Mexico is a very popular destination for Canadian travellers. Here are some links to the Canadian government web pages to help reinforce and dispel some of the “facts” about Mexico.
Canadian Government Travel Page on Mexico
Here is the link to the Canadian Government Travel Page on Mexico.
Much of the information is pertinent to Mexico City (driving restrictions, public transportation and health risk from pollution, etc).
Consumption Of Water And Ice Cubes
In the Health section, there is a standard warning about consumption of water and ice cubes.
“. …Water-borne and food-borne diseases are prevalent. Purify tap water or buy bottled water, and avoid ice cubes. Fruits and vegetables washed in tap water should be disinfected, peeled or cooked. Purchase only reliably pasteurized and refrigerated products. Choose restaurants carefully. Avoid consuming food or beverages sold by street vendors. …”
Malaria
Malaria is mentioned, but, when investigated further (at the Canadian Government Travel Health Information site) the risk was for the southern areas bordering on Belize and Guatemala, with no evidence of risk in the resort areas along the Gulf Coast or along the border of the United States.
The Safety and Security Section #3 is always worth reading — for any destination as is the Travel and Currency Section #9.
The Warnings and Recommendations Section #2 seems to apply mostly to large cities –(occasional demonstrations, protests, and criminal activity). It is always wise to be vigilant to your surroundings and conditions.
Register with the Canadian Government
All Canadians travelling or living abroad can register, so the Canadian Government can contact and assist the traveller in an emergency in a foreign country. Unforeseen problems, such as a natural disaster or civil unrest, a family emergency at home, can be more easily addressed if your plans are registered.
Canadian Government Contact Information
It is always a good idea to have Canadian Government Contact information, section #5, with you. We suggest keeping a copies of the address:
- with your passport
- in your wallet
- in your “waist-safe”
- in your hat or the sole of your shoes
An example for the Cancun region of Mexico
CANCÚN, Consulate of Canada
Address: Plaza Caracol II, 3er piso, local 330, Boulevard Kukulcán Km 8.5, Zona Hotelera, 77500 Cancún, Quintana Roo
Tel.: 52 (998) 883-3360/883-3361
Emergency toll-free to Ottawa: 001-800-514-0129
Fax: 52 (998) 883-3232
E-Mail: cancun@canada.org.mx
Consular district: Campeche, Quintana Roo, Yucatán
Your Personal Identification
It is also suggested you have copies made of your passport’s photo information page. When Terry and I travel, I keep a copy of Terry’s information and she has a copy of my information. In addition, we keep an additional copy separate from where we keep our actual passports.
The above information should ease some of the Canadian Traveller’s concerns about vacationing in Mexico.
Douglas & Terry Offen,
as near as Port McNicoll ON
(705) 534-7520 (direct telephone)
“We are available weekdays and weekends, during the day and evenings, too! — to help YOU with all YOUR travel plans.”
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