tips for a first timer?

Hi everyone! We leave Saturday for our first trip to RP. We rented a townhouse near Manny's for 3 nights. We have our insurance, passports and sunscreen. I've read as much as I can on these forums. Any other addition tips or hints for a first timer?

Thanks!
Jaimee

One VERY important thing you want to remember.
HAVE FUN!!!!!!!!!!
Welcome to the family :D

What Todd said and WATCH for the stop signs( Alto) and stop lights. There is no set pattern for their location and the stop
signs can be rusted over but have the international shape. Particularly on Josepha. I speak from experience..right Roberto.

We have a little intro packet we send all our newbie friends. Send an email to [email protected] and I'll send you one.
Have a great time!

Visit the Malecon & fish market, CEDO, the new Pinacate museum, JJ's Cantina, Mayan Palace………..

If you like the bar-scene, Wrecked at the Reef on Sandy Beach, and The Hut next to Sonoran Sea are good places to hang out.

Watch out for window washers, they are like ninjas and will jump out from no were in front of your truck or on top of it. #2 dont pick up or step on a sting ray or jellyfish and dont play with them in the water. #3 drink, have fun and if something looks good eat it. #4 watch out for man hole covers missing in the road. #5 stop at RR crossings, there are no warning lights. #6 most important watch every car around you, no one stops at stop signs down there. #7 at the little shops never pay what they are asking. #8 bring bottled water to drink or buy it there.

mrchief98 said:

If you like the bar-scene, Wrecked at the Reef on Sandy Beach, and The Hut next to Sonoran Sea are good places to hang out.

Banditos = HUT
Roger Clyne is a part owner in this place. If you are a fan, great place to have a drink or 5. And you never know when he may show up a jam session.

Jaimee o said:

Hi everyone! We leave Saturday for our first trip to RP. We rented a townhouse near Manny's for 3 nights. We have our insurance, passports and sunscreen. I've read as much as I can on these forums. Any other addition tips or hints for a first timer?

Thanks!
Jaimee

Additional thoughts and tips on your 1st visit to Rocky Point

1. Buy high, sell low (no charge for this advice)

2. Don't judge your first trip to RP by going in July. Make sure you come back during months other than the months most people avoid which is July and August. September is pretty sweltering at times too.

3. Don't forget your favorite firearm. Bring plenty of ammunition. It is really fun to target practice and shoot floating cans in the water while on the beach.

4. Make sure to grab a coffee and donut at Reggie's (Drunken Donuts), just down the street from where you are staying. And, for a simple snack or breakfast, their burritos are really good too.

5. Stop by La Curva before they close and all go on vacation for a month. Always a bummer to be surprised by going by La Curva in the summer, only to see the CLOSED sign. La Curva closes at some point, usually late July or early August and all employees enjoy a vacation. Really good food, and always friendly service.

6. Copone's is just down the road from where you are staying. Great food, fun atmosphere, cold AC. Can't get any better than that in July. Actually, it's the same there every month of the year.

7. Don't forget your adult diapers. They really help with the July humidity and crack sweat.

8. Don't be disappointed if Manny's is closed. It is.

9. Tip well if you get good service. They really appreciate it and will remember you next time.

10. Casa del Capitan has 50% off your breakfast and lunch order if you get there before 4pm. Does not include drinks. Tell them you read about that offer in Rocky Point Times. They will honor it. Make sure you get a margarita there. Best view, best sunset in all of Rocky Point.
No 50% off during sunset or dinner of course.

11. Take a drive out to Las Conchas. Drive along the roads closest to the beach. About 5 miles of beachfront housing and fun to see all the different houses. You may want to rent a place out there on your next visit.

12. Make sure you stop by Tacos Brisas. It's a straight drive from the Mirador. Take Sinaloa, which goes by Capone's and Reggies. Go past the 4 way stop at Freemont and keep going about 6-7 cross-streets until you come upon an XOXO on the right hand side. Tacos Brisas is directly across the street. Order the Papas Rellenos. Big enough to split between the two of you. Can't go to Rocky Point without a stop here.

