It is best not to pay attention to yourself or travel to unfamiliar areas. Riviera Maya destinations such as Playa del Carmen, Cancn and Tulum have been hit in recent times by a spate of brutal murders as gangs wrestle to control the booming drug trade. For it being a sold out property you find your self dining with one other table. Email us attips@the-sun.co.ukor call 0207 782 4368. Cartels are increasingly being blamed for the rise in violence and arson in Mexican cities. There was quite a bit of drama involved in this process. Security consisted of pairs of mostly Eastern European men patrolling around the property. In addition to patrolling the beaches in uniform, the troops are currently assisting authorities in the investigation of the murder of the bar manager at Playa del Carmen. The city of Canc*n is in charge of the most important economic activity, tourism. I went to the beach and sat there. They say there re making the bed even though we just checked in and havent even sat in it or need to come in to get a plate of food, its more so the staff can scope out your property and decide what valuables they will steal! It is a popular tourist destination for its beaches, resorts, and nightlife. The businesses are being investigated as possible cartels in Cancn, including night clubs, casinos, and spas. This thread is archived . Youre not going to live by those rules. But Brit hotel guests are convinced the attack was linked to cartel activity. And the politicians allow the cartels scope to do their business, as long as they don't cause problems for the lucrative tourism sector. Guess who is not getting killed? About15 men rocked up in ski masks at the Azul Beach Resort and the Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun to assassinate two men as horrified sunbathers fled the beach. Remnants of the Gulf Cartel and the Zetas are also present, while foreign groups like the Romanian mafia have found a foothold there as well. In recent years the government has taken over of all the different police forces, resulting in the arrest of cartel bosses. This is an unsafe hotel and I highly advise all to stick with what you are familiar with, Waldorf Astoria, EDITION, Ritz Carlton, Four Seasons, Secrets!!!! Robert Almonte, a retired deputy chief of the El Paso police department and former US Marshall for the Western District of Texas who is an expert on Mexican drug cartels, warned that the tourist resorts are currently a war zone. The governor has frequently attempted to downplay the cartels influence, in order to appear more image-conscious. Cops invited The Sun to ride along with them for the day as they patrolled the beaches, bars and roads in the main tourist district of Cancun. The drug sales networks utilize the same tactics that terrorist cells use to keep from generating too much attention. They also have a hand in the legal economy, often owning businesses such as restaurants, hotels, and other legitimate businesses. The South Texas HIDTA region, which is highly regarded as a strategic location for the Mexican drug cartels, is a particularly important area. Nogales has a long history of violence and crime, and is home to a number of drug cartels, including the Sinaloa Cartel, the Juarez Cartel, and the Gulf Cartel. Just like mob bosses during the late 60s and early 70s who owned Las Vegas Casinos (Casino 1995), does the same thing happen in Mexico when it comes to resorts? However, based on available evidence, it is safe to say that there are at least some cartels operating in Mexico City. The cartels are involved in a wide variety of businesses in addition to drug trafficking, such as money laundering, extortion, human trafficking, and kidnapping. Staying safe: US tourists warned about popular Mexico spots plagued by drug cartel intimidation, violence. Do drug cartels own resorts? My husband, Michael and I had our wedding here last month and we were absolutely blown away by this resort! To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Violent drug gangs are waging a bloody war in the tourist haven of Quintana Roo - visited by millions of British and American holidaymakers each year. The Sinaloa Cartel is based in Culiacn, Sinaloa, Mexico and is active in the states of Sonora, Chihuahua, Durango, and Jalisco. My recommendation to parents is don't let their kids go to the resorts in Mexico for Spring Break. The previous August, eight bodies were found strewn across the citys streets with two victims found dismembered and discovered in plastic bags. I can not wait to go back to this resort! Report inappropriate content TravelJudy Zihuatanejo, Mexico Destination Expert For it being a sold out property you find your self dining with one other table. "Criminal activity and violence, including homicide, occur throughout the state," the department's website said. You canWhatsAppus on 07810 791 502. Cancun and the state of Quintana Roo remain an important transit