According to the AP, several colleges have issued travel warnings to students concerning spring break travel into Mexico.
The violence problems are primarily affecting border areas, and have not been as problematic in tourist towns.
A travel alert was issued by the U.S. Department of State late last year alerting travelers about the significant increase in crime levels in Tijuana, Juarez, and Nogales. According to the State Department, over 100,000 young adults travel to tourist areas in Mexico.
The following information is from the US State Department Bureau of Consular Affairs Website:
“We encourage all U.S. citizens to phone home periodically to assure family members of your safety and inform them of your whereabouts. Remember, whether you travel to Mexico by land, air, or sea, you are entering a foreign country and are subject to the laws and customs regulations of Mexico.”
“Travelers going to Mexico over Spring Break should refer to the Department of State’s Country Specific Information for Mexico, the publication Tips for Student Travelers, and the publication Help for American Victims of Crime Overseas.”
For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department’s Internet web site at http://travel.state.gov where the current Worldwide Caution Travel Alert, Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts can be found.
Up to date information on security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll free in the United States, or, for callers outside the United States and Canada, a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).
In case of a serious emergency, travelers should immediately contact the closest U.S. Consulate, U.S. Consular Agency, or the U.S. Embassy in Mexico City.
You may also contact the Embassy by e-mail at: ccs@usembassy.net.mx. The Embassy’s Internet address is http://www.usembassy-mexico.gov/.
In addition to the Embassy, there are United States Consulates General, Consulates, and Consular Agencies located throughout Mexico:
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