Acapulco, home to hotels operated by major hospitality companies such as InterContinental Hotel Group, Starwood Hotels, Wyndham Worldwide Corporation, has seen its reputation damaged by ongoing security problems.

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In Acapulco, the blue water of the bay gives way to a skyline dotted with closely packed tall white hotels operated by major hospitality companies such as InterContinental Hotel Group, Starwood Hotels, Wyndham Worldwide Corporation, and Global Hospitality Investments.

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