TRAVEL ADVISORY security issues in Mexico and Puerto Vallarta

[@PhilosopherKing73]

What a crock of B.S. ! We’ve lived in Puerto Vallarta 15 years and have visited many of the surrounding areas with absolutely no issues. Don’t wander through rural areas at night, stay far away from the drug trade, don’t stagger around drunk in town and you’re good. Far safer than cities in the U.S., that’s for sure!

[@paulcgrout5108]

WE FEEL SAFER IN PV THAN IN MOST OF CALIF. Lots of Calif is not safe at all. We stay in PV 2 months out of the yr. We love it. It has been our second home for 25yrs

[@josejimenaz]

Ure right don't forget lot of homeless as well in cali in mexico u don't see tat shit😢

[@hfizz1254]

same

[@battbro]

I just wanted to say I 100% agree!

[@mikel.5850]

Thank you for your insight and your honesty makes a lot safer for people traveling

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

my pleasure

[@jessemartinez1105]

Thanks for posting Oscar. I live about an hour away from Chicago and unfortunately at least one person gets murdered every day there. During the summer it is not unusual to hear of ten or more getting shot and or killed every weekend, especially over holiday weekends. Violent crime has increased significantly there in the last few years. Not to mention other types of crime such as assaults, armed robbery, etc... I almost never go there, when I do it is to an event where there is a lot of security present. I feel safer traveling to Mexico than I do to Chicago or other large American cities because statistically I am safer in Mexico, especially since I spend most of my time in the tourist areas.

[@geraldarnoult]

That's a big B.S., people who know Mexico and live in Mexico know all the exaggerated B.S., the U.S. should be issuing warnings about dangerous U.S. cities not Mexico but there to embarrassed, those incidences are rare, 47 years living in Mexico the first time I have ever heard of this and many women travel to Mexico solo, most of the crime is cartel on cartel, or associates don't get involved, I always go out of the tourist area all the time, nothing happens, I don't know what this situation was, the U.S. news claims was the cartel? not likely, investigating show unlikely the cartel, the cartel just don't murder people, most of incidences I found the suspected reason why and usually it is involved in some criminal activities, like drugs, or cartel stuff, cant say anything about these 3 people, but I know that this is not common, also the U.S. media claimed it was for tires and rims, don't make sense both are still on the truck, and if it was to steal the truck why is the truck still there? the Cartel don't need to steal a vehicle, Cartels are not a bunch of gangbangers, are just the standard criminal and it is complete B.S. the cartels run and control Mexico, a U.S. fairytale and all drug don't come from Mexico, Fentanyl is syntactic, there's many illegal drug labs in the U.S. and the U.S. manufacture Fentanyl for U.S. hospital, who do you think caused the opioid crises in the U.S.?, not Mexico, U.S. dirty doctors and U.S. Pharma

[@janetpartyka5968]

I go to Mexico a fair amount and would just say to keep abreast of the news. I read news from Mexico City and Puerto Vallarta and also watch podcasts of people who visit or stay in many parts of Mexico. It's a good way to get up-to-date information on various topics and subject matter.

[@JShady7620]

I’ve been to Mexico 3 times and never had any problems. Always travel by myself, party at night off the resort and always felt safe.

[@AmandaSiragusa-t3r]

I have 4 children and we’ve been all the areas and I felt extremely safe. We live in Nayarit. Come and enjoy

[@denisedixon5644]

We have traveled to PV for 25 yrs & have never had an issue , but likeothers are saying don't do silly things or ho to isolated areas alone . Traveled to many places ,howevernone can compare with the hospitality in PV , they are very special & lovely friendly people . 1:02

[@goldenretriever6261]

I'm a cyclist. I go down to PV to ride in the warm weather. I ride out far in the country by myself and never had a problem.

[@mennettecamberos1078]

Thank you for addressing this. I love going to Mexico, but know very well to stay away from isolated areas (like I do here, in the U.S.). My condolences to the families that are mourning the young men in Cabo. I hope this does not blind people from going to Mexico, but just make them more aware of their surroundings while traveling.

