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Inside Background
History 
Mexico's history goes back to ancient times. The earliest known civilization in...
Last edited: May 08, 2009
Tourist Board Info 
Getting tourist board information right before and even during your vacation in...
Last edited: May 04, 2009
Weather & When to Go 
Central Mexico and the Gulf Coast's weather is for the most part sunny, warm...
Last edited: July 30, 2009
Recommended Reading 
Central Mexico and its Gulf Coast are rich in culture, history and natural...
Last edited: May 04, 2009
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Central Mexico and the Gulf Coast are easily accessed by air from overseas. The...
Last edited: May 04, 2009
What to do on a layover 
  Benito Juárez Airport (MEX) is close enough to the centre of the city for...
Last edited: August 04, 2009
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Inside Things to Do
Events & Festivals 
Mexico is a festive nation and there are many events throughout the region that...
Last edited: May 04, 2009
Museums & Attractions 
When you visit Central Mexico and cities along the Gulf Coast you will enjoy...
Last edited: May 05, 2009
Shopping 
Mexico is a great place to shop. From upscale boutiques and large commercial...
Last edited: May 05, 2009
Sports & Activities 
Engaging in sports and activities is a major part of Mexican vacations. No...
Last edited: August 20, 2006
Nightlife 
Mexico is known for its hot nightlife. People travel from around the globe to...
Last edited: August 20, 2006
El Museo Tuxteco 
The museum is in the historic center of Santiago Tuxtla, Veracruz.  In front in...
Last edited: April 09, 2008
El Rosario Monarch Butterfly Preserve (Santuario de Mariposas El Rosario) 
Beautiful place...it takes 3 hours from Morelia to reach this place followed by...
Last edited: May 04, 2009
Las Pozas 
Surrealist fantasy made up of concrete towers and staircases that go nowhere...
Last edited: July 09, 2009
Pensamiento Mezcal 
Pensamiento Mezcal  tipo 2  - 25% ALC. VOL.   CREMA DE MEZCAL FROM OAXACA...
Last edited: February 26, 2008
The Pena of Bernal 
Pena de Bernal (Bernal Boulder) is the third-largest monolith in the world...
Last edited: February 18, 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
Family-friendly Dining 
Marina’s Restaurant Km 84 Carretera Nal. (Route 180) Monte Gordo C.R 93801, CP...
Last edited: September 25, 2008
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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 01, 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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