center for cocaine, and several drug trafficking organizations are currently competing for the territory. It is thought that organisers either didnt pay protection money or paid the wrong cartel. Enjoy your meal.". The hotel and parks are so nice and fun, and the food is to die for!! The resorts are far away from the worst of the cartels, where the drugs and violence are. They are responsible for a large portion of the illegal drug trade in the United States and have a significant presence in many other countries. One hour south of Playa del Carmen is the ancient Mayan town of Tulum now a trendy tourist hotspot offering yoga retreats and luxury spa hotels. Master Yuxiang cultivated his awareness and intuition for decades to reach the point he writes about above. And if you go there like some dumb Gringo lol, they'll just leave you alone because you're adding profits to their "business" is that right? Despite its prominence, the CJNG is not without competition. Earlier in the month British businessman Chris Cleave, 54, was gunned down and killed execution-style in front of his 14-year-old daughter, also near Playa del Carmen. I just heard this bang. The tourists. These walking salesmen need to go where there is a market for their wares. I couldnt believe what I was reading about the drug cartels. The staff enters your room anytime they feel necessary and will take anything they feel like taking from you. At Mercados restaurant, which is not stop busy,Jesus would greet us and get the chef and go over the concerns with our daughter and prepare an incredible meal ever time. Please see our partners for more details. However, they are known to launder money through legitimate businesses, so it's possible that they could have ownership stakes in some resorts. With the constant threat of violence and corruption within the Mexican drug trafficking cartels, there has been an increase in drug-related violence in South Texas. Who is Wendi Mae Davidson and what was she convicted of? The drug cartels and their families. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Nunez Vargas had others with him who opened fire on the police. They advise: "Crime and violence are serious problems in Mexico and the security situation can pose a risk for foreigners. Then in October California-based travel blogger Anjali Ryot, 25, was killed alongside a German tourist after they were caught in the crossfire of a gang shootout while dining in Tulum. One staff member said there were terrorists on the beach. Dear Travelerspaniard123Kindly allow us to express our gratitude for your high praises and remarks regarding your recent stay at Hotel Xcaret Mxico, and for taking the time to share your experience on TripAdvisor. Just two weeks ago, a California travel blogger and a German tourist were tragically gunned down in a shootout in the beach town of Tulum. MEXICAN cop Emilio Moreno pulls a Beretta automatic rifle from his truck and heads out to patrol Cancuns beach, telling The Sun: This is what we use if the cartels come.. It was a wonderful location and we got all the beach and relaxation we had been looking for. However, it is possible that cartels do own some resorts in Mexico. Counting the stamps in my passports shows that Ive visited Mexico 17 times in the last 18 years. High ranking law enforcement and politicians have been the main victims of this cycle in the state. Each guest at the all-inclusive hotel had to wear a bracelet so that the restaurants wouldnt serve free meals to people walking in off the beach. You have a cartel in that area and other cartels want to come in and operate as well. Dear Iantdit,Thank you for your amazing review. The notorious Sinaloa Cartel once led by jailed drug kingpin Joaqun El Chapo Guzmn is also active at the resorts. The restaurant is far away from the hotel zone. Police in Mexico have stepped up their war on the drug cartels, but theyll have to win hearts and minds if they want Brits to keep coming back to the Caribbean coastlines turquoise waters. I people watched all day long. Many resorts in Cancn have become the subject of concern due to their ownership. The cartels also did not want to draw attention to particular areas that were important highways for transporting drugs from Mexico to the US. With that, my daughters were hysterical. Mr Rivas told The Sun: Here, unlike Cancun, I do not see the local authorities supporting the work of the state against the cartels. They use those huge tourist resorts to launder their drug money. When we normally spend time in Mexico, we will rent an Air BnB condo or stay at a very small resort far outside the tourist zones. For several years, Jalisco residents have been terrified by the CJNG. The government has found itself co-existing with crime groups in order to keep the peace along the beautiful coastline, which makes the state prosper. Typically outstanding service, wonderful people, great food and excellent inclusive attractions. Dear Haley93grace,We would like to thank you for allowing us the opportunity to be your hosts at Hotel Xcaret Mexico for such an important moment in your life as your wedding. Officers, wearing bullet-proof jackets, discreetly carry 9mm Beretta semi-automatic handguns on their hip, as well as flick knives. Jalisco New Generation is not only the biggest and the strongest cartel, but it is also the most violent cartel we have in Mexico.. Photos appeared to show that Snow had been beaten on most of his body, except his head and face. