QUICK TRAVEL GUIDE TO MEXICO

• Hello in Spanish: Hola "o-la". English is widely spoken in tourist destinations and many Mexican cities. 
• Currency: Mexican Pesos. US $1 is approximately 17 Pesos
• Best time to go: October to May, when it is not as hot as the Summer. 
• Power Voltage: 127V/60hz
• Visas: All tourists must have a tourist permit, available on arrival. Some nationalities also need visas.
• Tourists are rarely victims to the drug and gang violence in Mexico. Don't let the negative perspective deter you. Mexico is a beautiful country and you should be safe in tourist areas as long as you keep alert. 

MEXICO TRAVEL TIPS

• practice general safety precautions while traveling through Mexico
• drink bottled water
• learn a few Spanish phrases in case you need them, although English is widely spoken
• beware of scams in tourist destinations
• don't stay at all-inclusive resorts only. Get out and experience the real Mexico
• Mexican food is not Tex-Mex. Eat your way through Mexico, eating authentic Mexican meals
• barter and haggle at markets
• you can pay for many things with US dollars, but try to use Pesos instead - you will be getting a better rate

TOP EXPERIENCES IN MEXICO

• visit Chichen Itza
• Wander around Mexico City
• Explore the beautiful colorful city of Guanajuato
• Swim with Whale Sharks in Cancun
• Enjoy the town of Puerto Vallarta

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