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

just to inform to our tourist to stay safe and well informed about Mexico

[@geraldarnoult]

That's strange becouse that how I feel in the U.S., I find Mexico to be overall safer then the U.S., example: eat at an outside seafood restaurant, there was a shooting, first time in 47 year I heard of that place for a shooting, a man walk up wearing an over coat pulls a Weapon high speeds it out of there and 2 people were killed, does that freak-out, me? NO still eat there, why? becouse I have already figure what that was probably about, most likely drug cartel related, they go after the person, not just shooting the general public, are some nut in a bar for anger, don't get involved in that life, the reason is the person don't just start shooting People, like a random shooter, like gangs in the U.S. or some crazy person killing people for fun, now that is scary to me

[@DesertLifeCooks]

I love PV and go there frequently. I hope to be back there soon and I always feel safe. I follow your advice and thank you for it. Thank you for such a nice and informative share friend 🥰🇲🇽❤💞👍🏻

[@LuisGonzalez-dn4cz]

THANKS FOR KEEPING US POSTED, ALWAYS BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDING, STAY SAFE.

[@auntihooha]

Gracias compa. I went to el Tuito alone back in 2007 and walked all over town, taking photos, speaking my elementary Spanish with the local kids that followed me all around. I was certainly being watched, but had no problems. I wouldn't go back alone now without reason, even though I speak Spanish with fluency..

[@peterthompson99]

Very big news in Australia, of course. Very unfortunate for Mexican tourism, but those of us who are familiar with Mexico know the risky areas and avoid them. Mexico is such a large country and is mostly safe. We have travelled from Australia to Mexico three times (travelling extensively using mostly intercity buses) and have never felt in danger. I have always felt safer in Mexico than the US. Thanks for the update Oscar.

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

indeed Mexico is safe, but just a little advice for all the tourist enjoy in mexico in this video, saludos peter!

[@RadarProductions]

Thanks Peter. Your observation is very helpful. Not.

[@peterthompson99]

@@RadarProductions your comment is, though? What’s the particular issue?

[@geraldarnoult]

"unfortunate for Mexican tourism" no its not, Mexico is a worldwide destination and Americans who really know Mexico know what's going on, Mexico does not run on tourism, doing Covid, lots of business where shut down, so tourism was down in Mexico, like the U.S., did Mexico dry up and blow away? no it didn't, today in Mexico's case, migration is in reverse and Americans are invading Mexico to live a better economic life

[@SteveBeccaLuevano]

Primo is the Jorullo Bridge considered inside the bubble?

[@cwisaac22]

Señor, muchas gracias por la información. Me mudé a Guadalajara hace siete meses. Agradezco conocer más sobre el estado de Jalisco. Y me siento mucho más seguro en MX que en Estados Unidos. ¡¡¡Gracias!!! Y espero que tenga un lindo día. ❤ 🇲🇽

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

De nada, siempre informando y dando consejos para que disfruten sus vacaciones

[@DG-nq3ck]

What happened to the surfers was really sad. Stay in the bubble folks, dont take the risk out of the tourist area. Thank you for the video Senor, appreciate it. Love from canada 🇨🇦

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

saludos amigo, thanks for your support to mexico and puerto vallarta

[@susannejensen8087]

My spouse and I have traveled 2 tours around Mexico in an rv. . Down Baja, ferry to los mochis and down Pacific coast into Guatemala. Back to into Cancun and up the middle of Mexico to the usa border. Twice. Also, across the mountians from west coast to the east. Of course you have to be careful and travel smart. But you can't live your life in fear.

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

thats true! Mexico still great place for vacations

[@lisaarias-bess8720]

thank you for that great video and the wonderful information.

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Riscon1543]

PV is so safe .... I go 2-3 times a year and go all down south coast .... More murders here near Toronto then there . Keep Livin peeps

[@SteveBeccaLuevano]

Primo is The Jorullo bridge inside the bubble?

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

Yes 👍🏽

[@JNO_JNO]

All these US people saying how unsafe the US is ….. is not unexpected in a polarised country with drug problems and a population that is heavily armed.

[@MexicoRealEstatewithParrish]

Greetings from Merida - safest area in Mexico 🇲🇽

[@alienartco]

Thank you for keeping it real

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

Gracias amigo

[@elnet1]

TY for the information!

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

Any time!

[@kayglooo]

Hi! I’m going to PV in August. I would like to do a day trip in Sayulita. Is that still considered a safe area?

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

Yes, Sayulita is safe

[@christopherpalmer2529]

Is the drive safe from PV to Punta Mita with a driver?

