Canadian woman MURDERED in Mexico - Is it SAFE in 2024?

[@TangerineTravels]

The family of the victim started a gofundme if you'd like to contribute: www.gofundme.com/f/help-with-expenses-for-gabriele-scharts-passing

[@raymondrust9084]

🎉you guys are nice people, but looks Mexico is beginning to look like Ecuador! Forget it no driving for me in Mexico!

[@jj-bp3fr]

They went overboard scarring people. Unfortunately, they did a bad job alerting people.

[@Ana183]

@@raymondrust9084 stay in America. You people are so brainwashed. No where in the world is it more dangerous than the United States. The people are full of hate, anger, xenophobia, and guns. Give me a fkging break. I had to flee the hate and random shootings. All fifty states.

[@acaring2440]

😢❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@TomCoyle-q8v]

This story upsets me deeply. I just visited Querétaro and the Zipolite where she lived. I met her a few times as she ran the movie theater. Thank you for your tips on safety. I traveled a couple of times by myself and I try to be aware of my surroundings. Bad things happened everywhere unfortunately.

[@christinewilliams9103]

And stop for the night before dark!

[@edgarheinrichs8876]

I appreciate your insight and knowledge in these matters and the way you have conveyed your thoughts and advice on safety in Mexico when travelling by car. Very well done. Retired police officer from Ontario, Canada

[@charsback]

In Canada its getting unsafe in broad daylight.

[@Sarahizahhsum]

​@@charsbackin the US as well. One man literally asked me while at 1pm to "give him a hug". I flashed my tazor and some crazy eyes. Luckily he backed off. He was a complete stranger btw.

[@MR-pr8tp]

@@charsback The US is unsafe as we have mass shootings every day. And the gun rights as per our Constitution are more important than the innocent elementary school children murdered by a 20 year old with a automatic weapon. Mass shootings as far back as 2014 when 273 Americans killed whereas just in 2023, 632 people killed by mass shootings. No resolution in sight. And why Mexico and mostly other countries are being considered as alternate "safer" places.

[@enriqueta56]

In Mexico or anywhere else, I live in the U.S. and I always tell my sons to never stop at gas stations or convenience stores at night time. I don't do it. I do all my shopping in daytime.

[@judyfroemming7756]

The comedian Manisicalco has a video about stopping a a convenience store at night

[@user-ti3vp9mt3z]

She probably thought they'd be safe with a man and 4 dogs. But not. This is so tragic for both of them and their animals, it makes my heart heavy. Thank you for sharing Mai and Jordan.

[@ritaserrano216]

Yeah in USA they kill our kids at school.

[@HAV69MEX]

exactly, I completely agree there are security problems but murders happen all over the world, the title of the video is designed to convey it is specially dangerous in mexico. It is made to clickbait and it does not service mexico other than feed exaggeration . I live in Ajijic and my family in Indianapolis and when they see this type of titles they freak out and call me right away to see If I still have my organs in place. People die everywhere. I am not cool how some people use this to profit, yes there is a gofundme but is the family of this poor woman her name used to profit?

[@doingtime20]

I'm mexican just as May, and as always Jordan's (and May's) advice is pretty much on point. They always present an accurate picture of the reality of Mexico at ground level.

[@joeo8820]

My deepest sympathy to the family…A group of us booked a trip to Cabo San Lucas late 2017. We thought it was the safest place in Mexico but, just 2 days before we flew, 6 bodies were found hanging on a main bridge. We all decide to continue but, looked out for each other. We enjoyed our vacation but, I never went back to Mexico. Mexico Gov. needs to stops all the cartels and crimes against tourists. Poverty has created many assassins who can delete you for no reason. I would rather have 99% probability of survival in a country. If, I was to follow all those safety measure you provide, I would rather stay home. I just want to relaxed and don’t worry while on vacation.

[@SharonSolieri]

I have lived in Mexico and traveled extensively over 30 years. I love Mexico..the people, culture, food, music etc. I was planning on moving to Mexico this year. I am greatly saddened by the loss of life thruout the country. NEVER DRIVE AT NIGHT. NEVER DRIVE ALONE. Mexico just raised its financial requirements for residency to an outrageous $. With all the negative reasons for visiting Mexico THEY SHOULD PAY US TO TRAVEL THERE. MY PRAYERS ARE ALL WHO GRIEVE THE LOSS OF THIS WOMAN

[@allisa-vi7lp]

Never drive alone? I'm considering relocating from Dallas to San Miguel Allende...is it really that bad! I get not at night, but alone? Thanks

[@davidr-u3r]

thousands murdered here in the states is it safe here?

[@festerofest4374]

Certainly much less safe now. It's not fashionable (woke) to prosecute crime any more.

[@kokalti]

Dude Mexico has literally highway bandits all over there. Stop with the stupid comparison. When was the last time the US checkpoint was taken over by bandits?

[@HamiltonRb]

I was wondering why the US does not put out a travel advisory not to go to Chicago.

