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[American Woman]

Yep, and I'll bet the Canadian's memory of the event is pretty shakey. Too bad there is no camera in the elevator.

I was thinking the same thing - in a way, I find it odd that in a five star resort there are no security cameras in the elevators in a city where there have been problems with crime; just having them might be a good preventive measure.

[dre]

Yeah prohibition definately causes huge problems with organised crime all over the place, and in this case may result in the failure of a relatively significant state.

[sharkman]

Since you didn't flesh out your comment, the reader is left to wonder what you are talking about.

[dre]

Since you didn't flesh out your comment, the reader is left to wonder what you are talking about.

I was just commenting on how prohibition in the US may cause the state of mexico to fail.

[American Woman]

I was just commenting on how prohibition in the US may cause the state of mexico to fail.

Well that certainly clears it up.

[Bryan]

Who's to say he vacations in Cuba just to save money? Cuba, from what I've read/seen, is a beautiful island with wonderful people, who have an interesting culture, beautiful music and dance. You think that because their government is communist, they aren't worth visiting? One of my favorite destinations is China. Does that mean I "enthusiastically support communist slavery??" Of course not. I love the country, the people, the culture, all that it has to offer. I've made lasting friendships. I've increased my knowledge. I'm sure Bryan and Capricorn have had many wonderful experiences in Cuba - with more to come just around the corner.

It really is a beautiful place. I've gone there three times now, and I love it more each time I go. The people are simply amazing, and the whole island is just gorgeous. Our family has several Cuban friends (both in Canada and in Cuba). It's really neat to see where they grew up, and the culture the grew up with.

[Smallc]

I know you weren't asking me, but I enthusiastically recommend Cuba. It definitely is safer than downtown Winnipeg. The vacations cost less than staying home too.

Oh really? Because based on the intentional homicide rate, Cuba is pretty much tied with Winnipeg. Winnipeg is usually around 3.5 - 4 per 100k people. Cuba was at 4.6 the last recorded year (unfortunately, Winnipeg's is probably higher than or equal to that in 2011 and looks like it will be in 2012, although that is atypical), but is generally higher at 5 - 6 per 100k. In actuality, going by that, it seems that Winnipeg's downtown would be safer.

I also find it funny that Winnipegers that claim downtown Winnipeg is unsafe will go hang out in down town Minneapolis, which is far less safe.

Edited by Smallc, 15 February 2012 - 06:31 AM.

[olpfan1]

Anyone who vacations in Mexico right now with a Drug War going on is stupid to begin with

[Boges]

Anyone who vacations in Mexico right now with a Drug War going on is stupid to begin with

Please cite an example of a Canadian being killed due to drug related activities in the Mayan Riviera, Cancun or Cozumel.

I'll wait.

Mexico is a very large country, not all of it is full of drug lords.

[olpfan1]

Please cite an example of a Canadian being killed due to drug related activities in the Mayan Riviera, Cancun or Cozumel.

I'll wait.

Mexico is a very large country, not all of it is full of drug lords.

Is it really worth the risk? Mexico is one of the most violent, corrupt countries on this side of the world
don't tell me that it is still safe to vacation

http://www.google.ca/search?hl=en&site=&q=tourist+murders+in+cancun&oq=tourist+murde&aq=1&aqi=g5&aql=&gs_sm=1&gs_upl=2397l8236l0l10307l24l21l1l4l4l3l616l2526l2-5.2.0.1l8l0

Edited by olpfan1, 15 February 2012 - 10:49 AM.

[Boges]

Is it really worth the risk? Mexico is one of the most violent, corrupt countries on this side of the world
don't tell me that it is still safe to vacation

http://www.google.ca/search?hl=en&site=&q=tourist+murders+in+cancun&oq=tourist+murde&aq=1&aqi=g5&aql=&gs_sm=1&gs_upl=2397l8236l0l10307l24l21l1l4l4l3l616l2526l2-5.2.0.1l8l0

For tens of thousands of Canadians that go every year it is perfectly safe.

[bush_cheney2004]

Is it really worth the risk? Mexico is one of the most violent, corrupt countries on this side of the world
don't tell me that it is still safe to vacation

Mexico is in the Top Ten (#10) for global tourism....Canada is not.

Rank    Country         Number of International tourist arrivals
----    -------         ----------------------------------------
1 	France 	        76.80 million
2 	United States 	59.75 million
3 	China 	        55.67 million
4 	Spain 	        52.68 million
5 	Italy 	        43.63 million
6 	United Kingdom 	28.13 million
7 	Turkey 	        27.00 million
8 	Germany 	26.88 million
9 	Malaysia 	24.58 million
10 	Mexico 	        22.40 million

[DogOnPorch]

For tens of thousands of Canadians that go every year it is perfectly safe.

Many US servicemen escaped Viet-Nam without a scratch.

[olpfan1]

why would Canada be in the top 10?

[olpfan1]

For tens of thousands of Canadians that go every year it is perfectly safe.

That does not mean its safe!!