Planning first trip to General Information. Need advice on:
1. Best area to stay
2. Daily budget
3. Safety concerns
4. Online vs in person?
5. Duration - thinking 7 days
Tips appreciated.
Mexico 5-day itinerary — my recommendations
Started by DesertRat · 25 Mar 2026 · 344 views
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Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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27 Mar 2026 at 09:43
This matches my experience. Mexico is a solid destination.
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27 Mar 2026 at 13:45
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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27 Mar 2026 at 19:07
100% agree. The variety there is hard to beat.
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27 Mar 2026 at 20:16
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found downtown to be better.
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28 Mar 2026 at 00:28
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to book your hotel in advance.
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