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Best Mexican Area.???

jimbosee

jimbosee

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Hi Tuggers,
Jim Seedsman,from Melbourne,Australia,here,still looking for information.For a possible one trip to a timeshare,staying 1 week in Mexico,what area would give us a fair impression of the country,we will be also be staying 3 nights in Mexico city.Any ideas please.Thanks Regards jimbosee.:hi:
 
I've been to Cabo and Puerto Vallarta. Cabo was my fav. of the 2 but I enjoyed both. I think what your looking for is more suited to Puerto Vallarta. More old time flavor.
 
When I had a few days off in Australia, for its the location to the barrier reef and tropical rain forest I went to Port Douglas it was perfect, though maybe not a "fare impression of the country". With that kind of logic, in MX I'd go to the Yucatan Peninsula for its barrier reef, beaches, Mayan sites and even its forests (botanical garden near Puerto Morelos). From Tulum up to Cancun it's great. You can see many Mayan sites quite easily. For a "fare impression" the public bus system is great, you can see the small villages (you see them going to Mayan sites) and head back to the Caribbean at the day's end. For a "picture perfect" town on the Peninsula (western) go to Merida. I haven't been to MX City and haven't heard anything good about it for many, many years. From MX City I'd head over to see the over-wintering monarch butterflies. Have a great trip.
 
Our first trip to Mexico was to Mexico City for a soccer tournament.

The Shrine of Our Lady of Guatelupe was very interesting as was the ruins of the pyramids of the Moon and the Sun. There is also a very good Archeological Museum there somewhere. I think it is attached to the University of Mexico. The city is huge, about 25 million. And it is 7000 feet above sea level.

Now we have been to many, many cities. Our favourites are Puerto Vallarta, Acapulco, and the surrounding area of Cancun.

No matter where you chose, the beaches are terrific but the Yucatan does have warmer water.
 
jimbosee said:
Hi Tuggers,
Jim Seedsman,from Melbourne,Australia,here,still looking for information.For a possible one trip to a timeshare,staying 1 week in Mexico,what area would give us a fair impression of the country,we will be also be staying 3 nights in Mexico city.Any ideas please.Thanks Regards jimbosee.:hi:
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You make a fair challenge with your request. Most of the cities and towns that would give you an excellent and true impression of Mexico do not have timeshares and are inland away from coastal resort development. Of the coastal resorts, and we have been to most of them, Manzanillo is the least impacted and most typically Mexican. It has lovely beaches, is very easy to get to via Guadalajara and you also get to go through Colima which is a lovely and mostly untouched colonial city that is still very much a part of Mexico.

Only problem, I am not sure of timeshares in Manzanillo as we stayed there for a month in a hotel and I have not taken the time to look up Manzanillo to see if any are available there.

If not, I would then recommend Puerto Vallarta. If you are driving however, I would still recommend the longer route to PV, that is, via Guadalajara, Colima, and Manzanillo and then on up the coast to PV. Would be a lovely drive on good roads (mostly limited access 4 lane cuotas) through great country.

Where ever you wind up, you will love it.
 
Mexico is a very big country. It's geography includes tropical rainforests, the beautiful Caribbean ocean, the Sonoran desert and everything in between. Finding one spot that is representative of all of Mexico is virtually impossible. I guess it just depends on what you like in a vacation. If you are looking for fabulous beaches go to Cancun. You get the added bonus of being in an archeologically rich area. Visit the Mayan ruins. There are many on the Yucatan penninsula in various stages of restoration. The Yucatan also has a large Mayan indian population. Puerto Vallarta is more colonial in feel. You can see the heavy Spanish influence in the architecture. It has a very different feel from Cancun. It is in a tropical region where the mountains run right to the ocean. It feels more typically "Mexican" to me. If PV sounds appealing also consider Zijuatanejo, and Oaxaca. Cabo sits on the tip of the Baja penninsula and is very arid. It's a fantastic place for whale watching from December through March. The Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez here. It's beautiful in a very wild and extreme sort of way. Most of the beaches are not swimmable with a few exceptions. Deep sea fishing is a big deal here. HTH
 
Of the areas with timeshares I think either Puerto Vallarta or Ixtapa-Zihuatenejo are the closest you'll get to experiencing Mexico. From P.V. there are a number of day trips to take to small, traditional villages, and the country side is beautiful. Huatulco may also be a good choice as it's just beginning to develop into a tourist destination. I have'nt been there yet, and would like to hear from anyone who has. From my own experience, though, P.V. gets my vote.
 
