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Inside Background
Architecture 
            For most, without even realizing it, the energy and feel of a city...
Last edited: February 06, 2012
Culture 
            The reason that most travelers choose to visit Mazatlan is plain...
Last edited: February 06, 2012
Health & Safety 
            For tourists, Mazatlan is a safe place to visit.  With that being...
Last edited: November 03, 2012
History 
            Although the modern, tourist-friendly Mazatlan that we know today...
Last edited: February 06, 2012
Tourist Board Info 
            There is lots of information about Mazatlan on the internet, but...
Last edited: April 17, 2013
Weather & When to Go 
            The bottom line is this: Most people visit Mazatlan in order to...
Last edited: February 03, 2009
Information Sites 
 There are several online information resources available for travel to...
Last edited: November 04, 2012
Only in Mazatlan 
    Pulmonia Only in Mazatlan will you find the Pulmonia... An excellent...
Last edited: June 07, 2007
Recommended Reading 
Mazatlan IS Paradise - This book, by Charles A Hall is the only book written...
Last edited: February 06, 2012
Timeshare Sales 
If you are flying into Mazatlan and in particular, staying in or near the...
Last edited: January 10, 2011
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
            The means for getting to Mazatlan are almost as abundant as the...
Last edited: December 17, 2012
Public Transportation 
            There are three main sources of public transportation in Mazatlan...
Last edited: October 28, 2011
Taxis & Rental Cars 
  Airport Taxis (and a little about in town taxis and tipping) From point to...
Last edited: September 18, 2012
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
A day off a cruise ship: Over 200 cruise ships stop in Mazatlán for about 8-10...
Last edited: May 16, 2010
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.  In 2009...
Last edited: February 06, 2012
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
The Performing Arts 
Mazatlan is multi-faceted, like a diamond shining along the Pacific Coast . For...
Last edited: February 07, 2012
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
For a Great Week in Mazatlan 
  First for your Old Mazatlan tour call Sheila Miesse a ceritfied guide who...
Last edited: March 26, 2012
Fun in The Sun for kids 
The Mazagua is a wonderful outdoor waterslide in Mazatlan. It is great for all...
Last edited: January 10, 2010
Gallery Hopping 
More and More, Mazatlan is becoming an artist haven. But until recently, there...
Last edited: November 03, 2012
Mazatlan Off Road 
Mazatlan offers new buggy tours - a more thrill-seeking adventure than your...
Last edited: August 17, 2008
Venados Baseball Games 
From October through December, baseball or beisbol, Mexican style is the thing...
Last edited: December 07, 2012
Cerro de la Neveria 
CERRO DE LA NEVERIA
Last edited: September 10, 2007
Mi Casa Viajes 
If you are looking for a unique, unforgetable experience in Mazatlan, Mexico...
Last edited: February 09, 2009
Mi Casa Viajes 
MiCasa Sailing Sail with Captain Eduardo & First Mate Kym to benefit from...
Last edited: February 13, 2009
Salsa and Salsa Mazatlan 
Salsa Mazatlán, is a popular family tour. You’ll learn to make 6 classic salsas...
Last edited: February 11, 2011
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Try the pescado zarandeado at Restaurant El Camachin at the mid-afternoon...
Last edited: April 01, 2013
Breakfast 
Breakfast can be enjoyed at your hotel if you are not much of a morning...
Last edited: November 28, 2007
Cheap Eats 
Alagua: This restaurant has a nice location and decent, but limited menu...
Last edited: September 14, 2012
Dining with a View 
Chili's Pepper Restaurant -  This is a great restaurant that is right on the...
Last edited: September 15, 2012
Family-friendly Dining 
Mazatlan is a great all around family destination and the dining scene in no...
Last edited: September 15, 2012
Fat Fish 
This restaurant is located north of the golden zone and is kind of hidden but...
Last edited: July 31, 2008
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Inside Mexico: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
The national currency of Mexico is the Mexican Peso;  and Banco de Mexico is...
Last edited: April 23, 2012
Crossing the Border 
Remember to keep the color departure/arrival form, if you lose it, you will...
Last edited: March 28, 2013
Emergencies 
Puerto Vallarta  When a car accident occurs in Puerta Vallarta all cars...
Last edited: July 11, 2011
Important Phrases 
Phrases and words that may be helpful to you while in Mexico include: The...
Last edited: April 13, 2013
Telephones 
52 (Five Two) is the International Country Code for calling Mexico. 00 (zero...
Last edited: March 20, 2013
Tipping & Etiquette 
GUIDE TO TIPPING IN MEXICO Tipping guidelines for Mexico are nearly the same...
Last edited: February 17, 2013
Arrival at Mexico City airport 
Benito Juarez airport (MEX) serving Mexico City is modern and efficient. There...
Last edited: February 22, 2013
ATMS and Credit Cards 
Checking bankcard, credit card or debit cards can all be used to obtain pesos...
Last edited: September 27, 2012
Bus Travel  
For those of you who haven't used it, Mexico has an excellent intercity bus...
Last edited: February 11, 2012
Currency While in Mexico 
Mexico’s national currency is the Peso.  Though some merchants both along the...
Last edited: March 11, 2010
Driving in Mexico 
Although Mexico is a big country, it can be easily travelled by car - if you...
Last edited: September 17, 2011
Embassies & Consulates (US/Canada) 
UNITED STATES United States Embassy in Mexico : Paseo de la Reforma 305, Col...
Last edited: May 04, 2009
Phoning Abroad 
There are "locales"  (or locations) for calling long distance that use VOIP...
Last edited: January 26, 2010
Police Stops 
If you are stopped by the police, you may not want to hand over your original...
Last edited: December 11, 2012
Public Safety & Security 
Concerns for safety and security in Mexico have risen steadily over the past...
Last edited: October 16, 2011
Renta de Autos, or Car Rental In Mexico 
There appears  to be some question regarding car rental and driving in Mexico...
Last edited: March 06, 2012
Timeshare and Consumer Complaints  
The following is from Profeco, the Mexican Governments Consumer Agency for...
Last edited: December 19, 2012
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