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dylan0024 · 29 December 2018, 07:23 AM

Guys, I need your opinion on something.
I'm going on my first cruise and it will be to Mexico. My wife's idea.....I have never been to Mexico.

I checked with my insurance and my Rolex is only covered in the US, Canada
and Puerto Rico. I just got my first Rolex less than two months ago. I've been told by some coworkers who have been to Mexico to not take the Rolex there. I also will be flying to Long Beach so first time Rolex will go with me on a plane as well.
So I have 3 options.

1. Leave the Rolex in bank safe deposit box and wear my Steinhart Pepsi or Timex Ironman.

2. Wear the Rolex on the cruise and leave it in the safe in the room and put on another watch when we go to the 3 port cities.

3. Wear the Rolex all the time.

Any suggestions? I'm leaving in less than 12 hours so need to decide quickly.
Thank you.

UmichNJ · 29 December 2018, 07:29 AM

I would wear and enjoy your Rolex. I’ve worn Rolex and Patek Philippe on cruises without any issues. Most cruise ports are safe areas, so as long as you stay in the vicinity of other tourists and don’t venture out late (which you generally can’t on a cruise anyway), you should be fine.

erne75 · 29 December 2018, 07:40 AM

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Originally Posted by UmichNJ

..Most cruise ports are safe areas, so as long as you stay in the vicinity of other tourists and don’t venture out late (which you generally can’t on a cruise anyway), you should be fine.

This but in general it is my policy not to take any valuables that I cannot afford to lose to s***hole countries. Now, you could ask, how do I know Mexico is one? Well, I wasnt born in Mexico but I was born and raised in one of the biggest s***holes on this earth. I know one when I see it...

ArtNouveau · 29 December 2018, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by erne75

This but in general it is my policy not to take any valuables that I cannot afford to lose to s***hole countries. Now, you could ask, how do I know Mexico is one? Well, I wasnt born in Mexico but I was born and raised in one of the biggest s***holes on this earth. I know one when I see it...

Is this really necessary?

erne75 · 30 December 2018, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by ArtNouveau

Is this really necessary?

As necessary as any factually correct truth. Objective reality and all that...

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Originally Posted by asiparks

That’s a bit harsh on Florida....

I wasnt born in Florida. Although there are some areas around here where it is definitely not safe to flash a Rolex, Florida is a pretty safe place. Not to mention that when I leave home in the morning I always make sure to have my watch and my carry piece.

asiparks · 29 December 2018, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by erne75

This but in general it is my policy not to take any valuables that I cannot afford to lose to s***hole countries. Now, you could ask, how do I know Mexico is one? Well, I wasnt born in Mexico but I was born and raised in one of the biggest s***holes on this earth. I know one when I see it...

That’s a bit harsh on Florida....

TimeToWatch · 6 January 2019, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by erne75

This but in general it is my policy not to take any valuables that I cannot afford to lose to s***hole countries. Now, you could ask, how do I know Mexico is one? Well, I wasnt born in Mexico but I was born and raised in one of the biggest s***holes on this earth. I know one when I see it...

R G · 29 December 2018, 07:41 AM

It’s bizarre that your insurance company is selective. If I have the misfortune of being parted with my watch/es, they are covered, end of.

Leave it. Choose something else for the trip.

123Blueface · 29 December 2018, 07:52 AM

I have cruised all over the world and always take my Rolex, in fact, many times more than one.
Insure it, wear it.
Some cities, leave in safe in cabin.
Always act smart when in any city, not like a target tourist.

In fact, my Batman just traveled on a cruise all over Argentina, Uruguay, saw Cape Horn and even made it to Chile. I either left it on the ship or had it on my person, in a Rolex pouch, in a belt under my pants or on my wrist, depending on location. If on ship organized tours, no worries at all.

locutus49 · 29 December 2018, 10:35 AM

This is very good advice. I have traveled all over the world wearing Rolexes, including bad areas and combat zones, and have never had a problem.

