Salinas woman stuck in Mexico amid cartel violence as travelers scramble to rebook flights
By Jacquelyn Quinones
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GUADALAJARA, Jal. (KSBW) — America Travel Agency in Salinas is receiving a high volume of calls from customers canceling trips to Mexico and those already in Mexico trying to return to the U.S. due to violence breaking out throughout the country.
Specifically, people cannot get to the airport or their destination because the roads are blocked, and they are faced with the danger that lies ahead.
The travel agency is working with airlines to ensure that people get what they need.
“I received a letter from the airlines saying that we can reschedule or refund them,” the agency said.
Maria De Jesus Munoz of Salinas was supposed to come home Monday, but is pushed back because of what’s going on. “Yesterday was really bad, we didn’t go out when we were on our way to Guadalajara, we had to return,” Munoz said.
Munoz says she hasn’t left her home since, and although things seem calmer, she isn’t taking any chances. She suggests others do the same.
“Right now, I don’t recommend for anyone to travel because this is going to extend for a period of time,” she said.
People are being advised to stay in a safe place and stay put for the time being as airlines work with those impacted.
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