I want to go to a tropical resort in mexico for very cheap?
This summer (for me may1 through late aug) I want to go to a tropical resort in mexico. I have no money because I am a college student and I don't want a job because I am very focused on my studies. How can I find a very cheap deal for airfare and lodging for two people in my desired location?
Other - Destinations - 2 Answers
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Get some one to support you....
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Saturday, July 28, 2012
Saturday, July 14, 2012
What is a good party hotel in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico for college students?
What is a good party hotel in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico for college students?
Me and a couple of my college aged buddies are headed down to Puerto Vallarta during the second week of May. I need a good hotel that either has a club on the resort, has a lot of pool/drinking activities, and/or is close to "El Malecon". I was thinking about the Krystal. What are the good clubs to go to down there? Thanks for any help!!!
Puerto Vallarta - 3 Answers
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we went to PV for my senior trip.. we stayed at the bueno ventura .. it was really nice we used the ping pong tables near the pool to play beer pong.. and we walked to most of the clubs and restaurants. the best club is the ZOO.. and if you go on certain days to Collage there will be a foam party
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Paradise Village. It's Huge!
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Krystal is not very close to the malecon...long walk! I just came back from P.V. and stayed at the Plaza Pelicanos Grand Beach Resort. It would be superb for your question, yet also a bit of a walk to centro. We walk one way and take a taxi back cause then we can't walk! Much fun for all, great food, pool and drinking games, shows right there, nice beach,VERY good drinks, friendly vendors.....friendly helpful everyone! Hot tubs, at least one heated pool. and 3 others, in-pool bars in pools. It is not far from clubs, either, and a cab to the malecon might cost $5...They also have jet skis, para sailing, the banana boat rides, diving and can help with discounted tours, etc. Do go 'All-Inclusive' !!
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Me and a couple of my college aged buddies are headed down to Puerto Vallarta during the second week of May. I need a good hotel that either has a club on the resort, has a lot of pool/drinking activities, and/or is close to "El Malecon". I was thinking about the Krystal. What are the good clubs to go to down there? Thanks for any help!!!
Puerto Vallarta - 3 Answers
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we went to PV for my senior trip.. we stayed at the bueno ventura .. it was really nice we used the ping pong tables near the pool to play beer pong.. and we walked to most of the clubs and restaurants. the best club is the ZOO.. and if you go on certain days to Collage there will be a foam party
2 :
Paradise Village. It's Huge!
3 :
Krystal is not very close to the malecon...long walk! I just came back from P.V. and stayed at the Plaza Pelicanos Grand Beach Resort. It would be superb for your question, yet also a bit of a walk to centro. We walk one way and take a taxi back cause then we can't walk! Much fun for all, great food, pool and drinking games, shows right there, nice beach,VERY good drinks, friendly vendors.....friendly helpful everyone! Hot tubs, at least one heated pool. and 3 others, in-pool bars in pools. It is not far from clubs, either, and a cab to the malecon might cost $5...They also have jet skis, para sailing, the banana boat rides, diving and can help with discounted tours, etc. Do go 'All-Inclusive' !!
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Saturday, July 7, 2012
What is the easiest way to deal with money when staying long-term in Mexico?
What is the easiest way to deal with money when staying long-term in Mexico?
I'm a college student, and I'm going to be studying abroad in Mexico for a semester. What is the easiest way to deal with money there? It seems that the cheapest way is to just use a credit card as much as possible (there is a fee for using a credit card, but there is also a fee for using an ATM or getting a wire transfer), but I'm wondering if it might make sense to convert a good amount of money at a bank or currency exchange in the states before going to Mexico, or if the exchange rate there would be as significant as the fee of a credit card or whatever. Can anybody help me? Also, any tips in general about living in Mexico are appreciated. I've taken a preparation course and done some reading, so advice such as "Don't drink the water" is rather redundant, but if you have some little-known advice, I'd appreciate it. Thanks!
Other - Mexico - 8 Answers
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always be careful in foriegn countries they try to swindle you just like in america but with a different tactic.
