Comments on: Explore Mexico on $430, Part 2: Acapulco!

By: William

William — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 05:17:13 +0000

Hi Richard – I very seldom suggest any place to stay – people have different expectations, but, I just found this deal… Now, remember, I haven’t been in to check it out – but, location, etc., seems good. And the rates are good! http://www.sandsarenas.com/index_in.html
Let me know how it turns out.
Best to you, Barbie

By: Barbie

Barbie — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 06:16:55 +0000

Hi Charles – that’s found on page 19 of my book, Retire In Luxury
You can order straight from my site – it’s an ebook, so you will receive it immediately – no waiting! Barbie

By: Charles

Charles — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 00:23:59 +0000

I have a question regarding pets (dogs and a cat).

What is required to bring them into Mexico and what is required to return them back into the U.S.?

Charles

By: Barbie

Barbie — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 02:31:16 +0000

Hi Richard – I very seldom suggest any place to stay – people have different expectations, but, I just found this deal… Now, remember, I haven’t been in to check it out – but, location, etc., seems good. And the rates are great! http://www.sandsarenas.com/index_in.html
Let me know how it turns out.
Best to you, Barbie

By: Richard McClure

Richard McClure — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 16:14:22 +0000

Barbie,

I am retired now in Florida but the cost is getting high. I am planning to fly down to Mazatkan in May to look around. I would like to find a place to stay for a week. I am not pickie cleen is nice.

Thanks for any help.

Richard

By: Barbie

Barbie — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 02:50:02 +0000

Hi Joey,
Tight money, student loans, and you’re headed where? for how long? Why? I know I’m sounding like a Grandma – but, that’s what I am. Things have changed – my kids used student loans to pay off college expenses – is Acapulco pertinent to your schooling? Maybe it is. Now, off my preaching podium – Joey, I hesitate to suggest places for people, ’cause one person’s “nice” is another’s “ugg”. Perhaps you can get on a good chatline and ask some expats living there if they know of any apartments or rooms. Usually, word of mouth info will get you the best deals. Best to you, Barbie – and good luck in your education pursuit. Barbie

By: Barbie

Barbie — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 01:53:46 +0000

Panama ranks higher in a Quality of Life index than does Mexico. Panama and Mexico rank almost the same as far as Cost of Living…with Belize a bit lower. Mexico ranked highest as far as healthcare, and Mexico ranked highest as far as Climate…but – all in all, the three rank pretty close for everything. Just depends on your desires. Belize is not that easy to reach, and Panama is quite a distance too. When we retired, you’ll see in my book, Retire In Luxury, Mexico placed #1 as the best place to retire, with Panama coming in at #5, and Belize at #6. These ratings do change from time to time.

By: Barbie

Barbie — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 01:40:36 +0000

You’re welcome. Enjoy!

By: joey beebe

joey beebe — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 07:52:18 +0000

hello.
i’m heading to acapulco in 8 days.
i’ve returned to college, so money is tight, i’m living off student loans. i am in need of an apartment for 2-5 months. do you have any connections that may assist me in this task.
also, do you know of an inexpensive place to stay until i find an apt. ?
i appreciate your help.
sincerely and God bless you.
joey beebe

By: Barbie

Barbie — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 01:35:21 +0000

Hi David start at http://www.cabodoc.com/ScorpionStings.htm and shoes are always suggested, but always check your shoes before putting you tootsies in them :) Barbie

By: Barbie

Barbie — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 01:33:46 +0000

Hi, Margaret:

I don’t have any information on rentals, but I will see what I can find. Mostly I focus on houses for sale because the information stays relatively current. With regard to rentals, prices and availability usually fluctuate, so it’s hard to write about that.

But I will se what I can do! The next time I come across rental information, I will post it!

Best regards,
Barbie

By: Margaret Rannow

Margaret Rannow — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 21:36:47 +0000

Can we have more info on Mazatlan Properties. Apartments or places around Angela Peralta?

By: David Coats

David Coats — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:36:13 +0000

Barbie, thanks for keeping us informed. I have a question, we are still wanting to move to the Cabo area, is their a book or pamphlet we can acquire alerting us to scorpions, snakes etc which can be encountered and what should we know to be prepared in the event we are stung, bitten etc. Thanks, David.

By: Susan Young

Susan Young — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:39:31 +0000

Thanks Barbie for your very informative article about Acapulco. Having just retired to our home in San Felipe, Baja, my husband and I do hope to explore other parts of Mexico over the next few years and cruising is one of our favorite means of travel.

By: terry lunaford

terry lunaford — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 13:21:27 +0000

HiBarbie, best places to retire in Mexico as far as costs and safety? For many years I planned to retire in Mexico and have visited many times. I am now considering Belize and Panama because of the safety factor I live in Houston so Mexico is a natural, also I am single. Please give me a comparison. I read your blogs wherever I find them. Thanks Terry.