The U.S. Department of State has issued a travel advisory for a popular beach and resort destination.
Tourists are urged to be cautious when traveling to Mexico due to the ongoing threat of terrorism, crime and kidnapping.
“Many violent crimes take place in Mexico,” the department wrote. “They include homicide, kidnapping, carjacking and robbery. There is a risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Mexico.”
Due to these security concerns, the U.S. government has limited its ability to assist in many parts of the country. Six states — Colima, Guerrero, Michoacán, Sinaloa, Tamaulipas and Zacatecas — are under a Level 4 “Do not travel” advisory.
Additionally, government officials urge travelers to reconsider traveling to Baja California, Choapas, Chihuahua, Coahuila, Guanajuato, Jalisco, Morelos and Sonora.
The advisory states that U.S. citizens should follow the same restrictions as U.S. government employees while traveling. It also warns that “Emergency services are limited or unavailable in remote or rural areas.”
Travelers are also advised to be cautious at road checkpoints, as fleeing or ignoring orders could lead to injury or death. Specific recommendations from the State Department include:
- Avoid traveling between cities after dark.
- Rely on regulated taxi stands or app-based services like Uber or Cabify instead of waving down taxis on the street.
- Avoid traveling alone, especially in remote areas.
- Refrain from driving between Mexican border cities, the U.S.-Mexico border and the interior of Mexico.
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