Is Cancun safe ? An d is it reasonably priced?

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Answer 1

Very safe, if you're reasonably alert.  Like don't put a camera or a handbag over the back of a chair in a restaurant--it might not be there when it's time to go.  Keep the handbag or camera in your lap or on the floor with your foot through the strap.

Tourist areas attract scam artists and pickpockets, so something like that is more likely than someone pulling a gun on you and asking for money.  Most crimes are crimes of opportunity where they see something of value and nobody is watching it.

Don't get drunk and wander around empty streets.

Don't flash a lot of money, you can always get more at the ATM.  A money belt is a good idea--you can keep your passport and credit cards underneath your clothes--then go into the restroom if you need to pull one out.

Is it reasonably priced?

I think that Playa del Carmen or Tulum are better bargains,  but it all depends on what you want to do.

If you want to lie on the beach, you can do that anywhere along this coast.

If you want to golf--Cancun's better.

If you want to snorkel--Xelha (down by Playa del Carmen) is better.

If you want a greater selection of restaurants and bars--Cancun's better.

If you want to SCUBA--Cozumel's better.

See what people are talking about on Trip Advisor for those locations below.

Answer 2

It's a safe place, especially in the hotel zone.

As for reasonably priced, you can get some great deals down there.  Food and drink the hotel zone tend to be expensive, so all-inclusive packages can be the better deal.

Answer 3

i recently went to cancun and loved it. its very safe. but i prefer girls stick with ur bf's or any man you trust. dont go out there alone.

Answer 4

I haven't been there in over 5 years but it was safe when I did visit.  Just stay near the hotel strip and you should be fine.  and yes it is what I consider an inexpensive vacation compared to the Caribbean Islands.  Enjoy