Best Hiking Trails in New Mexico. TOP 15
Best Hiking Trails in New Mexico. TOP 15: La Luz, Canyon, Tsankawi, Goose Lake, Dale Ball, Pino, The Gila Loop, Zuni-Acoma, Pine Tree, Atalaya Mountain, Trampas Lakes, Bandelier National Monument, Catwalk, Alkali Flat, Wheeler Peak.
SCAMMED in CANCUN and PLAYA DEL CARMEN, MEXICO
Learn from our mistakes. How to avoid scams / tourist traps in Cancun, Playa del Carmen, & Cozumel.
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If you are planning to travel in Mexico, specifically to Cozumel, Playa del Carmen, Cancun, or any other Riviera Maya destination, we hope this video helps make your trip more enjoyable. These are ways that we were scammed in these cities in Mexico, despite speaking Spanish and currently living in the country.
We think some of the behavior in Playa del Carmen and these other locations is unethical, wrong, and dishonest. We don't want other people to fall into tourist traps (ike we did) because they didn't know what to look for or how to stick up for themselves. Most of these scams happened on 5th Avenue (Quinta Avenida in Playa del Carmen) and also in Cozumel.
Scams and Tourist Traps We Discuss:
- Taxi scams in Cancun, Mexico
- Tipping cab drivers in Mexico
- Extra charges on the bill for substitutions
- Two for one drinks in Playa del Carmen
- Adding random things to the bill
- Charging different prices than the menu says
- Ordering water at a restaurant in Mexico
- Forced gratuity added to the bill in Playa del Carmen and Cozumel
- What to tip in Mexico
- How to avoid getting scammed in Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel
- What to do when you're getting scammed
HONEST RESTAURANTS WE RECOMMEND:
1. Lido Beach Club in Playa del Carmen
2. Carboncitos in Playa del Carmen
3. Tequila Beach Club in Cozumel
4. Madrez Cafe in Playa del Carmen
5. Tequila Barrel in Playa del Carmen
Do you have any questions about scams in Cancun / Playa del Carmen / Cozumel? Ask in the comments! We don't want anyone to be taken advantage of while they're in Mexico (or anywhere else for that matter).
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PLAYA DEL CARMEN, MEXICO - A Giant TOURIST TRAP?!?
We're staying on 5th Avenue in Playa del Carmen and wondering...is this place just a giant tourist trap??
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It's the start of our Playa del Carmen 2018 trip and we are looking for some beach fun and good times on 5th Avenue. We didn't know what to expect in this Quintanaroo state, especially after visiting Tulum earlier in the week. What we found in our Playa del Carmen vlog was pretty unexpected ... LOTS of tourist traps, repeated scams, and a little more sargazo on the beach than we would have liked.
But that's not going to get us down! We continue to explore along the Playa del Carmen beach and Quinta Avenida as we enjoy the gorgeous weather and all that the Riviera Maya has to offer. We also share what to do in Playa del Carmen where you WON'T fall into a tourist trap.
One of our favorite parts of the trip was staying at Hotel Lunata. We recommend it if you're planning a trip here. It's right on 5th avenue and just a block from the beach. Plus, AC...YASS!
Coming up, we visit the island of Cozumel, go snorkeling in the clear ocean waters, and head back to Ajijic....only to pack up again and continue traveling in Mexico!!
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New Mexico True OVERview
Three minutes of aerial video, all around beautiful New Mexico.
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Shot with DJI Inspire 1 and DJI Phantom Vision 2 Plus
All flights were either in non-restricted airspace or with permission.