[@aaap3875]

Lets talk objective FACTS vs how you feel. Its about murder rate per capita. How many murders to 100,000 people is the world standard. Most lists go by cities of the world murder rate per capita. They do this because population varies vastly by country so it makes no sense to compare the total death of the US with 300+ million vs Finland with 5 million. 4 US cities make the top 100 (St Louis, Detroit, Baltimore, Chicago) but you have about 20+ cities of Mexico making that list. Then there is the list by country where Mexico is top 5 and US is not in the top 20.

[@kokalti]

@@aaap3875 Exactly what I was saying before my comment got deleted somehow. There are spots in the US that are bad. In Mexico, it's the whole country. At least here you are not worried about some checkpoint being taken over by someone with bad intentions.

[@Majikmind72]

Eye 👀 Opening video! Thank you so much for this very informative video.

[@williamklein6749]

The overall crime rate in Mexico is 1/3 the U.S. BUT the murder rate is 4 times the U.S. I used to travel to Baja regularly. But I stopped 5 years ago.

[@lanadellhatestheclock3325]

Unfortunately, this can happen anywhere .

[@desdelapieldelcoleccionist3321]

Que guapa chica

[@juvi999]

Not in Europe. Not in Asia. Should I continue?

[@tacorevenge87]

@@juvi999yes in USA. Alternatively you know where to go then.

[@blancagutierrez3861]

My friends driving on the highway thru Mexico city . 2 men in brown police uniform on a motorcycles signaled them to pull over to the side . My friends pulled over unto The shoulder, but the fake cops waved them to keep driving to get off the highway exit , so my friends did exit . Then the fake cops got off the bikes and told them to follow them over to a sketchy area , it was a lonely area with No people around , then the fake cops took out guns and robbed them 😢 So next time don’t stop .

[@jasontaylor404]

Was this during the day or at night?

[@mjc42701]

Alot of common sense rules to apply no matter where you live but I definately wouldn't drive at night in a country I wasn't from. Thank You two for discussing this.

[@RobertIsaacson-hi9sz]

Where have you been. 37 people were killed running for election.

[@lanadellhatestheclock3325]

Very 😔 sad.

[@MHB7000]

Thanks again a little 👍dose of reality never hurts

[@xfhnhhgjbvcfg]

Mexico is overpriced currently, expensive airfare isn't helping.

[@forzajuve4845]

gringo menu everywhere

[@jamesavakian4977]

​​Two weeks ago flew for $250 rt to leon from dfw. Bought tickets for May for only $180. I havent seen tickets this low in 20 years

[@MalenasBazaArte]

I’m mexican and that’s why I unfortunately don’t go to Mexico 😢

[@mariavillagomez2172]

No sabes de lo que te pierdes . Yo viajo sola desde que mis hijas eran pequeñas y gracias a Dios lo único que hemos encontrado es diversión y muchas memorias vividas . Ya conocemos casi todo mi hermoso país ❤️❤️❤️

[@mariavillagomez2172]

I feel very sorry for the people who think that Mexico is unsafe. Actually I never use Uber or Airbnb in the states because I don’t feel safe . I do in mexico all the time . Un día te vas a arrepentir de no haber disfrutado las maravillosas experiencias que Mexico ofrece ❤🇲🇽❤️

[@NFLcomeup]

omg terrible when is this violence going to stop

[@simoneweidinger]

Thanks for the video, guys, you're lovely ❤

[@GLeon-ov9yu]

I would never ever go anywhere on the DO NOT TRAVEL LIST. Its not worth it when there are millions of other cities or places to visit, people are so delusional. Why invite danger into your life?

[@25Soupy]

This Canadian woman has lived in Mexico for many years she should have known better then to stop at a gas station late at night.

[@mjim77]

This is such sad news, however as Tangerine Travels says "bad stuff can happen anywhere", it's important to do our research, drive on the main highways and during the day is best. Thank you Tangerine Travels for such a great video! you cover many different situations that can occur, and give us many different scenarios we must think of when travelling. But as mentioned: driving on backroads anywhere in world can be dangerous, specially at night. Or going to towns that are not popular, unheard of or remote. So do your research! Stay safe! God bless. x

[@samanthas3909]

She wasn't in a remote or backroads area.

[@joeschu7794]

Thanks for sharing.

[@Mikesroadtrip-ec5kp]

I live in the US all my life. My home town I use to run all over the place. But now it's not safe at all. I have been in 2 gun shooting as a bystander. Got hit by a stray bullet in the back of the leg.

[@ivan-rb4jv]

I immediately recognized the area outside of the city of Celaya and villagran area. People should be more careful , Celaya is arguably the most dangerous city in Guanajuato and even mexico id say. I have family there and they even told me unless you know someone or arent driving you should not be traveling the state at night or alone.,

[@RubenQuiroga-n5m]

Lasvegas 3,500 missing year 6 people kill day. Today 8 killed

[@monkmysterio]

my cousin was kidnapped and buried in the deserts of Durango

[@hoppeanofasgard1365]

Why are there far less cops on the road at night when it's actually at night they are needed the most?