13. Lastly, and very important to make clear. #3 on this list is a total joke, and if you follow that tip, you may not be going home for a very long time.

Enjoy you virgin trip to Rocky Point. It is a special place.

Last tip. No charge. As they say at the Melecon, "almost free for you today" ....

14. Start visualizing and thinking while you are down there in the sweltering heat & humidity, about how great it would be to come back in mid-October or November when the the days are around 70-80 degrees and the evenings are in the 60's. Visualize making a fire on the patio or beach, and having to put on a sweatshirt or blanket while watching the sun go down. The days are perfect, and the evenings are crisp. Doesn't get any better than that.

Unless you wait until March/April to come back. Similar temps and a great time to visit in the Spring.

Make sure to reply back to your post after your trip. It will be interesting to hear what you thought about your first visit.

Oh, one more tip. Seriously, last one.

15. Have a safe trip.

Thanks for all the advice. We are from Phoenix so we are used to the heat. We have a toy hauler so we are using this trip to scout and see if we want to do some beach front camping when the weather cools off. Of course with gas prices what they are it's almost cheaper to just rent a house. I will post a trip report when we get back.

Jaimee

"Don't forget your favorite firearm. Bring plenty of ammunition. It is really fun to target practice and shoot floating cans in the water while on the beach."

Jaimee, I strongly suggest you disregard that piece of advice. Think about that Marine languishing in prison there. I know a young lady that works here in Green Valley and her boy friend has been there for two years now.

Seriously, obey all the speed limit signs in Sonoita after you cross the border.

mermaid said:

Seriously, obey all the speed limit signs in Sonoita after you cross the border.

And tiptoe through Ajo, north of the border, as well.

Not sure if you already purchased your Mex auto insurance. There are probably 20 places to get it on the way there.
I buy from Rosy Glover. You can contact her through the forum PitiquitoRosy or on her website at http://proalliance.com.mx
She is the nicest lady and she will help you with anything you need.
One thing you should also do which no one has mentioned here. If you enjoy sipping Tequila, make sure you visit the Tequila Factory - Benito Juarez 121, Recinto Portuario.
Fernando will take good care of you. Rosy's office in also the same complex on the second floor

Jaimee o said:

Thanks for all the advice. We are from Phoenix so we are used to the heat. We have a toy hauler so we are using this trip to scout and see if we want to do some beach front camping when the weather cools off. Of course with gas prices what they are it's almost cheaper to just rent a house. I will post a trip report when we get back.

Jaimee

I'm excited for you guys!!!!!!!! :)
I remember my first time there. We were a little nervous about driving over the boarder and driving in Mexico. I had been to other places in Mex, but only by boat, plane or on foot. Never went for spring break in all my years as a teen and young adult.
Also did my first trip in July of 2004.
I was just watching a video we shot back then. Kinda funny to watch yourself as a group of newbie gringos trying to figure things out.
We were hooked and have been going back at least twice a year ever since.

tequilatodd said:

Not sure if you already purchased your Mex auto insurance. There are probably 20 places to get it on the way there.
I buy from Rosy Glover. You can contact her through the forum PitiquitoRosy or on her website at http://proalliance.com.mx
She is the nicest lady and she will help you with anything you need.
One thing you should also do which no one has mentioned here. If you enjoy sipping Tequila, make sure you visit the Tequila Factory - Benito Juarez 121, Recinto Portuario.
Fernando will take good care of you. Rosy's office in also the same complex on the second floor

All very true, except Rosie has moved her office to Plaza Melanie on Fremont Blvd.

That helps alot!! I am sure everyone but me know where Plaza Melanie is.

mermaid said:

Seriously, obey all the speed limit signs in Sonoita after you cross the border.

Yes. It is a sad fact. Mexico spends lots of money promoting Mexico as tourist destination but fail to see what is the biggest turn off to foreign tourists. We all know local Mexicans all drive 20kmh over the speed limit anywhere in mexico but you as a gringo tourist will be targeted by all branches of law enforcement.

