OCTOBER 18–24, 2026
Mexico this week
San Pancho, road news & Día de Muertos
Published October 24, 2026. This edition brings together our latest coastal reporting, practical road information and seasonal culture, alongside four journeys through Nayarit. Follow each link for the full story, photographs and source details.
National highlights | October 18–24
English summaries of original Spanish-language reporting, checked October 24, 2026.
Digital payments: what could change
EL PAÍS reports Senate approval of legislation expanding digital payments. Implementation details remain important for businesses and consumers; the measure is not a blanket ban on cash.
Read the original EL PAÍS explainer — October 23 (Spanish) →
Living costs: electricity and airfares rise
Consumer prices increased 0.41% in the first half of October, with annual inflation at 3.62%, EL PAÍS reports using INEGI figures. Electricity and air travel contributed to the increase.
Read the original EL PAÍS report — October 22 (Spanish) →
October 26 transport protest: talks continue
A transport protest has been announced for Monday, October 26. Gobernación is urging dialogue, while AMTAC says it will not participate, UnoTV reports. Participation and disruption remain uncertain: this announcement is not confirmation of current road closures. Check current route information before travelling.
Read UnoTV’s updated reporting — October 24 (Spanish) →
Día de Muertos in the capital
Mexico City’s seasonal programme includes the October 31 parade, monumental ofrendas and cempasúchil displays. EL PAÍS gathers the dates and free activities in a guide that complements Tara’s bread story.
Read the original EL PAÍS events guide — October 24 (Spanish) →
San Pancho: damage at Punta Paraíso
Heavy surf and coastal erosion have damaged the beachfront development. Spanish-language reports describe evacuations, a partial collapse and an emergency response. Our English account explains what has been reported and what remains uncertain about the extent of the damage.
On the road: Nogales to Mazatlán
Our October 22 road report brings together recent traveller accounts through Sonora and Sinaloa, checkpoint experiences and a vehicle-permit reminder, plus road news from México–Toluca, Oaxaca and Puebla. These are dated reports; conditions can change before your journey.
Read the October 22 road report →
Tara A. Spears: more than a sweet roll
With Día de Muertos approaching, Tara explores the flavour and symbolism of pan de muerto, from its round shape to its sugar-dusted bones. Her illustrated feature includes a local stop at Expresso 89 Café in La Peñita.
Nayarit this week: coast, culture and community
The local roundup covers San Pancho, dated coastal-weather reporting, announced transport plans, Tepic’s Day of the Dead celebrations, culture from San Blas to Sangangüey, and the JBARS bingo and volunteer notice shared in Friends Riviera Nayarit Mexico. Tara’s new story is included too.
Read the full Nayarit roundup →
Four Nayarit journeys through Bill Bell’s camera
Take a break from the headlines with our new travel stories and reels:
- Rincón de Guayabitos — a beach town for everyone under the sun.
- Lo de Marcos — beachside tranquility on the Pacific.
- Bucerías — a beach town on the Bay of Banderas.
- Tepic — the capital in the heart of Nayarit.
This is a curated weekly edition of our news, culture and travel coverage. Weather, event plans and road conditions may change after publication.