Safety

Mexico has a bad reputation for being a dangerous country, but just like any other city, there are areas to avoid. The Mayan Riviera is generally a safe area, with very little for the tourists to worry about.

Many people want know, is Playa del Carmen safe?

Yes it is safe, but be logical.

• Don’t wander around drunk (and/or alone) after dark.
• When out at night, watch your drink.
• Make sure you cannot be pick-pocketed easily.
• You can talk to strangers, but trust your gut.
• Wear your seat belt (even if the locals aren’t).
• Don’t do anything illegal.
• Don’t hang out with people who do illegal things.

Wouldn’t you follow these same guidelines at home?

Sun

The sun in Playa del Carmen is very strong. Combined with the time spent in the water, this can be the perfect combination for sunburn and sunstroke.

Wear high factor sunscreen, reapply often, and try to stay in the shade during peak hours.

Certain tours actually require biodegradable sunscreen. This type of sunscreen uses minerals instead chemicals. Chemicals damage the coral reef, pollute the water and your body.  You can find biodegradable sunscreen at your local pharmacy, Amazon.com and it's also readily available for sale at your resort.

You may also want to consider sun-protective clothing in order to avoid sunburn. This type of clothing is extremely recommended, especially for children.

Flag System

On the beach you will notice flags, that work like traffic lights.

Green means it is safe to swim. Yellow means proceed with caution. With a yellow flag, some water activities such as catamarans and kayaks will be suspended. Red light means no swimming and water sports will be canceled.

There are not always lifeguards on the beach even in the all inclusive resorts. The currents can be quite strong and can change quickly. Please stay safe and pay attention to the flags.