What not to do when going to Mexico?

What NOT to Do in Mexico
  1. Don't assume that Mexico is a dangerous hellhole.
  2. Don't spend your whole trip at the beach.
  3. Don't go to public toilets empty-handed.
  4. Don't drink Coronas the whole time.
  5. Don't use regular sunscreen.
  6. Don't only speak English.
  7. Don't feel pressure to visit ruins if they're not your thing.


What to beware of in Mexico?

Safety
  • Avoid protests and large public gatherings. These can become violent. ...
  • Mexico has a high risk of violent crime, such as murder, armed robbery, sexual assault and kidnapping. ...
  • Kidnapping and extortion are serious risks. ...
  • Drug-related violence is widespread. ...
  • Hurricanes and earthquakes are common in Mexico.


What to avoid in Mexico so you don't get sick?

Eat with Care
  • Eat your meals cooked well done and served hot.
  • Avoid street vendors that prepared their food at home.
  • Look for the crowds. Let's face it, we're not going to completely avoid hole-in-the-wall taco stands. ...
  • Avoid eating in the markets. ...
  • Be judicious with fruits and vegetables.


What should I do before traveling to Mexico?

8 Practical Tips to Know Before Travel to Mexico
  • Pick the Right Trip. Mexico is an exciting place that offers a lot of unique cultural experiences and gorgeous sights to behold. ...
  • Learn Some Basic Spanish. ...
  • Check the Weather. ...
  • Don't Stress About Safety. ...
  • Get Insured. ...
  • Don't Drink the Water in Mexico. ...
  • Pay with Pesos. ...
  • Use a VPN.


What food and drink to avoid in Mexico?

  • Never drink tap water.
  • Never eat things washed with tap water (fruits, vegetables, ice made with tap water, etc.)
  • Never eat food that has not been cooked thoroughly.
  • Avoid raw seafood, undercooked eggs, and any meat that is not completely cooked. ...
  • Avoid unwashed produce or any produce with visible dirt on it.


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What are the risks of traveling to Mexico?

Criminal groups and drug cartels are present in tourist areas. Inter-gang and cartel fighting has taken place in restaurants, hotels and nightclubs frequented by tourists. Innocent bystanders have been injured or killed. You may be in the wrong place at the wrong time and become a victim of violent crime.

What areas to avoid in Mexico?

Exercise Increased Caution When Traveling To:
  • Aguascalientes state due to crime.
  • Baja California Sur state due to crime.
  • Chiapas state due to crime.
  • Coahuila state due to crime.
  • Hidalgo state due to crime.
  • Mexico City due to crime.
  • Mexico State due to crime.
  • Nayarit state due to crime.


What is the safest city in Mexico?

1. Merida. Widely acknowledged as the safest city in Mexico (and even Latin America), your biggest safety concern in Mérida will probably be the busy traffic.


What is not allowed in Mexico?

Turtle eggs. Poppy seeds or flour of poppy seeds. Marijuana, medicinal marijuana, marijuana products, marijuana seeds or spores, or marijuana extracts. Opium extract.

How can I protect my stomach in Mexico?

In Mexico you can drink:
  1. Sealed bottled water.
  2. Water that has been disinfected.
  3. Ice made with bottled or disinfected water.
  4. Carbonated drinks.
  5. Hot coffee or tea.
  6. Pasteurized milk.
  7. In Latin American, coconut milk is deemed a panacea for every conceivable stomach ailment, and then some.


Can I brush my teeth in Mexico?

Although there will be some bacteria in the water from the tap it is fine to brush your teeth with, even if you are at a place where you can't drink the tap water.


How much is a good tip in Mexico?

It's up to you how much you tip, but the recommended amount in Mexico is between 10% – 20% (15% is a good standard in tourist areas) of the bill or ticket price.

How much do you tip a maid in Mexico?

