Mexico safe???

Question

The U.S. State dept. issued another travel warning for Mexico on the 15th. I definetley do not buy into what they always say... However, I was surprised that they added the state of Michoacan to the danger list. Do you think Mexico is safe? Where do you think is the most dangerous part?

Answer 1

Mexico is safe but as every country it has their not safe areas.

Tiajuana, El Paso and Cualican are rally dangerous but if you got a taxi and a hotel you are safe.

Mexico city is safe in normal areas but as new york it has dangerous areas like Tepito

Answer 2

Travel Warnings are issued when the State Department recommends that Americans avoid a certain country. The countries listed below are currently on that list. In addition to this list, the State Department issues Consular Information Sheets for every country of the world with information on such matters as the health conditions, crime, unusual currency or entry requirements, any areas of instability, and the location of the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate in the subject country.

Syria 09/14/2006
Chad 09/06/2006
Sudan 08/31/2006
Algeria 08/31/2006
Israel, the West Bank and Gaza 08/29/2006
Iraq 08/28/2006
Congo, Democratic Republic of the 08/24/2006
Nigeria 08/24/2006
Sri Lanka 08/15/2006
Kenya 08/10/2006
Lebanon 07/27/2006
East Timor 07/18/2006
Haiti 07/07/2006
Burundi 06/23/2006
Saudi Arabia 06/23/2006
Afghanistan 06/22/2006
Philippines 06/16/2006
Eritrea 06/05/2006
Somalia 06/05/2006
Nepal 05/11/2006
Central African Republic 04/20/2006
Yemen 04/13/2006
Uzbekistan 04/07/2006
Pakistan 04/07/2006
Bosnia-Herzegovina 03/30/2006
Liberia 03/30/2006
Côte d'Ivoire 03/03/2006
Colombia 01/18/2006
Iran 12/29/2005
Indonesia 11/18/2005
Zimbabwe 11/14/2005

Answer 3

My wife and I travel thru Mexico 4 months out of every year. I always feel safe while in Mexico, but it's always smart to not flash jewelry, or money, or dress suggestively, which includes wearing shorts. The most dangerous part of any country including Mexico, is in the large cities. The safest would be in the tourist areas.

Answer 4

Mexico can be as safe or as dangerous as you make it. If you use your head, pay attention to the warnings, get advice from locals and don't go about with a "bad attitude" you are probably as safe as you would be in major downtown areas in the US.

Obviously, you've done the first step. You've checked with the US State Department and read the warnings. If you know an area in which you want to travel, get in touch with locals there, check out websites ahead of time, and, if at all possible, learn at least some Spanish!

Things NOT to do include things that one shouldn't do in the US -- don't do drugs, don't drink and drive, don't agree to go places with strangers and ESPECIALLY don't argue with that little voice in your head that is saying "Warning, warning." If it doesn't feel safe, don't do it!

If you can travel with friends, especially friends who have been to the area you want to see, do so. If you are staying in a reputable hotel, ask them for recommendations for taxis, guides, sightseeing groups, etc.

Know where the nearest Consulate or Embassy is located. If you will be in Mexico for more than just an overnight, register with the Consulate or Embassy. I just visited the Consultate in Monterrey and they were encouraging me to encourage other travelers to register with them -- even if they would only be in Mexico a short time.

Do your homework before you go. Read multiple tour books, check out websites, find travel blogs. There are dozens of hotel search websites and many of them have reviews on them. You don't necessarily need to stay in a "chain" hotel -- there are many other fine places to stay, but you do want to check into them -- travelers have sometimes found that in-country hotel or lodging owners have made promises on their websites that just don't pan out.

It is wise to be cautious and to be aware when traveling in any country -- even the US. Each of us has a level of danger with which we are comfortable. If you do your research and know what you might find, then you can make a decision that will be right for you and yield a vacation or travel experience which will leave you with fond memories -- and not life-threatening situations.

Answer 5

It was issued on that day, because it was the Mexican Independence Day. That day is one where some protests can take place, usually areas like Mexico City. We live here in Mexico, and I find it as safe, if not safer than alot of places in the states! The same applies here as anywhere in the world, just don't act or do anything stupid!

Answer 6

Parts of Mexico are as dangerous or more dangerous than any anywhere else.

Parts of Mexico are as safe or safer than anywhere else.

Conduct yourself with good sense and and don't be afraid to enjoy your travels.

Answer 7

The undesirable acceptance of Mexico city is quite exaggeratet, Mexico city is the 2nd greatest city interior the international obviusly this suggests that the score of crimes is extreme as different greatest cities interior the international like London, Chicago, L.A. in case you pass there purely use the undemanding-sense like do no longer pass to darker and solitary streets.

Answer 8

Mexico City is dangerous but in other states it depends on the neighborhood. It´s not really as dangerous as they say it is, you can come to sunny Mexico :-).

Answer 9

Mexico City has been unsafe for some time. But it depends on the person. Those who don't speak Spanish are probably at the greatest risk.

Answer 10

All major cities of the world are breeding grounds for criminals. In northern Baja California there are serious disagreements between drug cartels that end in murder. Occasionally a tourist gets carjacked, but these are isolated incidents. Behave yourself, don't wander around at night, drive in the daytime, don't let the naysayers spoil your trip.