economy
March 5, 2026
'Gringo go home': Mexico’s growing tourism backlash
Tourism in Mexico is at an all-time high, with foreign visitors lured by the country’s rich culture and low costs. The Guardian visits Oaxaca, a state synonymous with indigenous culture, where tourism has grown 77% since the pandemic and once private family rituals such as the Day of the Dead are now big international parties. But with this opportunity comes a growing backlash across the country, as local people struggle with a cost of living crisis that is exacerbated by the tourism industry’s exponential growth
TL;DR
- Mexico's tourism is at an all-time high, drawing visitors with culture and low costs.
- Oaxaca, a state known for its indigenous culture, has seen a 77% tourism increase since the pandemic.
- Once private rituals like the Day of the Dead are now international parties.
- The tourism industry's growth is exacerbating a cost of living crisis for local Mexicans.
- A backlash against tourism is emerging across the country.
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