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

Yes, of course must be a driver that you must trust

[@goldenretriever6261]

Safe to take the bus too.

[@escapedfromchanada8250]

Interesting, we were just planning a trip to Mascota and Talpa de Allende, where do you get your information that people are missing in those areas?

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

Local news, friends working over there

[@suebrurell5282]

Is four to 5 blocks away from beach in Emilio Zapata safe, can we walk there after sunset?

[@goldenretriever6261]

Yes.

[@aimajeffresswood8702]

¡Gracias Señor!

[@scriptimonicaonset]

What's the cheapest way to get to Chino's or Chico's paradise?

[@RouletteChamp]

Is Nuevo Nayarit Vidanta safe 😬I'm going with my wife and kids June 15th

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

No worries it is super safe, you are in the safe bubble

[@shanesmith5917]

Of course don’t believe the BS in the media. They exaggerate and sensationalize everything. That what sells the news. People need to stop watch the nightly bias reports!

[@RAFAEL92108]

It’s just very weird there… You’ll see

[@goldenretriever6261]

​@RAFAEL92108 yeah, it's not Mexico

[@battbro]

What about Yelapa?

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

It’s ok yelapa

[@JanetOrt]

How safe are cruise ship (Princess) excursions that go into very rural areas? We have cruise scheduled for Nov into Sea of Cortez up to Loreto and back down to Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta and Cabo San Lucas.

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

Puerto Vallarta is safe just now is not very safe to go to Mascota or Talpa de Allende at leas elections finished in the next June 2nd

[@JanetOrt]

@@ToursExcursionsVallartaThank you!

[@Notyouraveragesenior]

Good to know, Thank you.

[@tucsonazul]

Well... I rather be in Mexico than any big city in the U.S.

[@axt333]

depends on what city or place in Mexico

[@tucsonazul]

@@axt333 That's every body's job to do any place in the world.

[@MrYokahu]

Thank you so much for the advice. I am going to PV for 30 days in July and plan to visit Guadalajara, Tequila, and other places. I am also thinking of going to some of the Magical Towns, but I will be very vigilant -

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

im glad to inform you and help you

[@scriptimonicaonset]

Can you do a video on Chino's Paradise?

[@kareesu1]

Hi it must be safe to go to mascota and Talpa with a guide? Please let me know who does such a day tour? Thanks!

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

i will suggest don´t go for now to those places, those areas are risky for now.

[@kareesu1]

@@ToursExcursionsVallarta how about San Sebastián?

[@lencrites7044]

You are in Calexco? I have always been concerned when going to Mexico, Puerto Vallarta, Mazelan, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico City.

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

im in puerto vallarta, jalisco, and vallarta is very safe

[@shanesmith5917]

Don’t be concern or listen to the BS

[@juditharnott5604]

Tuito and surrounding areas are very safe. Vallarta is Safer than Surrey, BC. Baja is very different from here. I have lived here for 10 years now, have walked the Malecon at 1 a.m. and felt very safe. But if you are coming here, drink and party and get rowdy at night, then you are the problem! Yes,I drive all over the area, including Tuito, and have never had problems! Thanks NOT for spreading fear and distrust.

[@auntihooha]

Como esta Nayarit? Quiero llegar a Cruz de Huanacaztle...

[@goldenretriever6261]

Very safe.

[@sampatterson7761]

I’m an Australian. I want to go to Mexico for my first time. I don’t speak any Spanish. Where is some way safe for me to go for my first time I just want to eat lots of good Mexican food.

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

Visit Vallarta, is one of the most safe and beautiful tourist destinations in Mexico and if you wish I can help you with tours and show you the city, saludos

[@JNO_JNO]

I live in Montreal and my Australia niece lived with us on a youth work visa for 2 years. She is 24 and I was so happy she could go out at night in such a safe city. Montreal and Quebec is a very safe place. Recently 2 young Australian surfers were murdered in Mexico and it was in all the news papers and caused a lot of concern in Australia.

[@32AA32]

i live in phoenix. i think we have more cartel here now than in mexico. been going to mexico for 40 years. don't look for trouble and you won't find it.

[@CB-dl6cz]

Thanks Oscar! Stay in the bubble!

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

Always!

[@lisas866]

No matter what, Mexico is 1000 times safer than the US. How dare the US give an advisory. They should be giving that advisory for people coming into the US. I'm an American and I feel a lot safer in Mexico.

