I’m “Mexican American” and love going to Mexico. I’m fluent in Spanish and look like any other Mexican when I visit and no one has targeted or have come across any crime issues. Most of the crime is bad guys against bad guys, cartels against cartels. A lot of the things people say even by local people are blown outta proportion, it’s always my friend’s, friend’s cousin was this or that, it’s mostly always something that didn’t happen to them personally and most of the time it’s because there’s in someway involved with the bad guys. Not saying everything is perfect and things don’t happen but most people are safe, apart from the petty theft you mentioned but that can happen anywhere and can easily be avoided most of the time. Pretty much Everything else you said is true, I don’t usually drink tap water here in states without a filter either way so the water thing is not an issue, heck who likes to drink water that tastes like chlorine Lol. Mexico is a beautiful country with wonderful friendly people, the good definitely outweighs the bad. I’ve come across the corrupt cops a couple times over the years but I have faith in the current president and I know he’s fighting corruption in all levels, it’s no easy task but I have faith. Two of my biggest issues is the trash and stray dogs, I love nature and hate seeing trash especially out in nature or the country side. I love dogs and breaks my heart seeing some of the malnourished stray dogs but I’ve come across a lot of very happy dogs down there. Your videos on Mexico were very informative and you took us on some beautiful places not known by many and have inspired me to eventually get an RV and why not venture into Mexican RVing, definitely will take your advice on smaller us better though. Hope you eventually return to Mexico. Good luck on all your new adventures across the USA and everywhere else you plan on traveling.
@@freedomspeech9523 I'm pretty white and speak only basic to intermediate Spanish. My experience in many months of travelling in Mexico was pretty similar. The positives vastly outweighed the few negatives.
Muy atinado y franco tus comentario estimado Guillermo Saludos desde Torreon Coah. Mexico Honests and straight comments Guillermo Best Regards from Mexico I,m a RVier...
I'm mexican, your comments are 100% honest and sincere. You're right. Thank you for visit our country. 95% of the people in the word are good people. Greetings.
13:46 I appreciate that a lot. Mexico is a beautiful country. It's not perfect, but there still good people. I lost my wallet in Merida, Yuc. as I was going to pay a bill. I never expected to get it back as I had over 1000 pesos. You're not going to believe it, but a man and his daughter found it and brought it back to me. I offered him the money in my wallet, he said no. He said my reaction was his reward ( I started crying like a crazy person). I've been here 10 yrs. and, thankfully, I've had nothing but good experiences. I'm actually considering getting an RV and exploring more. Thank you for visiting Mexico and your videos.
Again...thank-you for these videos. They are informative and entertaining but most importantly, honest. They provide excellent insight into the great beauty of the country, it's many cultures and it's people. We can confirm all that you say about about rving in Mexico. We've criss-crossed your route and several others in a large diesel pusher, a diesel truck and large camper during the past 15 years but more recently in a new diesel rig simlar to yours. 0 fuel problems in Mexico ...0 road rage, one or two encounters with corrupt police but several more with honest and helpful officers, including being escorted to our "lost" destination. Many in large rigs opt for the rv equivalent of "fly and flop" and so miss most of what the country has to offer. These two young folks have harnessed their spirit of adventure and as can be seen in their first few videos have chosen to not let fear of the unknown that travelling in a foreign place and culture so naturally raises deprive them of the great adventure and education that rving in a foreign land brings. Bless you guys in your future travels and we will continue to follow along hoping we will meet along the way in Mexico. Muchos Gracias!
We bought waterproof bags that we could put our credit cards keys and phones so we could take them in the water with us swimming. We use the for kayaking and Paddle boarding as well.
Great information. Thank you. Love your videos. Just bought you travel guide Looking forward to taking the my new Winnebago Ekko to Mexico. Thank you again.
Excellent video. I agree with all of your points. I have Rvd as a single older woman in Mexico and felt safe that was my experience. I did just drive from Nogales to San Miguel de Allende to rent a casa for a different experience. It is a beautiful and fascinating country with lovely people.
Thank you for your vision on what rig I may want to bring down. It really makes sense to have something manoeuvrable and something that can safely get on and off the beach.
For those wanting to travel to Mexico I would say this is an invaluable source of information. I've thoroughly enjoyed your adventures and feel I've learnt a lot. Travel safe- where ever you go! 💖 🙏 🌷 🙋♀️
You nailed it. I live in Huatulco and everything you said is true. I have drove between here and the U.S. without issues, other than topes, lol. I can’t imagine driving a class A down here. The mountain roads can be scary, and sometimes barely passable in a car, but I can see larger rigs going to some area’s especially the Baja. Your Mexico series is wonderful and really caught the vibe of Mexico. I encourage people to come to Mexico it’s a big country, and like the U.S. it has areas to avoid, but so many more areas to enjoy.
When you said “international travel isn’t for everyone” and to expect things as they are and not as they ‘should be’ like your home country- you are totally correct! When I traveled and lived in India MANY years ago I often wondered how the ppl could tolerate the trash and garbage. It was unsettling and something I finally could ‘look past’ as I became more in love w/the Indian ppl and culture. I love the Mexican culture and their ppl- I pray one day their government will provide them w/an honest and safe country replete w/sanitation infrastructure they need and can enjoy. Good job kids -as always on an informative vid.❤️🇲🇽
@@Cecikim100 That is what you think, unfortunately he is way more corrupt. Tell me where do you see his honesty.....? just yesterday at his morning Circus he invited PRI congress men to make an alliance at the lower camera in orden to reform the constitution. You have no idea on what you said, AMLO is much more corrupt than anyone in the whole modern history of México. You are so naive.
