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All my posts about travel in Mexico! Things to do, places to visit, things to eat, hidden gems, and travel tips!

Outside of England, Mexico is the country I know the best. I’ve visited multiple times over the last few years, often for several months at a time – and even spent a few months living in my favourite city, Merida. So I like to think I’m a bit of an expert on travel in this wonderful, colourful, and seriously beautiful country!

You’ll find some of my top posts about Mexico below – or scroll down to see all the posts in this category…

Mexico By Region

Yucatan Peninsula – Including Cancun and the states of Yucatan, Quintano Roo and Campeche.
Chiapas & Tabasco – Two gorgeous, verdant states in southern Mexico.
Michoacan – A beautiful and often-overlooked state in Western Mexico.
Isla Holbox – My favourite place in Mexico!

Best Posts About Travel in Mexico

Is Mexico Safe for Solo Female Travel?

The short answer is YES: overall, Mexico is safe for solo female travellers. However, there are a few issues to be aware of – so it’s a good idea to do plenty of research before your trip.

My advice to all solo female travellers is to remain vigilant and practice common sense. Below, I’ve included some more specific solo travel tips for Mexico.

  • Bus travel in Mexico is usually pretty safe – ADO is the most reputable company. However, I have known a few people who had wallets/phones stolen from their bags while they were asleep. Take extra care of your belongings on a bus – padlock your bag and keep it on your bag on your lap if you’re going to sleep.
    • A good anti-theft bag can come in handy – look for one with slash-proof straps and hidden pockets to secure your valuables in. I like the Travelon range.
  • Learn the local emergency numbers – in Mexico, it’s 911.
  • Learn some basic Spanish – a few phrases can really help.
  • Research problem areas before your trip. Some parts of Mexico have a high crime rate or strong cartel presence. The state of Sinaloa, for example, is home to the infamous Sinaloa Cartel and is best avoided by tourists.
  • Buy a local SIM card. A pre-paid Telcel card costs 150 pesos ($8) – you can buy them and top them up at any OXXO convenience store.

Top Tip: I prefer using eSIMs when I travel because you can set them up before the trip and get online as soon as you land – without needing to change your SIM card over. Airalo‘s Mexico eSIMs start from $6 – use code EMILY9237 to get $3 off your first purchase.

All Mexico Travel Posts