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, The brave cops of Cancun wield automatic weapons while on a patrol, The Sun spoke to armed officers in Brit hotspots such as Cancun and Playa del Carmen about the rise in gun violence in the areas, The five-star resorts of Cancun sit beside crime-ridden neighbourhoods blighted by drug gangs, Experts said the ruthless members of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel have made the gang the strongest in the area, Sunbathers watch as armed cops patrol the white sandy beaches of the expensive resorts, Gun-toting cops mingle with holidaymakers in Cancun, The murder rate in Cancun has increased from 205 in 2017 to 540 in 2018, Cops in the resort town are armed with guns, rifles and knives, Newly-installed CCTV in the area is helping police catch criminals. We are pleased to know that we were able to make of your special celebration, a memory that will last a lifetime!We are pleased to know as well that you were impressed by our colleagues' delivery of service during your visit. I don't normally like an all inclusive hotel but I might go back to this one. I very quickly noticed that the folks selling sunglasses and beach towels walked past our place on the beach at a hustling pace. There are many reasons to visit Cancun in Mexico. But violence including murder has been creeping out of the Mexican barrios, or neighbourhoods, and closer to the tourist enclaves. We tourists are literally the geese who lay golden eggs. The Sun went out on police patrol in Cancun, which has seen its murder rate explode in the last two years from 205 in 2017 to 540 in 2018. In the state of Ocotln, where Jalisco Governor Javier Njera is unpopular, the security situation has deteriorated. "In certain parts of Mexico you should take particular care to avoid being caught up in drug related violence between criminal groups.". "They just go in and spray bullets and if an innocent person gets killed, thats collateral damage and the cartels dont lose sleep over that.. If the tourists stop coming to Mexico, it becomes much harder for the cartels to operate. The cartels that own a resort are difficult to identify. Businessmen and government employees who dont cooperate with the extortion are getting killed. They set the prices. In 2018, two of the cartel's victims were found dismembered in plastic bags, while other bodies have been found dissolved in acid. This was hands down the best decision weve ever made! We watched as police, armed with the long rifles, trudged through the sand - past bikini-clad sunbathers on loungers. CJNG has a high level of discretion, which may explain why it is sometimes difficult to identify the perpetrator of such crimes. A lot of street level drug trafficking takes place at or around the immediate area of the resorts. We booked at a very large and fairly swanky all-inclusive resort hotel. The notorious Sinaloa Cartel once led by jailed drug kingpin Joaqun "El Chapo" Guzmn is also active at the resorts. In 2016, there were 7,593 reported cases of violence related to the drug trade in the South Texas HIDTA region, which is up 2% from the previous year. Anything that doesnt look right, you can pretty much be assured that its not right., 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Troops have been drafted in to patrol Riviera Maya beaches following a sharp increase in violence, An expert told The Sun that Spring Breakers travelling to Mexico's tourist resorts risk being caught in the crossfire, Tourists have been warned about traveling to Mexico, Mexican drug cartel expert and former lawman Robert Almonte, British businessmanChris Cleave was shot dead in front of his 14-year-old daughter in Playa del Carmen earlier this month, The paradise beach resorts of the Riviera Maya are currently gripped by gang violence, Inside bloody violence in Mexico resorts as Spring Breakers warned they may be killed & become collateral damage, Donald Trump fans rush to praise ex-president's looks as granddaughter Kai, 14, shares sweet new picture from golf win, Eliot Cutler arrested as 'sexually explicit material of a child found in probe of ex-Maine governor candidate's home', It took the gravest economic crisis in a generation for Whitehall to wake up, Brit, 22, found dead at bottom of well with his dog near holiday resort in the Algarve. Back to last week's trip. Mr. Almonte said