Summary
Many Americans continue to travel to Mexican resorts despite concerns about cartel violence. A viral video highlighted an unusually empty flight to Cancun, sparking discussions about travel safety. Although there were recent security alerts in parts of Mexico, the U.S. has since lifted its shelter-in-place directives for American citizens there.
Key Facts
- A TikTok video showed an almost empty flight from the U.S. to Cancun, Mexico.
- The video sparked online discussions about safety when traveling to Mexico.
- Mexico has experienced violence linked to the killing of a cartel leader.
- The U.S. had issued, but has now lifted, shelter-in-place orders for Americans in areas like Cancun.
- The U.S. mission in Mexico confirmed that flights from Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta are operating normally.
- A TikTok user pointed out that despite safety concerns, Cancun still hosts over 300,000 tourists regularly.
