Traveling in Cancun is typically very safe, but travelers should always be cautious, just in case.   Although most people in Cancun are genuinely friendly, there are some that aren’t quite so honest.   To help you hold onto your money and possessions and keep the thieves away, here are a few more tips to keep your money safe throughout your Cancun vacation.   

            4.   Beware the “too friendly” stranger.   Most people are just nice and want to help you, but use your judgment.   When you feel like someone is being just a little too nice, they may be trying to bait you for something a little less than pleasant.  Just be polite and excuse yourself from the conversation and do not accept any rides or offers from people you do not know.

            5.   Don’t be a sucker.   Some thieves aren’t as bold to pick your pocket.   Some just want you to give them your money.   Scams are very dangerous because people think that they are dealing with reputable people, but in fact they aren’t.   If it sounds too good to be true, then it probably is a scam.   But use your better judgment.   Cancun hotels often offer services and opportunities, but there typically isn’t any need for concern when you are dealing with people in your own hotel.  So be cautious and make sure that you are dealing with reputable companies.

            6.   Don’t act like a tourist.   When you are traveling in Cancun, you will probably be able to tell who is native and who isn’t just by looking around.   Try to blend in with the people that look like they live here in Cancun.   Pick pockets and thieves often target travelers rather than locals and making yourself look like a local will reduce your chances of being robbed quite a bit.

            7.   Don’t advertise.   Flashing a lot of cash may impress some girls, but it also impresses thieves.   Don’t show a lot of money in public.   Keep all your money hidden and go to the restroom if you need to get some out.   Also, do not wear a lot of jewelry and do not wear your diamonds!   We all know that ladies love diamonds, but take them off when you are in Cancun.   Keep your jewelry at home or in an in-room safe.   Most Cancun hotels provide safes at no extra cost.

            Traveling in Cancun is usually very safe and very visitor friendly, but just like everywhere else in the world, there are those that aren’t as honest.   So enjoy your Cancun vacation, but be vigilant.   Read Cancun Safety Tips Part 3 for more information on how to hold onto your cash in Cancun!