BootNHat said:

That helps alot!! I am sure everyone but me know where Plaza Melanie is.

https://www.bing.com/maps/default.aspx?v=2&pc=FACEBK&mid=8100&rtp=adr.~pos.31.3055294642_-113.525511369_Canvas+Hair+and+Beauty+Studio_Blvd.+Fremont+Plaza+Melanie+%23107%2c+Puerto+Pe%C3%B1asco%2c+Sonora&cp=31.3055294642~-113.525511369&lvl=16&sty=r&rtop=0~0~0~&mode=D&FORM=FBKPL1&mkt=en-US

Does that help you?

Jaimee o said:

Hi everyone! We leave Saturday for our first trip to RP. We rented a townhouse near Manny's for 3 nights. We have our insurance, passports and sunscreen. I've read as much as I can on these forums. Any other addition tips or hints for a first timer?

Thanks!
Jaimee

If you venture in the local neighborhoods keep in mind the unwritten law regarding stop signs or ALTO, all streets going north /south yield or stop to ALL traffic going east/west, sometimes you might not find the sign there but to avoid any accidents just be cautious when driving on the north/south streets!

Now to taste the west birria you need to go to Birrieria Sinaloa Ahome in Simon Morua, the street that has the ACE Hardware store sign on Benito Juarez, the main road as you come into town, you are going straight on Simon Morua for about 3/4 of a mile, you will pass ACE, it is across the street from the green fence (school) on the south west corner, they are open early at 6:30 am and close around 1 or 2, you can eat in or take home but the flavor is unique and delicious!!

Enjoy your trip!!

I was told by a local, Barb O., there is also an unknown fact to many. You are required to stop before and after you come to a school or park, whether there is a stop sign or not.

Jaimee o said:

Hi everyone! We leave Saturday for our first trip to RP. We rented a townhouse near Manny's for 3 nights. We have our insurance, passports and sunscreen. I've read as much as I can on these forums. Any other addition tips or hints for a first timer?

Thanks!
Jaimee

Have a great time!
Absolutely correct about speed limits in Sonoyta and stop signs in PP - Just ask my hubby who has accumulated a few souvenirs - :(
El Capitan by far the best view ~ even better with a margarita.
I always go to Old Port or Dirt Mall and pick up something I do not need because, after all, it is almost free!
Also, we usually go in May and October because of the weather so good luck with that.

Welcome to your new addiction!

tequilatodd said:

Not sure if you already purchased your Mex auto insurance. There are probably 20 places to get it on the way there.
I buy from Rosy Glover. You can contact her through the forum PitiquitoRosy or on her website at http://proalliance.com.mx
She is the nicest lady and she will help you with anything you need.
One thing you should also do which no one has mentioned here. If you enjoy sipping Tequila, make sure you visit the Tequila Factory - Benito Juarez 121, Recinto Portuario.
Fernando will take good care of you. Rosy's office in also the same complex on the second floor

Check with your auto insurance before buying Mexican insurance. I have USAA, and my policy completely covers me up to 75 miles into Mexico. PP is only about 60 miles from the border.

mrchief98 said:

Check with your auto insurance before buying Mexican insurance. I have USAA, and my policy completely covers me up to 75 miles into Mexico. PP is only about 60 miles from the border.

Bad suggestion. You could not be any more WRONG! Yes, many US policies will cover you in Mexico ( although most only within 25 miles from the border), but that is strictly coverage for you, your passengers, and your vehicle. It does not cover you for liability to the other vehicle(s) and persons involved. Mexico DOES NOT recognize your USAA policy, and you are living dangerously and I'm afraid to say, my friend, are going to end up in Mexican jail God forbid you have an accident south of the border. Do yourself a big favor and contact Rosie Glover the next time you plan to drive in Mexico.

