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  The Mexican Destination TikTok Just Discovered — And It’s Not Tulum Move over, Tulum. There’s a new Mexican destination taking over TikTok feeds in 2026 — and travelers are calling it the “Maldives of Mexico.” Welcome to Bacalar, a small town in southern Quintana Roo that’s suddenly everywhere on social media. From drone shots of its crystal-clear lagoon to aesthetic boutique hotels built over the water, Bacalar has become one of the fastest-growing travel searches among Americans looking for something more authentic — and less chaotic — than Cancun or Tulum. But is it really worth the hype? Where...