Looking for a safe Spring Break getaway? See travel advisories for popular destinations

Spring Break is approaching, and travelers are finalizing their plans for the week.

But how do you know where you’ll be safe to travel? Many popular Spring Break destinations are under travel advisories from the U.S. government.

We looked at each of the Best Destinations for Spring Break 2025 from Trip.com, and included what the U.S. Department of State has to say about travel to these international locations by U.S. residents.

Montego Bay, Jamaica

Travel Advisory: Level 3: Reconsider Travel

What to know: According to the State Department, violent crime including homicide and sexual assaults occur throughout the country, though it is less prevalent in tourist areas. However, the U.S. Embassy receives routine reports of sexual assaults, even from tourists at resorts, and U.S. citizens report slow or unsatisfactory response to serious crimes. The department also said U.S. citizens should not expect the same level of health care in Jamaica.

San Pedro, Belize

Travel Advisory: Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

What to know: Violent crime is common even in daylight and in tourist areas, the State Department said. U.S. citizens should reconsider traveling to Belize City, where much of the crime occurs. But incidents can still occur in tourist areas like San Pedro, the U.S. Embassy in Belize said. When visiting tourist attractions, travelers should remain in groups and stick to the main plazas of Mayan ruins.

Harbour Island, The Bahamas

Travel Advisory: Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

What to know: While the State Department has applied the travel advisory to the entire nation, which includes over 3,000 islands, the vast majority of Bahamian crime the department warns about occurs on New Providence and Grand Bahama Islands. The other islands in The Bahamas, including Harbour Island which is home to the pink sand beaches, are considered the “Family Islands,” named for their welcoming and familial atmosphere. Crime does occur on the outlying Family Islands, but to a much lesser degree, the State Department said.

Havana, Cuba

Travel Advisory: Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

What to know: Common tourist threats in Cuba include petty crime, like pick pocketing, purse snatching and car break-ins. Violent crime sometimes occurs in Cuba, according to the State Department. U.S. Embassy employees must go through a special notification process to travel outside of the Havana area.

Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico

Travel Advisory: Level 3: Reconsider Travel

What to know: The State Department assigns each Mexican state its own travel advisory, and while Puerto Vallarta in Jalisco state is a popular tourist destination, the department urges U.S. citizens to reconsider traveling there. The travel advisory for Jalisco is due to crime and kidnapping, which the department says is widespread and common in Mexico. However, there are no travel restrictions specific to Puerto Vallarta for U.S. government employees.

Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico

Travel Advisory: Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

What to know: While criminal activity may occur throughout the state of Baja California Sur, there are no travel restrictions for U.S. employees.

Cancun – Playa del Carmen – Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Travel Advisory: Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

What to know: These three cities form a “triple-threat resort oasis on the Yucatan peninsula,” according to Trip.com. But the State Department warns crime and violence can occur in any location, at any time, even in these popular tourist destinations. Violent crime has increased in Tulum, and shootings between gangs have injured and killed bystanders. Visitors should exercise increased caution after dark in the areas of Cancun, Playa del Carmen and Tulum, remaining in well-lit pedestrian streets and tourist zones, the department said.

This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: Are Spring Break destinations safe? What to know on Mexico, Jamaica alerts

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