As travel professionals and marketers of travel tours sure we want to see as many people go on vacation as possible. We want to offer people the experiences of a lifetime and have them come back again and again to try new places. That being said, we are a company of conscience and when issues that are serious become life or death, regardless of the minor short term problems to the bottom line, we feel as a matter of policy that it’s our duty to protect our customers.

If you don’t already know, there have been many articles and news posts about threats that are being made against United States citizens traveling in Mexico and the warning is coming directly from the US Department of State. The following is a summary of precautions that the State Department have offered if you are planning to travel to Mexico. 

First, the State Department wants every one to know that although a level of violence has been reported relatively speaking compared to the millions of travelers the number is very low. Second, the advice is to use common sense. During night time hours, just visit well lit, well attended, commercial businesses in the areas you are staying. Yes, this means stay away from the infamous “red light” districts and areas of illegal gambling. I know for many doing so cuts out some of the “rush” you want to enjoy but given the recent events caution is the better part of valor right now. 

Most of the violence against US Citizens has actually been reported near areas that border the US, although caution should be exercised no matter what areas you may be. Last it is advised that if you are traveling to Mexico to be fully aware of where the US Embassy offices are located and have their phone numbers handy at all times. 

We at Reserve Vacations in no way want to alarm anyone, but we also want you all to be safe so you can continue to enjoy your lives and your vacations for many years to come.