Be aware of the dangers when traveling in Mexico.
Mexico is a popular vacation spot with its beautiful beaches and warm weather, white sands and blue waters entice tourists from all over the U.S.
A trip to Mexico makes inexpensive .vacation.
Mexico is a favorite vacation destination and I have been there several times myself. I always adopted the buddy system on my trips. As long as I have been old enough, (18 is the legal age to cross the border without a parent.) I've gone into Mexico alone and with friends and done just fine. But I have known others who weren't as lucky.
Many have heard horror stories of things that have happened to Americans traveling south of the border. This is not intended to be a deterrent from going to Mexico.
As a smart traveler you need to aware of the danger.
Mexico is a favorite vacation destination and I have been there several times myself. I always adopted the buddy system on my trips. As long as I have been old enough, (18 is the legal age to cross the border without a parent.) I've gone into Mexico alone and with friends and done just fine. But I have known others who weren't as lucky.
Many have heard horror stories of things that have happened to Americans traveling south of the border. This is not intended to be a deterrent from going to Mexico.
As a smart traveler you need to aware of the danger.
Crime is a reality for American tourists in many places. But in recent years, things have become a lot worse in Mexico .Violent criminal activity fueled by a war between criminal organizations struggling for control of the lucrative narcotics trade continues along the U.S.-Mexico border.
Americans have been raped, robbed and murdered while visiting Mexico. Many tourists who go to Cancun and other popular resorts are not often victimized. But veering off the beaten path even a little can be extremely dangerous. Widespread police corruption is a big part of the problem.
Here are a few more things to keep in mind.
You can call and listen to a recording on the information line at the State Department in Washington which confirms that "Travelers should totally avoid hailing Volkswagen Bug taxies and other cabs on the street." Americans are also advised to be careful when ordering beverages in local nightclubs. Some establishments may contaminate or drug the drink. Americans should be cautious in using ATM cards and machines. Users are frequently targeted by criminals who have beaten victims to discover PIN numbers and then held victims until the next day to again use the card.
Luxury buses, like the one many tourists take to go from Mexico City to Acapulco, are frequently robbed. And driving anywhere at night is strongly discouraged. In some places, even daytime travel is dangerous. This is due to many robberies of tourists. Buy insurance before crossing into Mexico if you are going to drive, general insurance usually does not cover you out of the country. It also may help to keep in mind pickpockets are common.
Keep your bags zipped and close to you.
Mexico has many beautiful sites to visit. Its better to go prepared than not be aware of any of the dangers.
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Arlington,
Make sure you keep a lot of small bills on you. In fact, it's better not to bring any large bills. They can be hard to break & if you want change good luck on making sure you got the correct amount. Stay off the side streets.
Don' t walk around alone or let any one else in your group.
Brush up on your Spanish or review travel spanish
http://spanish.about.com/od/spanishfortravelers/
Review as much as you can before you go
http://travel.aol.com/search?query=Puerto%20Vallarta&scr=results
Virtual Tourist is a good place to read up on what other travelers did for safety. they have a forum for Puerto Vallarta
http://forum.virtualtourist.com/forum-935573-1-Travel-Puerto_Vallarta--forum.html
Puerto Vallarta is very pretty.
You'll have fun.
The danger is usually in not being aware their is danger, know what I mean?
Puerto Vallarta is beautiful Arlington, hope you have a great time. Are you going on a cruise or ?
Ruth..ROFL
Here are a few links for tips on Puerto Vallarta. If you think of any specific questions, feel free to ask away. I had to make non- active links because they were too long, but they do work with cut & paste.
Puerto Vallarta 101
http://www.virtualvallarta.com/
puertovallarta/puertovallarta/aboutpuertovallarta/know-before-you-go.shtml
Have a Puerto Vallarta question?
http://www.vallartaonline.com/information/
SpotLight/VallartaQuestionsAnswers/
To me, there are plenty of other places to go without the potential hassles.
I live close to the border and I also have a friend who lives in Rosarito.
Good tips John S.