The super popular boat tours from Cancun to Isla Mujeres are set to receive price regulation from the local government in an effort to protect both tourists and the boat operators. Currently, there are over 1,500 small boats operating this service, as well as over 25,000 passengers taking this spectacular trip daily. Pricing That Protects …
Tourist safety
Cancun is known for being a party vacation destination, and some tourists get pretty wild while visiting, maybe even a little too wild. In some cases, tourists, particularly American and European tourists, even get detained for not following certain laws, rules, and regulations. Just during the Easter holiday alone, more than 200 tourists were arrested …
There is a good chance that if you’re planning a vacation in Cancun, you have probably heard some of the talk about the city not being safe, and you may even be a little worried about it. Warnings from U.S. officials and the government, as well as from news anchors, have been flooding social media …
Many tourists who travel to Cancun and other Mexican Caribbean vacation destinations choose the region because it has amazing beaches. And there is plenty to do on the beaches, so spending an entire day on one of these stunning pieces of paradise isn’t hard at all. But if you’re going to be spending that much …
Despite the warnings about security in Cancun, it is generally a safe place to visit, and millions of Americans do it every year. But just like any other major city in any other country in the world, there are certain areas of the location you’ll want to avoid. The same goes for popular tourist destinations …
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 …
In Playa del Carmen, K-9 units continue to be critical in the fight between law enforcement and criminals. These units are known to be particularly useful at identifying drugs and the people transporting them. Recently, successful screening during patrols by K-9 units resulted in the arrest of two people transporting narcotics. Reliance on K-9 units …
In the peaceful and superbly beautiful town of Mahahual, the Caribbean Sea reminded travelers that it isn’t without danger and that even in its most calm destinations, conditions can change fast. Two male tourists had to be rescued from the water after getting into life-threatening difficulty during what was meant to be a relaxing swim …
The security situation of Quintana Roo post-pandemic can be best described as inconsistent — with flare-ups of incidents becoming a regular occurrence in this once super peaceful destination. For example, the chic destination of Tulum, where Instagram influencers are flocking to from the world over, has been the focus of more than its fair share …
There is no shortage of wildlife in and around Cancun, and it’s easy to forget that this corner of Mexico is made up of sprawling jungles and a tropical climate perfect for a wealth of animal species to thrive. Until recently, in the last 40 or so years, it was also one of the least …