Mexico Travel Forum

I'm looking for a basic apartment/studio (bed, bath w/ hot water, kitchen) for Oct 22 - Nov 5. I would prefer something economical within 2 to 4 blocks of the zocalo. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you,
Victoria

Hi,
My friend and I (ages 73 and 67) are going to Puerto Vallarta Sept. 13-20. Are we likely to die from the heat? Or will it just be sticky hot but bearable?
Thanks, Donna

From a cruise ship that docks at Topolobampo for 1 day, is there a way to see some of Copper Canyon and get back to the ship?

My wife and I would like to take a tour of El Canyon Cubre in Mexico. There are so many tours and tour companies listed online that I hardly know where to start. We would like to take the railway tour -- 7 to 10 days. Is a round trip of the canyon advisable? What time of year is the best time to book this tour? Are there any "add ons" or side trips that you would recommend? And, most importantly, what tour company would you recommend? Thanks.

Have done all the things in Cancun. Been to major Mayan ruins & some small. Been to Excaret, Xel Ha, Isla Mujeras, Play del Carmen. Any new suggestions. Of course I could just be hypnotizes by that blue water.

We're heading to Tutlum but want to spend 1 night in Cancun. Any recommendations for ONE night before we drive to Tulum? Appreciate any tips! Cheers!

How much alcohol am I allowed to bring home? Of course the bottles will be sealed, because their mostly gifts for friends. What happens if I bring to much?
Thanks.

March 6th I came to Oaxaca and now am living in San Pablo Huitzo. I took the bus to San Cristobal where I found a house I’m going to move into. In June I intend to return to the US for a few weeks and then come back to San Cristobal. My question is: when I return to San Cristobal from Oakland, CA, do I have to do so via Oaxaca and the long bus ride over the mountains, it is possible to fly into San Cristobal, or (as someone has suggested) should I fly to Guatemala and bus from there?

I was at your park recently and swam with the dolphins ,I want to know what the brownish colored stuff was that was floating in the water, is it dolphin feces?

Does anyone have any recommendations for affordably priced ($20US to $40US) hotels in Merida that are near the action. I would like to be close to the zocalo, street markets, nightlife, etc...I do need a room with a bath, but besides that, I'm not to picky.

Thanks

Sorry if this has been asked before but can we catch a bus from the airport to our hotel? The cheapest thing I have been able to find online is a roundtrip shuttle for $50. Thanks in advance!!

Hi everyone!
We are going to Cozumel with a baby, so we will need loads of everything for her. Could anyone tell me are things like nappies, wipes, baby food etc. available in Cozumel's supermarkets???
Many thanks

Hi, We are planning on going to mexico city this summer. We have looked online and can see several tours of the museums, attractions, and ruins around the area. Some of these tours are for an entire day. ARE THEY SAFE?

Hola,

I will be visiting Mexico City to attend a photojournalism workshop June 15-22. Having done some research the middle class seems to be growing in Mexico City, people that have own their homes, have a car, access to credit, can afford to raise a family, and have a few pesos left over, etc.

For the workshop we have to come up with an idea for a story that we want to tell through pictures. I think enough has been focused on street kids and drug gangs. Maybe they are more hardcore, but I would like to focus on something positive and that most people in the US are not aware of.

I am hoping to find a typical Mexico City middle class family that would let me into their world to see how they live, for a few days. Of course I have a hotel and it would not be 24x7 as I'll be spending much of the time in the class room, too.

If you know of a family that you think would like to participate in the project, or if you fit the bill, I would love to hear from you. Or if you have any suggestions for other photojournalism projects. I would be glad to provide the participant with a DVD of fantastic image of their family and their life, free of charge.

