Huatulco's economy so depends on tourism that special efforts are made to safeguard tourists from crime. Even so, take the same precautions that you would anywhere. Hold on to your purse and camera, don't flash expensive jewelry and don't leave valuables unattended at the beach.
For the latest information, contact your country's travel-advisory agency.
Dos & Don'ts
Do take care when driving on Highway 200 to other coastal cities. The sharp curves make pedestrians and other vehicles hard to see until the last minute. Avoid driving at night—it's when most robberies occur.
Do keep a collection of coins and M$20 bills on hand for tips and small purchases. Shopkeepers and taxi drivers many times have trouble changing larger bills.
Don't be surprised to find seafood served Continental style. If eyes and antennae affect your appetite, request that they be removed when ordering shrimp, and be sure to ask for a fillet of fish.
Do take extra care in packing the distinctive but fragile black pottery you'll see around town. It's produced in San Bartolo Coyotepec, near the city of Oaxaca.