I paid off a ticket in Mexico for $30 when I ran a stop sign South of Cancun.. It was interesting.. He had no intention of wanting to write me a ticket lol
I appreciate your comments about not being judgemental when travelling abroad and take it as an opportunity to learn about a different way of life. But when you criticize the police, or the trash, etc. please realize that these same problems are found in virtually every city in the US.
Thanks Ralph. We shared what we noticed so it doesn't catch others off guard when they visit. And just because it happens in Mexico doesn't mean we don't realize it can't and doesn't happen elsewhere lol. Thank you both for watching!
Great job, and sorry to see your Mexico travels end. As Americans living in Mexico, your vids have added to our bucket list. Hope to see you again sometime, either here in the Riviera Maya or elsewhere. Oh, and our firsthand experience in driving from Houston to Playa Del Carmen, then within QRoo and the Yucatan has been problem free. Never stopped, never hassled, always welcomed. 👏👍
Some notes on this: Pemex is not going to supply that kind of Diesel until 2024. The actual way of asking for it in Mexico is "DUBA" or doo-bah Diesel. Note that regarding your engine, the only difference ULSD and regular disesel is that the first is cleaner with the environment. Your engine would not get any damage for using Pemex Diesel whatsoever. The water that comes from most public sources IS potable, the problem for tourists is that they don't have the proper symbiotic relations with the local bacteria, so they must stick to purified water. The main reason Mexicans don't drink tap water is because it tastes bad due to chlorine and dissolved salts. Regarding not being flashy, it all depends on wich part of the country you are visiting. You can totally leave your RV parked on a random spot and stay away from iot all day on Campeche, but doing it in places like Monterrey or Acapulco is just giving freebies to the local thiefs. Mexico is safe, but some states are clearly marked as no-go zones and people should really be concious about that.
I said this my friends , you guys went to places that not all of us will venture and you made it , I been in places that other people say , are you crazy things like that , but one thing I learn from experience the greatest thing Mexico has , is the people most are real nice and friendly willing to help you whit anything you ask , saludos mis amigos Liz and Denis
Thanks for sharing lots of good info. Enjoy coming along on your travels thanks for sharing. I've had opportunities to visit Mexico in the past,I did go once.
I driving been every year to Mexico 🇲🇽 in My Rv an old ( 1993 fleetwood class C ) from LA to Huatulco bay Oaxaca and thanks god nothing are happening to me and my wife it’s been very great experience. Just don’t use secondary roads or used just if it’s necessary avoid driving at night this is very important can dangerous stop to rest just at truck stops there’s are a ton of those along the route my complaint is that tollbooths are expensive but other than this is safe and fun. I’m traveling next year January 3rd 2025 from Covina to Oaxaca in case someone wants to travel together 👍
I should point out a few inaccuracies or dated items. We run RV Caravans in Mexico. ULSD diesel is almost universal now. This is quite recent. We have monitored DEF consumption which is a good indicator, and it is normal. Pumps are not usually marked as they say. I have found plenty of parks with 30 Amp, there are only 2 I am aware of with 50 Amp. Electricity is marginal and it is actually too low a voltage that causes the most issues. You can buy a Sola Basic 4000 Voltage Regulator to correct it. (about $250) but you have to wire them up. I do not recommend the Hughes autoformer as it does not correct high voltage. Overall, this is great video. As they say smaller is better. Those with larger rigs may want to use a caravan to learn the ropes and where you can safely travel.
I'm glad you have talked about this. We are more interested in RVing in Mexico now than before watching your videos from Mexico and this video in particular.
Thanks guys! That pretty much matches our experiences traveling through Mexico. Well done! One thing though regarding Truckcampers. There is a wheight limit of 7716 pounds or 3,5t. We had been turned back on our first attempt getting a TIP. We have a 1ton truck. The second time round and on another crossing they mad an exception and we had to get permission from customs for an overweight vehicle in order to get our TIP. Happy trails!
I forgot to tell you while my mom was there she bought a blanket from.one of the people over there. It’s a nice blanket too! Have a great evening and see you both soon!
You said you weren’t experts; however, you have some awesome Mexico travel experience. So, you are at least “advanced” if not experts. Everyone needs to remember people are people no matter where you are in the world. There is good and bad all over the world. Kind of interested to hear your summer plans.
I have to say, super impressive the journey you've gone on. While I'm not sure I'd be comfortable doing mexico, lots of inspiration. I've just been given a green light to go WFH permanently and the idea of taking a small nomad trip sounds very exciting. Just need good internet. Wish you the best and thanks for putting this all out there.
I'm sure 30 years from now you will still remember this time. Your videos were very informative and I'm sure made many of us wonder maybe Mexico? I think the best way to do a trip like this is safety in numbers, do it with another couple or couples. I see a future business for you maybe, RV guide service through Mexico, I would sign up for it :). BIG THANKS for an awesome series. Enjoy the road and stay safe
Thanks for this great info. I also want to share one substantial issue: temporary importation of the RV. If you don’t do your homework and bring all of the correct original documents and copies, you could find yourself unable to proceed. There are many sites to get information. Also, know the lay of the land at the point of crossing. Laredo works much differently than Eagle Pass or Nogales, and road conditions can be completely different. We crossed at Eagle Pass, and while easy, the roads were lousy and immigration was 45 minutes into the country; however it’s known as one of the safer crossings in Texas.
