In a recent incident highlighting ongoing concerns over taxi fares at Cancun International Airport, two American tourists were charged $500 USD for a ride to Tulum, a journey of approximately 74 miles. The fare included an additional fee of 2,500 pesos for stopping at two convenience stores, and the driver insisted on upfront cash payment, citing a lack of internet access for card transactions.
In response to this and similar occurrences, Quintana Roo Governor Mara Lezama has initiated efforts to regulate transportation fees at the airport. Emphasizing the importance of tourism to the region’s economy, Governor Lezama stated, “We cannot allow a few to affect the work of everyone…
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