Travelers from the U.S. in Western Mexico are now allowed to move freely after the U.S. Embassy in Mexico removed its shelter in place recommendation on February 24.
“Businesses and public transport are gradually resuming normal operations following a law enforcement action that occurred on February 22. U.S. citizens are no longer required to remain indoors,” states the latest security notice.
Flight operations have also normalized in Guadalajara. Several airlines provided additional flights on February 24 to assist travelers stranded in Puerto Vallarta.
U.S. government personnel in specific locations – including Puerto Vallarta – continue to be subject to a curfew during the evening hours.
The initial shelter in place directive was issued on February 22 after the death of a significant Mexican cartel chief at the hands of the Mexican authorities. This incident triggered a surge of violence in Western Mexico, affecting the well-known resort area of Puerto Vallarta. Flights were canceled at both regional airports, prompting the U.S. Embassy to issue the shelter in place directive.
Throughout this period, the U.S. State Department did not elevate its travel advisory, which remains at level 2, the same as for many other nations including France, Italy, the UK, Spain, and several more.
Fonte: Travel Market Report
