Safety in the Yucatan Peninsula to Receive a $70-Million-Peso Investment

Although international media often portrays Mexico as a highly dangerous country, this is not the case in many of its beautiful states. We wouldn’t recommend wondering into places such as Guerrero, Michoacán or the northern border. But other destinations like Puerto Vallarta, San Miguel de Allende, Cancun, Playa del Carmen and Tulum are quite safe. In fact, it is so safe that many expats have chosen these major cities as their forever homes. Safety in Mexico has long been an issue. However, the government has put forward efforts constantly to keep tourist destinations as safe as possible. There is no need to worry for your safety in the Yucatan Peninsula.

Safety in the Yucatan Peninsula Comes First

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Just recently, the Fund for Strengthening of Performance in Public Security Matters announced that they will be giving just over $70 million Mexican pesos worth of public security to the Yucatan Peninsula. They will be investing around $14 million of these in Merida alone. The four main municipalities in the state of Yucatan will receive just over $120,000 for security measures. This includes Merida, Progreso, Tizimin and Valladolid. The capital will be put forth for possessions to strengthen the presentation of the municipalities and the state of the public security.

Authorites are required to make the millions of annual tourists feel safe and protected in the tourist areas. This is because Mexico has experienced higher crime rates in certain areas, mainly amongst opposing drug cartels. Safety in the Yucatan Peninsula has risen concerns about whether traveling to the country is a good idea or not. However, tourist destinations are far from being dangerous.

Over the past 10 years only four major kidnappings have occurred in the state. Mexico certainly has some red-alert states. We cannot deny that. But in general, Mexico is quite a safe country in comparison to major cities in the United States or Europe. The efforts that the government is putting in to keep safety in the Yucatan Peninsula at bay are major. This is mainly due to its tourism-driven economy. That is why it comes as no surprise that places such as Merida, Cancun, Playa del Carmen and Tulum keep growing in tourism (a 4.3% in Quintana Roo, according to SEDETUR), and in real estate sales.

The Yucatan Peninsula is Still the Perfect Getaway

Safety in the Yucatan Peninsula

The southeastern region of the country continues to paint an image of relaxation, rejuvenation and of self-discovery. Here, you can find your dream home in the tranquility of the Mayan jungle, steps away from the turquoise Caribbean waters without ever having to second-guess yourself or your surroundings. The Yucatan Peninsula continues to grow and continues to put forth the life you’ve always dreamed of.

 

Xcaret Announces Two New Parks in the Riviera Maya

Xcaret Park is perhaps one of the Riviera Maya’s most sought-after tourist attractions. It offers a wide selection of activities that are impossible to see in just one day. From swimming in the ocean, to visiting the massive aquarium, and checking out the butterfly den and seeing the jaguars and panthers, it has everything for a fun day-trip for the family. It is the size of over 40 football fields and has all types of water activities on offer. However, its most popular attraction is the Mexico Espectacular show they put on at the end of the day.

The owners of Xcaret, however, have not just stopped at that. In total, they have opened six parks and one archeological tour. They are Xcaret, Xel Ha, Xplor (and Xplor Fuego), Xichen, Xenotes, Xoximilco, and Xenses. At the moment, their seventh park, Xavage by Xcaret, is under construction and is due to open in December 2018. For three years in a row now, Xcaret has received the Best International Theme Park Award by American travel companies, making it one of the most important Mexican-owned companies in the world.

A New World of Adventures

Xel Ha

The new park, according to Experiencias Xcaret General Director, Miguel Quintana Pali, is a whole lot of new extreme. It will be located right next to Xoximilco near the Cancun International Airport. The 25-million USD investment is going towards the implementation of a mountain and a fast white-water river to make the park one of the most exciting to experience.

Another Addition for Xperiencias Xcaret

Moreover, the group is now preparing to add yet another park to their portfolio. Authorities have recently approved a full-blown water park called Suut Há Water Park by Experiencias Xcaret. The Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources permitted the construction for the park in March of the upcoming year. Their goal for the water park features a 40-meter high slide, many swimming pools, canals, and lush green areas with a capacity of over two hectares.

Xplor

The water park will be located near their Xplor Park in Playa del Carmen and is set to cost approximately 1 billion Mexican pesos. It will create close to 200 new jobs. The Riviera Maya offers plenty of activities to enjoy their natural resources. But missing out on any one of the Xcaret adventure parks is a mistake. Especially for those that live in the Riviera Maya!

If you want to make this paradise your retirement home, reach out to us today. We’ve got experts waiting to help you find your dream home.

World Travel Awards 2015: The Best of Tourism in Mexico

Every year, the winners of the World Travel Awards are chosen by a jury of international experts who cast their votes to select those destinations and tourism service providers. On the 22nd edition of these prestigious awards, Mexico’s leader destinations and providers have been favored as nominees and winners.

This is no coincidence, considering that Mexico occupies a solid 10th position among the most popular tourist destinations worldwide. Only in 2014, more than 24 million tourists visited our beautiful country; generating a gross income of more than $10 billion dollars.

If you want to know more about these awards, we invite you to see the list of winners.
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World Travel Awards Winners in the Mexico and Central America Region:

Mexico & Central America’s Leading Airport Hotel Hilton Mexico City Airport, Mexico
Mexico & Central America’s Leading All Inclusive Resort Hard Rock Hotel Cancun
Mexico & Central America’s Leading Beach Resort Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa, Mexico
Mexico & Central America’s Leading Hotel Suite The Grand Penthouse Suite @ Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa
Mexico & Central America’s Leading Meetings & Conference Centre Cancun Center, Cancun, Mexico
Mexico & Central America’s Leading Nature Reserve Rio Secreto, Mexico
Mexico & Central America’s Leading New Hotel Grand Hyatt Playa Del Carmen Resort, Mexico
Mexico & Central America’s Leading Resort Las Ventanas al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort, Mexico
Mexico & Central America’s Leading Tourist Board Cancun Convention & Visitors Bureau

World Travel Awards: Mexico Winners

Mexico’s Leading All Inclusive Resort Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya
Mexico’s Leading Beach Destination Cancun
Mexico’s Leading Beach Resort Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto
Mexico’s Leading Boutique Hotel Hacienda de San Antonio
Mexico’s Leading Business Hotel Hilton Mexico City Reforma
Mexico’s Leading Destination Cancun
Mexico’s Leading Family Resort Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya
Mexico’s Leading Hotel The Ritz-Carlton Cancun
Mexico’s Leading Hotel Residences Esperanza, An Auberge Resort
Mexico’s Leading Hotel Suite Bret Michaels Rock Star Suite @ Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya
Mexico’s Leading Resort Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita
Mexico’s Leading Spa Resort Banyan Tree Mayakoba

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International awards such as these, allow Mexico to remain in the spotlight as a leading world tourist destination. This is the perfect showcase for the wonderful destinations and hospitality services that can be found in this beautiful country.

If you want to know more about these awards, we invite you to visit the World Travel Awards website and learn more about the best travel destinations within Mexico and the world. If you have visited any of the destinations or have enjoyed the services offered by the winners, please let us know about your experience!

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