February 23, 2026

Mexico Beach Recently Crowned Best in World as Cartels Now Torch Businesses, Terrorize Tourist Areas

Mexico's top beach was recently named by Tripadvisor as cartel violence sparks travel alerts. Isla Pasion in Cozumel won top honors as security concerns now exist.

Mexico Beach Recently Crowned Best in World as Cartels Now Torch Businesses, Terrorize Tourist Areas

TL;DR

  • Cartel members revolted in Mexico following the operation that killed leader 'El Mencho,' causing chaos and violence in tourist areas.
  • The U.S. State Department issued shelter-in-place orders and airlines canceled flights due to the ongoing unrest.
  • Tripadvisor named Isla Pasion beach in Cozumel, Mexico, the No. 1 best beach in the world for 2026.
  • The U.S. State Department issued travel alerts for Mexico, urging citizens to shelter in place in certain areas and exercise increased caution due to terrorism, crime, and kidnapping.
  • Travel experts advise tourists to be aware of surroundings, trust instincts, travel in groups, and enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP).

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