Some years ago I was in Cancun vacationing with a few friends. I was a little frustrated over a few things that happened with my roommates, so I decided to go out alone that night.
I wasn’t sure where I was going, but I wanted to check out La Boom and see what else was out there for me. So I got on the bus and rode for some time. After a while, the bus driver noticed that I hadn’t gotten off. He called me over and asked where I was going. I told him I just wanted to check out La Boom and some other clubs, so I was riding the bus without a clear destination. That’s when this Mexican bus driver stepped in and really helped me out.
He said in Spanish, “You cannot go any further on this bus, it’s not safe for you at all. You need to stay on the strip and not go this far out again.” I told him I understood and that I’d walk back. He said no, I was already in danger. He turned the bus around, and when some passengers asked why, he told them he was trying to keep this American tourist safe. Most people laughed or understood, while some didn’t seem to care and suggested I just walk back for being reckless.
Bad things happening to tourists is not good for the economy or the community in general. No one wants trouble in their neighborhoods. It was clear this guy really cared. He didn’t have to notice me or get involved, but he did. He saw that I didn’t know what I was getting into. I don’t remember all the details from that night, but I’m grateful he looked out for me and made sure I got back safely.
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