Los Cabos is the fastest-recovering destination in Mexico, having outpaced the likes of Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, and Mexico City in year-on-year growth. Last year alone, it hosted 3.5 million tourists, 25% more than the previous year. Cancun’s record-setting figures are still hard to beat; it is trailing behind Los Cabos’ recovery rate, registering a moderate …
Despite rising crime rates in numerous spots across the Caribbean, which have led U.S. authorities to issue stark travel warnings, putting travelers on high alert, a recent update leads us to believe Cancun is still one of the safest beach destinations not only in Mexico but the entire transnational region. America’s go-to sunny getaway, Cancun …
The Dominican Republic (DR) is one of the most popular beach destinations for Americans going abroad, famous for its pristine beaches, turquoise waters, and luxurious resorts lining the coast, but it’s also notoriously made headlines for its political instability and higher crime rates. Sadly, the situation outside development zones does not seem to be getting …
Mexico has had its fair share of alarming headlines lately, as some horror stories have come out of the popular vacation destination. While the report of Americans being kidnapped and killed in the border town of Matamoros took the world by storm, this uncommon incident does not mean there are no safe areas to visit …
Recent reports of violent crime in parts of Mexico may have caused a media furor in the U.S., but contrary to popular belief and what the latest travel advisories would have you believe, the country’s major urban centers and resort strips are still perfectly safe to visit. This includes Cancun, which remains the top destination …
Falling ill while on vacation has got to be one of the biggest concerns of Americans flying abroad, especially now in this post-pandemic context we’re living in. Spending your hard-earned yearly break sick in a hospital bed, in a foreign country where you’re unsure whether doctors can be trusted, and you may not be able …
Following the recent spike in gang activity across Mexico, several of Mexico’s tourist destinations have been ramping up security efforts so that tourists remain safe. After neighboring Cancun launched its own operation against crime, it’s now Tulum’s turn to strengthen its zero-tolerance policy. This week, Mexico’s status as a low-risk destination was challenged once again …
This week, Mexico’s reputation as a safe tourist destination was challenged once more following the kidnapping and murder of two U.S. citizens who had just crossed the border in Matamoros. The grave incident is the first of its kind to make headlines in months, but it’s been enough for Mexico to come under the scrutiny …
Tulum, one of the travelers’ favorite destinations in the Mexican Caribbean, is currently under inspection. Visitors might encounter armed guards from the country’s National Guard at tourist locations like the beach, the Archeological Zone, and in town. 50 troops have been deployed by the government to guarantee safety throughout popular tourist hotspots. According to the …
With security levels being lower across many countries in Latin America, it’s normal for Americans to worry about their personal safety when visiting. After all, they can make for easy targets, either due to not speaking the local language, carrying valuable tourist dollars on them, or not being knowledgeable about local customs. Luckily, one of …
Solo travel is something that can be so intriguing for many, yet panic-inducing for others. As alluring as the idea of traveling alone to a foreign place can be, any traveler will tell you that it’s also daunting, especially for first-timers. In a new report, the travel safety index highlights 10 locations around the globe …
Despite the latest political instability and surging crime rates, which have led the Government to instate a State of Emergency, Jamaica continues to break tourism records, and it is now on track to attain an 11 percent growth in 2023. Seeing that the U.S. is the strongest market for foreign visitors, we can infer Americans …