[@leemartinez2975]

Could you make a video that explains how to choose a minisplit system for a house in Mexico? Details like average temperature in the summer, dimensions of the room, tonnage, BTUs, etc would be great! Thank you.

[@robynw8223]

Thanks for the tips. Mai, you’re looking lovely!

[@anacallow509]

Guys,crimes are everywhere . , but we can’t stop living because it , My nice live in Florence ,Italy and often warning me ,it’s not time any more to enjoy beautiful Italy like we are few years ago.We love to walk around city at evening

[@SuperChopperpilot]

Are you guys still making videos?

[@GaryJones2012]

One thing you didn't talk about much was what Jerry Brown Travels reported. In Mexico City they were accosted by a group of police officers who demanded a fine of $750 USD because they were driving on a day that their license plate said they couldn't. If they didn't pay the "fine" their car would be seized and they would have to pay even more to get it back. They paid.

[@Jammer411]

MY ADVICE TO ALL AMERICANS STAY OUT MOVE TO PANAMA OR THE PHILIPPINES

[@vital4644_]

Lol for real. Mexicans don't like to incorporate into other cultures in their own country! Its not like they dont like foreigners, its just the way of living, its hard and not forgiving. The philippines sorta mold into America ideas. México is the wild west. There's a youtu.ber "negrito grande" he can testify to what i speak of. Mexicans have a different understanding of life doesn’t matter what skin color you have. Afro American victim mindset doesn't fit in Mexico, while we do have all the same issues in Mexico as in the United States, daily life is more important to think about. Also Mexicans are sorta getting tired of foreigners moving in to mexico and try to humiliating locals. Seen that happen too many times. Never ends well. Russia had to disclaime an apparent Russian citizen due to his constitution to ww2 German ideology. In general Mexico will cancel anyone who looks down on them. Mexican artists have been canceled by society, too.

[@evapegg4934]

What happens if you think they are fake. But are real police

[@ba8898]

My health insurance doesn't cover me for these "do not travel to" states, so that would just be added risk. Zacatecas looks beautiful, so it's a real shame I won't be able to head there any time soon.

[@ba8898]

@@GoatsOut4Justice I think it applies for everything. But this is health insurance from the UK - one of its conditions is that it will not cover anything that happens to you while in a country or region that the UK government advises against travelling to.

[@MHB7000]

Really enjoy your channel Hope i get to meet u when i retire ‘26😁

[@rogermurphey7444]

This is bad. This lady from Canada went to MX. To experience the colchester, food and people. Not expecting to die that day. Please help out her family.

[@christinewilliams9103]

This woman was from Puerto Angel Oaxaca…so sad. I have been there. Very safe place IMO.

[@Joe-xh8io]

My opinion is that Puerto Angel is dangerous and Zipolite is even more dangerous. I have been there a few times and also heard stories from people who live there. It's uncivilized and an American lady was kidnapped when I was there and also if you make the wrong person angry then you can be murdered by a third party for 200 pesos. BUT, a 40 minute drive away in Huatulco it is extremely safe even at night.

[@cesaracosta-mejia9630]

Road trip in Mexico is very risky and in some states impossible.

[@Martinmr07]

Please tell me that the criminals were arrested.

[@mrbill0626]

In English we have a phrase: "Evil can triumph if good men do nothing" So if the convenience and other stores that are open at night don't post policemen or hire private security guards to provide security, these kinds of things can happen.

[@mayanaztec6440]

So many restrictions, it almost seems likes it’s not worth going to Mexico at all. And I’m Mexican saying this. How about the government does its dam job !!

[@mtngrl5859]

There is a long history of the Cartels paying off the Presidents in Mexico, so they can do whatever they want. This President is likely better than previous leaders but I still wouldn't live in Mexico.

[@25Soupy]

😥

[@00vTv00]

Acapulco is a good gauge of how a weak slow acting government is failing the people of Mexico, they do not show compassion for their people by action, and the Mexican people are going to have to take matters into their own hands to fix it in the their communities..

[@S.l.o.w.cooker350]

Yes.😢. Love Mexico.😢

[@NapoleonDynamyte]

You guys are not making Mexico sound very enticing to visit. Ughhh

[@hoppeanofasgard1365]

general rule of thumb is just don't travel long distances at night, because even in safer states like Queretaro bad things can happen. obviously this goes double if you're traveling in places like Guerro, Michoacan, Zacatecas ect.

[@ceciceci4126]

I wouldn't do a road trip by myself here in the United States, I take it back, I have traveled by myself from Minnesota to Del Rio, Texas several times. I do know the gas stations and stops but currently live in Denver and have been wanting to drive to California but I will not do it alone because I don't know the roads or stops.

[@WillLlamas]

The politicians in the U.S. are lackluster as it concerns dealings with Mexico. The Sino-Mexican business relationship should be unacceptable to all Americans. It is the main cause of the increasing disrespectful treatment of Americans and Canadians.

