subject: Turbo Tips To Make Your Mexico Vacation Hassle Free [print this page] For those of you who plan to spend your spring break in Mexico, the experience should be fun, exciting and bonding with your friends. For some, it may be their first time to travel out of country and knowing about the place you will visit is an advantage. For others, it is a time to let loose from the pressures of the academic semester, to relax and have fun. Here are some turbo tips, so to speak, in order to make this hard earned vacation, a true one without any hassles and regret:
- Know the place you are going to visit. Plan ahead of time to get to know which area in Mexico you want to enjoy. The internet is such a convenient tool to get information about the places to visit. You can even search for inexpensive hotels there and perhaps book and bargain for better rates. Also get to know the local laws and language of the place. Knowing a few phrases may even get you further and friendly with the locals as well. As you are visitors in a different country, please be aware that the laws may not be the same there as in the United States. Knowing this and keeping with the local customs will make the trip a memorable one.
- Remember the law on drinking and driving. Getting back to the States via San Diego, you have to know that the DUI laws in San Diego are one of the strictest. You wouldn't want to get cited for DUI in San Diego for it will cost you a pretty penny to get out of that sticky situation. There are specialized DUI lawyers from San Diego who you may have to hire if ever you do get arrested. You may even have to appear on a special court managed by the DMV to appeal your citation and hopefully get the case tossed out of court. Often times, many collegiate students get cited not because they were drinking and driving but perhaps because of the time period between their last drink and their drive. Better to have a designated driver when leaving Mexico and passing via San Diego.
- Try not to be the Ugly American as often portrayed by those who feel that Americans are too loud and seem that they own the world. Better to play low key and to try to blend in as much as you can. By being understated and courteous in Mexico, you will give a better impression to the locals and this may lead to better service and less abrasion between the locals and your group. This adds to the positive experience of having a good time during your spring break.