Thanks for being real about Mexico...Street dogs, trash, and people trying to sell me stuff all the time would tear at my heartstrings constantly. I don't think I could enjoy myself because I would be thinking about those issues too much. Even seeing that dog walk up to you on the beach in one video, I thought about how could I possibly walk away from it knowing it has no home? But I'm sure one would have to do that a lot there.
Yes you would. Removing yourself from the situation and realize you alone can't change everything and find ways to accept and improve what you can helps us!
I loved the way that you embrace my culture. My mom is from Matehuala, My father from Oaxaca, I was born and educated in Saltillo and Houston. I worked around 12 of the Mexican States as an Engineer. I live in the States, I go every 3 months on short vacations to Mex.. I drive, so I know a lot of info. If you need anything of information, do not hesitate to ask. I am happy to tell you first hand and personal experience about what I know. If you are ever in my hometown Saltillo, I 'll be happy to show you around the "Little Switzerland" and other things. My house is your house, if I am at that time in Saltillo, you can stay at my home. Look at the video "Saltillo es otra cosa" here in RUclips. Thanks for the Great videos and info.
@@EatSeeRV Anytime. By the way, In the outskirts of Saltillo, going to Matehuala, you can find "THE LITTLE SWITZERLAND" Bosques de Montereal, Here are the 2 videos . ruclips.net/video/Sj8HMehgzno/видео.html ruclips.net/video/X1uIoDumt7g/видео.html Kind regards.
Wow, such an informed and thorough video. Well done, guys! Your videos definitely inspire us to learn Spanish and explore Mexico more, whether we take an RV or not. Thanks for a great series! Can't wait to see what you do next.
Terrific video! I love that you take ownership of leaving your belongings out at the Cenote. I think some would not have owned that as their mistake 👍🏽 Your videos are very informative, thank you for sharing as I am planning my travels for Nov.
@@EatSeeRV I'm planning on driving my outback to see some Backcountry. I have some trekking gear so hopefully do some hiking of remote mountains. I just started standup paddle boarding so hopefully do some of that and surfing 🌊. I was wondering if the remote areas would be ok to venture off into these areas. Thanks for the information in the video ! Im gonna watch all your videos now love the information
Disculpa por los mexicanos me da mucha pena, queremos ser cada día mejor y mostrarle al mundo que estamos orgullosos por nuestra gran civilización. Saludos.
Thank you so much Dennis and Liz for speaking the truth on your trip to Mexico. My mom went to Tijuana and saw people selling all kinds of stuff. This was over 25 years ago. It might not have changed. Not sure how it is there today. But thank you for saying how it was there for you considering what happened. It’s good to see Dennis feeling better. Glad he is feeling better. Looking forward to watching another video. So see you soon. Take care.
12:24 Like a lowly sicario from any cartel would care or be concerned about international relations, that's a common misconception foreigners have, if you get in their way or find yourself at the wrong place at the wrong time sicarios are not going to ask for your passport. The simple truth is that Cartels as a whole do not target people whom are not involved in organized crime, so for the most part in Mexico you are safe from Cartel violence because you are not part of it and that applies to everyone. Amazing and very informative video btw.
Thank you, you make a good point. Tourists are caught in misfire for being in the wrong place wrong time. So yes best not to participate in any criminal activity the cartel might have their hand in!
Good tips: don't drive at night.. do get a double fuel filter so that the dust does not clog your carburetor...unscrew your license plate and keep one of them in your front windshield and stash the second one. Police will often unscrew your plates until you "settle up accounts". Also, discretely pass the 20 dollar bribe with a handshake, on the spot. It will cost ten times that if you want to take the problem to the station house, The Big Guy takes a Big Cut, and there will be more hands that will need to be greased, and finally, keep in mind the old expression that "the map is NOT the territory"...it takes all day in order to drive clear across Mexico City...so work around that one. Hope that may help some of you. Mexico and the folks there are friendly, smart, ingenious and industrious. Respect will get you what money may not. I was having lunch in Merida when a young gringo couple came in and ordered the same meal which I had ordered from a bilingual menu. They went "Karen" on a brother as I left my table and slowly approached their table. Their eyeballs were shooting daggers at me. Gringos help out gringos. I mentioned that I heard them order beans and rice for ten bucks. I politely explained to them that I had ordered frjoles and arrow (which is, of course beans rice), but that because they had ordered in English the printed price was twice what I was paying. We had a good laugh about it. Safe Journeys and bring your manners with you..nice people♥️😎
I love the part you said , it’s stress , stress , stress , and then oh yeah this is why I came 😂😂😂, it’s so true , I really liked your video , I’m Mexican and you both described it perfectly
Thank you for sharing your experience. Thinking of actually retiring to Mexico and you guys have highlighted a lot of things I need to know and research more thank you very much
Thanks for the great trip through Mexico. Really enjoyed it. We want to snowbird to Mexico in our motorhome. We have been to Mexico many times by air and have always felt safe. Love the Mexican vibe.
I enjoyed your video a lot! I rented a car in Cancun to travel there for 8 days, they ripped me off for the rental in the end. The journey itself was so memorable. Would like to go back again maybe. Will you plan to go there again? or that's enough??? Thanks!!