[@nogarlicplease]

It appears these crimes are mainly around transportation. Are your reaĺty same in your home ?

[@stevensmith4460]

I’m just seeing this. My condolences and prayers go out to the family. I’ve been following TT for years and for the first time I’m very disappointed with this video and all the comments made about how dangerous Mexico is. I’ve been to many different cites in Mexico many times over the years and never had a single issue even while driving. I think is a very bad practice to make a whole video on this one murder. There are truly dangerous places in Mexico you should not go, the same can be said of a lot of places around the world including the US. As a black man born in Chicago and there are places in the city I would NOT even go to. Stop the hate on Mexico cause it creates this false narrative. Mexico is a beautiful place with many wonderful people as well as bad people just like the US!! You should know better TT. Still love your channel. ❤

[@Chap17]

A tragic Tragic TRAJIC ending ...so sad

[@LORD.RAMSES]

It happens in every country 🤦🏻‍♂️unfortunately. Though, banking on outdated 1985 stereo types on mex and LatAm, maybe a reason why this channel has suffered in viewership traffic. As for the family, wish them solace and peace.

[@matthewbaker5084]

Yikes. We are moving to Mexico... it's something I do worry about...

[@JovitaLopez-r3m]

IT IS DANGEROUS IN MEXICO GOBERMENT LET THE CARTELS WORK WITHOUT INTERFERENCE. DEFINITELY NOT SAFE

[@AleCardenasRealtor]

Sinaloa is super safe for tourist. Mazatlan is full of expaths right now

[@hoppeanofasgard1365]

Theoretically speaking shouldn't prices in Mexico be getting cheaper or at least stabilizing considering they no longer devalue their currency and Mexico has stepped up it's production on many things? Also anything imported from China should also be cheap, something they didn't have so much of in the past.

[@Quiavini-777]

If you watch motorcycle travelers and get stopped by the military, they will tell you not to travel at night.😪😥

[@deborahd4310]

So sad. Just my thought, don't travel long distances at night in Mexico. Find a safe hotel along the way.

[@Cryptum404]

First tip: don’t live or travel to Mexico

[@HamiltonRb]

@@Cryptum404I live 6 months a year in Puerto Vallarta for the past 8 years, and was only stopped once for a bribe, and have never seen any crime otherwise. I was driving through Chicago a few years ago after a White Sox game, and was stopped at a red light, and a cop pulled along side and told me to go through the red light. He put his lights on and escorted me through red lights and told me I shouldn’t drive here

[@brucealanwilson4121]

@@Cryptum404 Like such things don't happen in rhe US?

[@deborahd4310]

@@Cryptum404 I've spent a lot of time in Mexico and feel safe. You have to be careful where you go, just like I do here in California. And unexpected things can happen anywhere, USA, Mexico, etc. A least so far there hasn't been mass shootings in Mexico, like in the USA.

[@hoppeanofasgard1365]

@@Cryptum404 The USA is worse, not necessarily for these highway robberies, but for all sorts of other crime, mass shootings ect.

[@CadillacSlick]

Very true, no one should be driving at night in unfamiliar areas in Mexico or the US for that matter -- you should stop at a motel/hotel to stay safe at night and get a good night sleep too!

[@jr.6199]

There are no US states posted on the "do not travel" list, by the MX tourism board. There is no comparison in regaeds to driving risk/safety. MX is also the worlds most dangerous country for journalists. Truth about danger matters in degrees of risk.

[@carolmartin4413]

Sad... this is a horrible situation that happens everywhere. Condolences to the family and friends of the lady. RIP.

[@CanadaBlue85]

​@@Cryptum404 You _should_ go to Mexico. But you should _also_ use your brain.

[@visulino]

everywhere in Mexico specially

[@Cryptum404]

@@CanadaBlue85that’s ridiculous that you can’t simply drive back home to your country.

[@CanadaBlue85]

@@Cryptum404 I wouldn't drive all through the US to get back to Canada either. Also thousands of people drive to and from the US and Mexico every year. You just have to be smart about it like anywhere else.

[@aaap3875]

Everywhere in mexico? It doesnt happen in most of Asia.

[@qdullinflames]

I am a Canadian in Mexico; I am sorry to hear what happened. We simply avoid going out at night. Totally recognize its a wrong place wrong time situation.

[@jr.6199]

And, wrong country.

[@1232bluejays]

i would not try to go around the rocks becuase they likely spike that area with tire spikes. just turn around and go back. All the dangerous scams in mexico were tolerable when Mexico was much cheaper in Canada or USA. MExico is no longer cheap.

[@thinkinenglish4877]

Exactly. Why would anyone want to live here now? Costa Rica is prettier and safer.

