16,000 miles is a long way, especially for one man on a motorbike.

But that's the distance island scuba instructor, Tony Anschutz, plans to ride, in a zigzag route taking him from Colorado, via Canada and Alaska, all the way across Mexico to Cozumel.

Why would he make such a crazy trip? Simple: to warn about the dangers of cell phone use while driving.

Newspaper reports have revealed details of the proposed new Tulum airport, on the Riviera Maya near Cozumel, including the date the project will be put out to tender.

Local politicians have described the project as an "economic trigger" for the development of tourism on the mainland.

Top American magazine publisher, Forbes, said last week that there are "no bullets on the beaches" and "you can still find cheap, safe vacations" in Mexico.

They went on to specifically recommend Cozumel as one of the best places to visit.

In an article on their website, Forbes pointed out that while drug violence exists in some areas of Mexico, the tourist areas remain secure.

Canadian airline, WestJet, said earlier this month that they will start new seasonal flights from Toronto to Cozumel this winter.

From December 10, 2009, the carrier will fly twice a week from Toronto to Cozumel non-stop.