Mexico Travel Advisory - Get the Truth and All the Facts
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Survey results of recent Mexico travelers
On March 9, 2009, Funjet Vacations conducted a survey to learn firsthand what vacations are experiencing in the areas around resorts in Mexico. The survey was sent to Funjet Vacations’ travelers who visited Mexico between October 2008 and March 2009. A total of 799 people responded: 284 who traveled to Mexico in 2008 and 515 who traveled to Mexico in 2009.
Here are the survey results…
Recent travelers see no reason to stop visiting Mexico, and are eager to visit again.
Q: Would you return to Mexico again for a vacation?
A: 97% said “Yes”
Those who traveled in early 2009 responded that they felt more safe compared to those who traveled in late 2008.
Q: While you were vacationing in Mexico, did you feel unsafe at any time?
A: 2008: 85% said “No” | 2009: 91% said “No”
Q: Agreement with statement “I felt safe and secure” while traveling in Mexico:
A: 2008: 89% agreement | 2009: 92% agreement.
“Very secure down here [in Mexico]; no problems whatsoever…”
- Craig (Traveled to Cancun Jan. '09)
“Yeah, I did [feel safe and secure] and I was worried about it [safety] before we came…”
- Dave (Traveled to Cancun Feb. '09)
Fewer than 1% of vacationers reported feeling unsafe on resort property in 2009.
Q: While you were vacationing in Mexico, did you feel unsafe on resort property?
A: Over 99% said “No”
“We were a little nervous with all of the news before we came down but we didn’t have any problems…”
- Mary (Traveled to Vallarta Feb. '09)
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Travel Weekly Audio Webcast: "Mexico: Facts About Safety" (34 min. Requires Flash)
“The situation is that the concentration of violence is in the U.S./Mexico border towns that are hundreds of miles away from main tourist destinations.”
- Mike Going (President of Funjet Vacations)
We notice that many of the violent activities are localized in several different places. They are not general across the north of Mexico, let alone through…the entire country.”
- Gordon Duguid (U.S. State Dept. Spokesman)
We are aware that many of you are concerned and confused regarding the Update to the Travel Alert…I understand your doubts and fears, and that’s why we ask you to be aware that some of the stories reported on TV and in newspapers can be inaccurate and sometimes misleading…” READ MORE
- Oscar Fitch (CEO of the Mexico Tourism Board)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. State Department have removed their recommendation that U.S. travelers avoid travel to Mexico due to the H1N1 Flu (or Swine Flu). See cdc.gov and travel.state.gov for more details.
Click here to view the most recent changes to the Funjet Vacations travel policies.
For the most up-to-date policy information, call the number at the top of the screen for bookings made online. If you booked through a travel agent, we recommend you contact your booking agent.
Funjet Vacations is committed to providing you with a safe and enjoyable vacation experience and we’re confident that Mexico remains a safe tourist destination.
On this page you’ll find valuable information and resources to help you make educated decisions when planning your Mexico vacation:
Please contact us or your local travel professional using the phone number at the top of this page.
Mexico Travel Update: Safe for Vacationers
March 18, 2009 - The drug related violence that triggered the update is centered in border towns more than 300 miles from the tourist destinations frequented by our customers. (For example, the distance from Ciudad Juarez to Cancun and the Riviera Maya is more than 2,200 miles. That’s just a few hundred miles less than the difference between San Francisco, CA and New York City, NY!)
Apr 10, 2009 - Is It Safe to Go to Mexico? (Wall Street Journal)
Apr 7, 2009 - Mexico Tourism Board leading effort to ease safety concerns
Apr 7, 2009 - Director of Mexico Tourism Board in Chicago explains that Mexico travel is safe
Mar 18, 2009 - Recent survey results support that Mexico is a safe tourist destination
Mar 13, 2009 - Travel industry executives unite for common cause: getting the facts straight
Mexico Tourism Board U.S. YouTube Channel
Mexico-Update.com
What does the Mexico Travel Advisory actually say?
The Mexico Travel Alert dates back to April of 2008 and was UPDATED on February 20, 2009 as a result of increased violence along the Mexico/U.S. border towns of Tijuana, Ciudad Juarez and Chihuahua City. While millions of U.S. citizens safely visit Mexico each year, violence in the country has increased recently, predominantly amongst the Mexican drug cartels. To review the actual alert, visit: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/pa/pa_3028.html
Where are the cities/regions affected by the violence?
The violence is predominantly in Mexico/U.S. border towns, more than 300 miles from the main tourist destinations like Cancun, Riviera Maya, Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, Cozumel, Los Cabos, Mazatlan and Acapulco. For example, the distance from Ciudad Juarez to Cancun and the Riviera Maya is more than 2,200 miles. That’s just a few hundred miles less than the difference between San Francisco, CA and New York City, NY!
Scroll over the map to see the distance between cities with reported violence and the main Mexico tourist destinations.
Is it safe in Cancun/Riviera Maya, Puerto Vallarta, Cozumel, Los Cabos?
We believe that all of our leisure destinations remain safe for travelers and are confident that we, in conjunction with our hoteliers and in-destination representatives, have our passengers’ safety top of mind. We encourage our customers to take proper precautions when traveling anywhere, not just Mexico. Travelers should stick to main tourist areas and be aware of their surroundings.
What if I want to cancel my vacation?
We believe that our leisure destinations remain safe for travelers and are confident that we, in conjunction with our hoteliers and in-destination representatives, have our passengers’ safety top of mind. Therefore, anyone who wishes to cancel would fall under our normal cancellation policies. Clients that have already purchased the Complete Coverage have the option to cancel for any reason, should they choose to do so.
If you still do not feel comfortable traveling to Mexico for any reason, we offer several other great destinations for any type of desired vacation experience.
Actually there has rarely been a better time to take a vacation to Mexico. Not only are the popular Mexico tourist destinations very safe, but the value you can receive right now has rarely been seen before.
Destinations like Cancun, Riviera Maya, Cozumel, Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, Los Cabos and others are offering an overwhelming number of incredible deals and specials that give you the opportunity to have an even better vacation experience for very affordable prices. Right now, you can find Mexico deals that include one or more – lots more – of the following:
The destinations are safe.
The deals are too good to pass up.
There truly hasn’t been a better time to take a vacation in Mexico.
35 years of experience
Funjet Vacations has been taking tens of thousands of travelers to popular Mexican vacation destinations every year for over 35 years and your safety and comfort is our absolute #1 priority. Learn more about Funjet Vacations.
A dedicated team of in-destination support professionals
Funjet provides a unique service for all of our customers traveling to Mexico – a dedicated team of in-destination support professionals. If you have a question, a quick phone call will get you the answer. If you have a concern, they’ll address it immediately. If you need assistance ranging from help with your baggage to transportation to and from the airport or an activity, our team in Mexico – Lomas Travel – will be at your service to make sure you feel safe, secure and taken care of to ensure you have a vacation experience you’ll never forget.
Complete coverage travel packages lets you book with confidence
Funjet’s Complete Coverage lets you cancel at ANY time for ANY reason and get your money back! Just give us a quick call to let us know you need to cancel your vacation and we’ll refund your money and the only cost to you is the Complete Coverage policy. You'll even get your money back on non-refundable air tickets!
Having to cancel your vacation is disappointing enough. Funjet’s Complete Coverage protection plan makes it a little bit easier.