Gracias,

Douglas
www.douglasljungkvist.com

If it's all inclusive, why don't the rooms have fully stocked bars in them like many other all-inclusives. Why is there a depressingly low level of entertainment there. Why does the main pool close in the evenings? Why is the "beach" littered with 20' long black bags filled with sand? They look like beached whales? Why would the desk staff ,who operate 24/7 refuse to give a wake up call to your room, despite your orders with the claim,"it's too early".
If you are looking to be Bored out your skin, for the 4 or 5 thousand dollars you might have spent to stay there, then you have found the right place. Otherwise, If you're looking to have someFUN, I might suggest you try any one of the great all-inclusives in Jamaica. You get much more "Bang for the Buck"
there and are better treated and appreciated..

My husband and I are traveling to Mexico city in July, Please recommend a good cheap hotel in a safe area.
Thank you

We're building a house in Mazatlan and will be in Guadalajara to do some shopping. Our time is limited so which of the street markets should we hit. Thanks

Hi,

We will be traveling to the Cancun/Mayan riveria area.
We were wondering in which area should we stay.

Our interest are: We like to cycle,hike,snorkel,and walk.
We usually exercise/explore for about six hours.
Then we like to have drinks during the late afternoon and night.
An all inclusive hotel with bikes would be perfect.

Any recommendations would be appreciated
Thanks

What is the price of gas in Mexico right now?

Hi
My husband and I are going to be in Mexico City for a week in July and thought that we would end our trip by spending a weekend at a beach town/resort. Which are the closest- and nicest- beaches to Mexico City? We are avid swimmers and snorkelers ans were hoping to visit somewhere where we could participate in those sort of activities. Also given that it is the rainy season in July- are the waters safe?
Thanks in advance for all your help!

Shimul

I am planning to drive to Mexico City with a group of students later in May. Safety is a concern consdering the latest travel alerts. We will be traveling the cuota roads from Nuevo Laredo to D.F. Anything I need to know?

What are the names of the five taxi companies authorized to service the Tijuana Airport and is it possible to get one of those cabs from the Otay Mesa border crossing to the airport? If so, which side of the border will they pick us up? How much should it cost to go the 2.9 miles from the Otay Mesa crossing to TIJ? How safe are they?

Hi Guys,
I have a week vacation at the end of may, and I have the choice between these two cities... I've never been to Cuba (I'm Canadian citizen so i won't have a problem) and la Havana seems very nice city. I wil have the chance to see the city and to go to the beach (playas del este)...BUT, Mexico city is a gem. It is must see city...
I don't know which one to choose....
Any thoughts ????

This year we went to the Puerto Vallarta area and found it VERY expensive. Almost the same prices as at home in the US for restaurants and hotels.

Are thing cheaper in Oaxaca ? there is less motivation to go to Mexico if it's going to cost so much !

Thanks

How far is Villa Del Palmar from cabo wabo??? walkinhg distance or would you need to take a cab?

We are going to Cancun, stopping in Mexico City for a 2 hour flight layover.
Question is: Does anyone know if we will be going through customs in mexico city or cancun....would appreciate it....John

Hola,

I'll be visiting Mexico City June 15-22 and I'm looking for an affordable hotel close to Rio Sena, Zona Rosa area I guess. I would like to find a place for $50 or less for a single room, but few in that range seem to offer air conditioning (which is a must for me). Any suggestions?

Cheers,

Douglas

I am flying to mexico city in July, and travelling, probably by bus, to Torreon. My plane arrives at midnight. I am trying to decide whether I should hang in the airport and catch the 7 a.m. bus to Queretaro, and there catch a bus to Torreon, or take a taxi to Terminal Norte and catch a northbound bus from there. I am meeting people, and have no desire on this trip to spend any more time than is necessary in Mexico city. If I do go to terminal Norte, what are my chances of getting a bus in the middle of the night? It seems difficult to find online schedules. If I end up sitting on a bench at either the airport or the bus terminal until morning, which of those two places would be preferable? Is there a restaurant open all night at either place?

Does any one know if you can catch a taxi from the main road ( 307 )to Puerto Morelas?

We are going to the Moon Palace 6/12 for 5 nights with a 21,22 and 14 year old.
Any advise anyone could give regarding. Getting downtown,taxi,safety moon resort,
nightlife, shopping and weather in June would be appreciated.