But you have to be situationally aware. If you are not confident, I would leave it at home.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 123Blueface

I have cruised all over the world and always take my Rolex, in fact, many times more than one.
Insure it, wear it.
Some cities, leave in safe in cabin.
Always act smart when in any city, not like a target tourist.

In fact, my Batman just traveled on a cruise all over Argentina, Uruguay, saw Cape Horn and even made it to Chile. I either left it on the ship or had it on my person, in a Rolex pouch, in a belt under my pants or on my wrist, depending on location. If on ship organized tours, no worries at all.

Amex4711 · 29 December 2018, 09:39 AM

1. no
2. yes
3. no

Have a great cruise

Quote:

Originally Posted by dylan0024

Guys, I need your opinion on something.
I'm going on my first cruise and it will be to Mexico. My wife's idea.....I have never been to Mexico.

I checked with my insurance and my Rolex is only covered in the US, Canada
and Puerto Rico. I just got my first Rolex less than two months ago. I've been told by some coworkers who have been to Mexico to not take the Rolex there. I also will be flying to Long Beach so first time Rolex will go with me on a plane as well.
So I have 3 options.

1. Leave the Rolex in bank safe deposit box and wear my Steinhart Pepsi or Timex Ironman.

2. Wear the Rolex on the cruise and leave it in the safe in the room and put on another watch when we go to the 3 port cities.

3. Wear the Rolex all the time.

Any suggestions? I'm leaving in less than 12 hours so need to decide quickly.
Thank you.

doboy007 · 29 December 2018, 09:56 AM

I personally wouldn’t take any valuables down to Mexico, but that's just me. Why risk it.

vintageguy · 29 December 2018, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by doboy007

I personally wouldn’t take any valuables down to Mexico, but that's just me. Why risk it.

+1. never be conspicuous.

4srolex · 29 December 2018, 10:00 AM

I took my BLNR on a cruise to Mexico last year but left it in the safe when we departed the ship. I brought a beater for excursions and wore my Rolex the rest of the time without any issues.

red wrx · 29 December 2018, 10:02 AM

I live in Mexico City, but if I were you I would leave it in the safe till you come back. Even if it is insured, you never know... I don't wear my watch exposed at all in MX City, always under my sleeve.

shapa · 30 December 2018, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by red wrx

I live in Mexico City, but if I were you I would leave it in the safe till you come back. Even if it is insured, you never know... I don't wear my watch exposed at all in MX City, always under my sleeve.

Best advice coming from someone who lives there. Tourists are big targets. Not worth the risk. You may lose the watch along with an arm, or two.

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ozwatchguy · 29 December 2018, 10:17 AM

I’d take mine, but never leave it in the room! Always on the wrist

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Hollie_Rollie · 29 December 2018, 10:18 AM

I’m heading to Mexico in 3 weeks. Bringing my seiko beater and leaving the Rolexes at home

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arinsd · 29 December 2018, 10:20 AM

I go on a Mexico/Baja cruise at least once a year from Long Beach and living in San Diego we drive down to Ensenada a few times a year....

Leave it at home.

The Libertine · 29 December 2018, 10:23 AM

Better safe than sorry.

DuchessofWinward · 29 December 2018, 10:30 AM

I took mine on QM2 transatlantic. HOWEVER....I made sure my insurance covered it outside of US. (Hamburg and UK). I also checked with Cunard. The room safe was a joke. Anyone watching YouTube could get into it. And the cruise line did not have a universal safe (like hotels do). So I insured $200k worth of jewelry and took it all with me. I would not take it to Mexico. Unless staying in best hotels with a body guard.

Nikrnic · 29 December 2018, 10:32 AM

Take a Seiko, that's what their for.

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Talbel · 29 December 2018, 10:42 AM

I just booked our 20th cruise and honestly have always just worn what I wanted and I don’t worry about it. Generally we stay near the Port and tourist areas and there are so many people wearing and buying high end jewelry, someone wearing a Rolex doesn’t really stand out. It’s also usually daytime as the ships usually leave port before or right at dark. If you are going to go on an excursion or off the beaten path, you may want to leave it in your room safe for the day. Wear it and enjoy it, that’s why you bought it. Just my two cents.

brandrea · 29 December 2018, 10:34 AM

Find another insurance company

mrricks · 29 December 2018, 10:36 AM

Leave the Rolex in bank safe deposit box and wear my Steinhart Pepsi or Timex Ironman.
Leave it at home.

