U.S. Adds Terrorism Note to Mexico Travel Advisory—What It Means

Playa del Carmen, Mexico — The U.S. Department of State updated its travel advisories for various countries, maintaining Quintana Roo at “Level 2” (Exercise Increased Caution), a classification shared with destinations such as France and Germany. For the first time, the advisory now includes a “terrorism” (T) indicator, though the Mexican Caribbean Hotel Council emphasized this reflects a global risk assessment rather than specific threats in the region.

Advisory Context and Industry Response

In a statement issued today, the Mexican Caribbean Hotel Council clarified that the updated advisory incorporates generalized risk criteria applied by the U.S. government worldwide. “This change does not constitute a warning of specific attacks in the Mexican Caribbean but is part of a broader update to the U.S. global risk classification system,” the council stated. The advisory also references organized crime, kidnapping, and violence across multiple Mexican states.

Quintana Roo has remained at Level 2 for years, a moderate designation also applied to European nations like Spain, Italy, and the United Kingdom. The council underscored that the Mexican Caribbean continues to be a leading global tourist destination, with reinforced security protocols and first-tier infrastructure.

No Local Incidents Linked to Terrorism

The “terrorism” indicator, newly added to Quintana Roo’s advisory, stems from the U.S. government’s standardized global evaluation framework, not from any recent incidents in the state. “Visitors can continue enjoying their stay by following general safety recommendations applicable to any international destination,” the council affirmed.