Hey guys, I’m planning a Mexico RV trip this fall. I wanted to ask you if your van was gas or diesel and did you ever consider crossing the borders south into Guatamala? Cheers Jo
Awesome! Enjoy! This was a diesel vehicle, we have also RV'd Mexico in a gas vehicle too. We did not go further and did not want to in our size vehicle. It's 100% possible, but smaller is better in Guatemala
so true with the infrastructure on the trash removal on any developing countries. Shame, during my travels in East Asia, this is prevalent on the trash removal, even in the rural areas in China (major cities are excellent and clean). Developed countries in East Asia are South Korean, Japan and Taiwan where I do not see trash.
Not experts? I’ll listen to what you have to say because I watched you every week and learned lots just doing that. I had always wanted to go to Mexico but I had planned to hit the Baja peninsula but because of you and this trip I will go further. Ok so next week you tell us the next trip??? Please say Alaska, please, please. Hahahahaha ok I’ll watch anything. ❤️🇨🇦❤️ Cheers!!!
Great video guys! I do have a question, maybe I missed your video on where you mentioned the Yucatán peninsula as being bothered by vendors more. Where specifically was that? I know Quintana Roo is bad but haven’t experienced it more so in the Yucatán.
Hi ! I am planning a trip to Mexico and your video gave me exactly the kind of information I needed, so many thanks for that 🌻I am from Europe and my plan is to look for a van once I am in México to travel across the country for about 3 months. Do yo you know if buying or renting a van is easy? Which option would be the best? Thanks a lot !!
Great video. Been to Mexico just once and look forward again soon. Just curious and maybe there’s no short answer but when people drive to Mexico are you driving with your state side plates and Maybe no more than some kind of permit. ???
Thank you so much for all you are sharing. Having traveled a lot in Mexico(not in an RV), you have kept it real and I join in your perspective. I have to admit I will miss you not being down there, as I love it and will be returning for 6 months in November. You’re a great pair and keep these vlogs really interesting...
I reported a few bad cops while in Mexico, and our stay became a living hell soon afterwards. My rv was searched in every other town., even paying them la mordida didn't help at all. When we finally made it out of Mexico, and into the USA we found out someone installed a tracking device. The bad cops/military new where we were at all times. We were like their personal traveling ATM machine.
Is everything cash only, or were you able to navigate some areas more consistently with a credit/debit card. Would love the extra security of using credit
I’m “Mexican American” and love going to Mexico. I’m fluent in Spanish and look like any other Mexican when I visit and no one has targeted or have come across any crime issues. Most of the crime is bad guys against bad guys, cartels against cartels. A lot of the things people say even by local people are blown outta proportion, it’s always my friend’s, friend’s cousin was this or that, it’s mostly always something that didn’t happen to them personally and most of the time it’s because there’s in someway involved with the bad guys. Not saying everything is perfect and things don’t happen but most people are safe, apart from the petty theft you mentioned but that can happen anywhere and can easily be avoided most of the time. Pretty much Everything else you said is true, I don’t usually drink tap water here in states without a filter either way so the water thing is not an issue, heck who likes to drink water that tastes like chlorine Lol. Mexico is a beautiful country with wonderful friendly people, the good definitely outweighs the bad. I’ve come across the corrupt cops a couple times over the years but I have faith in the current president and I know he’s fighting corruption in all levels, it’s no easy task but I have faith. Two of my biggest issues is the trash and stray dogs, I love nature and hate seeing trash especially out in nature or the country side. I love dogs and breaks my heart seeing some of the malnourished stray dogs but I’ve come across a lot of very happy dogs down there. Your videos on Mexico were very informative and you took us on some beautiful places not known by many and have inspired me to eventually get an RV and why not venture into Mexican RVing, definitely will take your advice on smaller us better though. Hope you eventually return to Mexico. Good luck on all your new adventures across the USA and everywhere else you plan on traveling.
It helps that you look like a local. For white people not speaking Spanish... that's not the case.
nice comment Guillermo Ochoa
@@freedomspeech9523 I'm pretty white and speak only basic to intermediate Spanish. My experience in many months of travelling in Mexico was pretty similar. The positives vastly outweighed the few negatives.
Muy atinado y franco tus comentario estimado Guillermo
Saludos desde Torreon Coah. Mexico
Honests and straight comments Guillermo
Best Regards from Mexico
I,m a RVier...
Yes @Guillermo Ochoa The dog situation makes me incredibly sad and disappointed. This might cause me to stick only to tourist areas.
I'm mexican, your comments are 100% honest and sincere. You're right. Thank you for visit our country. 95% of the people in the word are good people. Greetings.
Saludos y gracias
13:46 I appreciate that a lot. Mexico is a beautiful country. It's not perfect, but there still good people. I lost my wallet in Merida, Yuc. as I was going to pay a bill. I never expected to get it back as I had over 1000 pesos. You're not going to believe it, but a man and his daughter found it and brought it back to me. I offered him the money in my wallet, he said no. He said my reaction was his reward ( I started crying like a crazy person). I've been here 10 yrs. and, thankfully, I've had nothing but good experiences. I'm actually considering getting an RV and exploring more. Thank you for visiting Mexico and your videos.
Again...thank-you for these videos. They are informative and entertaining but most importantly, honest. They provide excellent insight into the great beauty of the country, it's many cultures and it's people.
