26/02/2026
Meshico Magical Tours has been operating since January 2014. As the owner, and one-woman team, most people who have traveled with me know how deeply passionate I am about sharing my love for Mexico.
Every tour I create is done with great care and intention. Where we go and what we do are thoughtfully chosen not only to ensure the safety of those traveling with us, but also to support local economies and family-owned businesses, while showcasing the immense beauty of the land and its culture.
As a Canadian and now a proud adopted Mexican who has been living in central-western Mexico for over 25 years, I can honestly say I am deeply grateful; not only for the places I’ve lived and worked in, but for the people. People whose strong core values, warmth, and sense of community continue to make me love where I live.
Because this is a small business, and one that has seen its ups and downs over time, this post is more personal than what I usually share. I feel it’s important to address the recent events in western-central Mexico that have caused international concern and speculation.
First and foremost, we are okay and life here continues, while remaining aware, attentive, and responsible.
Living with uncertainty regarding the safety of our people can, of course, bring up fear and insecurity on many levels. But the reality is that life continues here, despite what international headlines may suggest. There is a big difference between being aware of our surroundings and assuming that we are living in a war zone, hiding or being directly targeted. That is not the reality we are living.
I do not want to minimize what happened last Sunday in Puerto Vallarta or in other parts of Mexico following the death of a cartel leader. Nor do I deny the very real and complex issues of corruption and cartel violence that exist in the country.
What I do want to highlight is this: the vast majority of people here, by far, are good-hearted, hardworking, welcoming, protective, united, proud, and eager to share the beauty and love that Mexico has in abundance.
It is painful to see people abroad being advised not to come, to stay sheltered, or to leave; messages that inevitably fuel fear and will likely impact tourism for months, if not years.
Unfortunately, for myself and for thousands of others who depend on tourism, Mexico’s reputation has once again been damaged in ways that affect real lives and livelihoods.
All I can truly say is this: look beyond headlines and advisories alone and, when you feel ready, come and see for yourself.
We are here.
We will remain here.
And we welcome you with open hearts and open arms,
Porque mi casa es tu casa. 🇲🇽❤️