I agree with you 100% mundane, sorry mrchief98, that's bad advice. Insurance companies do everything they can to not pay. They say they cover you in Mexico, but if you got in an accident in Mexico, I bet my last beer they won't cover you. And I agree 100% with you mondone, if you get in an accident in Mexico, they want to see a Mexican policy, they won't recognize an American policy even if it claims they provide coverage in Mexico. If you get in an accident in Mexico and don't have Mexican insurance, you're gonna end up behind bars in 2 seconds, be forking out a lot of money to get out, and sure wish you would've bought a Mexican policy in the first place. Let me clarify, I'd trust policies bought in Mexico, Mexican policies bought online or in the States, but I would never trust an American policy that covers you primarily in the States and they claim to cover you so many miles in Mexico.

Agree with having a Mexican auto insurance policy, but more specifically a policy where the agent is there to assist you if there is a problem. Like Mondone said, buy your policy from Rosie Glover at ProAlliance Insurance. Her office is in Rocky Point and she will personally come to the accident scene or police station if you have a problem. Just call her on her cell. I don't speak Spanish but if I was being held at the police station while they attempted to determine who was at fault I would be very thankful to have Rosie there representing me. IMHO
ROSIE GLOVER
OFFICE MEX 638-388-6624
CELL MEX 638-386-9081
FROM US 602-773-1031
[email protected]

I always get my Mexico insurance online. It costs just a few bucks more, but it's easy and I don't have to worry about stopping anywhere. It's done in advance in the comfort of my home. You can get it through the AAA website, or Google it and a lot of choices come up.

BryAz said:

I always get my Mexico insurance online. It costs just a few bucks more, but it's easy and I don't have to worry about stopping anywhere. It's done in advance in the comfort of my home. You can get it through the AAA website, or Google it and a lot of choices come up.

You can do it online through Rosie's ProAlliance, I believe. We've known Rosie since 2010 and she is fantastic. We had auto (didn't need to use it fortunately) and homeowner's which we did need to use - Rosie was there immediately and took care of everything - much easier then in the US. Rosie is also there for all tourists, no matter if you buy insurance from her or not. Bill and I can not say enough about how wonderful she is - one of the greatest assets Penasco has!

tequilatodd said:

I'm excited for you guys!!!!!!!! :)
I remember my first time there. We were a little nervous about driving over the boarder and driving in Mexico. I had been to other places in Mex, but only by boat, plane or on foot. Never went for spring break in all my years as a teen and young adult.
Also did my first trip in July of 2004.
I was just watching a video we shot back then. Kinda funny to watch yourself as a group of newbie gringos trying to figure things out.
We were hooked and have been going back at least twice a year ever since.

My first time down was in 1948 - a lot different then with about 300 or so people - as you can obviously tell, our family was hooked!

If you live in AZ, CA, CO, ID, NV, NM, OR, TX, UT or WA you can buy it online from Costco (click on Services, then click on Mexico Travel Auto Insurance). If you have an executive membership, you save 25% off daily rates or 35% off annual rates. Otherwise, if you have a regular membership, you save 15% off daily rates and 25% off annual rates. The coverage is provided by one of three Mexican insurance companies: Mapfre, Tepeyac, or Qualitas.

I called Rosie from Cabo and she helped me here !!!!

apricot said:

If you live in AZ, CA, CO, ID, NV, NM, OR, TX, UT or WA you can buy it online from Costco (click on Services, then click on Mexico Travel Auto Insurance). If you have an executive membership, you save 25% off daily rates or 35% off annual rates. Otherwise, if you have a regular membership, you save 15% off daily rates and 25% off annual rates. The coverage is provided by one of three Mexican insurance companies: Mapfre, Tepeyac, or Qualitas.

Just checked Costco prices for insurance for 2 drivers for a full year $138.50, even with the 35% discount of executive membership, my police with Mapfre thru Portugal Insurance is cheaper at $88 and covers me all over Mexico!!! and I renew on line, by phone or email sometimes I even forget about it and they renew it for me!!!

And Jamiee what ever you do make sure your car does not have even a used cartridge in it and leave your guns at home, USA, you'll be better off!! even as a joke that was stupid!!!

No worries about guns or ammo. We don't even own any and I knew that was a serious no no.

Priced insurance through costco and Rosie and Rosie was only $5 more so I will go with her. Buying my policy online tonight.