Best Mexican area.

Thank you tuggers for all your help and assistance,still not sure but for us it appears to be Puerto Vallarta.How far is Mexico City from P V.We will do a couple of day tours from M/C,and then a couple from P/V,maybe that is the way to go .Keep up with the ideas they are all interesting.Thanks Jim Seedsman:hi:

jimbosee :hi:





"If you actually look like your passport photo,you arn't well enough to travel".
 
From P.V., a great day trip is San Blas, about 150 km north, and tour the mangrove swamps. Great wildlife viewing, including crocodiles and iguanas. To quote a countryman of yours, "Crocs rule". All due respect to Steve Irwin.
 
davilin88 said:
From P.V., a great day trip is San Blas, about 150 km north, and tour the mangrove swamps. Great wildlife viewing, including crocodiles and iguanas. To quote a countryman of yours, "Crocs rule". All due respect to Steve Irwin.
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You may want to look into Mazatlan.?
 
I vote for Puerto Vallarta. Cancun is not really Mexican as it was built for tourism. While PV is touristy, it still retains typical Mexican flavor and also you can take day trips from there into more rural areas. We love it
Pat
 
Hi, Jim :wave:

I love Cancun, but it is really touristy, not what you're looking for. Lots of English spoken, and a turkey dinner at every hotel for Thanksgiving.

Let us know what you decide on!

Avery
 
Best area in Mexico.

Hi Avery,
Thanks,what is the respective weather,(hot--cold),between NYC and Mexico,for the month of February,be truthful,do we spend another week in Mexico,or a week in NYC. Regards Jim Seedsman :hi:

jimbosee:hi:


"If you actually look like your passport photo then you arn't well enough to travel"
 
Mexico and NY are like night and day- a very different vacation. NY in February can be variable- it is winter here. You can have a mild week in the 40's (F) or it can be really cold. There can be snow at that time of the year. It is definitely not beach weather in NY like it is in Mexico.

People come to NY for sightseeing, Broadway shows, museums and shopping; restaurants and nightlife abound. It is truly a world capital city. Head to Cancun or Puerto Vallarta for the beach, exploring archeological sites and relaxing. In February you are unlikely to spend a day picnicing in Central Park if you visit NY, but with a warm coat you can generally walk around the city, exploring the sights. NY will definitely be a more active vacation and a beach in Mexico mellower and relaxing.

I guess I'm prejudiced, but if you have never been to NY and don't foresee another opportunity anytime in the near future, you should consider coming. It really is incomparable. I've never been to Australia or the Asian countries, but I have been to many European capital cities and New York is definitely different; it has an energy all its own.
 
Best Mexican area.

Thanks m61376,
My wife and I are not overfond of cold weather,and our cold weather in Melbourne,Australia,is not as severe as yours,in New York.We have been to your wonderful city twice,once in 1999,and May/June this year,where we were shown around by Avery,a committed New Yorker,like yourself.We will come back again,possibly in 2008,so we may catch up with you too.Thanks once again,it is a huge help when putting together a long or short trip,to have tuggers helping all the way.Regards Jim Seedsman :hi:

jimbosee:hi:


"If you actually look like your passport photo,then you arn't well enough to travel."
 
Jim,
I agree about checking out Mazatlan. Smaller they PV, but still old Mexico favor. Good transportation system. Great day trips to cool areas for both culture and waterfun. Lots of timeshares to trade into, but not as requested as Cancun or Cabo.
Stay away from Cabo, I like the area, but it is like visiting California. Stay away from Cancun to busy and to much like Florida.
Most favorite place is south of Cancun about 45 minutes called Playa Del Carmen. This whole area which is also called the Mayan Rivieria is great. rich in culture and on the beautiful caribbean ocean which I am sure I've been told has 176 shades of blue. Mayan ruins near by and the area is very eco-minded with eco-water theme parks. Very casual too casual for alot of US, as it is popular with europeans which means topless sun bathing is not prohibited as it in Cancun.
 
