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RE: Local AZ study about going to Nogales!
Not everyone is waiting for booze. For some it is the only time you can get a dental appointment, especially for more extensive work. I'd gladly pay the US folks a dollar a head to hire extra people (who can smile) to help cover the mid-day rush. We also enjoy eating and shopping there. One year we beat the border crowd by staying in a nice, little RV park in Algadones.
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bilmo
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05/19/12 01:10pm |
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RE: Plans, Winter 2012
Haven't you heard, they have found a Mayan calendar which goes out to about 3500AD? still I'm happy for the increase in tourism for the area.
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bilmo
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05/12/12 10:21am |
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RE: Trucks in Mexico
12 winter of driving a diesel PU everywhere in Mexico with no problems. Had our previous PU's tranny die in La Paz and after an attempt to have it repaired and it failed again, went to yuma AZ and got a new one. This time I opted for a single rear wheel model instead of the dually because of the additional toll fees for duallies and in many of the "old town or down town" areas of certain cities, a dually is forbidden. You'll see box trucks in those areas, but they only have a single rear wheel. So if your load ratings allow it, stick to a single wheel.
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bilmo
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05/12/12 10:17am |
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RE: Nogales, NEW Lanes!
Finally, the border folks have figured it out. Last trip we went through lane one and the rear of the 5W (39') hit one of the posts as we turned out of the lane to go to secondary. Was told at secondary if we had asked, they would have opened lane 0! No signage to that affect or anyone volunteering.
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bilmo
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05/06/12 01:29pm |
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RE: The Minority
Our dogs are friendly, but think they are doing their job by barking their heads off at any stop, especially if there are people around. Rarely have we been stopped, but as soon as the dogs start their chorus, we are waved through!
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bilmo
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03/21/12 04:41pm |
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RE: Ensenada and La Bufadora
We stayed at Villarino RV Park (pg 458, Mexican Camping). Had a 37' 5W. Little store, P.O. and a few nearby restaurants. Bus to La Bufadora stopped at the gate.
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bilmo
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03/16/12 03:36pm |
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RE: Puerto Penasco to Mexicali
We drove from the Baja to Lukeville via Hwy 2 a few years ago. They were rebuilding the highway east of Algadones for many miles. Should still be in good shape. We stayed several days in Algadones at a very nice RV Park which was gated. It was interesting being on the Mexican side when everything shuts down in Algadones after the tourists go back to AZ/CA. Crossing at Mexicali was OK, but like most, it is a bit tight, so watch out for posts, etc. We had a 37' 5W. Fuel was a lot cheaper and not a problem. Great place for RXs, dentists and drs.
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bilmo
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03/12/12 01:34pm |
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RE: Algondonas Dental Work...?
Mexican trained dentist do not have as much invested in education as American dentists. The dental schooling is shorter because they essentially begin in dental school rather that getting an undergraduate degree first. The skill of the Mexican dentists is equal to those in the US for sure and I and DW have spent a lot of time in dentists' offices in both countries and it is way cheaper in Mexico. Most disappointing was Canada and India--just our personal experiences.
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bilmo
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03/05/12 02:11pm |
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RE: Alamos RV Parks...For Larger Rigs This Year!
If you stay at Dolisa, don't let them park you on the upper level. They sell water and rigs and people are there all hours of the day and night. It is a handy place to park and you can walk to almost anywhere in town. Take a tour of some of the homes, if the tours are still offered. There is also a weekly market that is fun.
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bilmo
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02/21/12 03:53pm |
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RE: Patzcuaro to Butterflies
I was just looking at the Churches' site for their Guide to Mexican Camping update info, www.rollinghomes.com and there were some updates on RV parking in the butterfly area.
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bilmo
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02/19/12 08:36pm |
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RE: want to rv in Mexico. is it safe?
Fortunately we have been able to travel through every state in Mexico with our 5W(s). Took us 12 winters. Our first trip we were somewhat apprehensive and thought about caravaning to San Carlos, but we don't play well with others. We decide to get our feet wet by doing Baja. We had a great time, lots of adventures and some misadventure (5W fell into a s**thole--an experience we'll never forget!), met wonderful people. The highways were not as good as they are now. Next year it was Rocky Point and then down the west coast. Even then there were places to avoid because of drug trafficing, so you just avoid them. We are no longer party animals, so don't go the the places where it is easier to get into trouble. Situational awareness is the key and that is true anywhere in the world. Some folks don't have it and those are the ones more apt to get into problems (think large handbag or camera case over the shoulder). In the end, you may get hit with a falling piece of satellite trash--there are over 17,000 piece of it that are being tracked right now! Something for you to worry about too--keep looking up.
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bilmo
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02/17/12 01:21pm |
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RE: Video published by Sonora Mexico
They take your dog food when you go into Mexico,; thought it was the other way around? Regardless, PP has changed so much since we were there last--probably 15 years ago! Bet the RV parks are still cramped. We had a great time there. Best food discovery was advocado halves stuff with shrimp, grated carrots and celery with ranch style dressing.
