Cancun Spring Travel Forecast

With spring just around the corner, Cancun is readying itself for a slew of travelers. 

During the first long weekend of the year, which celebrated Constitution Day in Mexico, occupancy in Cancun was 95 percent, compared to 80 percent last year. In 2013, Cancun welcomed more than 4.6 million visitors, and spring 2014 looks to be on track with an expected 44,000-50,000 visitors during the season.

Tourists can rest assured the destination is as safe as ever. It will be increasing security presence, as well as the number of lifeguards and beach patrols in the popular Hotel Zone.

Be sure to check out Cancun's new attractions this Spring. To start off the year, Cancun's Maya Museum is showcasing a new exhibition: Mayas, The Language of Beauty. This exhibit, which opened December 18, shows off 130 pieces from the Yucatan, Campeche and Tabasco regions. The Language of Beauty will showcase Mayan practices of beautification that include common decorative jewelry made from local items like seashell and jade; scarifications, tattoos and the tools used to accomplish these physical modifications; and the evolution of dress based on profession, social status, etc. The expo runs throng March.

In December, Experiencias Xcaret debuted a new attraction that pays tribute to the Xochimilco borough of Mexico City. Tourists can explore 4.6 miles of Venetian-like channels on trainers (gondola-like boats), while listening to traditional and live mariachi music. 

A new Xenotes Oasis Maya Tour lets guests experience Cancun's scenery and four different cenotes in one day. Visitors will test their skills while they rappel, zip line, snorkel and kayak.