Scenes (in order of first appearance):
Albuquerque skyline
Santa Fe skyline
Las Cruces from I-10 rest area (w/ “The Roadrunner” by Olin Calk)
Valles Caldera National Preserve
Rio Grande Gorge near Taos
Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness
Black Range outside Kingston, near Emory Pass
Taos Ski Valley
Blue Hole, Santa Rosa
Twin Warriors Golf Club, Santa Ana Pueblo
San Lorenzo Canyon near San Acacia
Rio Grande Rafting (Racecourse section)
Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument
Bottomless Lakes State Park
Jal Lake
Clayton Lake State Park
Elephant Butte Lake State Park
Rio Grande at Arroyo Hondo
Rio Grande at Corrales
Storrie Lake State Park
Sugarite Canyon State Park
Taos Pueblo
Western New Mexico University, Silver City
Santa Ana Star Center, Rio Rancho
Lea County Courthouse, Lovington
Union County Courthouse, Clayton
Fort Sumner Historic Site/Bosque Redondo Memorial
National Hispanic Cultural Center, Albuquerque
Las Vegas (Plaza, Charlie’s Spic and Span, Castaneda Hotel, Highlands University)
San Jose de Gracia Church, Las Trampas
El Santuario de Chimayo
Artesia (and “Derrick Floor & Oilfield Pioneer Monument” and “Partners” sculptures)
Lake Carlsbad Beach Park, Carlsbad
Clayton and Eklund Hotel
Red River
Silver City Downtown
The Lodge at Cloudcroft
Hobbs High School
Cleveland High School, Rio Rancho
Lovington High School
City of Rocks State Park
Hobbs Welcome Sign
Trestle Recreation Area, Cloudcroft
New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum, Las Cruces
Cordova
Ruidoso Downs
Ghost Ranch Education & Retreat Center
Hillsboro
Raton
Hubbard Museum of the American West, Ruidoso Downs
Corrales
Jemez Mountains
Brantley Lake State Park
Burro Avenue, Cloudcroft
Rockwind Community Links, Hobbs
Elephant Butte Dam
Zia Park Racetrack, Hobbs
John Dunn Bridge, Arroyo Hondo
El Rancho de las Golondrinas
Victory Ranch Alpacas, Mora
Ruidoso
Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument, Las Cruces
Santa Fe Railyard
Sandia Peak Tramway, Albuquerque
Stone Island Tour in MAZATLAN, MEXICO
Before going on an excursion, we were skeptical, to say the least. Are they worth it or is it just another tourist trap? After haggling the price down to 750 pesos for the two of us, we went on a Stone Island Tour in Mazatlán, Mexico. In this video, we share some of the stunning views we saw from our catamaran ride, our experience horseback riding, and what you can expect from a day tour in Mazatlan.
Sierra Blanca Peak New Mexico
Hiking to Sierra Blanca Peak and Lookout Point in Lincoln National Forest above Ski Apache in New Mexico.
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COZUMEL, MEXICO - This beach is AWESOME!!
We took the ferry from Playa del Carmen to Cozumel Mexico to discover the BEST BEACH as we travel Mexico.
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It's our last day staying on 5th Avenue in Playa del Carmen. In our travel Mexico vlog, we decided to take the 400+ peso ferry to the island of Cozumel Mexico in search of the best beach near Playa del Carmen. We did have to deal with some tourist traps on the island initially, but we quickly realized it was a good decision to travel here for the day.
We ended up spending the day at Tequila Beach Club, a local place not too far away from the ferry that we found from a few searches on Google Maps. The basic package was reasonably priced and included a drink, snorkeling equipment, beach chair, and access to the facilities. We had an absolute blast playing on the ocean jungle gym, snorkeling in crystal clear waters next to tropical fish, and relaxing on the beach in Cozumel.
If you're wondering what's it like in Cozumel Mexico, we hope our Mexico travel vlog gives you a little taste of what this island is all about. Make sure to stay vigilant to avoid tourist traps on Cozumel so you have a great time like we did!
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WHERE TO STAY in Playa Del Carmen: We really enjoyed our stay at Hotel Lunata!
BEST BEACH CLUB: Well, if you're taking the ferry over to Isla Cozumel, we can recommend Tequila Beach Club. But if you're staying in Playa Del Carmen, we highly recommend Lido Beach Club - It has great drinks, food, and some of the best prices we've seen in Playa del Carmen.
WHERE TO EAT: We really enjoyed Carboncitos and Lido beach club. There weren't a lot of restaurants who treated us fairly, so be sure to stay vigilant if you go elsewhere, and give these honest restaurants your business.
WHERE TO PARTY: Tequila Barrel is where it's at! It's not a nightclub by any means but it's a bar that's full of energy, fun servers, dancing, and bar flare! Check it out in this video:
WHAT TO SEE (Day Trips): We highly recommend seeing the Coba ruins and going to the 3 cenotes nearby. It is an unforgettable experience! Check it out in this video:
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How Expensive is Mexico City? — Living on $10 a Day in Mexico
How to live or travel in Mexico City (CDMX) for only $10 a day.
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You can live cheap in Mexico for only $10, and in this challenge I'll show you how it's done.
I'll be showing you a mix of sit down restaurants and Mexican street food... you ready? Let's go!
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USA Road Trip Day 9 | Amarillo, Texas - Santa Fe, NM | Eva Explores Snapchat
April 24th, 2016: Waking up in Amarillo, Texas. Going to see a famous roadside attraction. Driving on Route 66 to Santa Fe, New Mexico.
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Hiking a Volcano in Mexico: An Aztec Love Story!
After climbing Mexico’s 6th highest peak, La Malinche, we set our sights even higher. As we continued heading north we couldn’t help but be drawn to the two volcanoes named Izta and Popo towering over 17,000 feet elevation. Come along with us and watch the video as we reach new heights on our hike up the 17,160 foot tall Iztaccihuatl, Mexico’s 3rd highest peak!
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