U.S. Urges Spring Breakers To Avoid Mexico Due To Risk Of Kidnapping

Crime & Safety U.S. Urges Spring Breakers To Avoid Mexico Due To Risk Of Kidnapping Thousands of California students are expected to pour across the border next month, but the State Department is warning against it. Replies (21)Mexico is a spring break destination for millions​ of Americans. (Shutterstock)LOS ANGELES, CA — With spring break less than a month away, the U.S. Department of State is warning travelers to avoid Mexico due to the current risk of kidnappings and homicides. Mexico is a spring break destination for millions of Americans. “Violent crime – such as homicide, kidnapping, carjacking, and robbery – is widespread and common in Mexico,” The State Department warned.