Geaux Tigers · 29 December 2018, 10:41 AM

Just got back from a cruise to The Caymans, Mexico and Jamaica- wore my watch everyday. Didn’t have a problem at all, but as mentioned previously the safe in cabin is secure for storage if you decide not to wear it for any reason.

Enjoy the cruise!

Rags · 29 December 2018, 10:42 AM

Leave it home & wear the Steinhart..

Gerardus · 29 December 2018, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Rags

Leave it home & wear the Steinhart..

x2 and enjoy your cruise (with no stress ;)

samson66 · 29 December 2018, 10:49 AM

I wouldn't go ten feet off the ship in Mexico wearing a Rolex. On the ship, no problem. If you are concerned about it I would just leave at home. Why worry about it if you don't have to? Not sure I trust the safes in the cabins...

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DuchessofWinward · 29 December 2018, 11:26 AM

I WOULD NOT trust cruise ship safes. These are hotel safes that are generally fireproof for less than 1 hour. They are not insured, and anyone watching a YouTube video can get into them. I keep mine (and all jewelry) in an Amsec TL-15. The jewelers standard.

29 December 2018, 07:23 AM	#1
dylan0024 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: California Watch: Deepsea and Batman Posts: 69	First trip with Rolex? Cruise Safety etc.. Guys, I need your opinion on something. I'm going on my first cruise and it will be to Mexico. My wife's idea.....I have never been to Mexico. I checked with my insurance and my Rolex is only covered in the US, Canada and Puerto Rico. I just got my first Rolex less than two months ago. I've been told by some coworkers who have been to Mexico to not take the Rolex there. I also will be flying to Long Beach so first time Rolex will go with me on a plane as well. So I have 3 options. 1. Leave the Rolex in bank safe deposit box and wear my Steinhart Pepsi or Timex Ironman. 2. Wear the Rolex on the cruise and leave it in the safe in the room and put on another watch when we go to the 3 port cities. 3. Wear the Rolex all the time. Any suggestions? I'm leaving in less than 12 hours so need to decide quickly. Thank you.

29 December 2018, 07:52 AM	#9
123Blueface "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: USA Watch: All Posts: 5,316	I have cruised all over the world and always take my Rolex, in fact, many times more than one. Insure it, wear it. Some cities, leave in safe in cabin. Always act smart when in any city, not like a target tourist. In fact, my Batman just traveled on a cruise all over Argentina, Uruguay, saw Cape Horn and even made it to Chile. I either left it on the ship or had it on my person, in a Rolex pouch, in a belt under my pants or on my wrist, depending on location. If on ship organized tours, no worries at all. __________________ Rolex 228235 DD40 Olive, 126710BLRO, 116710BLNR, 116613LB, 116500LN White, 126610LN, 116500LN Black, 126610LV, 116610LV, 126334 Blue Diamond Breitling Navitimer 01, Cartier Santos Large

29 December 2018, 10:00 AM	#14
4srolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: West Coast Watch: Gears in motion Posts: 572	I took my BLNR on a cruise to Mexico last year but left it in the safe when we departed the ship. I brought a beater for excursions and wore my Rolex the rest of the time without any issues. __________________ Rolex, Zenith, Omega, Tag Heuer When people ask how was your day? I tell them: "Same circus just different clowns!"

29 December 2018, 10:30 AM	#21
DuchessofWinward "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Florida Posts: 59	Took mine on QM2 I took mine on QM2 transatlantic. HOWEVER....I made sure my insurance covered it outside of US. (Hamburg and UK). I also checked with Cunard. The room safe was a joke. Anyone watching YouTube could get into it. And the cruise line did not have a universal safe (like hotels do). So I insured $200k worth of jewelry and took it all with me. I would not take it to Mexico. Unless staying in best hotels with a body guard.

