Americans seeking a reprieve from blistering winter blues should stay alert as safety warnings grow amid a surge in murders in Mexico, an expert warns.

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The Embassy urges travelers to be aware of risks associated with contaminated, unregulated alcohol, counterfeit medication and implications of “violating the terms of your stay."

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