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 …
The municipal civil protection authorities in Cancun have taken the decision to nearly double the number of lifeguards who will be on duty at the destination’s beaches. Spring brings a big bump to the area’s popularity, with many young people taking advantage of the spring break package deals that make the area one of the …
The United States has just issued a new travel warning for three Mexican Caribbean tourist hotspots, highlighting growing concern over visitors’ safety. The travel warning comes as Cancun and other resort destinations get ready to welcome thousands of travelers during the busy Spring travel period. With millions of travelers flocking to Cancun and the Mexican …
The State of Texas recently took the unusual step of issuing its own travel warning in an attempt to keep its citizens safe both during the upcoming Spring Break period and beyond. The travel warning, which was announced by the state over the weekend, warned travelers against visiting Mexico following a rise in violent incidents …
The number one concern for most tourists while on vacation is, of course, safety, and while Cancun has a great reputation in contrast to other areas of Mexico, the issue of safety is still an important one. The public areas of Cancun, including the hotel zone, are patrolled extensively by the police, national guard, and …
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 safety of online vacation rentals in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean has been a hot topic over the past years as platforms like Airbnb continue to see a surge in new apartments. Authorities in the region’s most visited city are in the final stages of implementing new regulations to make Airbnbs safer for travelers. …
A string of drownings in Cancun and the Riviera Maya this year has brought the issue of water safety to the limelight. Although the Mexican Caribbean is a safe beach destination for travelers, there are several risks that travelers need to keep in mind when visiting the region’s plentiful white-sand beaches. Strong currents, waves, and …
Officials have revealed that Mexico’s National Gaurd will be deployed to protect millions of travelers once the new Maya Train officially begins operations next December. The massive 1500-kilometer-long railway project will connect some of the top destinations in the Mexican Caribbean along a single route, significantly boosting mobility and making new destinations available for travelers. …