We can confirm all that you say about about rving in Mexico. We've criss-crossed your route and several others in a large diesel pusher, a diesel truck and large camper during the past 15 years but more recently in a new diesel rig simlar to yours. 0 fuel problems in Mexico ...0 road rage, one or two encounters with corrupt police but several more with honest and helpful officers, including being escorted to our "lost" destination.
Many in large rigs opt for the rv equivalent of "fly and flop" and so miss most of what the country has to offer. These two young folks have harnessed their spirit of adventure and as can be seen in their first few videos have chosen to not let fear of the unknown that travelling in a foreign place and culture so naturally raises deprive them of the great adventure and education that rving in a foreign land brings.
Bless you guys in your future travels and we will continue to follow along hoping we will meet along the way in Mexico. Muchos Gracias!
Thank you for watching.☺️
We bought waterproof bags that we could put our credit cards keys and phones so we could take them in the water with us swimming. We use the for kayaking and Paddle boarding as well.
Great information. Thank you. Love your videos. Just bought you travel guide Looking forward to taking the my new Winnebago Ekko to Mexico. Thank you again.
Having a Mexican - American husband helps with RV ing in Mexico , like this couple.
Neither of us are Mexican. I'm sure that helps though
Excellent video. I agree with all of your points. I have Rvd as a single older woman in Mexico and felt safe that was my experience. I did just drive from Nogales to San Miguel de Allende to rent a casa for a different experience. It is a beautiful and fascinating country with lovely people.
So amazing!
Great Información, thanks for Sharing, what's next for the channel?
We'll be sharing next week! Stay tuned 👍
Everytime we watch the intro of your videos it makes me want to quit everything and go full time travel 😌😌😌😌😌😌😌 you guys are awesome!!! Enjoy it
Thank you for your vision on what rig I may want to bring down. It really makes sense to have something manoeuvrable and something that can safely get on and off the beach.
I've done about 3-4 months of travel throughout Mexico on buses and I thought this video was excellent, informative and very thorough.
For those wanting to travel to Mexico I would say this is an invaluable source of information. I've thoroughly enjoyed your adventures and feel I've learnt a lot. Travel safe- where ever you go! 💖 🙏 🌷 🙋♀️
You nailed it. I live in Huatulco and everything you said is true. I have drove between here and the U.S. without issues, other than topes, lol. I can’t imagine driving a class A down here. The mountain roads can be scary, and sometimes barely passable in a car, but I can see larger rigs going to some area’s especially the Baja. Your Mexico series is wonderful and really caught the vibe of Mexico. I encourage people to come to Mexico it’s a big country, and like the U.S. it has areas to avoid, but so many more areas to enjoy.
So we'll put Robin! Thank you for encouraging people to focus on the beauty and diversity of Mexico 👏🏼
When you said “international travel isn’t for everyone” and to expect things as they are and not as they ‘should be’ like your home country- you are totally correct! When I traveled and lived in India MANY years ago I often wondered how the ppl could tolerate the trash and garbage. It was unsettling and something I finally could ‘look past’ as I became more in love w/the Indian ppl and culture. I love the Mexican culture and their ppl- I pray one day their government will provide them w/an honest and safe country replete w/sanitation infrastructure they need and can enjoy. Good job kids -as always on an informative vid.❤️🇲🇽
Than you for you good wishes for our country. We are hope now with our first honest presidente in decades!
@@Cecikim100 That is what you think, unfortunately he is way more corrupt. Tell me where do you see his honesty.....? just yesterday at his morning Circus he invited PRI congress men to make an alliance at the lower camera in orden to reform the constitution. You have no idea on what you said, AMLO is much more corrupt than anyone in the whole modern history of México.
You are so naive.
I paid off a ticket in Mexico for $30 when I ran a stop sign South of Cancun.. It was interesting.. He had no intention of wanting to write me a ticket lol
I appreciate your comments about not being judgemental when travelling abroad and take it as an opportunity to learn about a different way of life. But when you criticize the police, or the trash, etc. please realize that these same problems are found in virtually every city in the US.
I didn’t see it as criticism but simply reporting their experience.
Thanks Ralph. We shared what we noticed so it doesn't catch others off guard when they visit. And just because it happens in Mexico doesn't mean we don't realize it can't and doesn't happen elsewhere lol. Thank you both for watching!
@Joe Lopez I hate it here in the states too. Why not respect ones environment in every country? 🌺🌴👍
RVing in Mexico is absolutely crazy
Not really.
Great job, and sorry to see your Mexico travels end. As Americans living in Mexico, your vids have added to our bucket list. Hope to see you again sometime, either here in the Riviera Maya or elsewhere. Oh, and our firsthand experience in driving from Houston to Playa Del Carmen, then within QRoo and the Yucatan has been problem free. Never stopped, never hassled, always welcomed. 👏👍
Thank you 😊 for sharing your experience. It gives me what I need to plan in the future a trip down south to Baja California.
Awesome! Glad it's helpful
as they say, the good, the bad, and the ugly. such is life...no matter where you travel. thanks for producing such great quality videos.
