RVing Mexico: A Must-Read Series

for RVers Traveling to Mexico

by David Eidell (Reorganized 09/2011)

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RVers Online is indebted to veteran RVer David Eidell, who has traveled extensively throughout Mexico and Central America. We think you'll find his insights and guidance an invaluable source of information -- much of which is simply not available anywhere else. We hope this series will help you plan intelligently for RV travels south of the border.

• Surviving a Hurricane in and RV: Hopefully you'll never need this -- but it's surely better to have information you don't need, that want information you don't have!
• Purchasing Prescription Medications: This is a very complex and important subject that is perhaps nowhere better covered than in this in-depth article about the opportunities and pitfalls of purchasing medications in Mexico. Another must-read whether you're an RVer or not...
• Driving in Mexico: This is perhaps the most comprehensive and instructive article we've seen anywhere. It's a must read for any RVer preparing to travel on Mexico's highways sytsem. You'll learn what to expect, how to "read" the signs (and non-signs!), and how to ensure your trip can be as incident free as possible.
• The Paper Chase This one is all about documents, permits, and regulations that pertain to taking yourself, your famility, and your vehicle into Mexico. Learn precisely what is required, and make your entry as easy as possible. (Updated 10/09)
• Ultra Low Sulpur Diesel Fuel in Mexico: Here's the current status...
• Traveling Mexico Highway 200: Something you'd want to read before going.
• Taking Your Dog to Mexico: This is a topic many readers have inquired about; and here David provides extensive guidance that should help you with that decision.
• Retiring in Mexico: Responding to may RVers who have asked his guidance on retiring in Mexico, David here provides his guidance on the issue of Mexico as a suitable place to retire.
• RVer Safety in Mexico: Though this is a changing situation, and you'll want to check the latest information before you go, here are some suggestions that are timeless.
• Visiting San Blas: A sneak preview at what you'll find there.
• Rvers Guide to Copper Canyon - What you'll want to know.
• Stability of Mexico: Here David offers a virtual treatise that provides background information, consideration, and perspective on the country we know as Mexico.
• The Mexican Supermarket: Wander through some of the supermarket offerings now available in Mexico -- what you can purchase, and at what prices.
• Taking a Boat Trailer to Mexico: While you'll want to check for the latest information, here are some things you'll want to consider.
• Dealing with Machismo: What's "Macho" in Mexico? David takes a closer look at this cultural phenomenon, and how RV visitors to Mexico can avoid it.
• ArtMexTiresBatteries.html In case you find the need to purchase tires or batteries in Mexico, you'll want to read this first.
• RVing the Yucatan: David outlines some of the highlights of this area for RV visitors.
• RVers Guide to City of Lazaro Cardenas
• RV Air Conditioners and Dehumidifiers in Mexico: Here's what the serious RV traveler to Mexico will want to know about staying comfortable.
• Treating No-See-Um bites -- survival in Mexico!
• Mexico's Green Angels: What a wonderful sight to see -- the patroling Green Angel's truck pulling up to offer a free tire change that had you shut down on a highway in Mexico.
• Surviving a Breakdown: For some it sounds like the ultimate nightmare -- a breakdown in Mexico. But with the right preparation, and knowledge of how to proceed, many RV travelers to Mexico will have greater peace of mind after reading this unique contribution.
• Shopping Mexico Costco and Sam's Club Stores: One might expect that a Costco or Sam's Club in Mexico would carry the same goods one finds north of the border. Not so, according to David, who cautions what items you might want to bring along as spares.
• "Espeaking Espanish": Here's a set of ideas about how to learn some Spanish to make your next journey to Mexico much more enjoyable.
• The Top 5 Most Common Mistakes of Newbies RVing Mexico: David asked that this item to to the top of the list of his many contributed articles to provide guidance and information for RVers planning to visit Mexico. You'll see why!
• Mexico in the Summer? Many RVers consider Mexico only a suitable "winter" destination. But such may not be the case. See David's assessment of some great summertime RV destinations.
• American Gothic At Hot Eye: A catchy title describing the scene at a very out of the way retreat in Mexico most Americans would never find.
