Returned from 12 days in Mexico.
Accommodation:
Guest house near the action. $55/night.
Scene:
Quieter but worthwhile. Prices up slightly.
Highlights:
Hidden gem bar found.
Overall: 7.5/10 - Solid destination.
Happy to answer questions.
Returning to Mexico after 3 years
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100% agree. The value is hard to beat.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try using a different site next time.
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Adding my experience from 3 weeks ago.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found downtown to be better value.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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Did you use the local sites or find girls at clubs?
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Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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100% agree. The value is hard to beat.
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Quick question — how was the hotel security?
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Been going for years. The scene has stayed consistent.
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found the outskirts to be better value.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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