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Essentials Packing List 
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Last edited: August 13, 2008
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Xel-Ha 
Xel-Ha was simply the most beautiful place I have ever seen in my entire life...
Last edited: August 05, 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: April 28, 2008
Crossing the Border 
As of January 23, 2007, passports will be required for all U.S. citizens...
Last edited: January 16, 2008
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: July 25, 2008
Telephones 
52 (Five Two) is the International Country Code for calling Mexico. 00 (zero...
Last edited: July 31, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tip Calculation Since most travelers in Mexico come from the United States and...
Last edited: July 11, 2008
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: May 21, 2008
Bus Travel  
For those of you who haven't used it, Mexico has an excellent intercity bus...
Last edited: October 16, 2007
Currency While in Mexico 
The currency used in Mexico is the Mexican Peso. Many people make the mistake...
Last edited: July 02, 2008
Embassies and Consulates 
UNITED STATES United States Embassy in Mexico : Paseo de la Reforma 305, Col...
Last edited: December 19, 2006
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: May 21, 2008
Timeshare and Consumer Complaints  
The following is from Profeco, the Mexican Governments Consumer Agency for...
Last edited: June 15, 2007
Vallarta Safety 
Vallarta is extremely safe. It is much safer than most large US cities. Of...
Last edited: December 29, 2007
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