Mexico beach recently crowned best in world as cartels now torch businesses, terrorize tourist areas

Following an operation that killed the leader of the Jalisco New Generation cartel, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, "El Mencho," a revolt broke out in Mexico by cartel members — causing chaos across popular tourist areas in the country Sunday.

The U.S. State Department has issued shelter in place orders while airlines have canceled flights due to ongoing unrest.

As the violence plays out, Tripadvisor recently announced the "2026 Travelers' Choice Awards: Best of the Best Beaches" — naming the top beach in Mexico.