29 December 2018, 10:36 AM	#25
mrricks "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE/AZ Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 679	Leave the Rolex in bank safe deposit box and wear my Steinhart Pepsi or Timex Ironman. Leave it at home. __________________ 116622 1680, 16233, 113400 retired

29 December 2018, 07:29 AM	#2
UmichNJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 441	I would wear and enjoy your Rolex. I’ve worn Rolex and Patek Philippe on cruises without any issues. Most cruise ports are safe areas, so as long as you stay in the vicinity of other tourists and don’t venture out late (which you generally can’t on a cruise anyway), you should be fine.

29 December 2018, 07:41 AM	#8
R G Banned Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Surrey Posts: 1,659	It’s bizarre that your insurance company is selective. If I have the misfortune of being parted with my watch/es, they are covered, end of. Leave it. Choose something else for the trip.

29 December 2018, 09:56 AM	#12
doboy007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: SD, CA Watch: BLNR/LVc/SkyD/ND41 Posts: 2,519	I personally wouldn’t take any valuables down to Mexico, but that's just me. Why risk it.

29 December 2018, 10:02 AM	#15
red wrx "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: los angeles Posts: 145	I live in Mexico City, but if I were you I would leave it in the safe till you come back. Even if it is insured, you never know... I don't wear my watch exposed at all in MX City, always under my sleeve.

29 December 2018, 10:17 AM	#17
ozwatchguy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: Worldwide Posts: 715	I’d take mine, but never leave it in the room! Always on the wrist Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

29 December 2018, 10:18 AM	#18
Hollie_Rollie 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: U.S.A. Watch: SD43 Posts: 3,353	I’m heading to Mexico in 3 weeks. Bringing my seiko beater and leaving the Rolexes at home Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

29 December 2018, 10:20 AM	#19
arinsd "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: So. Cal Watch: 116610LN Posts: 835	I go on a Mexico/Baja cruise at least once a year from Long Beach and living in San Diego we drive down to Ensenada a few times a year.... Leave it at home.

29 December 2018, 10:23 AM	#20
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	Better safe than sorry.

29 December 2018, 10:32 AM	#22
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,172	Take a Seiko, that's what their for. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

29 December 2018, 10:42 AM	#23
Talbel "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Tom Location: Arizona Posts: 401	I just booked our 20th cruise and honestly have always just worn what I wanted and I don’t worry about it. Generally we stay near the Port and tourist areas and there are so many people wearing and buying high end jewelry, someone wearing a Rolex doesn’t really stand out. It’s also usually daytime as the ships usually leave port before or right at dark. If you are going to go on an excursion or off the beaten path, you may want to leave it in your room safe for the day. Wear it and enjoy it, that’s why you bought it. Just my two cents.

29 December 2018, 10:34 AM	#24
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,097	Find another insurance company

29 December 2018, 10:41 AM	#26
Geaux Tigers "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: USA Watch: SS Sub Date Posts: 439	Just got back from a cruise to The Caymans, Mexico and Jamaica- wore my watch everyday. Didn’t have a problem at all, but as mentioned previously the safe in cabin is secure for storage if you decide not to wear it for any reason. Enjoy the cruise!

29 December 2018, 10:42 AM	#27
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	Leave it home & wear the Steinhart.. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

29 December 2018, 10:49 AM	#29
samson66 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Downy Ocean Hon Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 13,792	I wouldn't go ten feet off the ship in Mexico wearing a Rolex. On the ship, no problem. If you are concerned about it I would just leave at home. Why worry about it if you don't have to? Not sure I trust the safes in the cabins... Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge using Tapatalk

29 December 2018, 11:26 AM	#30
DuchessofWinward "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Florida Posts: 59	I WOULD NOT trust cruise ship safes. These are hotel safes that are generally fireproof for less than 1 hour. They are not insured, and anyone watching a YouTube video can get into them. I keep mine (and all jewelry) in an Amsec TL-15. The jewelers standard.

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