Some notes on this: Pemex is not going to supply that kind of Diesel until 2024. The actual way of asking for it in Mexico is "DUBA" or doo-bah Diesel. Note that regarding your engine, the only difference ULSD and regular disesel is that the first is cleaner with the environment. Your engine would not get any damage for using Pemex Diesel whatsoever. The water that comes from most public sources IS potable, the problem for tourists is that they don't have the proper symbiotic relations with the local bacteria, so they must stick to purified water. The main reason Mexicans don't drink tap water is because it tastes bad due to chlorine and dissolved salts. Regarding not being flashy, it all depends on wich part of the country you are visiting. You can totally leave your RV parked on a random spot and stay away from iot all day on Campeche, but doing it in places like Monterrey or Acapulco is just giving freebies to the local thiefs. Mexico is safe, but some states are clearly marked as no-go zones and people should really be concious about that.
Great tips, insights, and advice. Thank you for sharing for others!
Very good information. I’ve driven from Minnesota to Guadalajara a few times and have felt safe. That being said we did not drive at night.
We live in Minneapolis for 5 months and travel around México for 7 months
I said this my friends , you guys went to places that not all of us will venture and you made it , I been in places that other people say , are you crazy things like that , but one thing I learn from experience the greatest thing Mexico has , is the people most are real nice and friendly willing to help you whit anything you ask , saludos mis amigos Liz and Denis
Thank you!
Thanks for sharing lots of good info. Enjoy coming along on your travels thanks for sharing. I've had opportunities to visit Mexico in the past,I did go once.
Well done explaining yourselves. Very quality information... salute
Gracias!
I driving been every year to Mexico 🇲🇽 in My Rv an old ( 1993 fleetwood class C ) from LA to Huatulco bay Oaxaca and thanks god nothing are happening to me and my wife it’s been very great experience.
Just don’t use secondary roads or used just if it’s necessary avoid driving at night this is very important can dangerous stop to rest just at truck stops there’s are a ton of those along the route my complaint is that tollbooths are expensive but other than this is safe and fun.
I’m traveling next year January 3rd 2025 from Covina to Oaxaca in case someone wants to travel together 👍
I should point out a few inaccuracies or dated items. We run RV Caravans in Mexico. ULSD diesel is almost universal now. This is quite recent. We have monitored DEF consumption which is a good indicator, and it is normal. Pumps are not usually marked as they say. I have found plenty of parks with 30 Amp, there are only 2 I am aware of with 50 Amp. Electricity is marginal and it is actually too low a voltage that causes the most issues. You can buy a Sola Basic 4000 Voltage Regulator to correct it. (about $250) but you have to wire them up. I do not recommend the Hughes autoformer as it does not correct high voltage. Overall, this is great video. As they say smaller is better. Those with larger rigs may want to use a caravan to learn the ropes and where you can safely travel.
Thanks for the updated clarifications! - D
Well done. you two nailed traveling in Mexico.
Thanks Jack
I'm glad you have talked about this. We are more interested in RVing in Mexico now than before watching your videos from Mexico and this video in particular.
Thanks guys! That pretty much matches our experiences traveling through Mexico. Well done! One thing though regarding Truckcampers. There is a wheight limit of 7716 pounds or 3,5t. We had been turned back on our first attempt getting a TIP. We have a 1ton truck. The second time round and on another crossing they mad an exception and we had to get permission from customs for an overweight vehicle in order to get our TIP. Happy trails!
Very helpful info for all the rest of us that have yet to RV travel in Mexico! Thanks again!
Thanks for the great videos, I’ve learned so much about Mexico from y’all!
So glad!
I forgot to tell you while my mom was there she bought a blanket from.one of the people over there. It’s a nice blanket too! Have a great evening and see you both soon!
Gotta walk the spiritual path with practical feet. Sad to experience rudeness anywhere ... but a visitor needs to be ultra polite. Muchima Gracias
Thank you! Great informative video!
You said you weren’t experts; however, you have some awesome Mexico travel experience. So, you are at least “advanced” if not experts. Everyone needs to remember people are people no matter where you are in the world. There is good and bad all over the world. Kind of interested to hear your summer plans.
I have to say, super impressive the journey you've gone on. While I'm not sure I'd be comfortable doing mexico, lots of inspiration. I've just been given a green light to go WFH permanently and the idea of taking a small nomad trip sounds very exciting. Just need good internet. Wish you the best and thanks for putting this all out there.
That was an "eXpecially" informative video. Thanks!
I'm sure 30 years from now you will still remember this time. Your videos were very informative and I'm sure made many of us wonder maybe Mexico? I think the best way to do a trip like this is safety in numbers, do it with another couple or couples. I see a future business for you maybe, RV guide service through Mexico, I would sign up for it :). BIG THANKS for an awesome series. Enjoy the road and stay safe
Yes you're right!
Thanks for this great info. I also want to share one substantial issue: temporary importation of the RV. If you don’t do your homework and bring all of the correct original documents and copies, you could find yourself unable to proceed. There are many sites to get information. Also, know the lay of the land at the point of crossing. Laredo works much differently than Eagle Pass or Nogales, and road conditions can be completely different. We crossed at Eagle Pass, and while easy, the roads were lousy and immigration was 45 minutes into the country; however it’s known as one of the safer crossings in Texas.
You can do this 95% by Internet now, a little complicated but try this. Then if you hit a snag, it does not ruin your trip.
Thanks for being real about Mexico...Street dogs, trash, and people trying to sell me stuff all the time would tear at my heartstrings constantly. I don't think I could enjoy myself because I would be thinking about those issues too much. Even seeing that dog walk up to you on the beach in one video, I thought about how could I possibly walk away from it knowing it has no home? But I'm sure one would have to do that a lot there.
