| Mexico Safety Update |
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Riviera Maya Safety Update The country of Mexico encompasses approximately 758,449 square miles (1,964,375 square km), and incidents that affect one city or region can have little to no impact on the safety of regions on the opposite side of the country. According to the Mexican Tourism Board, these incidents have not affected the decision of tourists to travel to Mexico, which continues to receive thousands of tourists monthly. More than 22.6 million international tourists visited Mexico in 2008, representing a 5.9 percent increase compared to 2007. Further, in February 2009, hotel occupancy in Riviera Maya was at 85 percent. Please note that: · Recent conflicts discussed in the U.S. media have been isolated to the Mexican border towns of Tijuana, Chihuahua and Ciudad Juarez, all of which are located between 1,311 miles and 2,012 miles from Cancun and the Riviera Maya, Mexico · The Mexico Tourism Board has been closely monitoring all recent events and maintains that Mexico is a safe tourist destination, further reassuring travelers that popular tourist destinations including Los Cabos, Puerto Vallarta, Cancun, and the Riviera Maya, all remain safe for visitors · Our entire staff is committed to providing our guests with unforgettable experiences and their satisfaction and well-being is our number one priority.
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