Negotiated Living: An Ethno-Historical Perspective of Punta Allen

Punta Allen, located within the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve and under the jurisdiction of Tulum Municipality, holds unique agency in shaping regional tourism development. Unlike other communities, Punta Allen's lobster fishing and tourism cooperatives engage in meaningful negotiations with both the reserve and municipality, enabling them to influence their village's future. This 'negotiated living' approach demonstrates how local governance structures can balance ecological conservation with sustainable economic growth, offering a model for other UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

McRae, D. T. Negotiated Living: An Ethno-Historical Perspective of Punta Allen. https://doi.org/10.12794/metadc955101