Safety in Mexico has been a long-standing concern with prospective travelers. But given that Mexico has been making the news due to kidnappings and cartel activity, it understandably has vacationers-to-be wondering—How safe is the Riviera Maya? The Riviera Maya is safe if you practice basic safety precautions. Like most destinations, if your goal is to …
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Ensenada is a charming beach town in the northern state of Baja, California. Due to its proximity to the Tijuana border, it’s a popular destination for Americans wanting to travel from San Diego to fill up on tacos and experience new scenery along the Pacific Ocean. So, if you’re ready to kick back and enjoy …
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Cancun’s airport is the gateway to the Yucatan Peninsula. But before you arrive at your Caribbean resort, it’s important to familiarize yourself with Cancun International Airport’s four terminals and how to stay safe. I’ve flown into and out of Cancun over a dozen times. I’ll share the top things you need to know to ensure …
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So, you’ve basked on Tulum’s beaches, explored its ruins, and filled your camera with photos of the Ven a la Luz sculpture. Now it’s time to make your way from Tulum to Playa del Carmen, a backpacker’s mecca where cheaper prices and parties abound. I spent over one year in Mexico, mostly in the Yucatan …
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During my Yucatan Peninsula trotting, I became besties with the route from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. It wasn’t intentional. But alas, here I am writing an article on what will likely be more than you ever thought you needed to know about how to get from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. Without further ado, …
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The word “Mexico” often conjures up many images for people depending on what they’ve heard in the news or experienced as a traveler. White sand beaches, drug cartels, and metropolises like Mexico City might come to mind. But it can sometimes be hard to cut through all the noise. So, is Mexico safe? Many areas …
Miles of beaches, a hopping food scene, funky sculptures, and hippie vibes have put Tulum on the map as a must-see destination in Mexico. But with so much bad press on Mexico’s safety, you might be wondering—Is Tulum safe? Tulum isn’t among the safest destinations in Mexico. But if you apply some common sense, it’s …
Tourism in Cabo and Tulum contributes to the $16 billion that international tourists spent in Mexico during the first seven months of 2022. But these destinations are on the opposite end of the experience spectrum, leading many potential visitors to be curious about the differences between Cabo vs Tulum. I spent one month in Cabo …
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