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, …
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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. …
Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean are poised to be among the most popular international destinations in 2023. Despite rising crime rates and news of bloodshed fueled by cartel violence in parts of Mexico, the Mexican state of Quintana Roo is one of the safest for travelers thanks to enhanced security measures. While organized crime remains …
Mexican Navy officers have detained a drug dealer in Playa del Carmen as officials step up safety measures ahead of the busy winter season. The arrest was made this week after more than 50 troops from the Mexican Navy were deployed to the famous seaside resort town. High-level officials recently announced that more than 200 …
Authorities in Cancun are to introduce new measures to prevent protesters from shutting down streets and affecting the city’s tightly packed hotel zone. The announcement was made after a protest last week left many tourists stranded and unable to catch their flights, causing economic losses for hotels and airlines. Cancun’s hotel zone is home to …