U.S. Updates Travel Advisories for Jamaica, Bahamas, and Mexico, Citing Crime and Safety Concerns

The U.S. State Department has raised travel advisories for Jamaica and the Bahamas due to crime, while Mexico faces widespread violent crime, affecting tourist plans.

The U.S. State Department has updated travel advisories, urging travelers to reconsider trips to Jamaica and exercise increased caution in the Bahamas and Mexico due to crime and safety issues.
Jamaica's advisory was raised to Level 3 for crime and medical services, with violent crimes such as armed robberies and sexual assaults being common.
The Bahamas' advisory remains at Level 2, cautioning against crime and water safety issues, following a surge in violent crimes including a wave of recent killings.
Mexico's advisory warns of widespread violent crime, including carjacking, homicide, kidnapping, and robbery, advising travelers to exercise increased caution.
Governments of Jamaica and the Bahamas are pushing back against the advisories, insisting their countries remain safe for tourists despite the warnings.