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La Veleta Tulum neighborhood Map

What Is La Veleta in Tulum — and What Are You Buying Into Now? 

By Heron Real Estate | May 2026 | Last updated: May 2026 If you are looking at condos for sale in Tulum, you have looked at La Veleta, whether you knew the name or not. It is the neighborhood behind a large share of the town's listings, sold as the authentic, creative, jungle-town heart of Tulum — and described in terms that rarely mention the two things that most affect an owner there: the roads and...

Michelin-recognized dining in Quintana Roo, Mexico

Where Michelin Eats in Quintana Roo, Mexico

By Heron Real Estate · May 2026 The Michelin Guide arrived in Mexico in 2024 and returned in 2025, and across both editions, Quintana Roo has held its ground. Three stars. Four Bib Gourmands. Thirteen recommended addresses scattered between Puerto Morelos and Tulum. Every restaurant from the inaugural year retained its distinction in the second — a quiet vote of confidence that, in Michelin's...

Tulum vs Playa del Carmen real estate 2026

Tulum vs Playa del Carmen: Where to Buy in 2026

By Heron Real Estate · May 2026 The question arrives in every first conversation: Tulum or Playa del Carmen? It is the most common real estate query in the Riviera Maya, and the answer is never the same twice — because the right market depends entirely on how you intend to use the property, how long you plan to hold it, and what you value in a daily environment. Both cities sit on the same...

buying property riviera maya foreign buyers

How to buy property in Mexico as a foreigner: legal structures, closing costs, and 2026 rates

Source: Heron Real Estate, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico Foreign nationals can own property in Mexico's coastal zone — legally, securely, and with full rights. What the process actually involves, what it costs in 2026, and what to verify before signing anything. In this guide: Can foreigners own property in Mexico? Legal ownership structures Closing costs in 2026 — what to...

Region 15 Tulum real estate

What Is Region 15 in Tulum — and Why Are Buyers Looking There Now?

By Heron Real Estate | April 2026 | Last updated: April 2026 If you have spent any time researching Tulum real estate in the past twelve months, you have likely come across Region 15. It appears in listing descriptions, investment reports, and conversations with developers — yet most of the content about it is thin, vague, or written to sell a specific project rather than explain the zone...

Condo for sale Tulum

A Beach for Everyone: Free Access to Playa Mangle in Tulum Officially Restored

Great news for beach lovers! The stunning Playa Mangle in Tulum is now officially a public beach again, thanks to a decisive move by the National Commission of Natural Protected Areas (CONANP). This victory means that both locals and tourists can now enjoy one of Tulum's most beautiful coastlines without any charge. This is a crucial step for Tulum public beaches and a win for sustainable tourism in...

buying pre-sale vs. resale property

Buying pre-sale vs. resale in the Riviera Maya: how to choose based on your actual situation

The question is not which is better. It is which is better for what you are trying to do. Pre-sale and resale properties in the Riviera Maya are fundamentally different financial instruments. They have different risk profiles, different legal timelines, different cost structures, and they suit different buyer situations. What follows is a direct comparison — with the numbers, the legal distinctions,...

Medical Services in Quintana Roo: Accessibility, Quality, and Variety for Expats and Tourists

Mexico boasts an impressive and efficient healthcare system consisting of both public and private schemes. The majority of Mexican hospitals are excellent and staffed by highly trained, often English-speaking doctors. However, some nursing and care staff might not speak English. Mexico has achieved universal health coverage, and its public healthcare system is used by most Mexican residents. Despite...