Hoping to go to Mexico for Spring Break? Here's what to expect
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- 28 Jan 2022
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It is still a bit too early to tell how that might impact the epic pool and beach parties Spring Break is known for, but already some tourist destinations in Mexico are reducing capacity and requiring proof of vaccination to access the bustling nightlife in bars, clubs and casinos.
If you're planning a trip for Spring Break, here's how to monitor the current COVID-19 infection rate and restrictions at your destination.
Mexico's entry requirements
There is no requirement to take a COVID-19 test before entering Mexico. However, in order to enter, travelers need to fill out a health declaration form before their departure. This will generate a QR code that is needed to enter and fly throughout the country.
Mexico's COVID-19 stoplight rating system
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention currently lists Mexico as Level 3 status, meaning the spread of COVID-19 infections in the country is high. Those traveling to Mexico are urged to be fully vaccinated before departing.
Mexico currently rates each of its states according to a stoplight system that considers how the number of new cases, hospital occupancy and the percent of positive cases are trending. It then assigns a stoplight color with green indicating the lowest level of concern to red indicating a high level of spread.
Most places in the country will require a mask if you are indoors or on public transportation however, further mitigation requirements vary depending on the state's stoplight color.
In addition, local governments may add their own requirements. Currently, there are no places in Mexico that have reached the red level of concern.
Jalisco: Yellow Status
As of January 25, the state of Jalisco, which includes the popular tourist destination of Puerto Vallarta, is in yellow status. The state now requires proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test to be admitted into:
· Casinos
· Bars
· Clubs
· Concerts
In addition, if you are visiting Puerto Vallarta, you may want to make reservations for tours and restaurants due to capacity restrictions. Restaurants are operating at 90% capacity. Tours are operating at 85% capacity. Bars, clubs and casinos are operating at 75% capacity.
Public beaches in Puerto Vallarta are open but groups are urged to stay 6 feet apart from each other and to limit their group size to no more than 8 people –preferably from the same family or group of travelers. Read More…
