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joesomebody · 09-18-2009, 12:40 PM

Anyone been to Mexico in the last couple years? I want to go there this winter break and need some advice. Was thinking about Puerto Vallarta but am open to other suggestions. I want to do an all inclusive package, drinks, hotel, food, clubs etc. Probably going with a group of 2 or 3 other people. I've looked online and can't really find too many websites selling all inclusive packages. Is this something I should use a travel agent for? If so anyone know some good ones?

Thanks in advance.

I figure the trip should be cheap right now with all the drug wars and swine flu going on down there.

The Poz · 09-18-2009, 03:17 PM

All I'm saying is don't waste a whole day of your high priced vacation wandering through the crappy markets that sell useless t-shirts and expensive knock-off, mass produced items while having your pockets picked when you can spend your days drinking for free on a beautiful beach or exploring the natural wonders. If you feel the need to hit the towns, like FlowingJuices said, wonder off the beaten path for a home-cooked meal. Those locals will treat you right.
P.S. bring gifts for the work staff at your resort. Stuff for their kids or toiletries, etc. They really need it and they don't see any of the tips you give to your waiters and bartenders.

Sweet Daddy Hate · 09-18-2009, 03:26 PM

Visit Beautiful Juarez, and let everybody know you are American DEA.

JuicesFlowing · 09-18-2009, 03:32 PM

I've never been to a resort hotel. I think many Americans who haven't been to Mexico before feel safe doing this, but I can assure you that you can find cheap, clean, safe hotels on your own and maybe feel more liberated. When I travel to Mexico, I don't want to feel like I'm in the United States, that's why I go to Mexico. Most if not all of these hotels in resort areas speak English too, if that is a fear. When i went to Xalapa in Veracruz state, we stayed at a hotel that cost $45 per night and it was beautiful, with clean rooms, exotic plants everywhere, coffee plants right outside our window ... Ask around, use the internet. I'm guessing travel advisors and big tourism packages are not worth it, that's all I'm saying.

JuicesFlowing · 09-18-2009, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Raised On Riots

Visit Beautiful Juarez, and let everybody know you are American DEA.

Tijuana is also nice.

Great Expectations · 09-18-2009, 03:44 PM

Go to Jamaica

Sweet Daddy Hate · 09-18-2009, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Great Expectations

Go to Jamaica

What's old is what's new.

Quiet Storm · 09-18-2009, 04:06 PM

What do you know about below Diego?

Fly into Cancun or somewhere down there and you will be alright.

Mexico's drinking age is 18. I took advantage of that when I was 18-20. Crazy times.

vailpass · 09-18-2009, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by The Poz

When down there about 20-30% of the people at my resort were American. The Cuban authorities don't stamp your passport. They give you a separate card to stamp.

Did you walk around the city of Cancun? Like I said, other than the resorts, it's a grade - A shit hole! 2 minutes off the bus I had a kid going through my pockets, another offering my weed, when I declined I saw the little bugger run over to a cop that was keeping a close eye on him - working together. Plus, the city has no real history or character.
Check out the ruins and natural attractions but avoid the big cities!

Like I said, for an American citizen traveling to Cuba is illegal.

Yes I've walked Cancun, you afraid of a little local flavor? I've taken the crazy bus as far as it would go then cabbed back in the middle of the morning when the buses weren't running. How can you get to Pericos if you won't leave the resort?

I've been woken up on the beach by Federales with machine guns while laying naked next to the girly I was banging the night before. Once they saw I was Americano they smiled and elevator-eyed the girl before moving on.

Did you take the boat ride over to Isla Mujeres?

You refuse to leave the resort area yet say the city has no character? You sound like a whole lot of fun to travel with.

**Dartgod** · 09-18-2009, 04:56 PM

I'll recommend Playa del Carmen as well. We stayed at the Royal Playa del Carmen in April and had a great time. 5th Avenue (where all the restaurants, bars and shops are) is within walking distance. Also, Tulum and Xel-Ha are amazing as others have mentioned.

joesomebody · 09-18-2009, 05:24 PM

Keep the suggestions coming. Glad to see so many people have been there. Looking to spend about 1200 bucks a person total. I've been told that December before Christmas time and this is very possible. Going to look into Playa del Carmen now.

joesomebody · 09-18-2009, 05:24 PM

As to Cuba, I'm still technically in the Military. This is a big no no for us.

chop · 09-18-2009, 05:31 PM

I've been going back and forth to Mexico for the past year for my job. This job is just on the North side of Mexico City. I'm not going to vacation spots when I travel there but I would never recommend anyone going to Mexico. I'm not a big fan.

ElGringo · 09-18-2009, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by chop

I've been going back and forth to Mexico for the past year for my job. This job is just on the North side of Mexico City. I'm not going to vacation spots when I travel there but I would never recommend anyone going to Mexico. I'm not a big fan.