Yes you would. Removing yourself from the situation and realize you alone can't change everything and find ways to accept and improve what you can helps us!
Fantastic vid - such a balanced viewpoint.
I loved the way that you embrace my culture. My mom is from Matehuala, My father from Oaxaca, I was born and educated in Saltillo and Houston. I worked around 12 of the Mexican States as an Engineer. I live in the States, I go every 3 months on short vacations to Mex.. I drive, so I know a lot of info. If you need anything of information, do not hesitate to ask. I am happy to tell you first hand and personal experience about what I know. If you are ever in my hometown Saltillo, I 'll be happy to show you around the "Little Switzerland" and other things. My house is your house, if I am at that time in Saltillo, you can stay at my home. Look at the video "Saltillo es otra cosa" here in RUclips. Thanks for the Great videos and info.
Thank you so much for the offer! That is so kind and generous.
@@EatSeeRV Anytime. By the way, In the outskirts of Saltillo, going to Matehuala, you can find "THE LITTLE SWITZERLAND" Bosques de Montereal, Here are the 2 videos .
ruclips.net/video/Sj8HMehgzno/видео.html ruclips.net/video/X1uIoDumt7g/видео.html
Kind regards.
Thank you so much for your informative video 💝
Glad you enjoyed it.
Thanks for watching!
Wow, such an informed and thorough video. Well done, guys! Your videos definitely inspire us to learn Spanish and explore Mexico more, whether we take an RV or not. Thanks for a great series! Can't wait to see what you do next.
Currently researching a trip from Florida through Mexico so we will be binge watching your channel :)
Important info here. Thank you
Glad you liked it!
Terrific video! I love that you take ownership of leaving your belongings out at the Cenote. I think some would not have owned that as their mistake 👍🏽 Your videos are very informative, thank you for sharing as I am planning my travels for Nov.
Enjoy you're trip! Are you going by RV, vehicle, or just backpacking with Airbnb or hotels?
@@EatSeeRV I'm planning on driving my outback to see some Backcountry. I have some trekking gear so hopefully do some hiking of remote mountains. I just started standup paddle boarding so hopefully do some of that and surfing 🌊. I was wondering if the remote areas would be ok to venture off into these areas. Thanks for the information in the video ! Im gonna watch all your videos now love the information
Great video guys,enjoyed everything about it, would just love to do the same type of thing.Thanks so much😊
Thanks! Very helpful!👍
Of course! Safe travels.
Disculpa por los mexicanos me da mucha pena, queremos ser cada día mejor y mostrarle al mundo que estamos orgullosos por nuestra gran civilización. Saludos.
Excellent presentation , down to earth , informative , objective .
Grate job,well said
Thank you so much Dennis and Liz for speaking the truth on your trip to Mexico. My mom went to Tijuana and saw people selling all kinds of stuff. This was over 25 years ago. It might not have changed.
Not sure how it is there today. But thank you for saying how it was there for you considering what happened. It’s good to see Dennis feeling better. Glad he is feeling better. Looking forward to watching another video. So see you soon. Take care.
12:24 Like a lowly sicario from any cartel would care or be concerned about international relations, that's a common misconception foreigners have, if you get in their way or find yourself at the wrong place at the wrong time sicarios are not going to ask for your passport.
The simple truth is that Cartels as a whole do not target people whom are not involved in organized crime, so for the most part in Mexico you are safe from Cartel violence because you are not part of it and that applies to everyone.
Amazing and very informative video btw.
Thank you, you make a good point. Tourists are caught in misfire for being in the wrong place wrong time. So yes best not to participate in any criminal activity the cartel might have their hand in!
Planning our first RVing trip to Mexico, love the book with so many practical tips.
Awesome! Yayy so fun 😊
Good tips: don't drive at night..
do get a double fuel filter so that the dust does not clog your carburetor...unscrew your license plate and keep one of them in your front windshield and stash the second one. Police will often unscrew your plates until you "settle up accounts".
Also, discretely pass the 20 dollar bribe with a handshake, on the spot.
It will cost ten times that if you want to take the problem to the station house, The Big Guy takes a Big Cut, and there will be more hands that will need to be greased, and finally, keep in mind the old expression that "the map is NOT the territory"...it takes all day in order to drive clear across Mexico City...so work around that one.
Hope that may help some of you.
Mexico and the folks there are friendly, smart, ingenious and industrious.
Respect will get you what money may not.
I was having lunch in Merida when a young gringo couple came in and ordered the same meal which I had ordered from a bilingual menu.
They went "Karen" on a brother as I left my table and slowly approached their table.
Their eyeballs were shooting daggers at me.
Gringos help out gringos.
I mentioned that I heard them order beans and rice for ten bucks.
I politely explained to them that I had ordered frjoles and arrow (which is, of course beans rice), but that because they had ordered in English the printed price was twice what I was paying. We had a good laugh about it.
Safe Journeys and bring your manners with you..nice people♥️😎
I love the part you said , it’s stress , stress , stress , and then oh yeah this is why I came 😂😂😂, it’s so true , I really liked your video , I’m Mexican and you both described it perfectly
Thank you for sharing your experience. Thinking of actually retiring to Mexico and you guys have highlighted a lot of things I need to know and research more thank you very much
Excellent presentation....filled with lots of great information about Mexico. Having been there a number of times very relevant to travelers.
