U.S. Raises Alarm Over Rising Violence U.S. Raises Alarm Over Rising Violence (image credits: wikimedia) In January 2025, the U.S. Department of State raised its travel advisory for Mexico to a high alert, sending shockwaves through the travel community and beyond. This decision was driven by a noticeable surge in violent crime, including homicides and …
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Overview of the 2025 U.S. Travel Warning Overview of the 2025 U.S. Travel Warning (image credits: unsplash) In January 2025, the U.S. Department of State updated its travel advisory for Mexico, sparking concern among travelers and families with loved ones abroad. The warning is not blanket for the whole country, but it does put a …
Overview of Violence in Mexico Overview of Violence in Mexico (image credits: wikimedia) Mexico’s reputation as a vibrant, must-see destination has taken a shocking turn in recent years, with violence surging to levels not seen in decades. According to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI), 2023 saw over 30,000 homicides across the country, …
U.S. Raises the Alarm: What the 2025 Advisory Says U.S. Raises the Alarm: What the 2025 Advisory Says (image credits: unsplash) It’s not every day that the U.S. State Department updates its travel warnings, but in January 2025, a bold new advisory put Mexico in the spotlight. The advisory doesn’t mince words—certain regions are now …
The Allure of Mexico’s Beaches The Allure of Mexico’s Beaches (image credits: wikimedia) Mexico’s coastlines have long been seen as slices of heaven, where turquoise waves kiss powdery white sand and palm trees sway in the salty breeze. Cancun, Playa del Carmen, and Tulum are just a few of the destinations that have lured both …
Overcrowding and Tourist Saturation Overcrowding and Tourist Saturation (image credits: unsplash) Cancún used to feel like a secret paradise, but now it’s more like a crowded concert where everyone’s fighting for a view. In 2023, the city welcomed over 6 million visitors, according to the Mexican Tourism Board. Walking along the famous Hotel Zone, you’ll …
Overcrowding and Urban Sprawl Overcrowding and Urban Sprawl (image credits: unsplash) Mexico City is massive—truly one of the world’s giants. As of 2023, more than 9 million people live in the city proper, and the sprawling metro area is home to over 21 million, according to the World Population Review. This sheer density means public …
First Glimpse of Paradise First Glimpse of Paradise (image credits: wikimedia) Close your eyes and picture it: powdery white sand so soft it squeaks between your toes, the electric blue Caribbean lapping at your feet, and a salty breeze that smells like freedom. That was my first memory of Cancún, a place that felt like …
The Overcrowding Issue The Overcrowding Issue (image credits: pixabay) Tulum used to feel like a hidden slice of paradise, but that sense of seclusion is long gone. The Quintana Roo Tourism Board reported that in 2023, Tulum welcomed over 4 million visitors—a staggering 30% jump from the year before. Walking along the beach now means …
Overcrowding and Tourism Impact Overcrowding and Tourism Impact (image credits: unsplash) Stepping onto the beaches of Playa del Carmen used to feel like finding a hidden stretch of paradise. Now, it’s more like fighting your way through a packed summer festival. In 2023 alone, the town welcomed over 3 million visitors, according to the Quintana …