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Is it safe to cruise to Mexico right now? What those sailing out of the US should know
The killing of cartel leader El Mencho led to security operations disrupting cruise itineraries and prompted a U.S. travel alert for multiple Mexican states.
- Late Sunday, the U.S. Department of State issued a travel alert for parts of Mexico after the killing of Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, citing ongoing security operations and disruptions at cruise ports.
- Security operations after the operation have produced road blockages and criminal activity across multiple states, U.S. officials say.
- Norwegian Cruise Line canceled Norwegian Bliss' Feb. 25, 2026 Puerto Vallarta call, while MSC Cruises said Cozumel and Costa Maya sailings are operating as planned.
- Officials recommend that Americans traveling to Mexico avoid law enforcement activity, monitor media, and call 911 in emergencies, while Texas Gov. Greg Abbott urged cruise passengers sailing from Galveston to take precautions.
- Several cruise lines say they are closely monitoring the situation and will communicate itinerary updates in the near future, as KHOU reached out to multiple operators for Galveston sailings with Mexican port stops.
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