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RE: Copper Canyon - you have to do it!!
We did the opposite trip. We traveled from Monterrey to Chihuahua and then down to Creel and Divisidero. We left our rv at San Rafael and took the train to El Fuerte, spent the night and came back.
Best trip so far in my life and we want to do it again. Exellent foods, wonderful people and a lot of culture to uncover. We also visited the Pacime ruins and boondocked all the way.
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qtla9111
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05/20/12 04:39pm |
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Position Wanted - South Texas/Gulf Coast
Looking for a summer (June through September) position in the South Texas/Gulf Coast region. Have camp host experience. Resume available upon request.
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qtla9111
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05/19/12 01:39pm |
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RE: why we love Mexico
Well,once again what started out as nice description of one's travels, has degenerated into a pissing match between posters. This is happening so often lately, that a once entertaining and informative forum is now a testosterone charged, chest thumping, mine is bigger than yours diatribe, that I am thinking of finding a friendlier place to hang out. Funny thing is, if we got all these heroes around a campfire, chances are they would not only be civil to each other, but downright friendly.
If you find it, let us know. Just about all forums are this way. I would hope the discussion would be the same around the campfire. Doesn't mean it isn't friendly.
These are real issues that need to be discussed. I started a photo thread, no one joined in. What do you suggest?
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qtla9111
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05/15/12 05:28pm |
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RE: why we love Mexico
I am in McAllen, Tx this week and talking with locals in all the small towns across the RGV. They all say the same thing. It is perception. The news isn't reporting what is going on so for them it is out of sight out of mind.
Police along the Hwy 83 corridor have now been issued AR-15s (sheriff's department purchased 150 of them). Everyone here has their own story.
Doesn't matter where you live anymore. Rv safely, and have fun. If you think it's not true, you living in smoke and mirrors.
I won't let things stop me from living.
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qtla9111
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05/15/12 10:38am |
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RE: why we love Mexico
For those who have never traveled outside their country, or only did so while in military service, they have no idea of what is being missed. All religion aside, nature gave me and created the whole planet, of which I intend or will attempt to see. Even the mountains of Afghanistan I find interesting, as well as a job offer in Kurdistan. Not all people in the world are bad and we could throw information and statistics back and forth forever. In the end, I live here and find it extremely difficult and expensive to travel to the great northwest. However, the world reknowned Copper Canyon in Chihuahua is only two short driving days.
As others have said, I've seen all that in the U.S. It's nice, but not any nicer than any other place. All places are nice, I'm glad I have the vision to be able to see that.
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qtla9111
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05/14/12 08:52am |
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RE: why we love Mexico
I love it and live it. Nothing like hearing the bells of sheep as they pass by or the roosters crowing in the morning. That's how most of the world lives. Only about 1/6 of the planet lives in an air conditioned bubble.
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qtla9111
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05/13/12 12:15pm |
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RE: Plans, Winter 2012
Haven't you heard, they have found a Mayan calendar which goes out to about 3500AD? still I'm happy for the increase in tourism for the area.
They couldn't let us have just one good year, could they??? :D
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qtla9111
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05/12/12 05:00pm |
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RE: Who is in Mexico
Hacienda Contreras here in Jalisco. Waiting for rainy season to start so I can stop watering and Sal's sweet corn will grow. Hopefully before we leave for vacation in the states in July. 1 Rver now, another on weekends, locals.
Hmmm, I feel like riding a tractor ;)
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qtla9111
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05/10/12 08:31am |
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RE: Cameron County - Isla Blanca South Padre Island
We didn't make it to SPI. Heavy rains stopped us in La Feria. I did call Isla Blanca and we asked to reserve the 150 dollar a week site which is no cable. She told me those are outside the park next to Dirty Al's.
We may head down there this week and scope out a place. The crow, or sand, awaits me!
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qtla9111
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05/10/12 06:48am |
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RE: FM2/3 holders - is FMM also required . . .
Personally, I never liked the consulate concept of getting permits be it FM3 or tourist card now . Someone in San Antonio at the consulate would say one thing and at the border the officers another. You still have to stop at the border anyway so you might as well just do it there.
I never saw it as a time saver or a way to eliminate any bureaucracy. JMHO
That's why I never use the American consulate here in Monterrey for anything. Same thing.
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qtla9111
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05/10/12 06:37am |
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RE: FM2/3 holders - is FMM also required . . .
I know it is too late but one should never apply for an FM3 (old name) at a consulate. I actually thought that consulates could no longer start the procedure. The proper method for anyone else reading this is to get your FMM at the border. Good for 6 months. You take that with you to the INM office and they start the procedure using your FMM. It sounds like you are moving around while in Mexico. You need some sort of permanent address. Some use CG's. You also need either a Mexican water,power or phone bill in your name. To the best of my knowledge you have to renew your FM3 at the same office. You should also be aware that each office interprets the rules differently. Our office requires you to pick up the FM3. No mailing. If they do mail it you might never see it again. You could have it couriered. Sorry but I have no answer for your dilemna.
