The number of noise complaints filed by residents and travelers across the Mexican Caribbean is on the rise this year. As the region continues its upward trend in popularity, Quintana Roo’s bars, restaurants, and nightclubs are busier than ever. And with arrival figures expected to further skyrocket towards the end of the year, officials are …
Police
A huge investment in law enforcement vehicles and equipment has seen the Cancun police become better prepared than ever. Added to the roster to protect travelers and locals are 66 patrol cars, 35 pickup trucks, 20 motorcycles, as well as 4 ATVs, which will presumably be added to the beach patrols to make security even …
The stunning tourism hotspot of Isla Mujeres is a truly special destination. Close enough to the coastline and Cancun to see the bright lights at night, it provides a more exclusive and contained experience for travelers. A huge plus of this exclusivity, and perhaps one of the top-selling points for Isla Mujeres, is just how …
Officials in the emerging hotspot of Bacalar recently announced a massive new security operation to protect travelers over the summer. The coastal destination is most famous for its stunning azure lagoons, where travelers can find unique bungalow accommodations and scenic nature trails. With the destination exploding in popularity this summer, authorities are keen on protecting a growing …
The endlessly popular Hotel Zone in Cancun is receiving a huge boost in security this summer, with the confirmation that the recent increase in security personnel, which includes 250 patrol units, will continue at least to the end of the summer season. On top of this increase in security personnel, Cancun’s now widespread surveillance network …
The security of Isla Mujeres has been given yet another boost after the previously announced Safe Summer 2023 operation officially began this past weekend. With this small island exploding in popularity, the need for a more robust security apparatus is a no-brainer. Thankfully, the approach to travelers’ safety has shifted in the past few years …
Government officials on the magical island of Isla Mujeres have announced that the destination will receive extensive new police and military patrols across the entire island. Announcements such as this naturally raise some questions from travelers. Is Isla Mujeres safe? Why are they doing this? Are the authorities expecting new dangers? Thankfully for travelers, this …
In yet another effort to boost safety for millions of travelers this summer, Mexican officials have deployed hundreds of tourist police to deter organized crime. With safety being one of the hottest topics this year, authorities want to prevent criminals from damaging the Mexican Caribbean’s stellar reputation or, worse, targeting travelers. As millions of people …
Travelers to Cancun are to receive yet another new layer of security in the destination, adding to the already huge increase in safety and security initiatives in 2023 so far. It has already been known for some time that Cancun is receiving 1000 new security cameras, but now it has been announced that 70 of …
Tulum, one of the main tourist magnets in the Mexican Caribbean, has seen a drop in crime rates amid ongoing efforts to bolster safety for travelers. The cultural and historical hotspot has grappled with organized crime this year, with shocking cases of murder and armed robberies making the headlines and damaging the destination’s otherwise excellent …