Why are people thinking twice before going to Cancun?

Vacationers feel more anxious about traveling to Cancún due to reports of violence, but many ultimately end up traveling there anyway because they stay in the tourist-centric hotel zone and Riviera Maya, says Christine Hardenberger, owner of Modern Travel Professionals, a travel agency based in Fredericksburg, Va.



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The advisory states that criminal activity can occur in Quintana Roo at any time or place, including in tourist areas. While tourists are rarely the target of violence, United States citizens have been caught in the crossfire.

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Why are people not going to Cancun anymore? A Safety Warning for Americans in Cancun. American (and Canadian) tourists become victims of crime in Mexico when they get caught up in cartel activity. The cartels are active around the popular resort areas along the Mexican Riviera, because they have clients at the resorts.

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The best time to visit Cancun is from December to March, the least humid months of the year (65% on average). The air is damp but comfortable enough. April, May, October, and November are acceptable.

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On top of that, it was recently revealed that around 8.2 million of those tourists were from international destinations, which some travel officials in Quintana Roo have named “strategic markets.” And as these international tourist numbers continue to go up in Quintana Roo, it's the United States that's consistently at ...

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Cancun was named the 'second most visited destination worldwide' by the consulting firm ForwardKeys. Whilst Dubai secured the top spot, this accolade has helped boost tourism numbers in Cancun even further, helping to cement the city as a much-loved vacation hub for years to come.

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How many days in Cancun you should plan will depend on your interests, but I'd say 3 to 5 days is the perfect amount of time. However, I'd recommend planning a trip to Cancun for a full week if you also want to go on day trips.

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During these months, you can expect relatively consistent good weather. Do make note that December to March is considered peak season in Cancun which means airfare and hotels are pricier.

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Temperatures in the winter usually fall between 65 and 85 degrees from December through April, with January being the coldest month. Winter is also the season with the least rainfall, with March being the driest and clearest month.

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According to the US State Departments, the Yucatan Peninsula is the safest region in Mexico for Americans in 2023. However, the State Department does have a travel advisory of “exercise increased caution” in the state of Quintana Roo.

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Cabo and Cancun are both relatively safe destinations in Mexico. Granted, Cabo is a little more risk-free than Cancun so maybe bear that in mind. No matter which you choose, it's key to practice caution, do your research to avoid bad areas, and keep your eyes open when you're out and about.

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Safety in Punta Cana vs Cancun Punta Cana and Cancun are both completely safe for tourists and have tourist security divisions within their police forces. Theft of valuables is the most common type of crime in Punta Cana. Be aware of your belongings, as you would in any tourist city.

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The U.S. State Department recently updated Mexico's Travel Advisory 2023 for U.S. Tourists traveling to Mexico due to crime in several Mexican states popular with American tourists. “Violent crime—such as homicide, kidnapping, carjacking, and robbery—is widespread and common in Mexico,” warns the State Department.

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15 Safety Tips for Cancun
  1. Be aware of common scams so you can avoid them.
  2. Always be alert when using ATMs. ...
  3. Leave important documents safely stashed at your hotel.
  4. Avoid walking alone at night, especially around unpopulated areas.
  5. Keep cash to a minimum.
  6. Practice some Spanish phrases, like asking for directions or help.


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For the purpose of flying into as well as out of Mexico, a Passport is always required for cancun as well. Technically, It must be a legitimate passport book and not just an ordinary passport card, as the card isn't valid to travel internationally. The passport book should have validity for the period of your stay.

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All-inclusive in Cancun is on a whole other level than most places, particularly regarding amenities. It is not uncommon to see gourmet restaurants, top-shelf liquor, a daily restocked mini fridge, and even 24-hour room service with an all-inclusive stay at a Cancun resort, so you definitely get what you pay for.

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Cancun is exponentially cheaper than Hawaii, so your money goes way further when visiting Cancun. Not only are hotel prices better and flights to and from very affordable, but everything else you can do on holiday is much less expensive.

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We usually bring about $1,000.00 US for a week. If you are paying cash for everything Steve is about right. If you put your excursions on a credit card, you can get away with a lot less. We brought about 700 US dollars last Dec and a bit over 3,000 pesos.

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Cash is a necessity in Cancun, given that many restaurants and gift shops don't accept credit cards. Like many other airports around the world, the Cancun airport is jam-packed with money exchange kiosks looking to convert your money into Mexican pesos.

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The term “adults only” means that there is an age restriction to enter the resort. Most of these resorts consider the age of adulthood to be 18 years old and therefore put the restriction as such. If you are wanting to bring kids, babies, or anyone below that age into the resort you will not be able to.

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Cancun is considered to be the heart of the Mexican Caribbean and year on year thousands of visitors who come to the Yucatan Peninsula end up right here! The gorgeous beaches, great weather, and amazingly clear and clean waters are huge pulls for many tourists, but Cancun has much more to offer than just this.

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