Only 2 more days to go! I'm super excited!

InkaRoads said:

Just checked Costco prices for insurance for 2 drivers for a full year $138.50, even with the 35% discount of executive membership, my police with Mapfre thru Portugal Insurance is cheaper at $88 and covers me all over Mexico!!! and I renew on line, by phone or email sometimes I even forget about it and they renew it for me!!!

And Jamiee what ever you do make sure your car does not have even a used cartridge in it and leave your guns at home, USA, you'll be better off!! even as a joke that was stupid!!!

Man ink, you become more frugal and mexican than me. Give you a call in a week when I go fishing (LOL), and you can give me a heads up with the local beat..

Jaimee o said:

Only 2 more days to go! I'm super excited!

I know that feeling all too well. When we are driving in and I get that first sight of the top of the Sandy Beach resorts from way off in the distance, my heart beats a little faster. I know that may sound corny, but I always feel like I belong there.
You will know what I mean.
One other tip. Not sure what your drinking habits are or if you drink at all. Don't go too hard the first day you are there. I have and still do HAHA

Wishing you and your family a wonderful time. Enjoy yourselves a lot. Remember that most people down there aren't in a big hurry. They will stop in the middle of the street to talk to friends - service can be slow - manana is alive and well in Penasco. Enjoy the views and meeting new friends. Even if you don't speak Spanish (or not a lot) try some out - everyone is fantastic about trying to help out and it is fun learning a new word or two. If you are good at charades that is a major plus :)

One thing about summer - the water temperature is so nice and warm - great for just floating around in. Totally relaxing.

You won't be "in Kansas" any more - you will be in a place that is different but so wonderful in it's own way. Usually those who don't enjoy it are those that are expecting what they are totally used to at home. If you are like most who go down there you will be planning your next trip back by the end of the first Corona/Margarita & new friends you've just met.

Look for a sight of Bird Island and also Baja at sunset.

El Gato said:

If you are like most who go down there you will be planning your next trip back by the end of the first Corona/Margarita & new friends you've just met.

Exactly how I felt....You couldn't be more right.

How ever you choose to buy your Mexican auto insurance, on line or whatever, make sure you have before you cross the border of Lukeville. It would not be a good idea to drive uninsured (which is how Mexico sees it) from Lukeville to Rocky Point intending to buy it when you get there.

Also, watch out for the school zone shortly after you come through the entry point at Sonoyta. We were pulled over in April for going the normal speed limit past a school we didn't see. The driver insisted on following the officer to the police station to pay the fine. The policeman suddenly had a change of mind and let us go with a warning. (Our theory is that he figured all the time spent folowing us to the police station and filling out the forms would cost him too much revenue from gringos willing to pay cash to him on the spot. But that's just our theory.) I'd advise anyone stopped for speeding to agree to go to the police station and see what happens. But the best approach is to avoid such encounters in the first place by looking out for the school zone in the first mile or so from the border entry.

audsley said:

How ever you choose to buy your Mexican auto insurance, on line or whatever, make sure you have before you cross the border of Lukeville. It would not be a good idea to drive uninsured (which is how Mexico sees it) from Lukeville to Rocky Point intending to buy it when you get there.

Also, watch out for the school zone shortly after you come through the entry point at Sonoyta. We were pulled over in April for going the normal speed limit past a school we didn't see. The driver insisted on following the officer to the police station to pay the fine. The policeman suddenly had a change of mind and let us go with a warning. (Our theory is that he figured all the time spent folowing us to the police station and filling out the forms would cost him too much revenue from gringos willing to pay cash to him on the spot. But that's just our theory.) I'd advise anyone stopped for speeding to agree to go to the police station and see what happens. But the best approach is to avoid such encounters in the first place by looking out for the school zone in the first mile or so from the border entry.

And that's why it's calling "The Sonoyta Crawl".

as you are leaving Sonoyta, there is that spot where they are asking for donations and there is a stop sign. I don't really know if it is a monitored stop sign, but I always come to a stop and give the guy a buck. One one way out and one on the way back.
So in all my trips I prob have given them $40 or so. Sure beats getting a ticket.

