The United States issued new travel advisories for cruise lines stopping in dangerous Mexican ports due to cartel-related crime and kidnappings. Colima, Mexico, has one of the highest murder rates globally, prompting a 'Do Not Travel' warning. Ports like Manzanillo and Puerto Chiapas have received Level 4 and Level 3 warnings, respectively, for elevated crime levels.
Key Points
Increased cartel-related crime and kidnappings in Mexico prompted the U.S. travel advisories
Colima has one of the highest murder rates globally, leading to a 'Do Not Travel' warning
Manzanillo and Puerto Chiapas received Level 4 and Level 3 warnings, respectively, due to crime levels
Pros
Provides important travel safety information for potential visitors to Mexico
Highlights areas to avoid due to elevated crime rates
Cons
May impact tourism and local economy in the affected regions