Best Mexican Area!!!!

Hi tuggers,A Happy New Year to each and everyone,
jimbosee from Australia.Thanks again for all your information.We have got our first confirmation for Mexice,#6483 Mayan Palace Riviera Maya,2Bedroom,go in Friday 8th February,out Friday 15th February,2008.We then go to Puerto Vallarta,no offer yet,for 1 week,then 3 nights in Mexico City.Please, any tuggers staying at the same time look us up, love to chat.Thank you. Regards Jim and Pat Seedsman:hi:

jimbosee@hotmail.com:hi:
 
Hi, Jim, we were just at the Mayan Palace in Nuevo Vallarta (about 30 km north of P.V.) and had a wonderful stay, as I'm sure you will. Wish we could turn around and head straight back down.
 
jimbosee said:
Hi tuggers,A Happy New Year to each and everyone,
jimbosee from Australia.Thanks again for all your information.We have got our first confirmation for Mexice,#6483 Mayan Palace Riviera Maya,2Bedroom,go in Friday 8th February,out Friday 15th February,2008.We then go to Puerto Vallarta,no offer yet,for 1 week,then 3 nights in Mexico City.Please, any tuggers staying at the same time look us up, love to chat.Thank you. Regards Jim and Pat Seedsman:hi:

jimbosee@hotmail.com:hi:
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Jim,

How are you getting from the Mayan Riviera to Puerto Vallarta? The internal flights tend to be pretty pricey, and you would have to head up to Cancun to fly to PV. Where are you flying from to return home to Australia? Mexico is a very big country with big distances between the Yucatan and the Pacific Coast. Having said that, they have very inexpensive 1st class buses with tvs and clean bathrooms that can get you across country overnight.

If you can't get a timeshare exchange for PV and would want to stay at independent lodgings, PM me for some ideas in that area. I've stayed in both PV and in Bucerias a few times and both are nice and affordable.

If you need a recommendation for a good Mexico City hotel, this past November we stayed on the Alameda in the historic Hotel de Cortes. Excellent location for touring Palace of Fine Arts and museums. The rooms are basic but clean, and the building is historic (a former monastery and the oldest hotel in Mexico City) and lovely. It's about $110 per night for a double including tax. Worth it for that location, IMO. The front desk hooked us up with a tour company that cost us $35 per person for an all-day tour to the Plaza de Las Tres Culturas, the Basicilica of Guadalupe, and then on to Teotihuacan. I thought it was very worth it for all day at that price per person. Of course we tipped our excellent bilingual tour guide.

Another recommendation. The double decker Mexico City tour bus "Turibus" stops on the Alameda very near this hotel, and it's worth it for hop on/hop off touring during a full day.

I love Mexico City, the Yucatan and the Pacific side too! Have fun!
 
jules54 said:
Jim,
I agree about checking out Mazatlan. Smaller they PV, but still old Mexico favor. Good transportation system. Great day trips to cool areas for both culture and waterfun. Lots of timeshares to trade into, but not as requested as Cancun or Cabo.
Stay away from Cabo, I like the area, but it is like visiting California. Stay away from Cancun to busy and to much like Florida.
Most favorite place is south of Cancun about 45 minutes called Playa Del Carmen. This whole area which is also called the Mayan Rivieria is great. rich in culture and on the beautiful caribbean ocean which I am sure I've been told has 176 shades of blue. Mayan ruins near by and the area is very eco-minded with eco-water theme parks. Very casual too casual for alot of US, as it is popular with europeans which means topless sun bathing is not prohibited as it in Cancun.
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Mazatlan is much larger than Puerto Vallarta. We have lived in Mexico and traveled to many parts. Our favorite for timesharing is the Riviera Maya though we prefer the beaches at Nuevo Vallarta ( not Puerto Vallarta ).
 
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