02/23/2026
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The Government of Canada has issued the following travel advisory for Mexico:
Criminal groups have set up roadblocks with burning vehicles in several cities in southwestern Mexico, especially in the following areas:
-Jalisco State, including Puerto Vallarta
-Guerrero State, including Acapulco
-Michoacan State
There have been shootouts with security forces and explosions. There are significant disruptions to travel and transportation, including flight delays and cancellations
A shelter in place order is in effect in Puerto Vallarta. All taxi and rideshare services are suspended until further notice.
If you are in southwestern Mexico:
-keep a low profile
-monitor local and international media to stay informed of the rapidly evolving situation
-follow the advice of local authorities, including any orders to shelter in place
-before making your way to the airport, check with your airline to determine if there are delays or changes in flight schedules
https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/mexico
If you have flights to Puerto Vallarta scheduled in the next couple of days, watch for any updates to the alerts. Most of the airlines have cancelled or redirected flights for today. They/we will be communicating with affected travelers as developments occur.