Moisheh
Agreed. You need a Mexican address and a utility bill of some kind. Play the game, get your FM3 and be on your way.
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qtla9111
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05/09/12 06:31pm |
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RE: Poor Carlos Slim fined $1B
Lew, I guess we are on different sides when it comes to Slim. All I can say is, buyer beware.
On the positive side of this capitalist giant are the following fact:
He has lived in the same house for 40 years
Takes the subway to work (body guards in tow)
Employees 200,000 people in Mexico, Central and South America
Has helped 165,000 students through school
Has paid bail for 50,000 people in jail who could not afford legal counsel
Recently created the Carso Institute for Health
Has invested 4 billion dollars in education and health and is investing an additional 6 billion dollars this year in the Telmex Foundation
I wish Mexico had another 100 Slims. He has the vision to see that education is the key to success and he is willing to share his wealth.
(AT&T contributed a measly 148 million in 2010 as a comparison)
I'm sure we could uncover many negatives but we are all human. Based on the Mexican presidential debate last night, we won't have to worry about a socialist president. The guy, Lopez Obrador, made a fool out of himself.
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qtla9111
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05/07/12 05:02pm |
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RE: Poor Carlos Slim fined $1B
Sorry, no plan here. I have prepago too. I use Skype for national/international long distance.
People need to be smart consumers and know how their company charges and what are the discounts.
Telcel Amigo rates:
3 amigo numbers at no charge
9 favorite long distance (national) .98 pesos per minute
Amigo Plus TODO DESTINO $3.98 pesos U.S. and Canada
Purchase 150 pesos credit and all calls are 1.98 pesos per minute
Doesn't seem unreasonable to me. The other option is the 389 peso per month landline, 100 minutes long distance and high speed internet.
Most people never have any balance on their phones. They put 20 pesos a month just to keep the phone in service and use it to receive calls.
And trust me Lew, I'm not rich by any means. Anyone who has been to my house knows I'm just a little guy.
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qtla9111
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05/07/12 11:52am |
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RE: Cameron County - Isla Blanca South Padre Island
Park Rates.
Thanks Ron. Now I have the pleasure of eating sand. I will post the picture on Thursday after we arrive to the beach :S
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qtla9111
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05/07/12 11:40am |
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Cameron County - Isla Blanca South Padre Island
In my never ending search for a place to stay along the Texas coast for the month of May, I gave in and decided to check out Isla Blanca. I love the place but the admin stinks, so I have avoided it the last few years.
I went to their webpage Cameron County and began a futile search for information regarding their park and their rates.
I ended up calling them in hopes they could educate me on the nuances of their website. First call gave me an operator who said I needed to dial another number. Second attempt an automated system of options of which I chose 1, park information. No one answered and it went to an answering machine.
Calling a second time, a gentleman answered who said he didn't know if the rates were listed on the website or not but he did offer to give them to me.
If someone can access the link above and find a page with the information, I will post a picture of me eating sand. If you do find it, you are a true genius being able to navigate such a bureaucratic website.
And yes, I know, I have the option to go somewhere else or, if you can't afford it you shouldn't be rving.
(This is very frustrating :M)
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qtla9111
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05/07/12 10:02am |
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RE: Feliz Cinco de Mayo
I kept an eye on the news yesterday and today. Not even a mention. When I lived in Texas though, you would have thought it was a national holiday. More about beer and sausage on a stick and turkey legs than anything else. Oh, and Tejano music.
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qtla9111
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05/06/12 11:35am |
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RE: Rv Park Websites - Rates
These are the actual websites for the parks. They show amenities, activities, etc. but no rates.
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qtla9111
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05/05/12 09:30pm |
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Rv Park Websites - Rates
I have been doing some research for an upcoming trip and find it funny that many rv parks don't have rates listed on the webpage. You have to send them a mail.
I decided to pass those up. I mean why would you have someone go to all the trouble only to find out it is not in their price range? A waste of time for the office employees too. Is it some big secret?
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qtla9111
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05/05/12 09:21pm |
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RE: Feliz Cinco de Mayo
most americans think its the independance of mexico
Funny, when this thread first started I commented to my SO who replied with the same answer.
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qtla9111
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05/05/12 09:17pm |
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RE: Feliz Cinco de Mayo
As you said, it is a gringo holiday. No celebrations here in Monterrey. We had a huge storm last night so I cleaned the pool, picked up all the downed tree limbs, went to the gym, supermarket, came home and finished working on the pool.
We are getting ready for a three week trip, not sure if it will be the Texas coast or Veracruz (boondocking). Leaving on Wednesday through the end of the month. Just came back from SMA on a ten day trip with family from Idaho. Lots of fun. A real learning experience for family. They can't wait to come back.
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qtla9111
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05/05/12 07:45pm |
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