Spring Break Travel to Mexico
Wednesday, 09 March 2011 17:46
In less than a week, hundreds of University of Arizona students will be traveling to many different vacation destinations in Mexico.
Traditionally, many Spring Break travelers flock to resort cities such as Puerto Vallarta, Acapulco, Cancun, Cozumel, and Rocky Point.
This year, however, questions have arisen over the increasing danger of these locations. A surge in violence in Mexico over the last few years has led to concerns about student safety while in Mexico.
In spite of such chaos, some students don't fear the daily media alerts warning against Mexico travel.
Jenna Sklar, who is traveling to Puerto Vallarta, said, "I think if you are smart, there is not much to worry about in Mexico."
Sklar said she has traveled throughout Mexico numerous times and has never felt threatened or in danger.
"It just matters if you put yourself in that situation," Sklar stated.
Many students plan on staying together to avoid any trouble or confrontation.
Sklar said, "I don't plan on venturing off from my group; I plan on staying with them at all times."
Some students aren't so optimistic about the situation in Mexico.
Dave Reischer, also a UA student, feels that the violence in Mexico could be a serious threat.
"It's dangerous and there is a lot of drug violence going on, there are big threats. People have been beheaded in Acapulco," Reischer said.
The Texas Department of Public Safety issued a stern warning about college students' travel to Mexico for spring break on March 1, 2011. Their advice: "Don't go."
While many visitors will travel to Mexico without any problems, the reality of all the violence cannot be overlooked. For the most current information about travel warnings go to the U.S. State Department website.
The UA is doing its part to educate students about the precautions necessary when traveling to distant locations.
Jason Casares, Assistant Dean of Students & Campus Safety Coordinator, sent an email to the UA community titled "Spring Break Travel." He invited all students to attend a Spring Break Safety Fair held on March 3 and also outlined where students could go to get further safety information about specific locations around the world.
This email specifically mentioned travel to Mexico and urged reading the materials to increase your safety.
According to Casares, all faculty and staff received this helpful website which was sent out across the U of A listserv.
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