In December , I decided to quit my job, take a mini-retirement , and travel. My first stop: Mexico. By car. With my dog. Why did I choose Mexico? Read more here. But I had always been with others. I had never driven my own car. This time was different.
One, I was alone, in my own car. Two, I was going deep into the heart of Mexico. Three, I would be in Mexico for six months and driving all over! Here have been my best practices so far :. Still, a good idea to keep an eyes out! Thanks to the fear-mongering of the American media, I had a lot of worry about driving deep into Mexico. My Google Maps on Carplay is an absolute lifesaver!
Happy driving! Be notified of free webinars and eBooks for purchase periodically. No spam allowed. Read the privacy policy for more info. Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription. Very smart tips for driving in Mexico. On our trip, we rented a car and drove from MX City to Guanajuato.
We got pulled over by 3 Mexican cops on motorcycles. Had to pay the bribe. The lesson we learned was to keep very little cash in your walletβ¦just like you stated.
We also would not rent a car again, as the rental fee, gas, and tolls were far more than taking the bus. How was it driving through Mexico? I am planning on driving the Baja Peninsula over the holidays. Did you get pulled over or hassled at all?