Can you explain more please? I would never recommend Mexico City, but to say don't go to Mexico because of that 1 city is a bit overboard. It is kinda like saying don't go to America because of Detroit.

JuicesFlowing · 09-18-2009, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by joesomebody

Keep the suggestions coming. Glad to see so many people have been there. Looking to spend about 1200 bucks a person total. I've been told that December before Christmas time and this is very possible. Going to look into Playa del Carmen now.

$1200 per person? Does that include hotel cost or no? My wife and I spent $300 all week long in Playa on food, beer, and travel needs (tours, etc). The hotel and plane tix consumed the rest of the cost, but the actual expenses while in Playa were as cheap as anyplace.

Quiet Storm · 09-18-2009, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by chop

I've been going back and forth to Mexico for the past year for my job. This job is just on the North side of Mexico City. I'm not going to vacation spots when I travel there but I would never recommend anyone going to Mexico. I'm not a big fan.

No kidding, Mexico has some nice spots to check out. The drug cartels just kill the reputation, however. Espcially in the last 2-3 years.

09-18-2009, 12:40 PM
joesomebody Waiting to be voted off Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Baltimore, MD Casino cash: $9994900	Mexico Anyone been to Mexico in the last couple years? I want to go there this winter break and need some advice. Was thinking about Puerto Vallarta but am open to other suggestions. I want to do an all inclusive package, drinks, hotel, food, clubs etc. Probably going with a group of 2 or 3 other people. I've looked online and can't really find too many websites selling all inclusive packages. Is this something I should use a travel agent for? If so anyone know some good ones? Thanks in advance. I figure the trip should be cheap right now with all the drug wars and swine flu going on down there.
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09-18-2009, 03:17 PM	#31
The Poz Enjoyer of things Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Toronto Casino cash: $10012210	All I'm saying is don't waste a whole day of your high priced vacation wandering through the crappy markets that sell useless t-shirts and expensive knock-off, mass produced items while having your pockets picked when you can spend your days drinking for free on a beautiful beach or exploring the natural wonders. If you feel the need to hit the towns, like FlowingJuices said, wonder off the beaten path for a home-cooked meal. Those locals will treat you right. P.S. bring gifts for the work staff at your resort. Stuff for their kids or toiletries, etc. They really need it and they don't see any of the tips you give to your waiters and bartenders.
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09-18-2009, 03:26 PM	#32
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09-18-2009, 03:32 PM	#33
JuicesFlowing Losing with passion. Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Oblivion Casino cash: $10004925	I've never been to a resort hotel. I think many Americans who haven't been to Mexico before feel safe doing this, but I can assure you that you can find cheap, clean, safe hotels on your own and maybe feel more liberated. When I travel to Mexico, I don't want to feel like I'm in the United States, that's why I go to Mexico. Most if not all of these hotels in resort areas speak English too, if that is a fear. When i went to Xalapa in Veracruz state, we stayed at a hotel that cost $45 per night and it was beautiful, with clean rooms, exotic plants everywhere, coffee plants right outside our window ... Ask around, use the internet. I'm guessing travel advisors and big tourism packages are not worth it, that's all I'm saying.
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09-18-2009, 03:44 PM	#35
Great Expectations MVP Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Joplin, MO Casino cash: $13352338	Go to Jamaica
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09-18-2009, 04:06 PM	#37
Quiet Storm Banned Join Date: Oct 2007 Casino cash: $10004900	What do you know about below Diego? Fly into Cancun or somewhere down there and you will be alright. Mexico's drinking age is 18. I took advantage of that when I was 18-20. Crazy times.
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09-18-2009, 04:56 PM	#39
Dartgod Wasted away again... Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: in Margaritaville Casino cash: $7040000	I'll recommend Playa del Carmen as well. We stayed at the Royal Playa del Carmen in April and had a great time. 5th Avenue (where all the restaurants, bars and shops are) is within walking distance. Also, Tulum and Xel-Ha are amazing as others have mentioned. __________________ If you shed a tear for me, please make it a tear of joy. -Joe Tracy (Nzoner) . .
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09-18-2009, 05:24 PM	#40
joesomebody Waiting to be voted off Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Baltimore, MD Casino cash: $9994900	Keep the suggestions coming. Glad to see so many people have been there. Looking to spend about 1200 bucks a person total. I've been told that December before Christmas time and this is very possible. Going to look into Playa del Carmen now.
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09-18-2009, 05:31 PM	#42
chop Go Chiefs! Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Michigan Casino cash: $2634270	I've been going back and forth to Mexico for the past year for my job. This job is just on the North side of Mexico City. I'm not going to vacation spots when I travel there but I would never recommend anyone going to Mexico. I'm not a big fan. __________________ Never be satisfied with what you achieve, because it all pales in comparison with what you are capable of doing in the future.
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