Once going thru Sonoyta, just past Vasquez liquor and curios, I was stopped at a make-shift 4way stop. They looked into my car and noticed that my kids did not have their seat belts on. So make sure you are belted in.

Jaimee o said:

Hi everyone! We leave Saturday for our first trip to RP. We rented a townhouse near Manny's for 3 nights. We have our insurance, passports and sunscreen. I've read as much as I can on these forums. Any other addition tips or hints for a first timer?

Thanks!
Jaimee

Just curious, have you all been anywhere in Mexico before?

If you are planning on buying shrimp or fish I would suggest buying from Sea Products. Everything there is kept frozen and is very fresh. Watch for the Burger King on Benito Juarez. They are located 1 block east on Sinaloa. You can also buy out of ice coolers at the fish market at the Malecon but I normally don't during the extreme hot months for obvious reasons.

U15's from Sea Products

I loved your picture. This is what my husband always buys to bring home.

marybna said:

I loved your picture. This is what my husband always buys to bring home.

The vacuum packaging is great for transporting home in the cooler and freezing. They will last a long time in the freezer without any freezer burn too.

Enjoy your trip and have fun! We have a motor home and always stay at Playa de Oro, just down the street from you, check it out for a place to bring your toy hauler. The people make RP a wonderful beach vacation close to home.

We've been go cozumel several times and actually I've been to RP several times as a kid. My grandparents had a house in Cholla bay in the 1980s but I figured so much has changed that I might as well be a first timer.
This time around I'm going with my husband and our two kids. We rented a townhouse near Manny's. Not taking the dogs this time. But if things go well we may start taking the toy hauler down when the weather is cooler.

tequilatodd said:

as you are leaving Sonoyta, there is that spot where they are asking for donations and there is a stop sign. I don't really know if it is a monitored stop sign, but I always come to a stop and give the guy a buck. One one way out and one on the way back.
So in all my trips I prob have given them $40 or so. Sure beats getting a ticket.

Once going thru Sonoyta, just past Vasquez liquor and curios, I was stopped at a make-shift 4way stop. They looked into my car and noticed that my kids did not have their seat belts on. So make sure you are belted in.

There was a woman in a walker at the border asking for money, than no hand sam little in and the stolen stop sign asking for money. Than a guy in a wheel chair in RP when your first coming in that had crutches behind it that can move his legs. The cops were pulling young people over in sonoyta shaking them down, but they didnt pay no mind to us or the people behind us. once out of there it was 70-80 mph all the way to RP no problems.Watch out for the tow truck drivers that pass in no passing zones and drive like nuts.

When you do the crawl, be aware of the danger caused by those Arizona plated vehicles passing you on the right and left with horns honking and rude gestures... :)

BootNHat said:

When you do the crawl, be aware of the danger caused by those Arizona plated vehicles passing you on the right and left with horns honking and rude gestures... :)

I didnt see any of that, but heck when we seen the cars and trucks passing in the no passing zones. I was waiting for a crash in front of us. Need to think ahead of what would happen when people drive crazy like that. It scared the heck out of us.

AZRob said:

I didnt see any of that, but heck when we seen the cars and trucks passing in the no passing zones. I was waiting for a crash in front of us. Need to think ahead of what would happen when people drive crazy like that. It scared the heck out of us.

What I've come to figure is the solid white line coming out of sonoyta is a passing zone with caution.

Well we made it. Got passed a hundred times coming in but no policia or machine guns :-)
Freaking hot and sweaty though. Thank god for dresses and air conditioning!

Yep, late July through early September are really hot & humid, and my least favorite time to enjoy Penasco.

Landshark said:

If you are planning on buying shrimp or fish I would suggest buying from Sea Products. Everything there is kept frozen and is very fresh. Watch for the Burger King on Benito Juarez. They are located 1 block east on Sinaloa. You can also buy out of ice coolers at the fish market at the Malecon but I normally don't during the extreme hot months for obvious reasons.