[@allisa-vi7lp]

I thought the Mexican wages had risen with the last president. But crime is worse now than it was 6 years ago? Thanks

[@allisa-vi7lp]

@@thinkinenglish4877 I heard Costa Rica is getting very expensive also and crime is up and folks are leaving!..but you say it's better? I still have a ton of research to do it seems..thanks

[@joshuabradshaw9120]

Queretaro has a reputation for safety, this was a shock. Last month me and two friends went down to Cabo San Lucas and drove to Magdalena Bay and then La Paz and finally returned to Cabo and didn't have any problems whatsoever. Last year I flew down to Cancun and spent two weeks in Playa del Carmen and didn't have any problems there either. Bad things can happen anywhere, although this was shocking to me. I've never felt unsafe when visiting Mexico but still it's very important to be alert and use common sense. I agree 100% with not driving at night. Thanks for the tip about the methods that robbers use. I would also like to complement Mai on her excellent English.

[@visulino]

not anymore, had. The truck drivers who are k1lled in those Queretaro highways are all over the news.

[@sergiod6781]

The city is safe, but the highway is not. I assume the lady stopped at night, which is not recommended at all, as it is very easy to get mugged. The recommendation is to stop only in places where there are a lot of people, such as large gas stations.

[@truthray2556]

Queretaro is very close to the southern part of the Guanajuato State which has had a lot of shootings. We were told to get into the city before dark.

[@nrostov6332]

That dangerous highways through Querétaro are all federal jurisdiction. They are federal zones, under the guard of Guardia Nacional. The zones under the protection of Querétaro government are safer. So when being in Mexico, you should never stop at night in federal roads or zones

[@Ana183]

As a black American female living in Mexico, I don't worry about safety. I don't fear civilian criminals. I fear the United States police. I fear the institutional racism that pervades throughout the United States. That's why I moved to Mexico. I will be eternally grateful to Mexico for recusing me from the terror I felt living while black in America. Furthermore, robbery and murder happen everywhere. I am a world traveler. I was in Paris, France, when I was visiting a store, and realized I had been robbed. I was visiting Jamaica, when in broad daylight, I was attacked by a man who took my gold bracelet, and no one came to my rescue. My apartment, and home were burglarized many times when I lived in New York, and Florida, USA. My condolences to the family of the slain lady.

[@midlifecrisis7888]

If you want a safer retirement go to Spain. 🇪🇸. It’s a way better place and outside of the Madrid or Barcelona the housing is really cheap.

[@kellyname5733]

Hey midlifecrisis, do you live in Spain? I always said when I was a child that I wanted to live in Spain. For an unknown reason I have always been drawn Spain. I visited a few years ago and spent most of my time in Spain..the best 12 days of my 20 days vacation was spent in Spain. Just a little concerned about the cost of living and dont like the EU, especially how the sickness was handled. Plus I have a pet and it is a real pain in the butt to import. Can you shed some light on my concerns please , thanks.

[@juanel153]

I agree , I was in Madrid last September and I went to TOLEDO AND AVILA , AND YOU COULD RENT AN APARTMENT FOR 300 TO 350 IN A GOOD AREA , NEAR FOOD MARKETS, PHARMACY, DIFERNT KIND OF RESTAURANT ,PLAZA, TRANSPORTATION, CENTRO AREA RENTS FROM 450 TO 570 , And we paid for breakfast in Toledo abut 9 dollars ,and madrid at Barrio Pilarica y Marcelo usera we paid 16 dls. First one was light breakfast and second one strong, we just arrived from AJIJIC , COMPARE. TO THIS WE PAID LITTLE BIT MORE THAN DOUBLE , SPAIN IS WAITING FOR US

[@simoneweidinger]

The prices for houses have gone up also in Andalucia. Málaga now is almost as expensive as Germany.

[@samanthas3909]

@@kellyname5733 I'm interested as well. House prices in Spain are lower than in Mexico but there are hidden costs in Spain and all of Europe. Tons of permits from what I understand. Also hate how they handled the pandemic which could mean bad stuff again in the future.

[@victoriagagarina4262]

Spain has a very high crime rate as well, I don't know any person who went there and not got robbed or something stolen. Our car windows were smashed and all belongings stolen in 5 mins we went out. Plus the taxes are ridiculous for residents there, the government robs all as well

[@psychomormon4932]

You said this could happen anywhere in the world, well, not in Japan. The chances of you getting robbed at gunpoint and killed are next to zero. The murder rate in Mexico is 25.2 per 100,000 people. The murder rate in Japan is 0.7 per 100,000 people.

[@EatDrinkBeMerry]

Very good point. Japan isn’t without issues. What freaks me out is the fact that cell phones sold there are required by law to always make a sound when taking a picture. Can’t mute it. Hmmm

[@modocroughstock5700]

I think I'm Japanese, I really think so!.. 😉

[@jr.6199]

​@@EatDrinkBeMerryoh, cause a camera click must scare you to death?, that freaks you out? Your's is Not a serious comment on Japan. Its the US guns that make MX this dangerous.

[@ea5104]

Ya right!!Japan, kills too.shut up ,you have no.idea what you are saying!!!!!!!

