Safe traveling to the Riviera Maya and Cancun.
Yes, there are some dangerous places in Mexico, and we highly recommend that you not venture into them. However, this blog is about safe travels, so read and make notes.
There is a common misconception that traveling to the Riviera Maya is unsafe. While other parts of Mexico are undoubtedly dangerous, The Riviera Maya and the neighboring town of Cancun aren't nearly as bad as the media makes them out to be. To put it simply, the Riviera Maya is a tourist spot, which means the locals are eager for your business and are pretty serious about keeping some of the dangerous elements of Mexico out. The Riviera Maya is a breathtaking place that is begging to be explored. That said, there are some things you should know to make the most out of a Riviera Maya excursion.
Watch Out for the Heat
While the Riviera Maya offers stunning natural landscapes, the region can become overwhelmingly hot and humid from June until October. The summer months may be peak vacation time, but they can also put the unprepared tourist at risk for heatstroke. In heat and summer, mosquitoes are out in full swing during this season, which increases the chance of contracting conditions like the Zika Virus, Chikungunya, and Dengue Fever. So, if you plan to visit The Riviera Maya during summer, pack some bug repellent.
Rules on Food and Water
Food and water are hot-button issues for first-time travelers to The Riviera Maya. For one, you shouldn't drink tap water in Mexico, as in some instances, it will make you sick. Instead, you should ask for bottled water in restaurants since they'll likely serve unfiltered tap water by default. Street food is also a potential danger, as there is no telling whether or not a street vendor properly prepared the meal or adequately cleaned their cooking space. In these instances, it helps to have the 'golden cage' of a hotel or resort to escape occasionally.
Feel Safe to Explore
While it helps to use a resort as a home base during your trip, you shouldn't rely on it. Resorts tend to up-charge for all of their goods and services and will try to convince you that you need to use their expensive tour guides to explore The Riviera Maya safely. Instead, you should take excursions off the resort property to get a taste of Mexico. The Riviera Maya is not the dangerous, crime-ridden place the news reports it to be. If you take a chance and explore the Riviera Maya on your own, you'll quickly discover all the raw natural beauty this fantastic place offers.
Lots of people visit the Riviera Maya every year, have you? Or maybe it's on your list to visit. We would love to help you plan a fantastic vacation to this sunny destination. Contact us to help create an excellent itinerary with just the right mix of adventure and fun.
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