Thanks!
Thanks for sharing your honest experiences while RVing Mexico. Looking forward on your next Journey?
awesome valuable information 👍👍 18:00 how did you roll the eyes like that? GREAT
Super well worded and informative video!!! Gratitude! What did you do with compost?
We put it in a composting bag and throw it away.
@@EatSeeRV Thank you for letting me know!
Thanks so much for sharing your experiences guys!
Thanks! Grounded and practical advice people can use!
Great video and well explained. Will miss your videos of Mexico. Thank you.
Thanks for the great trip through Mexico. Really enjoyed it. We want to snowbird to Mexico in our motorhome. We have been to Mexico many times by air and have always felt safe. Love the Mexican vibe.
I enjoyed your video a lot! I rented a car in Cancun to travel there for 8 days, they ripped me off for the rental in the end.
The journey itself was so memorable. Would like to go back again maybe. Will you plan to go there again? or that's enough??? Thanks!!
Can you do a video of your choice for the top sites you enjoyed in Mexico?
Great and honest information! very well organized and edited video.
Thank you!
Good information. Maybe you can create a list of rv parks or places worth going. Also a list of places to stay away from. Thanks
Just get a double fuel filter
Hey guys, I’m planning a Mexico RV trip this fall. I wanted to ask you if your van was gas or diesel and did you ever consider crossing the borders south into Guatamala? Cheers Jo
Awesome! Enjoy! This was a diesel vehicle, we have also RV'd Mexico in a gas vehicle too. We did not go further and did not want to in our size vehicle. It's 100% possible, but smaller is better in Guatemala
so true with the infrastructure on the trash removal on any developing countries. Shame, during my travels in East Asia, this is prevalent on the trash removal, even in the rural areas in China (major cities are excellent and clean). Developed countries in East Asia are South Korean, Japan and Taiwan where I do not see trash.
It is a shame but I get it!
Alguna vez viajaran por Baja California?
I’ve only had wonderful times in Mexico so far ☮️❤️
Not experts? I’ll listen to what you have to say because I watched you every week and learned lots just doing that. I had always wanted to go to Mexico but I had planned to hit the Baja peninsula but because of you and this trip I will go further. Ok so next week you tell us the next trip??? Please say Alaska, please, please. Hahahahaha ok I’ll watch anything. ❤️🇨🇦❤️ Cheers!!!
What an awesome content. Thank you for sharing....
Good stuff thank you
Glad you found it helpful
What happens with sewage? 😮 Really curious I haven't seen anything about this.
What do you mean?
@@EatSeeRV The poop haha
Really good video. Thanks for sharing.
Glad you enjoyed it!
I saw y’all at the spring in Florida we were talking about the alligators
Good info as usual. We are working on our summer plans as well. Dan - Oklahoma’s Tumbleweeds
Great video guys! I do have a question, maybe I missed your video on where you mentioned the Yucatán peninsula as being bothered by vendors more. Where specifically was that? I know Quintana Roo is bad but haven’t experienced it more so in the Yucatán.
And of course Covid-19 could have contributed to people’s hardships of course..
When we refer to the Yucatan peninsula is the entire peninsula including Quintana Roo not just the state of Yucatan.
Thanks. Good information and we’ll shared!
Hi ! I am planning a trip to Mexico and your video gave me exactly the kind of information I needed, so many thanks for that 🌻I am from Europe and my plan is to look for a van once I am in México to travel across the country for about 3 months. Do yo you know if buying or renting a van is easy? Which option would be the best? Thanks a lot !!
If it's just for 3 months I'd imagine renting. But a 3 month trip in such a big country will go by very fast!
Great video. Been to Mexico just once and look forward again soon. Just curious and maybe there’s no short answer but when people drive to Mexico are you driving with your state side plates and Maybe no more than some kind of permit. ???
Thank you so much for all you are sharing. Having traveled a lot in Mexico(not in an RV), you have kept it real and I join in your perspective. I have to admit I will miss you not being down there, as I love it and will be returning for 6 months in November. You’re a great pair and keep these vlogs really interesting...
I reported a few bad cops while in Mexico, and our stay became a living hell soon afterwards. My rv was searched in every other town., even paying them la mordida didn't help at all. When we finally made it out of Mexico, and into the USA we found out someone installed a tracking device. The bad cops/military new where we were at all times. We were like their personal traveling ATM machine.
No way. That insane! How'd you find out about the tracking device?
If I get to go to Mexico I’m taking my half-sister! She is so fluent in Spanish, you can’t tell her daddy is a red-headed white boy!
Thank you for sharing your experiences. Loved your inclusivity for non whites traveling. You’re the kind of folks that I’d like to meet. Best…
Thank you! 🌿🙏🌱🙏🍃🙏
Forgot "Overland Vehicles" do good in Mex. Country.....
Great information thanks!
So, what is the consequence of NOT using ULSD in these expensive engines?
We haven't had any negative experiences personally, but we have a 10 year old coach.
great video very informative
Is everything cash only, or were you able to navigate some areas more consistently with a credit/debit card. Would love the extra security of using credit
Mostly cash. Bigger cities allow you to use credit or debit cards but cash is king.
Thanks, for the info. Did u burn any regular or #2 diesel fuel if so how did it do?
Excellent info-Thank you!
Thanks!