Estado de Oaxaca Travel Forum

We booked 7-14 June at the Las Brisas Resort Ixtapa. We are newbies to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo. My questions are the usual ones - where to eat in Ixtapa, best supermarkets, can you walk safely to Ixtapa, any out-of-the-way gems to hike to or anything else you figure is good to know. We will celebrate our 37th anniversary together so I was hoping to find a special place to take my Honey for an evening out, any suggestions on that one are very welcome as well - Thanks very much.

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

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

We're going to PE for Christmas with another family and all of our kids, ages 10 to 13. Has anyone done something like this? We're trying to book a good place to stay for a week. House? Apartment? Condo? Hotel? Not sure what the best option will be but we're looking for a good place and realized we'd better hurry because places are booking up fast! Thanks for any advice.

Eve

Can someone tell me if I need reservations for a taxi or is there good bus service to the Hotels?

Has anyone been fishing in Feb 2008 out of Ixtapa? Any recommendations for a guide and the cost for a one day trip?

Does anyone know which bus company is the one/best one to use between OAXACA and Mexico City, and also, if there are any interesting places to stop in between?? GRACIAS!

Hello all!

Does anyone know how long it takes to travel from Mexico City to Oaxaca on the good buses? Would it be an overnight trip?

Also, I'll be visiting with 3 other friends in late December. Is this a busy time and should we book hotel rooms ahead of time? We're not sure when we're arriving, that's all.

Thanks beforehand!

We will be arriving in Mexico City on December 31 and staying until January 10. We hope to travel to Oaxaca for much of the vacation. Does anyone have tips on the best way (bus? which bus? etc.) to get from D.F. to Oaxaca City?

In the city of Oaxaca, where is the best place to stay? We are looking for some comfort, but most of all- excellent prices!

Finally, we'd like to travel FROM Oaxaca to some remote coastal beach area for a few days. The more private the beach front, the better. Any suggestions of great secluded beaches? And any suggestions how to get there from Oaxaca? Any suggestions on places to stay out near the ocean?

Thank you for any ideas you may have.

Finally making it to Puerto Escondido years after first hearing about it. Can't wait to get there... Sounds great.

Would love to hook up with a like-minded individual or individuals to enjoy some of the evening activities in Puerto Escondido. Happy hours, sunsets, checking out the restaurant and music scene...

Let me know if you are into meeting up as I am leaving sooner than later...

Gracias

Does anyone know if there is any place in the sierras of Oaxaca State to see Monarch butterflies in mid-November?

We are flying into San Jose late at night. We don't want to rent a car and drive from San Jose to Querpos late at night. I know we can use the bus system or plane the next morning. Can we just stay in the terminal for the night?

I wish to go to Puerto Escondido alone for surf, fun and relaxing-is this a safe place for a single girl?

My husband & I are going to be in Oaxaca de Juarez the first two weeks of December, 2007. This is to be an exploratory trip in preparation for my retirement in a couple years. What should we plan to see? We'd like to meet some people who have retired there. Anyone interested? We'll have a rental car, is that a good idea? Would like to spend a couple nights here and there, not all in one place but all within hollering distance of the city.

Does anyone know if Casa Pereyra on Independencia (across from the Basilica) had to close due to all the earlier protests? I have reservations for the fall, but I just noticed their website is gone. I can only locate a generic page on mexonline.com.

If you've been to Oax recently or live there, I would greatly appreciate an update on this hotel if you happen to know anything. But I really hope it's still open.

Thank you,
Victoria

I`ve heard there`s gonna be another surfing championship... this time it`d be close to Puerto Escondido, in a smaller town named Sicatelas (or something like that)...

... does anybody know anything?

Either way... how`s this smaller town?

Are there any experienced surfers out there familiar with the area of San Blas and the conditions during the summer for a beginner surfer. Also, to buy a surf board would you buy in Mexico or the States? any help at all would be appreciated.

I have seen a number of comments from travelers that they are dissatisfied with the All- inclusives. Is there a real good one?

If this is not a great all inclusive, I would like to know the names of several good hotels that either have dinning rooms or are within a short distance from good restaurants.

Your help and assistance will, as always, be appreciated.

Thanks,

Paul

tengo una foto bien antigua de fiero como puedo mandar la foto para que me puedan decir quien son ellos....gracias

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Anyone knows a place to rock climb in or near Puerto Escondido?

Hi

Anyone knows a place to rock climb in or near Puerto Escondido?

Hi

Anyone knows a place to rock climb in or near Puerto Escondido?

Hi

Anyone knows a place to rock climb in or near Puerto Escondido?

I'll be traveling to PE solo from Dec 13-Dec 20th. I have a 2 bedroom house near zicztella if anyone wants to share, let me know. Email me for furter details or questions. robertcolligan@msn.com

It is safe to go to Huatulco considering its proximity to Oaxaca. Any information would be appreciated.

I'm hoping to head down to Oaxaca, Mexico. Can anyone inform me of the current situation there? I'd like an interesting trip, but not one which has the threat of violence. Thankyou for any and all help.

We would like to travel to Oaxaca for Christmas, But we are a bit concerned about the security risk and heath facilities there. We have been to many remote places in the world, regardless of travel warnings etc. But we always check them out first thru venues such as travel forums etc.

Thanks in advance
Diana & Malachy McCourt

hi --

i am staying at this hotel from sept 30 thru oct 7. i am a little nervous, having read about the recent uproar, but i really don't want to cancel my trip. can someone tell me where this hotel is located relative to the zocalo? is it in an area that will be in the middle of the crowds?

thanks -- susie margaret

The U.S. Embassy in Mexico has now issued a warning to travelers visiting Oaxaca or intending to do so - as a result of the escalating protests/violence. Here's the text:

"August 8, 2006

Warden Notice Regarding Demonstrations in Oaxaca City, Oaxaca

The U.S. Embassy advises its citizens in Oaxaca to avoid demonstrations being held by teachers and students. In recent weeks, the Teacher’s Union Groups have held demonstrations throughout the city of Oaxaca. Local media have reported vandalism, arrests, and injuries as a result of the ongoing confrontations. U.S. citizens in the vicinity are encouraged to avoid large crowds in the Oaxaca area. All persons are encouraged to remain in their homes or hotels, and to avoid downtown Oaxaca and surrounding areas during active demonstrations. Because striking teachers reportedly may attempt to close local airport facilities and the main highway linking Mexico City and Oaxaca, U.S. citizens in the area are advised to monitor local news reports and to contact their airline to confirm flight information.

We wish to remind U.S. citizens that even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence. U.S. citizens are urged to avoid the areas of demonstrations, and to exercise caution if within the vicinity of any protests. Since the timing and routes of marches and demonstrations are always subject to change, U.S. citizens should monitor local media sources for new developments."

Hi, I am currently living in Oaxaca City. I am planning on traveling to Puerto for 1-2 weeks and am looking for someone (preferibly a female) to trave with for safety purposes. I am planning on staying in a hostel and speding most of my days surfing, posiibly some hiking.

Thanks