Caution in Mexico

Published on February 13, 2012; Published on February 13, 2012
Pam Snow

Unsurprisingly, there are two current travel warnings issues for Mexico on the Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada website.

Topics :: Mexico , United States

One warning recommends tourists to "exercise a high degree of caution" while in Mexico due to high rates of criminal activity and a "deteriorating security situation in many parts of the country." Also, if you're planning on visiting in July, you are at risk due to unpredictable public reaction to the Presidential elections.

The second warning advises against "non-essential travel" to the border areas between Mexico and the United States. Particularly, crossing the northern border by land may subject tourists to shootouts and carjackings.

However the FAITC does offer a registration service to assist travellers should they find themselves in an emergency situation while travelling abroad.

This service and other travel advisories can be viewed at http://www.international.gc.ca/

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