Road Trip through Mexico

A friend did the drive twice, he told me you have to bribe police so have spare change, stay off certain roads, do not I repeat do not drive at night.

Libtards located in the US who don't mind America becoming more like Mexico - and who think it's racist or xenophobic to say and think otherwise - should be forced to spend the rest of their life in Mexico.




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There are corrupt check points throughout Mexico where the police there will look to $hake you down, be prepared. Of all the destinations you mentioned I'd be extra careful in Mexico city as it is a dangerous place for a gringo.

I've been to Cuba, Cambodia, Turkey, etc...but there's this stigma that traveling in Mexico is dangerous.

I plan on driving during the day and staying in places like Monterey, Veracruz, Tampico, Mexico City, Lago de Chapala, Pacific coast.

I'll be driving a fairly nice Toyota Tundra. Should I be concerned?

Why is Mexico off limits? Any Mexicans have any tips? I speak a little Spanish and love Hispanic culture. Should I not venture south of the border?

................and all those Hispanics in the US now legally and illegally, will turn it into Mexico within 50 yrs.

Any chance you can cross the boarder with a dog?
I'm not sure what the rules are but if you are able, always travel with a big ass loyal dog.

I have never traveled to Mexico so I can't speak for it specifically but here's my two cents on traveling:

When I travel to larger cities both domestic and abroad, I always dress way down. Dress in older clothing that fits in with the locals. Appear as if you would be a complete waste of time to rob.

Also always keep your head up. Make direct eye contact with everyone. Acknowledge everyone who makes eye contact with you with a simple and confident nod.

Carry yourself as if you are confident, aware and own your space.

I am female. I live and work in a downtown area with many unsavory types roaming about. I routinely go in and out of both my home and work place at all hours of the night and I have yet to have anyone give me any problems. Hopefully my luck holds out :p

But in all seriousness, I believe a lot of it is confidence and awareness of your surroundings.

Most people, even those with ill intent, are lazy and not looking for a struggle. If they don't see you as an easy target they usually move on and if they believe you might be a very difficult target, they will most certainly look for easier prey.

Corrupt law enforcement, however, may be a different set of rules and I have not had to deal with that situation specifically, perhaps someone else could chime in? I would be interested to hear advice on evading trouble with compromised officials. It is certainly an entirely different set of tactics.

I've been to Cuba, Cambodia, Turkey, etc...but there's this stigma that traveling in Mexico is dangerous.

I plan on driving during the day and staying in places like Monterey, Veracruz, Tampico, Mexico City, Lago de Chapala, Pacific coast.

I'll be driving a fairly nice Toyota Tundra. Should I be concerned?

Why is Mexico off limits? Any Mexicans have any tips? I speak a little Spanish and love Hispanic culture. Should I not venture south of the border?

I've driven all over Mexico. I've met travelling American retirees all over the country, in the weirdest locations. Just stay away from Culiacan and Acapulco on the west coast. It's a great country.

I've been to Cuba, Cambodia, Turkey, etc...but there's this stigma that traveling in Mexico is dangerous.

I plan on driving during the day and staying in places like Monterey, Veracruz, Tampico, Mexico City, Lago de Chapala, Pacific coast.

I'll be driving a fairly nice Toyota Tundra. Should I be concerned?

Why is Mexico off limits? Any Mexicans have any tips? I speak a little Spanish and love Hispanic culture. Should I not venture south of the border?

A friend did the drive twice, he told me you have to bribe police so have spare change, stay off certain roads, do not I repeat do not drive at night.

My God, American posters here are cowards when it comes to Mexico.
I do agree that public transport buses are easier and safer than driving yourself. The first class buses are cheap, but they are comfortable. It's not like bus travel in the states where only the underclass takes the bus. Buses run everywhere and do so frequently.
Mexico is a wonderful country.

The crime statistics on tourists are not released. But this comment from a Canadian is typical of the brain dead under Trudeau.

For cripes sake, even the CBC has done the stories on the dozens of Canadian retired folks who have been murdered in Mexico in recent years.

OP is a fool.

Where lots of bling as you travel thru Mexico!
Say to the Mexicans "I be rich"
You'll meet many new friends!

I'll be driving a fairly nice Toyota Tundra. Should I be concerned?