One of the major problems that have resulted from the rise in criminal violence in Mexico is the negative effect that this has had in the touristic industry. Perhaps one of the most dramatic cases of this is Acapulco. Acapulco put Mexican tourism on the map, attracting celebrities and famous politicians; some even calling the city, its beaches and its charismatic people the “gem” of Mexico. However, in the last couple of years, sadly, the pattern of violence in Mexico spread out to Acapulco, making it not only risky for tourists to travel, but also unbearable to live for its citizens. In fact, according to Agren, a reporter that has covered Mexico since 2005 for publications including the Guardian, USA Today and Maclean's magazine, crime has
