Mexico remains a favored spring break locale, with Cancun, Cabo San Lucas, Playa del Carmen, and Puerto Vallarta recognized among U.S. News & World Report's top 14 destinations. Nevertheless, travelers are advised to exercise caution in specific areas of these popular locations, as indicated by a recent US travel advisory.
For February 2025, the total number of terminal passengers at GAP’s 12 Mexican airports increased by 2.6%, compared to February 2024. Guadalajara and Tijuana airports presented an increase in passenger traffic of 5.8% and 2.7%, while Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta airports presented a decrease of 3.8% and 1.8%, respectively, compared to 2024.
The Tepic-Compostela highway, set for a September 2025 opening, promises to dramatically shorten travel, offering scenic journeys to popular coastal destinations. A minor delay, due to a geological find, has been overcome with innovative solutions, but added approximately 60 days to the shortcut's projected completion.
For January 2025, the total number of terminal passengers at GAP’s 12 Mexican airports increased by 6.3%, compared to January 2024. Guadalajara, Tijuana, Puerto Vallarta, and Los Cabos airports presented an increase in passenger traffic of 9.9%, 5.2%, 1.9%, and 0.6%, respectively, compared to January 2024.
Mexico’s Green Ecologist Party (PVEM) is pushing to raise the legal drinking age from 18 to 21, citing health risks and addiction concerns. The proposal includes stricter penalties for those who provide alcohol to minors, aiming to curb alcohol-related harm.
Jalisco is a powerhouse of innovation! The state leads Mexico with a record 242 patent applications in 2024, a 45% jump from last year. Dominating in health, agribusiness, and biotech, Jalisco's success is fueled by strong industry-academia partnerships, solidifying its place as a national innovation hub.
The Tepic-Compostela highway in Nayarit is making remarkable progress and is expected to be completed this year. This new 26-kilometer stretch of road promises to transform travel and tourism across the region, reducing drive time between the state's capital and southern coast to approximately 50 minutes.
Governor Lemus Navarro is investing heavily to upgrade the Jalisco Red Network, bringing faster, more effective internet access to schools, health centers, and public spaces. With an allocation of nearly 800 million pesos this year, this initiative aims to transform Jalisco into a leading tech hub, enhancing connectivity for all.
On January 24, 2025, Nayarit became the 20th Mexican state to decriminalize abortion within the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. Passed with 17 votes in favor, this reform aligns with federal rulings on women's rights to health and autonomy, ensuring safe, legal access to reproductive care.
Mexican Constitution Day, celebrated on February 5th, marks the signing of the Constitución Política de los Estados Unidos Mexicanos in 1917. In 2025, the observance will take place on Monday, February 3rd, providing a long weekend for celebrations across the country.