[@DannySantellano-kv9up]

Because they don’t own firearms

[@Aixza]

Thanks for sharing this story. I was born in DF and have been back and forth from the USA for a long time until the bad guys took over the roads. My family was driving from Torreon to Monterrey and they were stopped by several surburbans. They took my great aunt and her family. She told them they would give them what they wanted but to let them go. She refused to give them the wedding rings, she told them she was happy with the life she led and they could do whatever they want to her but to let her family go. Thankfully her tenacity amused them and they let them go with their rings. In CDMX my uncle was sadly murdered because he came out of Fuentes De Pedregal in a Mercedes Benz suv. He was taking off his seatbelt and they thought he was pulling out a gun. I have also had family kidnapped in Tamaulipas and in CDMX. Gracias a Dios they’ve all paid their randoms and have been released. My aunt and uncle left CDMX and moved to Qtro along with other family members due to the rising crime in the big city. I really miss everyone, the food, my culture but I don’t feel safe taking my husband who is caucasian. But we do cruise around to Baja California, Acapulco, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta, etc. Please be cautious everyone, Mexico is a beautiful country with wonderful people, but you have to be smart when visiting there.

[@juanel153]

HO YEA AND USA IT'S A PARADISE, AND WHO CARES THAT YOUR HUSBAND IS CAUCASIAN, PROBABLY THAT GIVES YOU HIGH SELF ESTEEM OR YOU FEEL MORE IMPORTANT, DONT BE BRAGER , cause pesado ubicate

[@jj-bp3fr]

Contrary to your fears about CDMX, I ALWAYS visit that beautiful city, my favorite in the world. I've walked on my own at midnight many times, driven at night, driven off toll booth roads, etc. Have used the public bus transportation everywhere, you just have to be mindful like anywhere else in the world.

[@allisa-vi7lp]

Thank you for this comment...Is San Miguel Allende safe? I'm just beginning my search as to where to live.

[@jj-bp3fr]

@@allisa-vi7lp I'd visit the location, talk to locals and expats.

[@allisa-vi7lp]

@@jj-bp3fr Yes..thanks

[@truthray2556]

I drove from Texas to Oaxaca de Juarez 8 months ago. I did not drive at night. I stayed on the toll road (cuotas). I have had no issues in Mexico since I came but I would not drive at night and I plan my trips out so there are no surprises.

[@25Soupy]

You were smart to do so. I'm also Canadian and this woman has been living in Mexico for some time, she should have known better.

[@Ara-ej3hk]

You are very clever 👍

[@SharonSolieri]

Do not blame the victim.

[@allisa-vi7lp]

Where in TX did you leave from? I'm in Dallas and may relocated to San Miguel de Allende...thanks

[@truthray2556]

@@allisa-vi7lp I drove from Waco which is the same route as I previously would have taken from Fort Worth or Dallas

[@natalyvaldez3117]

Shout out to your wife!! She is very intelligent. Post pandemic mental health has taken a toll on everyone and people don’t realize that the whole world is different after Covid.

[@Dulce77]

We have to remember too that many El Salvador “gang” members have spread out though So. American country because they are avoiding being in El Salvador because they don’t want to go to prison. Things will be getting worse just as in USA.

[@chrisc1644]

I won’t even fly to Mexico and stay in a resort in that country much less do this! Its a big world out there!

[@SaltyDraws]

Great tips. I was driving from Cancun to Chetumal and some dudes were frantically trying to flag me down. No way I would stop there in the middle of nowhere.

[@cindyk3076]

That's just horrible, so sorry for her family. Great reminder tips, thank you!

[@JorgeGarcia-ri9ol]

This is sad, ,my condolences to her friends and family. I hope her pets are well.

[@totorovictoria2170]

Having to be concerned about basic personal safety would really reduce my quality of life. I hope Mexico is able to improve this over time. It must be so hard for people who have no choice but to live this way.

[@concepcionledezma5027]

Depression and poverty is never an excuse for committing a crime.

[@midlifecrisis7888]

The communist have taken over mexico. Wake TF up. This is why it’s happening

[@xxxkueckxxx]

Tienes razon amigo. Lo siento por mi Mexico

[@lluviagonzalez2225]

But it is the origin of crime to the 80% of people that don't come out of depression and poverty into higher grounds.

[@evelic]

Neither is being rich. AKA seriel killers in US.

[@evelic]

@@xxxkueckxxx man, deja de lamer botas anglosajonas.

[@corndog9482]

Although bad things can happen anywhere, the fact that so many of these things like fake police, fake checkpoints, obstructing roads, tollbooth takeovers, etc... are so widespread and common that you have to mention them says a lot. Thanks for the info. Perhaps driving all the way down to Queretaro from the states isn't such a good idea.

[@25Soupy]

She was a Canadian living in Zipolite Oaxaca for many years. She was driving back to Canada. Queretaro is about a 13 hour drive from Zipolite which means they were just over halfway to the Texas border. I assume they were attempting to drive none stop.