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02/15/12 10:11am |
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RE: Confiscation at the border
I don't know if it varies from time to time or administration to administration, but some of the Mexican states have agricultural inspections. Know we had potatoes taken one year going to Baja Sur and going into Campeche they tried to take our pork products, however, I was extremely tired since the CG we wanted to stay in had closed without notice and we went on to Isla Aguada. When we got stopped at the ag checkpoint and the inspector went into our freezer and took out our bacon, I exploded! I must have terrified him since he put the bacon back and waved us on. Another couple in the CG had their bacon taken so we shared ours. Our fault for not knowing the rules. Last visit when we came back to the US, we were run through secondary and inspected by no less than six guys and a dog. We were terrible; DW forgot about four eggs and a potato. took them 45 minutes to toss us. Meanwhile there was a line of truck from Mexico that was two hours long. I'll take going SOB over going NOB any day.
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bilmo
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01/08/12 09:55am |
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RE: Devil's Backbone, a New Record for Mexico
Did it one year from the Durango side to Maz. Very interesting. Probably was a beautiful drive, but I didn't dare take my eyes off what road was in front of me. As I remember, there was only one spot where we could pull off the road for a break. Forget the name of the village we came to after the worst part of the drive, but had no brakes and it was still downhill! Managed to stop and was the instant attraction of the day. Fortunately there was a parts store and a mechanic available. On our way in an hour at the cost of $10--lots of smiles. We have always been willingly helped whenever a problem popped up in our Mexican travels. The new highway will be great.
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bilmo
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01/06/12 08:19pm |
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RE: Mail forwarding
Have tried many ways and most of them unsuccessful. DHL lost our mail in La Paz. Made the mistake of having our meds shipped in SMA--paid though the nose for duties. However SMA is the only place that we have been able to get mail reliably. Like SMA there are a couple of other locations where the mail service drives to a border town and picks up the mail and brings it into Mexico. When along the border, we have just gone back to the US for our mail on a day trip. Mexican mail is not very good. Have received stuff we mail six to ten months after it was mailed from Mexico. Know folks have been able to make connections with folks coming from the US and have them bring the mail down. Could go to the SKP forums and ask for this help.
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bilmo
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01/02/12 09:57am |
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RE: Caravan Report
Wheneven we ran into a caravan or a caravan ran into us, I would always try to cut out a few caravaners and tried to show them how they could go it alone. They, of course, had no idea that Church's Guide to Mexican Camping existed or Guia Roja. Manage to break up a few caravans. Best was in Alamos when the wagonmaster had his charges all round him, feeding them a big line of BS. I was at our site behind him facing the caravaners. I would shake my head yes or no at his comments. Had several come visit us during that evening. There had been a lot of unrest in the group when they arrrived and they broke into three lots and a couple of solos when they left. I was so happy!
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bilmo
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12/26/11 11:46am |
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RE: What's your favorite RV park?
Afraid to mention a favorite since two of ours have closed (La Siesta in SMA and San Pedrito in Todos Santos). Third favorite is Bahia Escondida Hotel and Resort just south of Monterrey. It is rarely visited in the winter and the resort has a ghost town quality. Still have a pool and restaurant open. We visit qtla9111 and our dentists. Monerrey is fun and there are great restaurants everywhere. Horsetail Falls are nearby and the area abounds with wonderful scenery.
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bilmo
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10/18/11 04:34pm |
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RE: R.V. type and size
Not going to help you much, but we have had a 35', 37' and 39' 5W in Mexico and have traveled through every state in Mexico. Biggest problem is knowing exactly where you are going. Took a morning to get turned around in a deadend area, but we provided entertainment for the local folks who were helpful.
We are fulltime RVers and our house goes wherever we go. Just take it slow. Have a pre 2007 PU so we don't worry about the ultra low sulfur diesel. Our previous PU was a crewcab dually long bed. Went with single rear wheels and an extended cab. You pay more for tolls with the dually and they are banned from some downtown areas as a truck. Also two less tires to feed.
Used to sell RVs and the most difficult question a customer would ask was "What kind of RV do I need?" Short answer was to make of list of pros and cons for your lifestyle, needs and wants versus what you have to spend--then it will still weigh too much! Lots of used equipment on the market right now especially with winter approaching.
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bilmo
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10/17/11 12:26pm |
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RE: VeraCruz Violence
Guess I have a problem with some attitudes on both sides of this equation--which to date has no solution that we see.
1. The NOB drug demand fuels most of it.
2. Because of their power, money and fear, the cartels or cartel wantabes have a strangle hold on great numbers of people. This is on both sides of the border.
3. The Mexican and US governments are ineffective in fighting the cartels. (Legalize drugs.) People from Alcapulco have just petitioned the government to bring security to their streets. What does that tell you?
4. Regardless of who is killed be it drug kingpins, drug runners, petty criminals, children, illegal immigrants from Honduras, people in a crossfire between the army or cops or cartel member (sometimes you cannot tell one side from the other): IT IS STILL MURDER! Why is eight deaths a day in Juarez acceptable to many? Does anyone every get prosecuted for these crimes?
We will return to Mexico--not this year. Will see what happens after the next election. We want to go back to spending our winters in Mexico, but we are not dying to do so. This is our choice based on what is currently happening. We love Mexico and the people, but as fulltimers RVers where we carry our entire world with us, unfortunately we think the risk is too high for us.
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bilmo
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09/22/11 11:26am |
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RE: San Miguel de Allende
Jonna, actually we first met you all in Belize at the Idlewild RV Park (?) near San Ignacio, I think. This is one of the reasons I love this forum. We're still connected!
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bilmo
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09/13/11 06:27pm |
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