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Re: Cancun Police Harassment (by Henny P.):

I have never personally had any problems with the police in Mexico. It is important that you know how things work when travelling out of the country. In Cancun, for example, you always set the fare before you get in the cab and only tip for extra services rendered. At restaurants you should check to see if they have added extra charges (gringo tax) and also make sure that what is there adds up to the total. Some include a tip on the bill - watch for the word "propina". Most of the people you will meet are honest hard working folks, so don't treat them unfairly. There is no really unsafe place in Cancun in my experience and I certainly feel safer there than in any small or large city in this country. Mexico City is another place entirely.