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Inside Background
Architecture 
            For most, without even realizing it, the energy and feel of a city...
Last edited: June 13, 2006
Culture 
            The reason that most travelers choose to visit Mazatlan is plain...
Last edited: September 22, 2008
Health & Safety 
            For tourists, Mazatlan is a relatively safe place to visit.  With...
Last edited: October 06, 2008
History 
            Although the modern, tourist-friendly Mazatlan that we know today...
Last edited: June 13, 2006
Tourist Board Info 
            There is lots of information about Mazatlan on the internet, but...
Last edited: June 26, 2009
Weather & When to Go 
            The bottom line is this: Most people visit Mazatlan in order to...
Last edited: February 03, 2009
Infomation Sites 
There are many other tourist information sites such as: mazcondos.com...
Last edited: June 21, 2009
Mazatlan IS Paradise 
This book, by Charles A Hall is the only book written for travelers about a...
Last edited: May 17, 2006
Only in Mazatlan 
    Pulmonia Only in Mazatlan will you find the Pulmonia... An excellent...
Last edited: June 07, 2007
Timeshare Sales 
If you are flying into Mazatlan and in particular, staying in or near the...
Last edited: July 13, 2009
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
            The means for getting to Mazatlan are almost as abundant as the...
Last edited: January 28, 2008
Public Transportation 
            There are three main sources of public transportation in Mazatlan...
Last edited: October 30, 2008
Taxis & Rental Cars 
  Airport Taxis (and a little about in town taxis and tipping) From point to...
Last edited: May 31, 2009
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
If you're in Mazatlan, be sure to check out the zip line canopy tour from Huana...
Last edited: October 13, 2009
Family Travel 
Mazatlan is a fun and easy place to go with kids. The people are friendly...
Last edited: May 15, 2006
Museums & Attractions 
The Mazatlan Aquarium is a famous destination for Mazatlan travellers.  The...
Last edited: November 08, 2008
Nightlife 
            Here is the problem: After spending an entire day lying out in the...
Last edited: April 15, 2008
Off the Beaten Path 
For starters you might try ranging a bit further than your resort! Besides the...
Last edited: September 07, 2008
Shopping 
Shopping in Mazatlan can be very predictable, with the usual trinkets and trash...
Last edited: June 05, 2009
Sports & Activities 
             It would be all too easy to spend and entire week in Mazatlan and...
Last edited: June 14, 2006
Catch the Big One 
Anyone not familiar with Mazatlan should be aware that it is one of Mexico's...
Last edited: December 19, 2006
Enjoying Mazatlan 
A visit to Mazatlan in early January 2009.    Taxi from the airport  was $25.00...
Last edited: January 28, 2009
Glen Rogers Monotype Workshop 
   Glen Rogers Monotype Workshops   Glen Rogers lives in the heart of historic...
Last edited: August 21, 2008
Mazatlan Off Road 
Mazatlan offers new buggy tours - a more thrill-seeking adventure than your...
Last edited: August 17, 2008
Cerro de la Neveria 
CERRO DE LA NEVERIA
Last edited: September 10, 2007
El Cid Country Club Golf Course 
 The original 18 is a classic  country club. Tree (mostly palm) lined fairways...
Last edited: May 11, 2009
Ginger's Bilingual Horses 
Wonderful family activity. Great guides and our five year old loved it.  I...
Last edited: December 16, 2009
Mi Casa Viajes 
If you are looking for a unique, unforgetable experience in Mazatlan, Mexico...
Last edited: February 09, 2009
MiCasa Sailing 
MiCasa Sailing Sail with Captain Eduardo & First Mate Kym to benefit from...
Last edited: February 13, 2009
Randi's Happy Horses 
Randi's Happy Horses - For a very reasonable $45 you will be met by Randi at...
Last edited: June 23, 2009
Salsa Mazatlan 
Salsa Mazatlán, presented by Tropical Tours, is a popular cruise tour. Enjoy...
Last edited: November 01, 2009
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Try the pescado zarandeado at Restaurant El Camachin at the mid-afternoon...
Last edited: July 29, 2007
Breakfast 
Breakfast can be enjoyed at your hotel if you are not much of a morning...
Last edited: November 28, 2007
Dining with a View 
Chili's Pepper Restaurant -  This is a great restaurant that is right on the...
Last edited: June 11, 2008
Family-friendly Dining 
Mazatlan is a great all around family destination and the dining scene in no...
Last edited: July 11, 2006
Fat Fish 
This restaurant is located north of the golden zone and is kind of hidden but...
Last edited: July 31, 2008
Fat Fish 
Fat Fish has a note on the door stating: "Fat Fish will be closed for low...
Last edited: July 08, 2009
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Inside Mexico: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
    The national currency of Mexico is the Peso.  When you see prices listed...
Last edited: March 13, 2009
Crossing the Border 
As of January 23, 2007, passports will be required for all U.S. citizens...
Last edited: December 05, 2009
Emergencies 
Puerto Vallarta  When a car accident occurs in Puerta Vallarta all cars...
Last edited: April 25, 2008
Important Phrases 
Phrases and words that may be helpful to you while in Mexico include: The...
Last edited: December 08, 2009
Telephones 
52 (Five Two) is the International Country Code for calling Mexico. 00 (zero...
Last edited: July 31, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
GUIDE TO TIPPING IN MEXICO Tipping guidelines for Mexico are nearly the same...
Last edited: August 11, 2009
Arrival at Mexico City airport 
Benito Juarez airport (MEX) serving Mexico City is modern and efficient. There...
Last edited: December 02, 2009
Arrival at PVR 
Below is a step-by-step description of what to expect when arriving at the...
Last edited: July 11, 2006
ATMS and Credit Cards 
You can use a checking bankcard, credit card or debit card, and will find ATM...
Last edited: October 17, 2009
Bus Travel  
For those of you who haven't used it, Mexico has an excellent intercity bus...
Last edited: May 09, 2009
Currency While in Mexico 
Mexico ’s national currency is the Peso.  Though some merchants both along the...
Last edited: November 09, 2009
Driving in Mexico 
Although Mexico is a big country, it can be easily travelled by car - if you...
Last edited: January 26, 2009
Embassies & Consulates (US/Canada) 
UNITED STATES United States Embassy in Mexico : Paseo de la Reforma 305, Col...
Last edited: May 04, 2009
Phoning Abroad 
In the past the least expensive means to call the U.S., Canada or Europe from...
Last edited: June 07, 2008
Public Safety & Security 
Concerns for safety and security in Mexico have risen steadily over the past...
Last edited: June 23, 2009
Timeshare and Consumer Complaints  
The following is from Profeco, the Mexican Governments Consumer Agency for...
Last edited: June 15, 2007
Vallarta Safety 
Vallarta was extremely safe, not as much anymore.  It is about as safe as most...
Last edited: October 31, 2009
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