that extortion is a big part of the cartels business model, which also includes the importation of precursor chemicals to make drugs such as methamphetamine and fentanyl. It was like something out of a horror film.. People are always shocked by that. They were using the beach as a well-protected place to hide in plain sight. In June last year a female American tourist was hit by a stray bullet during a shootout at Playa Tortugas beach in Cancn. The murder rate in Quintana Roo has increased by 335 per cent in the last two years, with 840 homicides in 2018, despite a population of just 1.5 million people. Morgues even closed down in the Mexican state of Guerreroafter they were inundated with gangland victims. This is an unsafe hotel and I highly advise all to stick with what you are familiar with, Waldorf Astoria, EDITION, Ritz Carlton, Four Seasons, Secrets!!!! Mr. Almonte told The Sun: It is not safe to go to the resorts. The service in ever part of the hotel was top notch. Within 30-60 minutes a third salesman drops off your drugs. This type of operating system has failed another once popular tourist area in southern Mexico. It is not safe to travel to Nogales without precautions, but remember that the border between the United States and Mexico is almost always used for international drug trafficking and human trafficking. How much money do you need to live comfortably in Mexico? However, it is widely believed that cartels do play a significant role in the citys operations, particularly when it comes to drug trafficking and other illegal activities. 4 The restaurants are very good, especially the buffet at the Mercado. The cartel also enjoys some of the benefits that come with owning a resort. They are not targeting the tourists, but they may fight a cartel rival if they see them out in the shops or eating and drinking in tourist areas. Mexican president Andrs Manuel Lpez Obrador responded to the crisis late last year by sending 1,500 uniformed National Guard troops down to the state of Quintana Roo. It must be purely dumb luck that prevents us from being killed on our trips to Mexico. The cartels in Mexico engage in a variety of criminal activities, including the importation of drugs into the United States. The former lawman, who currently runs a security consultancy, added that there is no doubt that youngsters heading down to Riviera Maya resorts for Spring Break are at even more risk. There is a massive complex operation uniting both drug dealers and their customers on the hotel zone beaches in Cancun. The cartels are not very careful about how they kill. I struck up a conversation with another hotel guest as he smoked a joint on the beach. Mexican security analyst Alejandro Hope told ABC News: "They have an almost nationwide presence. The State Department updated the Travel Advisory for Mexico on Oct. 5, which is done . Earlier this year, the US State Department warned citizens to "exercise increased caution" when travelling to the area due to crime. The Foreign Office warns that while the government has made efforts to protect popular tourist destinations, including Playa del Carmen, there has been a number of shooting incidents in the areas. We had a room in an adult section away from the crowd, very nice with a balcony overlooking the river. Mexicos Jalisco Cartel, which has frequently publicly clashed with the military, has emerged as one of the most powerful criminal groups in the country. According to the police, the hitmen were members of the Sinaloa drug gang. It is a Caribbean island with a shoreline of 365 km and eight municipalities. Its truly astonishing to really see what so many other folks fail to observe. Report inappropriate content TravelJudy Zihuatanejo, Mexico Destination Expert All you need is to be in the wrong place at the wrong time to get seriously hurt or killed.. Increasingly this stretch of paradise - which includes the white sandy beaches of Cancun, Playa del Carmen and Tulum - is blighted by cartels battling for power and territory. Two German men and a Dutch woman were also wounded in the crossfire. Everything was on a need to know basis. The original cartel will have none of that so you have a big war going on. The execution of UK businessman Chris Cleave earlier this month came after he was warned shut your mouth in a narcomanta - a cloth banner which drug gangs use to terrorize their enemies and those who resist them. I could see staff members and lifeguards running across the beach. Those are most of the places youd want to stay on the Caribbean coast. We are delighted to hear that you fully enjoyed your visit, and particularly appretiated the high quality of food and attentive service you consistently receive from our dedicated colleagues. I quickly noticed a male/female couple. Mayor Mara Lezama Espinosa (MORENA) of Cancn inaugurated a new area 21 rows deep on April 20, 1970. The cartel is known for torturing and dismembering its