Expert Issues Warning on Mexico Travel Amid U.S. Travel Advisory

Mexico receives more American travelers than any other country in the world, but amid an active travel advisory from the United States Department of State, one expert has delivered a warning about traveling south of the border.

The United States currently has an active travel advisory for Mexico, warning tourists of the dangers in the country generally as well as some specific guidance to individual states in Mexico.

"Violent crime – such as homicide, kidnapping, carjacking, and robbery – is widespread and common in Mexico.