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The easiest way to handle your money in Mexico is to find an international bank that has affiliates in Mexico and USA. This way you can avoid any transaction fees that would be associated with using ATMs. Credit Cards should ONLY be used in reputable malls/hotels/restaurants. You are going to need cash for most transactions. I would recommend Citibank, HSBC or Bank of America. HSBC is in Mexico, while Citibank and Bank of Am have Mexican affiliates ( Banamex and Santander). It helps to do some research on cultural differences before coming (little things that can be offensive etc.) because you might be surprised. Some Mexicans get annoyed at foreigners because they "slam doors". Cultural research can also help ease culture shock and allow your time to be more enjoyable. No extra advice for living in Mexico-- come to Mex with no expectations and enjoy the undiscovered!
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The safest and most convenient way of dealing with money is to use your ATM card to get cash as you need it. Check with your bank to be sure you can use their card here. If not, then open an account at Bank of America...their cards can be used in Mexico with no problem as they are partners with a Mexican bank...Santander Serfin. You can use your credit card at major stores like supermarkets and Walmart, but not at the little shops. Do not bring a large amount of cash with you. Drink only bottled water...like EVERYBODY else. Relax, enjoy yourself, and have a great time.
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You don't say where you will be staying, it it happens to be Cuernavaca, sign up at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CuernAds/ to get in touch with the foreign community here. About bringing money in to Mexico, I always use my credit card at the window in the bank. They charge about $4.50 for the service and I have gotten up to $5,000 US at one time. The exchange rate is okay and there's no additional charges. You don't want to use your card just anywhere, it can be cloned and you'll find you just bought a bunch of stuff you never knew about. The best exchange rates are at the airport in Mexico city. Best advice? Learn Spanish! Get a Mexican girlfriend!
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This must be an exciting time for you! It sounds like you've done some background work. I'd also advise speaking to someone who, like you, has lived in Mexico. Typically when I travel internationally, I exchange enough cash at the airport to get me to my destination and a little extra. I put spending money in my front pocket and the rest in a money belt tucked inside my pants. We spent a week in Mexico City and took day trips to Cuernavaca and Taxco. It's not wise to flash money. Though we had no issues, I'd remove my money in a restroom or behind closed doors just to be safe and not draw attention to myself. My primary goal is to remain safe.
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Just use your ATM card to get cash. When I was down there, the fee for getting money out was minimal, and the exchange rate made up for it. For example, if I got out 1000 pesos, I would just estimate it as $100 U.S. It would actually be about $95, then with about $2 in fees, the actual total for the transaction was about $97. Then again, maybe I just had a good bank back home that didn't charge me twice for using another bank's ATM. Have a back up plan in case you lose your card. Many places (even some hotels) don't take credit cards. Tips: be very polite. Always greet people with "Buenas dias," "Buenas tardes," or "Buenas Noches". Greet people in stores (or markets) politely before doing business. It can be hard to break large bills, so plan ahead and save some small bills/change for bus rides, bottles of water and other small purchases. Try different things and have fun!
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All good tips here. My best is...tip everybody, all service people, kid in the grocery store who bags your purchases, guy at the gas station. Small change brings big dividends. Smile a lot, try to learn the language, enjoy the experience.
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I'm a college student, and I'm going to be studying abroad in Mexico for a semester. What is the easiest way to deal with money there? It seems that the cheapest way is to just use a credit card as much as possible (there is a fee for using a credit card, but there is also a fee for using an ATM or getting a wire transfer), but I'm wondering if it might make sense to convert a good amount of money at a bank or currency exchange in the states before going to Mexico, or if the exchange rate there would be as significant as the fee of a credit card or whatever. Can anybody help me? Also, any tips in general about living in Mexico are appreciated. I've taken a preparation course and done some reading, so advice such as "Don't drink the water" is rather redundant, but if you have some little-known advice, I'd appreciate it. Thanks!
Other - Mexico - 8 Answers
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always be careful in foriegn countries they try to swindle you just like in america but with a different tactic.
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The easiest way to handle your money in Mexico is to find an international bank that has affiliates in Mexico and USA. This way you can avoid any transaction fees that would be associated with using ATMs. Credit Cards should ONLY be used in reputable malls/hotels/restaurants. You are going to need cash for most transactions. I would recommend Citibank, HSBC or Bank of America. HSBC is in Mexico, while Citibank and Bank of Am have Mexican affiliates ( Banamex and Santander). It helps to do some research on cultural differences before coming (little things that can be offensive etc.) because you might be surprised. Some Mexicans get annoyed at foreigners because they "slam doors". Cultural research can also help ease culture shock and allow your time to be more enjoyable. No extra advice for living in Mexico-- come to Mex with no expectations and enjoy the undiscovered!
