Visited Mexico for 10 days. Great experience. Scene is quieter but worthwhile. Pricing up slightly.
Spent $80/day. Best part: friendliness.
Overall: 7.5/10. Would return.
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Currency tips for Mexico — ATM vs exchange
Started by YorkshireLad · 14 Mar 2026 · 953 views
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14 Mar 2026 at 12:12
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try going during the week.
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15 Mar 2026 at 14:02
I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
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16 Mar 2026 at 07:48
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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17 Mar 2026 at 23:33
Great report! Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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19 Mar 2026 at 20:14
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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20 Mar 2026 at 08:03
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try going during the week.
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20 Mar 2026 at 21:31
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has shifted a bit recently.
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21 Mar 2026 at 16:06
Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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23 Mar 2026 at 12:45
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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23 Mar 2026 at 19:55
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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24 Mar 2026 at 22:50
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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25 Mar 2026 at 00:59
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Great report! Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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26 Mar 2026 at 21:05
This matches my experience. Mexico is one of my favorites.
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26 Mar 2026 at 22:53
I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?
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27 Mar 2026 at 19:58
Good info. I'd add that the morning is the best time to go.
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What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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