[@mikebracco890]

I love Mexico and haven't felt unsafe, but the homicide rates per capita are 4x of the US. you can argue nuance to where the rates are outliers, but there's not a slight difference between the countries.

[@Jr.Experience]

I'm from Canada and it's safer to live and travel Mexico than Canada.

[@suebrurell5282]

Canada is safe, I don t know where you live...

[@Jr.Experience]

@@suebrurell5282 not in AB. there is more theft and crime there than most of the americas

[@JNO_JNO]

I live in Montreal and my Australia niece lived with us on a youth work visa for 2 years. She is 24 and I was so happy she could go out at night in such a safe city. Montreal and Quebec is a very safe place. Recently 2 young Australian surfers were murdered in Mexico and it was in all the news papers and caused a lot of concern in Australia so I don’t understand your statement?

[@goldenretriever6261]

Everywhere in Canada is safe. Even the shitty areas of Toronto.

[@FernandoLazaro-u9g]

I've been around all México. Vallarta and the Rivera Nayarita it's Disney Land.The only people that are killed are on there motorcycle..Who is this guy trying to put fear in us..Go to T.J, Tepito, Iztapalapa, Acapulco..get a job

[@marleystjohn]

The police recently robbed my truck and took my photography equipment in conjunction with street thugs in Puerto Vallarta

[@axelgerber6298]

I live in PV and it’s very safe, this guy has no clue, trying to scare tourists

[@thegoldendog7991]

The big issue with Mexico is the cartels now don’t mind taking out innocent people along with their target in tourist areas, including PV, Tulum etc. You could be having a margarita one minute and dead the next. Lower level crime could now result in murder as well.

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

bad things happen everywhere, even here in puerto vallarta, but it is very unlikely, and I am only talking about puerto vallarta, not all of mexico.

[@thegoldendog7991]

@@ToursExcursionsVallarta I completely agree, but the cartels are a special breed.

[@samuelarellano7846]

Que te pasa no seas ignorante Estás hablando como Americano Yo vivo en Scottsdale. Aquí ay balaceras. Todas las noches día a día Yo viajo por todo México. México es maravilloso El que vive enel mundo oscuro Siempre va encontrar la escurrida Vive el la Luz. I nada te pasará Cristo dio este mensaje Úsalo en tu vida 🙏

[@jackyback3975]

Mexico never was safe. Therefore, applying for residency in Mexico is not worth the money. Mexico is not safe, bureaucratic and not cheap anymore. Why you wane be in country where you have to watch your back all the time. Mexico Residency is not cheap anymore

[@jasonhill9674]

Mexico is cheaper AND safer than the country I live in now where I have to watch my back. I guess it’s all about perspective, affordability and desire.

[@lisas866]

Yeah you must work for the US government. Mexico is way safer than the United States. I live in the United States and I'm here to tell you, I felt so safe in Mexico as I always do, but I do not feel safe in any American city for sure. It's pure propaganda

[@TheGdlvegas]

Mi amigo mejor no ayudes o mas bien perjudiques a México o Puerto Vallarta con todo ese tipo de comentarios o noticias que das con tu muy malo inglés, ya con los noticieros alrededor del mundo que nomas pasan lo negativo de México es suficiente, en todas las ciudades gringas ocurren diario asesinatos, balaceras, robos por diferentes circunstancias pero no por eso nadie te advierte no viajar a esas ciudades gringas , hace unas semanas aquí donde vivo un gringo mato de un balazo a un hispano que se dedicaba a limpiar alfombras en una colonia, lo quizo robar y al poner resistencia lo mato, y asi pasan tragedias diariamente, pero a diferencia de México eso solo sale en las noticias locales y no nacionales y mucho menos a nivel internacional, mi amigo donde quiera hay gente mala.

[@ToursExcursionsVallarta]

Hola querido hater gracias por darle mas relevancia a mis videos, tengo 500 mas donde podrías poner mas comentarios odiosos que tienen pocas vistas, me ayudas? XD

[@koatzingo361]

NO EMPIECES CON TUS CHINGADERAS DE QUE TU TIENES OTROS DATOS COMO TU PAPI AMLO 😂 YA CUANTOS DESAPARECIDOS ESTARAN EN POZOS