victims. The other side of the road, shanty houses with corrugated iron rooves are separated by walls of graffiti, while stray dogs walk the streets. For it being a sold out property you find your self dining with one other table. A source revealed: It was a fierce and bloody firefight. By the pool Eugene and Pedro are nothing but awesome so much so we only went to that one pool every day we were at the resort. Anjali Ryot, from San Jose, and German citizen Jennifer Henzold were killed in the rampage at a street-side eatery near Tulum's main strip. I didnt even know what they were a few days ago.. I never saw them actually sell a single cigar. Chichn Itz and Tulum are two important Maya archaeological sites in the state. With a large immigrant population, the region is also known for providing a pool of recruits for the cartels, allowing them to generate profits from drug trafficking. Both look like they were going through heroin withdrawal. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast . 1.3 miles from Hotel Xcaret Mexico Free Wifi Free parking All Inclusive Sandos Playacar View Hotel 23,514 reviews 1.6 miles from Hotel Xcaret Mexico Free parking Pool All Inclusive Iberostar Tucan View Hotel 10,688 reviews 1.7 miles from Hotel Xcaret Mexico Free parking Pool Special offer Visit hotel website All Inclusive Iberostar Quetzal She told The Sun: The whole thing was absolutely terrifying. As a growing number of cartels and criminal organizations compete for territory, there is an increasing level of violent inter- and intra-cartel conflict and conflict with the Mexican state. The cartel, with its reputation for ruthlessness and violence, has littered the streets of Cancun with the bodies of its victims. While there is a small chance of getting caught up in the crossfire of a cartel gun battle, that risk is also present in the gang territories of all the big cities in America. Many of these vendors also work as drug dealers, selling marijuana and cocaine to visitors. That tells me that you havent been there. more. View our online Press Pack. Theres too much money to lose if the tourists stop coming to Cancun. The food is mostly crap buffet food that sits around a open forum all day long and isnt replenished, and there restaurants that demand reservations so far in advance are empty, you walk in and they tell you to wait 20 minutes so they can set up the outside terrace but its 9:30.. then when you sit at 9:30 your told to order everything right away so the staff can go home. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. We pay for videos too. According to Juan Manuel Estrada, a private investigator, extortion and human-trafficking are becoming more common. He takes your money for the drugs. Hes not going to care and Im not going to care.. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. The Sinaloa Cartel used to be run by kingpin Joaquin El Chapo Guzman now facing life in a US jail for running the ruthless drug empire. They have a very clear motivation to keep the tourists safe. Cancun is a fantastic vacation destination that offers something for everyone, whether you want to enjoy the beautiful beaches or visit the many attractions. Thank you all again! Video recorded during a fatal shooting in San Jose del Cabo, Mexico, on Aug. 28, 2017. After several attempts to calm this matter, you turned aggressive not only towards our staff but also with another guest in the near surroundings who came out of his room to request you to calm down and stop insulting the staff.Our staff contained the situation with the help of our Night Manager and security department, advising you that should you continue to conduct yourself in this violent manner, we would have to involve the Police. The CJNG is based in the state of Jalisco and is known for its brutal violence, sophisticated drug trafficking operations, and international reach. Man leaves TikTok baffled with very rude X-ray but can YOU tell what it really is? The larger rifles in case of cartel attack are usually kept in the back of their Ford Explorers, along with a magazine carrying 25 bullets. We were very pleased to read your comments about the facilities and to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us for the great service that each of the colleagues could offer during your stay with us as they were Eugene, Pedro and Edgar.Thank you once again for taking time off your busy schedule to share us this fantastic review and should you ever require another exquisite retreat, we will be more than happy to accommodate you once again.Kindest regards,Jorge DucoingManaging DirectorHotel Xcaret Mxico. She was very upset until the change guy walked up and provided her with correct change. I saw a couple different people getting themselves worked up about their deals. The authority has been a fantastic partner in keeping the citys streets safe. Its a jungle. 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