Gabriel Torres Ibarra
Senior editorial manager coordinating political and economic coverage across major desks.
Mexico Deploys 100,000 Officers for World Cup Security
Mexico deployed 100,000 security personnel, 2,000 military vehicles and drones at tourist sites and World Cup 2026 host cities, following the shooting at the Teotihuacan pyramids.
Guatemala Bets on Maya Tourism as Rural Development Engine
Guatemala launched the Ruta Maya 2030 plan to convert Maya archaeological heritage, including Tikal, into a driver of rural and indigenous development in high-poverty communities.
Costa Rica Keeps Its Lead as Top Eco-Tourism Destination
Costa Rica received 712,000 tourists in the first quarter of 2026, consolidating its position as the region's leading ecotourism destination with 8.4% growth.
El Salvador Rises to Level 1 US State Dept. Safety Rating
El Salvador received the highest US State Department security rating, boosting international tourism with hotel bookings 35% higher.
Colombia and Mexico Lead Air Tourism Recovery in 2026
ASUR reported that Colombia led air growth with a 15% increase in January 2026, while Mexico grew 0.9% and Puerto Rico recorded a 2.1% decline.
Peru Recovers Tourism at Machu Picchu with New Access Rules
Peru limited access to Machu Picchu to 4,500 daily visitors with mandatory reservations to preserve the site, while tourism grows 18% over 2025.