México Invita tourism app launch, Digi Mart USA News (Mexico): Mexico’s Digital Transformation and Telecommunications Agency (ATDT) and the Secretariat of Tourism (Sectur) have launched México Invita, a free mobile application that brings together more than 290 tourist routes across the country’s 32 federal entities. The app also provides information on destinations, cultural activities, gastronomy and traveler assistance services.
The app was developed by the ATDT’s Software Factory and is designed to help users plan trips and access useful information during their travels. It also aims to promote tourist destinations and local economic activities.
The app is organized into four sections: Home, Explore, Services and Menu, and its interface is available in Spanish and English to serve both domestic and foreign tourists.
Through the application, users can access guidance on mobility, roadside assistance, immigration procedures and connectivity. It also provides information on consumer protection through the Federal Consumer Protection Agency (Profeco).
A direct link to the 911 emergency number is included for requesting help in emergencies or civil protection situations, along with contact numbers related to discrimination, prevention of gender-based violence and human rights defense.
Beyond helping travelers discover new destinations, México Invita seeks to increase visibility for businesses, service providers, producers and communities that depend on tourism. The app allows users to explore more than 290 routes that include Pueblos Mágicos, archaeological zones, museums, historic sites, natural attractions and gastronomic experiences.
The application also offers itineraries for discovering the country’s cultural and natural heritage, along with a tourism events guide covering fairs, festivals, sporting events, cultural activities and ecotourism options. According to the ATDT, the app integrates information and assistance tools for people traveling within the country, and includes a frequently asked questions section to resolve doubts during trips.
México Invita is available free of charge for devices running Android and iOS, as well as Huawei phones.
