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 …

Chiang Mai has been named the safest destination for American travelers in Southeast Asia, beating the far more developed hubs of Singapore and Kuala Lumpur to the number one spot. A culture-filled, sprawling city in Northern Thailand, it is one of the region’s top attractions, known for its imperial grandeur and perfectly-preserved Old City. Now …

Many travelers are currently wondering whether or not they should cancel their upcoming trips to Brazil. On Sunday, thousands of protesters stormed into Brazil’s Congress, the Supreme Court, and the presidential palace to protest the new president that was sworn in on January 1. The protests have been compared to the January 6 assault on …

Rich in culture, home to stunning nature reserves and where some of the best cuisine in the world can be found, South America is a fascinating destination to explore. On the downturn, social problems, poverty and a high crime index still beset parts of the continent, leading travelers to question: which South American countries are …

Eastern Europe is one of the most underrated, yet fascinating regions to explore as a tourist. Sadly, misinformation regarding safety levels, and the notion that Eastern countries are a hotbed of wars, with weak democracies, and where pickpockets run amok have certainly not helped their cause – but to which extent are these beliefs true? …

Proving travel warnings and the media furor do not always reflect the situation on the ground, which can be, in fact, the exact opposite, Los Cabos has become the safest tourist destination in Mexico heading into 2023, as violence rates plummet and a strong police presence continues to discourage criminals from operating in the area. …

Safety is a major concern for American travelers country-hopping in Southeast Asia, and understandably so. Overall, the rates of petty crimes tend to be higher than those in the U.S. or Europe, and cultural and language barriers make it more difficult for foreigners to feel truly at ease, but there is one destination in particular …

Europe has been historically regarded as safe for Americans going abroad. The continent as a whole is incredibly tourist-friendly compared to other destinations in the Americas, and the incidence of violence is indeed low, but there are five countries in particular where theft rates have risen substantially in recent years. In total, 28 sovereign states …