Is Mexico really dangerous? Why travel advisories don’t tell the whole story

If you’ve ever mentioned an upcoming trip to a friend or family member, chances are someone’s told you to “check the travel advisory.” And they’re not wrong. Is Mexico safe? Most of it is, but it depends where you want to visit. That’s why travel advisories are useful. (Andrés Sanz/Unsplash) Travel advisories exist for a reason. They can provide genuinely important information about crime, politi…