ALG Vacations expects a short-term tourism decline in Mexico

Mexico tourism has dropped for ALG Vacations with consumer confidence waning due to recent cartel violence. Typically, Mexico accounts for 41% of the vacation packager’s business, but that dropped to 25% soon after violence erupted in Puerto Vallarta on Feb. 22, following the Mexico military’s killing of cartel leader “El Mencho.” Chaos ensued in Puerto […]

Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line, and Princess Cruises Cancel All Stops to This Popular Destination Over Safety

Cruise passengers heading to Mexico’s Pacific coast will be sailing past Puerto Vallarta as several major cruise lines adjust itineraries in response to recent safety concerns. Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line, and Princess Cruises began rerouting ships following the killing of a major cartel leader on Feb. 22, a Carnival Corporation spokesperson confirmed to […]