Guadalajara, a city celebrated not only as the birthplace of mariachi, tequila, and charrería, but also as a premier destination for inclusive travel, is gearing up to host one of Latin America's largest Pride festivals from June 7 to June 14, 2025. The city's Convention and Visitors Bureau shares the details.
Mexico has unveiled a bold new National Climate Strategy aimed at boosting clean energy, protecting communities, and driving sustainable growth. Praised by the United Nations, the plan promises real-world results - from solar power in villages to green jobs and cleaner air in cities.
A new law aims to protect Mexico’s service workers by guaranteeing fair wages and labor rights, regardless of tips. If approved, the 2025 Ley de Propinas will require employers to pay a fixed daily wage and ensure tips go directly to employees, not as part of their salary. The reform also seeks to ensure workers receive full legal benefits.
Mexico attracted a record $21.4B dollars in foreign investment in early 2025, signaling strong global confidence in its economy. With rising exports, low unemployment, and steady growth, officials credit bottom-up economic policies for keeping the country on a solid path forward.
Get ready for one of the most exciting shopping events of the year - Hot Sale 2025 is just around the corner. From May 26 to June 3, more than 700 of Mexico’s top retailers and online stores will be offering thousands of exclusive discounts and deals on a wide range of products.
Nayarit is set to receive its first international flight at the newly expanded Tepic-Riviera Nayarit Airport, as Volaris begins service from Los Angeles on July 16. Backed by upgraded infrastructure and growing demand, this new route opens exciting opportunities for tourism across the state.
For April 2025, the total number of terminal passengers at GAP’s 12 Mexican airports increased by 9.9%, compared to April 2024. Tijuana, Guadalajara, Los Cabos, and Puerto Vallarta airports presented an increase in passenger traffic of 10.0%, 9.0%, 8.7%, and 5.7% respectively, compared to April 2024.
In a major win for the cruise industry, Mexico has significantly reduced its upcoming Non-Resident Duty (DNR) tax for cruise passengers to just $5 USD per person. The revised fee will take effect on July 1, 2025, replacing the much higher $42 tax that was originally set to begin in January.
Jalisco added 24,862 formal jobs from January to April 2025, contributing 14 of every 100 new jobs in Mexico. Ranking third nationwide, the state continues to grow as a key economic hub, supported by strong programs and a focus on business and local talent.
Mexico has begun a gradual transition to a 40-hour workweek, aiming for full implementation by 2030. Announced on May 1, 2025, the reform includes two rest days per week with no pay cuts, a phased rollout based on company size, and national discussions between workers, business leaders, academics, and civil society starting June 2.
