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
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