Vacation ownership is a segment that has increased its share of the national tourism market, especially during peak seasons, such as summer.
Furthermore, the Mexican Association of Tourism Developers (AMDETUR) reported that resorts with vacation ownership register up to 15 percentage points more occupancy than traditional hotels without a club.
However, the digital environment poses increasing risks. According to the World Bank, the number of cybercriminals in Mexico and Latin America has grown 25% annually over the last decade. Therefore, AMDETUR works with members and suppliers to raise cybersecurity standards in the industry. It also offers seven key recommendations for those who already have a membership or are looking to purchase a vacation property during the summer.
First, staying in contact with the club through official channels allows you to verify any requests received. Second, you should be cautious when faced with unexpected contacts requesting payments outside of your contract.
Third, it is recommended to avoid intermediaries in financial transactions and use only authorized formats. Fourth, it is suggested to ignore unverified links or applications from social media or unofficial emails.
Fifth, remember that contracts do not contemplate repurchases or rentals by the club; this helps identify fraud attempts. Sixth, being wary of unusual financial offers reduces exposure to scams and encourages validation with the developer. Seventh, if in doubt, contact the Club directly, which allows for confirmation of information and protection of personal data.
AMDETUR continues to promote cybersecurity measures together with technological partners and digital certifications applicable to the tourism sector. The Association reiterates the importance of digital education, the implementation of safe practices, and following the guidelines established by each Club.
The Mexican Caribbean Hotel Council (CHCM) recently expressed its concern over the proposed increase in the property tax rates of the municipality of Playa del Carmen for the 2026 fiscal year and issued an urgent call for dialogue with authorities, citizens, and the business community. (Playa del Carmen: Hoteliers Fear More Taxes Due to Cadastral Increase)
A letter sent to the municipality’s Cadastre Directorate, signed by David Ortiz Mena, president of CHCM (Chilean Chamber of Commerce), the organization that represents all the state’s hotel associations, warns that a disproportionate increase could have negative impacts on both the tourism sector and the general population.
Source: reportur
