I could not find more than one open shop in the tourist area of Acuna. Even Ma Cosby's was closed. Although a new plaza is complete at the entrance to the tourist area, there is no sign of activity.
The fault lies with the American media. There are dozens of soldiers inspecting vehicles at every entrance and exit. I truly believe that if the press had not exaggerated the border violence, tourism in this city could have been saved.
Crime in this city remains lower than similar cities in the USA. Most local people agree that if all cartel violence in every border-city ended that it will take years to rebuild tourism.
A few weeks ago I walked the tourist area and my mind was filled with memories of tourists from Dallas, Houston, San Antonio and even tourists from Hawaii! It was difficult to see how things have changed.
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