Cancun's “Baywatch” Squad Gears Up: More Hours, More Guards, Because Tourists Can Be… Odd
Taxi violence, a questionable transport project, and escalating crime taint Cancun's paradise image. Yet, safety measures, women in tourism, and events like the Kickboxing Open offer hope amidst the shadows. Cancun remains alluring, but travelers must be aware of the complexities.
Cancun's lifeguards, those tanned sentinels of the sand, are ramping up for a busy Easter season. Their shifts are being extended (5 AM to 7 PM – no time for siestas!), and ten new recruits will be joining the ranks, swelling their numbers like a perfectly sculpted beach bicep.
Why the extra muscle? Well, Cancun's beaches get a bit…rowdy during peak season. You've got the overzealous margarita-fueled swimmers, the “I'll just dip a toe in” folks who suddenly find themselves in over their heads, and let's not forget those hypnotic ocean currents that tempt even the strongest swimmer.
