Travel consultants weigh in on holidays to Mexico

CLEVELAND — Generally, Mexico is a prime journey vacation spot for spring holidays for Ohioans. However, current occasions might have individuals reconsidering vacationing in Mexico. 

Sunday, Mexico’s most-wanted cartel boss was killed in a Mexican navy operation assisted by U.S. intelligence. Various elements of Mexico erupted into violence, together with fashionable trip locations. 

In response, the U.S. State Department has issued Level Four journey advisories for some elements of the nation. 

However, a lot of the nation is beneath a Level Two advisory. 

“To put it in perspective, that’s the same rating that Italy and France have,” Ray Snisky, Group President of ALG Vacations, mentioned. “So it isn’t something that should make anyone feel concerned at all.”

ALG Vacations is likely one of the largest U.S. trip suppliers to Mexico. 

“There certainly has been criminal activity in lots of destinations all around the world,” Snisky mentioned. “You know, it’s really uncomfortable when that first happens, but it’s how the destinations rally around resolving those issues.”

Tourism is a multi-billion greenback trade in Mexico. Jody Oechsle, a journey adviser for Krafty Travel in Rossford, Ohio, mentioned Mexico prioritizes security, particularly in vacationer areas, because it’s important to the nation’s financial system. 

“Since tourism is such a big thing for Mexico, they really keep that area very safe for their travelers, to keep a good relationship with tourism,” Oechsle mentioned.

Oechsle mentioned she thinks the areas of Mexico beneath a Level Two advisory are protected for journey. 

“I am a nervous person as a whole,” Oechsle mentioned. “And so, I told the guests yesterday, I would feel comfortable traveling there myself. I feel comfortable saying that, confidently, you can travel to Mexico safely.”

If you’re touring in another country, the U.S. State Department recommends that you simply keep updated on present occasions, keep away from legislation enforcement exercise and preserve family members up to date in your location. 

In addition, you may enroll within the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) for updates on journey advisories.