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 …
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The crime rates for Tulum have become a big concern for travelers, and it’s not a huge surprise considering the change in this destination over the past 15 years. Once a sleepy little fishing village that attracted small numbers of hippie travelers, Tulum has grown into a fully-fledged municipality and a world-known tourism destination. Like …
After weeks of high-level talks with the federal government of Mexico, the state governor of Quintana Roo, Mara Lezama, has announced the new Citizen Security Law has been given the green light. This huge change in law enforcement and its organization is designed to rapidly improve the security situation in Quintana Roo, with the …
Easter is one of the busiest times for resorts in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean, and this year is no exception. Well over a million travelers are projected to flock to the sun-soaked region over the following weeks, prompting authorities to launch a massive security operation to safeguard visitors. Combined with recent U.S. travel warnings, …
Much like Cancun, Playa del Carmen is one of the most popular Mexican Caribbean destinations for travelers. The coastal resort town is expected to welcome a record amount of visitors this year as travel numbers continue to pick up. With several recent travel warnings from U.S. officials, local authorities in Playa del Carmen have announced …
Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean’s reputation as a safe and welcoming destination for sun-seeking travelers is in the balance following recent U.S. travel warnings. Despite the alarming situation, the region remains the safest in Mexico for travelers as millions of visitors are expected to flock there over spring. By following some essential safety tips, travelers …
Spotting armed guards or fully-armed military personnel is a surprising yet common sight in many Mexican Caribbean resort hotspots. This week, officials announced that the country’s National Guard will deploy troops in Tulum, one of the most visited cities in Quintana Roo, in an effort to boost safety for travelers. Authorities are currently gearing up …
A surprise joint police and military initiative began in recent days that includes members of the security forces performing surprise inspections in the bars and nightclubs of Playa Del Carmen. While the presence of police and military personnel in the streets of the city is nothing new, it is less common to extend their patrol …
The authorities in Playa Del Carmen are taking another huge step to improve security for tourists in the form of increased motorcycle patrols by local law enforcement. And this increase is far from being a PR exercise, with patrols being increased from the current number of 20 per day to over 300. The vast …
The popular resort destination of Tulum experienced its most recent case of gang-related violence early Friday morning after an altercation resulted in the deaths of two individuals in a local hostel. The shocking case is a reminder that although Tulum is a safe destination, crime remains an issue that can strike anywhere at any time. …