[@corndog9482]

@@25Soupy The distance from the Texas border (Laredo) to Queretaro still requires at least one stop, especially if I try to avoid driving at night. I don't want to risk it, especially because I would be driving an Acura MDX (it's not a "fancy" car, but still, it's on the slightly nicer side), plus a 6ft trailer filled with belongings. The trailer would make it next to impossible to make aggressive evasive maneuvers if I had to. Am I over-thinkning this? I just read through forums regarding safety along this route (85D to 57, stopping at Las Palmas Hotel along the way), and it seems people are saying it's safe if I stop driving before 2pm, but then I read other reddit threads saying that I should prepare to get jacked and lose my car and belongings at the very least, or risk my life at worst.

[@victoriagagarina4262]

​@@25Soupy obviously she was involved in some illegal shit, no one drives in Mexico at night if they are not

[@victoriagagarina4262]

Its fine and normal people drive all the time, I just did this trip last month, it's not dangerous if you are driving toll roads during the day and not get involved in such shit as obviously that woman was

[@corndog9482]

@@victoriagagarina4262 what was she involved with?

[@curtissharris8914]

People have never been happier in a place they can't go out a night lol

[@otfinoskiotfinoski8856]

many years ago i lived in costa rica and wanted to drive to the states. i consulted the u.s. embassy and they said no dont do it, they said every cop in mexico will stop a gringos car and demand a bribe, you pay and meanwhile he tips off the cops ahead on his radio and they stop you, demanding a bribe . The embassy said i would be broke before reaching the border and if i had no money they will take my car.

[@jennyhammond9261]

I drove from the US to central Mexico. I didn't get stopped a single time except for at the official checkpoints. I haven't been stopped since living here either (foreign plates).

[@tabacum2]

How long ago was this? I have driven all over Mexico and only had pleasant encounters with police. Much nicer than US police. A couple older American friends complained about being taken advantage of by corrupt cops, but in both cases after listening to the full story both had committed a traffic offense and both Americans initiated the bribe offer in order to avoid inconvenience. Not to say some cops won’t try to shake down naive (especially older) Americans, but Mexico has been cracking down on such corruption. The biggest expense of driving across Mexico is the insane tolls.

[@jennyhammond9261]

@@tabacum2 not sure if you're asking me or Costa Rica comment For me, June 2023. I speak fluent Spanish, which helps, and I also had a Mexican friend meet me at border to ride down w me.

[@tabacum2]

@@jennyhammond9261I was responding to the Costa Rica comment, but nice to hear you confirm my experience. I am NOT fluent, but even knowing some basic Spanish does help. Even more important is learning the traffic laws, which are a bit different than in US. My only offense in Mexico was a parking ticket. Had to go to the station at end of the officer’s shift to pay the fine (to a separate cashier, NOT the cop) and retrieve my license plate. On first try I arrived too early and the cop hadn’t returned from patrol with my plate, so had to come back within a 15 minute time frame just before the station closed, or wait until the next day. In places that get a lot of tourists the police know that an American on vacation is not going to be patient enough to go through the correct process of paying the fine and maybe missing a flight or at least wasting a day of precious vacation, which can make them a tempting target. Nice to see Quintana Roo address this by allowing tourists to get off with a warning for minor offenses.

[@racay9082]

So sad. May she rest in peace. Always be sure to drive on the toll road, not on the free one .

[@kellyname5733]

So weird for you to mention the 'free road'. We used to drive on the free roads sometimes in the 80's and the 90's. The only reason we would ever drive on the pay roads was because it was faster. Now you cant even know you would be safe on the pay roads. Gosh..I know this crap happens all over the world but..Im rethinking about Mexico and have been for a few years now. I just dont want to be in Europe in a country in the EU. The treatment of the citizens during the sickness was horrific. You all know it's gonna happen again and I dont want to be trapped. Even in Mexico the mask mandate was just lifted in late 2022. Eastern Europe is looking better and better, if it just wasn't for that snow.

[@kokalti]

My Mexican neighbor here in the US was traveling there every year for vacation. The last few years he does not go because he says it's not safe at all anymore. That says it all!!!

[@25Soupy]

"traveling there every year" you mean your neighbor traveled by car?

[@judyfroemming7756]

Too many drugs; druglords; gangs.

[@taniaplay9204]

Extrañamente no, las drogas van a USA​@@judyfroemming7756

[@legalmexican]

Most of Mexico is safe. Border zones should be avoided. It's why God invented airplanes.

[@yesibot.2051]

@@judyfroemming7756 It has always been that way. Having common sense will save you from a headache. No brainer

[@vatosolo9230]

Driving at night on Mexican highways has always been discouraged. Ask any Mexican, the biggest risk is crashing at highway speeds into a horse, cow or other livestock that is loose and around the roads. That is the greatest risk you face. Buses have this issue, but they can withstand the impact and you should be wearing your seatbelt.

[@LaVerdadJournal]

Yes, also in Spain and Germany they do this - what are you talking about saying 'it can happen everywhere'?! So politically correct...

