A WAVE of violence has caused concerns over holidays to Mexico, following the killing of cartel leader El Mencho.
Here is everything you need to know.
Here is everything you need to know if you have a holiday bookedCredit: Alamy
What has happened in Mexico?
Parts of Mexico are currently in the grip of a major security crisis following the .
Local media reported a erupted across Jalisco, Michoacan, Tamaulipas, Colima, Guanajuato, Aguascalientes and Veracruz.
This included roadblocks and the shootings at Guadalajara Airport.
Is it safe to travel to Mexico?
The popular tourist resorts that Brits visit remain safe to travel to.
Areas in the state of Quintana Roo including Tulum, Cancun and Riviera Maya are not affected.
The unrest is primarily in the west of the country, around 1,000 miles way from the southeast.
The UK government advises against non-essential travel to 10 regions in , including parts of the US border such as Tijuana.
This includes areas in:
- State of Baja California
- State of Chihuahua
- State of Sinaloa
- State of Tamaulipas
- State of Michoacán
- State of Zacatecas
- State of Guanajuato
- State of Jalisco
- State of Colima
- State of Guerrero
- State of Chiapas
However, these are not common travel areas for Brits – read more on the UK government website here .
Are holidays and flights affected?
and are still operating flights to Cancun from London Heathrow, which remain unaffected.
also operates holidays to Cancun, which aren’t being affected.
Some cruise ships have suspended stops, including a Princess Cruise ship to Puerto Vallarta yesterday.
Can I cancel my holiday?
If you have a holiday to or Cancun booked, you will not be able to cancel your holiday for a refund.
This is because the UK government does not advise against travel to the region.
You will only be able to get a full refund if this changes, and the government advises against all travel to your exact destination.
If you are travelling to any areas that are warned against non-essential travel, then you will be able to cancel your holiday for a full refund.
When is the World Cup in Mexico?
The is is taking place from June 11 to July 19.
Three cities in Mexico will be hosting games – Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey.
Guadalajara currently has a travel advisory against it, so anyone planning to visit for the World Cup should check the local advice before travelling.
You will not be able to cancel your holiday to Cancun or Tulum until the UK government ban travel thereCredit: Alamy
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