanor Hawkins reports for Breaking Travel News from the show and discovers a feeling of optimism surrounding the ever growing sector. Mon, 09 May 2016 09:34:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iata-agm-2015-mexico-city-airport-receives-official-support/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iata-agm-2015-mexico-city-airport-receives-official-support/ The International Air Transport Association and Mexico’s ministry of communications and transportation have signed a memorandum of understanding in which IATA will provide technical and operational assistance for the design and construction of Mexico City’s new airport. The agreement also encompasses IATA offering technical and professional advice for the current Mexico City airport to ensure it continues to operate efficiently until the new facility is completed around 2020. Mon, 08 Jun 2015 08:42:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-and-brazil-approve-visa-exemption/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-and-brazil-approve-visa-exemption/ The governments of Mexico and Brazil have agreed to the exemption of the short-stay visas in ordinary passports for their citizens. The move is designed to increase the flow of travellers between the two nations. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 08:10:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/rodolfo-lopez-negrete-coppel-chief-executive-officer-mexico-tourist-board/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/rodolfo-lopez-negrete-coppel-chief-executive-officer-mexico-tourist-board/ Rodolfo Lopez Negrete Coppel, Chief Executive Officer, Mexico Tourist Board, speaks to Breaking Travel News at ITB Berlin 2013. Mon, 11 Mar 2013 13:46:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/national-agreement-on-tourism-achieves-progress-of-85/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/national-agreement-on-tourism-achieves-progress-of-85/ Mexico Secretary of Tourism Gloria Guevara Manzo said that the National Agreement on Tourism has achieved progress of 85 percent towards the actions committed to by the federal government. Sat, 01 Dec 2012 20:30:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-surpasses-targets-for-tourist-arrivals/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-surpasses-targets-for-tourist-arrivals/ The Mexico Ministry of Tourism reports that private investment for the development and maintenance of tourism projects in the period January 2007 to September 2012 reached $20,129,900,000 USD, a figure that exceeds the established six-year target of 20 billion dollars. Fri, 30 Nov 2012 17:30:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-tourism-board-to-sponsor-hispanics-in-travel-caucus/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-tourism-board-to-sponsor-hispanics-in-travel-caucus/ ASTA and NTA are pleased to announce that the Mexico Tourism Board has signed on to sponsor the Hispanics in Travel Caucus’ Café con Leche and a panel discussion, “25 Reasons Why Hispanics Are Important in Growing Your Travel Business,” both held in conjunction with ASTA’s Travel Retailing and Destination Expo. Fri, 07 Sep 2012 02:30:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitbritain-inks-deal-with-mexico-tourism-board/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitbritain-inks-deal-with-mexico-tourism-board/ VisitBritain has announced it has signed an agreement with the Mexico Tourism Board to help boost tourist flow between the two countries. This comes immediately after Los Cabos G20 summit at which the world’s leaders, for the first time, recognised the power of tourism to create jobs and generate economic growth. Fri, 22 Jun 2012 09:38:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/a-house-divided-against-itself-cannot-stand-tourism-in-mexico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/a-house-divided-against-itself-cannot-stand-tourism-in-mexico/ As it battles back from a series of catastrophes – including the swine flu epidemic of 2009, collapse of national carrier Mexicana and global economic downturn – Mexico continues to struggle with its violent image. But visiting Mexico City, Breaking Travel News here finds there are two sides to every story. Wed, 05 Oct 2011 07:20:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dozens-die-in-mexico-casino-attack/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dozens-die-in-mexico-casino-attack/ A casino in Northern Mexico was set alight by two dozen gunmen, trapping gamblers inside, which resulted in the deaths of 53 people. Fri, 26 Aug 2011 09:29:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-city-is-a-touch-away-with-new-travel-app/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-city-is-a-touch-away-with-new-travel-app/ One of the world’s largest metropolitan spaces is now easier to maneuver with the launch of the StyleMap Mexico City application, now available to download for free at the iTunes store. Mon, 01 Aug 2011 07:00:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-summit-2011-growing-mexican-drug-violence-no-threat-to-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-summit-2011-growing-mexican-drug-violence-no-threat-to-tourism/ Mexican President Felipe Calderon said that drug violence has yet to harm his country’s tourism, nor will it hinder his plans to continue growing the industry. Speaking to delegates at the WTTC Global Travel & Tourism Summit, he said there were “almost zero” incidents of tourists encountering crime related to drug cartels. Fri, 20 May 2011 08:37:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-state-tourism-minister-murdered-by-gunmen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-state-tourism-minister-murdered-by-gunmen/ The tourism secretary for the Mexican state of Culiacan has been murdered by gunmen. Antonio Ibarra Salgado and his driver died in an ambush while travelling in the secretary’s official vehicle on the streets of the state capital. Wed, 23 Dec 2009 13:58:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quepasa-and-mexicos-tourism-board-announce-social-media-marketing-initiativ/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quepasa-and-mexicos-tourism-board-announce-social-media-marketing-initiativ/ Quepasa Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: QPSA) Quepasa.com, one of the world’s fastest-growing Latino social networks, today announced that it will be collaborating with Mexico’s Tourism Board—officially known as the Consejo de Promocion Turistica de Mexico, SA de CA—with regards to an online initiative aimed at promoting tourism to Mexico. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:22:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090520205113840/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090520205113840/ AeroMexico, the Mexico Tourism Board and other travel industry partners are joining together to encourage people in the United States, Canada and other countries to travel to Mexico. Wed, 20 May 2009 20:51:58 +0000