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Mexico
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Bargaining
In street markets bargaining is expected, although the price may or may not come
down. You can always give it a try by asking "cuánto es lo menos." Bottom line:
If you think the price is fair, it probably is.
Dress
In most big cities, dress is casual but nice. The truth is you won’t see many
shorts and sandals on Mexico City streets. The standard traveler’s
recommendation of wearing clothes in layers applies in Mexico as the climate
varies, sometimes from hour to hour.
If you’re spending your time at the beach, shorts and tank tops are perfectly
acceptable. Going topless is frowned upon by locals on most Mexican beaches.
Language
Spanish is spoken all over Mexico, except in some indigenous communities where
the native language or dialect is still dominant. Expect to hear English only in
very touristy areas. Knowing a little Spanish, even just please (por favor) and
thank you (gracias), helps a lot.
Phones
Most pay phones in Mexico require phone cards, which you can buy in 30, 50, or
100 peso denominations at most pharmacies and newsstands. Just slide the card in
and dial the number. As you talk the money is deducted from the card. Just don’t
forget to withdraw the card after your conversation if money remains on the
card.
Pay phones that accept change do still exist. Look for coin symbols on the phone
or a sign saying: teléfono de moneda.
The country code for Mexico is 52. Cellular phones in Mexico City must begin
with 044, though if you are calling a cell phone outside of the city leave off
that code.
Postal service
The postal service in Mexico has a bad reputation. You can take your
chances, or use one of the package services (Fed Ex, DHL, MexPost, etc.).
Tipping
Tipping in Mexico is very common, with about 10 to 15 percent being the norm in
restaurants and bars.
Other services such as parking attendants (informal and formal), trash pick up,
gas station attendants, baggage handlers, etc. expect a tip of anywhere from a
few pesos on up depending on the service provided.
Remember: Many people who appear to be working for a wage may be receiving a
very small amount, if anything.
Miscellaneous
Bring along toilet paper or a small package of tissues. Many bathrooms in gas
stations, bus stations, etc. are not well supplied.
On the beach at Puerto Escondido but not on the streets of a colonial city.
A doorway in Durango
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