Mexico Travel Information
Language: Spanish is not the official language of Mexico, but for legislative purposes it is. The law of Linguistic Rights establishes Spanish as a national language, along with 63 indigenous languages. Spanish is widely spoken in Mexico.
Currency: The Mexican Peso (sign: $; code: MXN)
Best Time to Go: October – April (Best weather). Cheapest Time to Visit: May- November.
Plugs: Northern American Standard.
Safety: I believe Mexico is like most countries, but you do need to take precautions and read the latest travel advisory. Uber is now available in Mexico adds accessibility and safety for us travelers. 911 is for Emergency contact. Great read Great Travel Scams by Expertvagabond
Entry: Passport. Visa is valid up to 180 days. Keep mindful of directions, walk like a local, and find out the nearest Police Station. Group tours is the best option for safety concern.
ATM & CREDIT CARDS: You can use most major credit cards in Mexico. Make sure your use the Atms inside Bank branches. Do not use credit cards at Gas stations due to phony scams. Use a money converter to understand the currency exchange.
Tipping in Mexico: If you see “Propina” on your bill means the gratuity was added. If not, under 10% is reasonable depending of the party size and location.
