Safety in Mexico, Royal Resorts Members Share their Thoughts
Recent media coverage focusing on Mexico’s ongoing fight against organized crime and gang-related violence in areas along the border with the United States may have raised concerns about traveling to other parts of this beautiful country. Do not let them stand in the way of a wonderful vacation. It is safe to travel to Mexico and the Yucatan Peninsula is one of the safest places in the world to vacation. Royal Resorts members and guests know they have nothing to worry about for their upcoming trip to Cancun and the Riviera Maya. Indeed, some Royal Resorts members have taken a few minutes of their vacation to talk to us about their home in paradise, and we would like to share some of their thoughts with you:
“Feeling safe in Mexico”
“… I feel really safe and secure here at The Royal Haciendas with my family”
“we feel very safe to bring our entire family here every year!”
More useful information about safety in Mexico
Don’t miss our post “Is it safe to travel to Mexico?” Featuring statistics and a map of the country, it may help you put press coverage into perspective. Mexico is the world’s fourteenth largest nation, almost three times the size of Texas, and huge distances separate the beach resorts of the Mexican Caribbean from northern cities mentioned in recent media reports of gang violence.
Keep checking our “Safety in Mexico” category on this Blog as we will be updating it frequently with information about safety in Cancun, Riviera Maya and Mexico.
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June 16th, 2011 at 3:02 pm
Nobody should worry about travelling to Cancun or Playa del Carmen. My family goes in June every year and we’ve never had a problem. In fact, I even left my passport in a bathroom at the Cancun airport and someone found it and had me paged. We have always been extremely well-treated, both by the staff at Royal Resorts and the locals. Telling people not to visit Cancun because of the violence along the border is like telling people not to visit San Antonio because of the violence in Los Angeles and Miami.
June 9th, 2011 at 10:00 am
Having lived overseas for most of my life and traveling extensively I find there are basic safety precautions one needs to take regardless of where they are–country, big city/small village, airport, shopping mall, etc. Be aware of your surroundings, do not go anywhere you feel uncomfortable, make sure all guides are registered, that you take accredited taxis, and don’t flash money or jewelry. Be a smart visitor when in another country/culture. I’ve had attempts made on my purse in San Francisco, Reno, and NY. Get real. It happens all over–from robbery to drive-by shootings. Funny thing, while in Rio I stupidly left my purse at the top of the “Christ Statue.” A lovely young mother handed it to the security guard and it was returned. There are good and bad people all over the world. So don’t prejudge, take precautions and act as a positive role model for the good American, not the ugly American. Loud and drunk? You’re setting yourself up as a target; flash your cash? don’t be stupid. Behave and be aware.
May 16th, 2011 at 10:29 am
Dear Lou: Thank you for writing to Royal Resorts News. I am sorry to hear about your experience in Playa del Carmen. Errors may occur with restaurant checks anywhere in the world and if something doesn’t look quite right, it is always a good idea to ask for clarification.
May 12th, 2011 at 6:10 am
Last summer we had dinner at Frieda’s on Avenida 5th and when I mentioned that the steak was not as good as expected they subsequently added a 18% gratuity on my check. I guess they feared I would not tip them. Instead they assured themselves a generous tip.
I will NOT be going to that restaurant again. The food is not as described on the menu. And the 1/2 priced drinks are actually 1/2 the size.
April 15th, 2011 at 12:19 pm
Hello Otis. I have replied to your query.
Here it is again:
Dear Otis:
Thank you for writing to Royal Resorts News. I have forwarded your email about preregistration to the Guest Services Manager so that he can assist you. If you are a Royal Resorts member you can also find the link in the Members Area of http://www.royalresorts.com
With regards to your query about the seafood buffet, I checked with the Royal Resorts Restaurant & Golf Reservations Center and they informed me that the restaurant that offered this buffet is no longer open and the concept has changed completely. However, they will be happy to suggest other seafood options for you, including Captain’s Cove and Los Murales. You may contact them at restaurants@royalresorts.com or call ext. 165 upon arrival at your resort. Your Concierge can also assist you with restaurant reservations.
I hope that you enjoy your upcoming vacation. Please let me know if I can help you with anything else.
April 15th, 2011 at 11:01 am
I have sent an email before but Im not sure I know I know how this works. I had a question about something in Cancun. I got no response
March 31st, 2011 at 2:27 pm
My friend and I have just returned from three weeks at the Royal Cancun. I never felt unsafe or even concerned during all of that time. We used the buses to travel along Kulkulkan Blvd. and into Cancun City constantly. One gentleman walked us to a fabric store that we were seeking because Avenida Tulum had been blocked off that day. We needed a dentist and were directed to his office by a lovely lady who “thanked us for coming to Mexico”.