You will be giving your children a wonderful chance to broaden their outlook on the world, something they will look back on with relish, for the rest of their lives. We desperately need more well-rounded individuals as leaders in society.
Those that are negative regarding travel in Mexico, perhaps especially protective of children, are well-meaning, but harbour views that may be too narrow. I have seen many families camping in Mexico, completely free of problems. They are showing the way to their children. Just like you would anywhere, keep track of them.