Tip the maids a $3-5 every day when staying in a resort or private home or condo. Although, if you're staying at a premier villa with full time staff included it is customary to tip the maids/staff $5-10 per person/per day. Tip between 15-20% of total bill. Tip between 15-20% of total bill.

Should you pay in pesos or dollars in Mexico?

The short answer is use pesos! Most businesses will take U.S. dollars, but it's better to convert your currency to pesos. You'll get better deals and it is the currency of Mexico. Many people get pesos from their bank at home before travel.


How do you not get diarrhea in Mexico?

You can take steps to avoid travelers' diarrhea
  1. Choose food and drinks carefully. Eat only foods that are cooked and served hot. Avoid food that has been sitting on a buffet. ...
  2. Wash your hands. Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after using the bathroom and before eating.


Why do I get diarrhea when I go to Mexico?

It's possible that traveler's diarrhea may stem from the stress of traveling or a change in diet. But usually infectious agents — such as bacteria, viruses or parasites — are to blame. You typically develop traveler's diarrhea after ingesting food or water contaminated with organisms from feces.

What helps diarrhea after visiting Mexico?

Drink canned fruit juices, weak tea, clear soup, decaffeinated soda or sports drinks to replace lost fluids and minerals. Later, as your diarrhea improves, try a diet of easy-to-eat complex carbohydrates, such as salted crackers, bland cereals, bananas, applesauce, dry toast or bread, rice, potatoes, and plain noodles.


What not to say in Mexico?

11 Things Tourists Should Never Say in Mexico City
  • “I'll have a Tecate, please.”
  • “Le voy al América.” (I support Club América [a Mexican football team].)
  • “I'm American.”
  • “I love South America!”
  • “Una quesadilla sin queso, por favor.” (A cheeseless quesadilla, please.)
  • “I love burritos!”
  • “Do you speak Mexican?”


Can you shower in Mexico water?

Yes — The water is absolutely safe to shower in. In fact, I've had a shower in Mexico everyday since moving to the country in 2018, and I'm 100% fine!

What are some taboos in Mexico?

Don'ts
  • Never criticise the Virgin of Guadalupe or say anything about her that could be perceived as a slight (see Catholicism in Mexico under Religion).
  • Do not stereotype Mexicans as 'narcotraficantes' (drug traffickers) or heavy drug consumers.


What can make you sick in Mexico?

Often people will blame the water in Mexico for certain bouts of sickness when what is really the issue is over-indulgence in regards to alcohol and food. Keep in mind that salty, spicy foods and alcohol dehydrate you and so it is important that you compensate more thoroughly.

What can you not do in Mexican culture?

Things You Should Never Do in Mexico, Ever
  • Don't drink the water.
  • Don't drink on the street.
  • Don't reach for the hot sauce.
  • Don't be impatient.
  • Don't forget to tip.
  • Don't criticize Mexican food.
  • Don't miss out on the markets.
  • Don't flash your valuables.


What states to avoid in Mexico?

Places in Mexico Americans should reconsider traveling to:
  • Baja California state – crime and kidnapping.
  • Chihuahua state – crime and kidnapping.
  • Durango state – crime.
  • Guanajuato state – crime and kidnapping.
  • Jalisco state – crime and kidnapping.
  • Morelos state – crime.
  • Sonora state – crime and kidnapping.


Where do most Americans live in Mexico?

Lake Chapala: Mexico's Largest Expat Hotspot

Lake Chapala is Mexico's largest lake, and the surrounding area is also home to the largest concentration of U.S. expats in the world.

Where to live cheap in Mexico?

7x Cheapest Places To Live in Mexico For Digital Nomads
  • Valladolid, Yucatan – starting from $950 USD.
  • Santiago de Queretaro – starting from $1,000 USD.
  • San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas – starting from $1,100 USD/month.
  • Puebla, Mexico- starting from $1,150 USD.
  • Guadalajara, Jalisco – starting from $1,200 USD.