[@cruisingal2]

A vacay renter of mine had to leave their rental car trip in Mexico after being stopped 5 times and having to pay off "the police". They were put in a red rental car and felt it was a "hint" for the police of who to stop and be successful at getting money. They left Mexico immediately and flew back to Miami and finished out their vacay at my rental. I wouldn't travel by car in Mexico. Period. There are so many wonderful people there, but no thank you....

[@victoriagagarina4262]

Don't be ridiculous, millions of people travel in Mexico every year and if you have even a little brain it's totally fine

[@debolada6650]

Didn't Tangerine travel Han Highways all over mexico for about 4 years

[@the1andonly]

This is a very sad occurrence and it can happen anywhere. My personal experience says to travel during the day. Other than that, just travel and be aware of your surroundings. I've travelled all over the east side of Mexico on my bicycle and it was against the advice of anyone I met in the US, before crossing the Brownsville / Matamoros border. I was paranoid for two days, but eventually I realized that 99% of people are just normal citizens who will not do any harm. There are bad apples everywhere, but most of those won't mess with a cyclist in worn out clothes 😆

[@JovitaLopez-r3m]

YOU SEE HOW DANGEROUS YOU DO NOT KNOW IF IS A FAKE POLICE THIS IS INSANE

[@JorgeSchz2004]

I'm mexican and I recomend to all people in general, don't come to Mexico, *at least,* not in this year, because it's an electoral year, we are gonna have a new president, so, any mexican knows that many bad stuff would happen during the political campaigns.

[@jj-bp3fr]

Will I'm mexican too and I wouldn't listen to you, don't spread fear, just be cautious like anywhere in the world.

[@ninjaroo882]

Moral of the story: don't go on road trips in Mexico, fly whenever possible.

[@Brian-lk1nl]

Thanks for this video and all the safety tips.

[@thinkinenglish4877]

So the answer to the question is Mexico safe in 2024? No. You wouldn’t hear about this happening in Portugal or Spain.

[@Halcon_Sierreno]

Unless the French invade again.

[@jj-bp3fr]

I follow spanish youtubers that live in mexico and they talk about the crimes in spain all the time, so it's not true what your saying.

[@AbigailSanchez1986]

A simple Google search proved you wrong in about 3 seconds😅 🤭

[@jj-bp3fr]

@@AbigailSanchez1986 in my feed, I get tons of short videos EVERYDAY coming from Spain about Romanians, gypsies, and Bulgarians stealing from people, there's a guy who follows them around exposing them on the streets and subways while yelling out "Pickpockets" and the gangs run away. The subway's speakers also warn people outloud to watch over their belongings. Apparently, pickpocketing is thriving there. I know its everywhere, but in Spain it's running wild.

[@AbigailSanchez1986]

@@jj-bp3fr Yes I agree. My reply was to her original comment at the top.

[@tucsonazul]

My heart go's to the family... This things happen any were unfortunaly.

[@lalag1938]

You made it sound really scary. I'm not in a big hurry to visit Mexico any time soon.

[@kickmcconnell]

Unfortunately even Taxco in Guerrero is going through a bad time right now. Which is sad, we loved our time in Taxco.

[@marcosreal11]

Thanks, where did you get this info?

[@francoonoorto9974]

I won’t even fly to Mexico and stay in a resort in that country much less do this

[@enddayswakeupyisrael]

I am so sad about what happened to the Canadian woman and her friend. Yes, driving at night in Mexico or anywhere for that matter is dangerous. We left Mexico 2015 because it was so dangerous. I was going to be kidnapped! We had to flee the country. I was driving a Land Rover, big mistake! We left it in Mexico. I will never go back there again. Mexico may be ok in limited areas but even if your careful, things happen. I left to Argentina. Alot safer. US is too expensive as a retire.

[@mexicanspec]

Not travel to Sinaloa? I resemble that remark.

[@kingof206]

My family has always said, if you’re traveling through Mexico in a car.. always use the payed toll roads, and travel during the day. Plan your trip, so you can stay in motels, hotels on the way before it gets dark, then continue the next morning. Also it’s better to bring a not so new car, as to not bring attention to you.

[@thegoldendog7991]

As they mentioned in the video, even toll gates are targeted areas. Paying off or forcing toll operators not to show up and replacing them with criminals.

[@brendexxruiz]

Thanks for sharing these tips with us. My husband and I travel by car every year or so, from Laredo, TX to Mexico City. We always stop at MATEHUALA and spend the night at a hotel. Next morning, we continue our journey. The STATE police have treated us very well and even have checked on us to make sure everything was ok. I wrote down the number for the"Angeles Verdes" 078, but can I dial it from my U.S. phone?

[@bbustin1747]

Probably if it’s an American company with actual service in Mexico like ATT , but not sure

[@TheGdlvegas]

​@@bbustin1747Los angeles verdes is an organization from the Tourist Mexican agency, to give help and information to tourist on the road.

[@midnittkr]

Don't drive at night in general in Mexico........Rule #1 just like don't drive in South Chicago after dark.....common sense

[@troubldG]

This is a good one guys. Nice format!