• Favorite Mexican Restaurants: David shares some secret tips for those in pursuit of that "very special" restaurant in Mexico.
• Mexican Insurance: Legal Aid: Everyone know that when you drive in Mexico you need liability coverage from a Mexican Insurance company. But what about that "legal aid" rider? Is that important. If you think not, think again after reading this article. .
• Insider's Look at RVing Chiapas: It seems that this supposedly dangerous place to visit might be far different that we've pictured.
• Communications in Mexico:Just what are your options while there? Read this to find out.
• Tepantepec Oaxaca -- San Cristobal de Las Casas CHIAPAS. Passing a roadsign on southbound on Highway 190 signals you're departing Oaxaca, and entering Chiapas. A land of fascinating sights and more than just a little history of social and political unrest. Here are some first impressions.
• RVers Guide to Chiapas: This has to be one of the more adventuresome destinations for those RVingin Mexico. David explains the history of the problems in this southern portion of Mexico, and advises on steps to minimize the risks of travel there.
• THE COLONIAL CITIES: When RVers think of Mexico, typically images of sandy beaches come to mind. But increasingly the interior colonial cities are attracting attention. Here's why -- and some suggestions for where to go.
• THE PACIFIC RIVIERA: After reviewing some of the Mexican beach resorts better known to RVers, David just keeps on heading south, exploring the much less traveled roads south of Mazatlan. There's something here for everyone!
• EMERGENCY MEDICAL IN MEXICO: Here David traces through a hypothetical medical emergency that might happen anywhere in Mexico, and provides a real-life example of how to deal with such a situation.
• THE WINE COUNTRY OF MEXICO: We enjoyed learning not only about some fun places to visit not far south of the border, but also an interesting and very helpful way to get there and back. We think many readers would like to learn about the option of entering and departing Mexico through Tecate.
• WEATHER IN MEXIO: Most of us think about Mexico as a great place to find balmy weather even in the dead of winter. Here David explores in considerable detail the different weather patterns in various parts of Mexio. He helps you plan both when and where in Mexico you may wish to point your RV.
• MEXICAN INSURANCE FOR RVers: Responding in part to some questions of our own, David describes the basics of RV and towed vehicle insurance in Mexico; provides some online resources for comparing rates; and provides a comprehensive description of precisely what steps to take in the unlikely event that insurance policy should ever come into play. This is a MUST read.
• SHOPPING FOR FOOD IN MEXICO: Again, a "must read" article for the RVer who is considering spending considerable time in Mexico -- whether by caravan or solo. Learn what you'll need to take -- but equally important what qualifies as "You can leave home without it"... (updated 09/07)
• DINING OUT IN MEXICO: Another extensive article, this time outlining all the fine points of how to approach eating out in Mexico -- from the humblest of taco stands on the street corner to the largest tourist resorts. This one even includes a secret Mexican recipe for salsa!
• BAJA TRAVEL: MULEGE TO CABO SAN LUCAS: For those heading to the far southern tip of Baja, here's some information you'll want to take along with you -- because you'll likely not find it anywhere else!
• BAJA BEACH CAMPING: For those who've always wanted to know how to set up your RV destination at one of those spectacular Baja beaches -- here's how it's done.
• A GUIDE TO MULEGE BEACHES: We've personally visited the sites described here, and we think this is an excellent summary of some wonderful places to consider...
• DON'T DRINK THE WATER? This seems to be the most common issue discussed about travel in Mexico. Here's all you'll need to get along in comfort and safety.
• PURCHASING "PROPANE": As you'll quickly discover, in Mexico the fuel used in Butane, not Propane. Find out how it works, as well as where and how to buy it.
• TIPS FOR ELECTRICAL HOOKUPS IN MEXICO: We may take a bit too much for granted based on what we're used to north of the border. As the need for air conditioning goes up to the south, we need to know how to survive on 15 amps.
• SOME TIPS ON STAYING HEALTHY: It seems that many travelers to Mexico fear the worst from each Mexican beverage or meal. Our veteran Mexico traveler explores the myths and realities of "Moctezuma's Revenge".

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