3 :
The safest and most convenient way of dealing with money is to use your ATM card to get cash as you need it. Check with your bank to be sure you can use their card here. If not, then open an account at Bank of America...their cards can be used in Mexico with no problem as they are partners with a Mexican bank...Santander Serfin. You can use your credit card at major stores like supermarkets and Walmart, but not at the little shops. Do not bring a large amount of cash with you. Drink only bottled water...like EVERYBODY else. Relax, enjoy yourself, and have a great time.
4 :
You don't say where you will be staying, it it happens to be Cuernavaca, sign up at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CuernAds/ to get in touch with the foreign community here. About bringing money in to Mexico, I always use my credit card at the window in the bank. They charge about $4.50 for the service and I have gotten up to $5,000 US at one time. The exchange rate is okay and there's no additional charges. You don't want to use your card just anywhere, it can be cloned and you'll find you just bought a bunch of stuff you never knew about. The best exchange rates are at the airport in Mexico city. Best advice? Learn Spanish! Get a Mexican girlfriend!
5 :
This must be an exciting time for you! It sounds like you've done some background work. I'd also advise speaking to someone who, like you, has lived in Mexico. Typically when I travel internationally, I exchange enough cash at the airport to get me to my destination and a little extra. I put spending money in my front pocket and the rest in a money belt tucked inside my pants. We spent a week in Mexico City and took day trips to Cuernavaca and Taxco. It's not wise to flash money. Though we had no issues, I'd remove my money in a restroom or behind closed doors just to be safe and not draw attention to myself. My primary goal is to remain safe.
6 :
Just use your ATM card to get cash. When I was down there, the fee for getting money out was minimal, and the exchange rate made up for it. For example, if I got out 1000 pesos, I would just estimate it as $100 U.S. It would actually be about $95, then with about $2 in fees, the actual total for the transaction was about $97. Then again, maybe I just had a good bank back home that didn't charge me twice for using another bank's ATM. Have a back up plan in case you lose your card. Many places (even some hotels) don't take credit cards. Tips: be very polite. Always greet people with "Buenas dias," "Buenas tardes," or "Buenas Noches". Greet people in stores (or markets) politely before doing business. It can be hard to break large bills, so plan ahead and save some small bills/change for bus rides, bottles of water and other small purchases. Try different things and have fun!
7 :
All good tips here. My best is...tip everybody, all service people, kid in the grocery store who bags your purchases, guy at the gas station. Small change brings big dividends. Smile a lot, try to learn the language, enjoy the experience.
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Sunday, July 1, 2012
what are good universities in monterrey mexico?
what are good universities in monterrey mexico?
I'm a high school student that is looking for good universities in monterrey mexico, one that has great medical careers I really want to become a plastic surgeon.
Higher Education (University +) - 2 Answers
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The Monterrey Institute of Technologhy and Higher Education seems like a pretty dang good college to look-up...that's right, live your life and impress those sexy mexican chicks n after u complete your terms n somebody says your a loser n have no life...just say "Shut up, atleast I have a Ph D. u faggot!" And say it with pride just 4 me!
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Monterrey Tech is really good but it is private and expensive for foreign students, but if your budget is low you can also study at the State University of Nuevo León (UANL) which is also good and very cheap, like 1000 dollar per year. Both are really good universities. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monterrey_Institute_of_Technology_and_Higher_Education
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I'm a high school student that is looking for good universities in monterrey mexico, one that has great medical careers I really want to become a plastic surgeon.
Higher Education (University +) - 2 Answers
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The Monterrey Institute of Technologhy and Higher Education seems like a pretty dang good college to look-up...that's right, live your life and impress those sexy mexican chicks n after u complete your terms n somebody says your a loser n have no life...just say "Shut up, atleast I have a Ph D. u faggot!" And say it with pride just 4 me!
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Monterrey Tech is really good but it is private and expensive for foreign students, but if your budget is low you can also study at the State University of Nuevo León (UANL) which is also good and very cheap, like 1000 dollar per year. Both are really good universities. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monterrey_Institute_of_Technology_and_Higher_Education
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