U15's from Sea Products

I have never seen them vacuum packed before

They are flash frozen the told us.

Landshark said:

If you are planning on buying shrimp or fish I would suggest buying from Sea Products. Everything there is kept frozen and is very fresh. Watch for the Burger King on Benito Juarez. They are located 1 block east on Sinaloa. You can also buy out of ice coolers at the fish market at the Malecon but I normally don't during the extreme hot months for obvious reasons.

U15's from Sea Products

The u15's I buy are usually u15's, which means under 15 shrimp to the pound, there are about 19 shrimp in that package....I'm sure the weight is fine, but the size is off.. no biggie, just thought I would mention it.. That wojld make those shrimp 16/20 or a little cheaper than u15's..

GV Jack said:

"Don't forget your favorite firearm. Bring plenty of ammunition. It is really fun to target practice and shoot floating cans in the water while on the beach."

Jaimee, I strongly suggest you disregard that piece of advice. Think about that Marine languishing in prison there. I know a young lady that works here in Green Valley and her boy friend has been there for two years now.

Come on now Jack. You had to know this was a huge attempt at sarcasm. And if you missed it, I did give tip # 13 .

No different than you mentioning to Roberto, about 2500 times on this site, about you going down to the police station, speeding, running stop signs, etc.? I'm guessing you have been kidding around with him? It's been your primary long running joke, no ?

Or, were you serious the entire time?

rplarry said:

Come on now Jack. You had to know this was a huge attempt at sarcasm. And if you missed it, I did give tip # 13 .

No different than you mentioning to Roberto, about 2500 times on this site, about you going down to the police station, speeding, running stop signs, etc.? I'm guessing you have been kidding around with him? It's been your primary long running joke, no ?

Or, were you serious the entire time?

Oh he is dead serious about it all. Why do you think he prepares so much for the rumble?? He's wicked !!!

Larry, I must have missed the sarcasm. I guess I'm pretty sensitive about people languishing in Mexican jails because they got caught with fire arms, etc.
and some that I know of had no intention of breaking the law.

As far as that idiot Roberta, it all started when he gave me the worst set of directions to find a carniceria. He kept saying something about a tower so I'm
driving up and down Benito Juarez looking for this stupid tower and missed a stupid stop light. $55.00 later I was released from jail and went to lodge a
protest with him and he was on one of his many breaks, but fortunately Dee was there to give me exact directions. I didn't speed and didn't run a stop sign, FYI.
Not yet anyway. But, I am known as the Green Valley Desperado.

Sometime, I suggest you come to one of our Calle 13 rumbles. It's quite a sight to see sweet Roberta in his 9" spikes. I refer you to the last series of comments
on the Boomerfest thread, you'll see what kind of a guy? he is. I suggest you wear proper attire if you choose to attend.

If they find even a used amunition shell in your car YOU WILL GO TO JAIL.
Drive the speed limit in town even though every one else is going faster.
When in dought STOP. Every one else has the right of way. If they pull out in front of you or run a stop and you hit them it is your fault and you are likley to spend some time in jail. Use Rosie Glover for your insurance and if you get into trouble she will come quickley to your aid.
TREAT THE LOCALS THE SAME WAY YOU WANT TO BE TREATED. RESPECT.
I always exchang my dollars for pasoes as the locals do prefer them.
Rate today was $13.20 pesos per dollar.
# 1 Have fun and come back when it is cooler
We spend the Winter in Plya De Ore space 50

I am suddenly getting rental inquiries from people that have never come before with all kinds of questions I can't answer. Does Cedo and the aquarium still operate? How much are banana boat rides? 5 years ago they were $5 each. Can you rent a boat on the beach at JJ's to go out fishing or sight seeing? Can you still go claming at Cholla Bay? My kids are now all stuffy adults and do not do those things. When my kids were young they were just beach rats and that was all they did. A board, a noodle, a towel and they were good to go for the day at the beach and pool.
I am being asked what is there for children to do. I guess I will have to look next time I am down. My kids dug holes in the sand and waited for the tide to come in and fill them