Mexico
RVing In Mexico: Ask Dot and Bill
By Bill and Dot Bell

RV in Mexico

Bill and Dot Bell

Dot and Bill Bell are Mexican RV experts and have taught and led seminars about camping in Mexico throughout Canada and the US. Their website, is considered the most up-to-date source about camping and RVing south of the border.Questions this issue:

In this issue
Gold courses in Mexico
Find others to travel with in Mexico
Road conditions

Dear Dot and Bill,
I have heard that golf is very expensive in Mexico. My neighbor said he paid more than $200 a round in the Baja. Isn't there anything more reasonable? -- Jeff, avid golfer from Surrey, BC

Hi Jeff,
There still may be time to order a golf book from the Mexican Tourist Board. Call 1-800-44MEXICO and ask for a golf directory. The directory lists many golf courses by state, gives the standard description and statistics as well as gives prices. While like all publications, the prices go out of date quickly but it will give you a general idea regarding price.

We have found some real gems this way. Mexicali, for example, has a very inexpensive and good course. We are

Golfing in Mexico can be expensive or cheap

currently in a community 40 miles north of Puerto Vallarta, and our local par three course is only $15 to $20 a day. If you are staying a week, a month or even a whole season you can get substantial savings.

Don't be afraid to pack those clubs. Yes, golf in Mexico can be expensive, but you can find reasonable golf in many parts of the country that will challenge your skills and not your pocketbook. -- FORE!

Dear editor,
I want to go to Mexico this winter and am looking for someone to accompany me. I'm a single woman in my mid 50s who will like to join a few others who are going to Baja. I am not interested in a caravan. -- Christine Keller

Hi Christine,
There are a few ways that you can travel with others. We offer a free listing on our website www.ontheroadin.com for people that want to build their own caravan or have company along the way. We will also publicize thes free ads in our monthly e-zine "The Mexican Journal." It is distributed to 23,000 readers. Just write us (editor@ontheroadin.com) with your ad and particulars.

Another idea is to join with others to campground hop. Camp in a location where RVers are likely to be crossing into Mexico. Make friends and ask if you could tag along to the next community. We have always found the generosity of RVers cannot be beat. If you use this strategy, go during the busy RV season of November to March. You will find many folks willing to lead you or join together.

Dear Dot and Bill,
I have never traveled to Mexico by RV but I am taking the plunge this January. I want to go down the gulf coast and then travel around the Yucatan. What are the roads conditions like? Will it be too crowded at this time? -- Brad, Seattle

Dear Brad,
Please consider taking our Edmonds course on September 14 at the RV Bookstore. It will really be able to prime you for your maiden voyage.

There are many good spots to camp on the gulf coast but the Costa Esmerlada has many fine locations to drop anchor

Roads on the Gulf Coast are for the most part non-toll, two lane roads with few pullouts and shoulders. However they are generally in good shape with few potholes. The weather during rainy season (and hurricane season) determines to a great extent the road conditions. If you are considering January, local governments will have an opportunity to fill in cracks and holes cause by the annual rains. The roads are generally decent and flat so you can make good time. Roads on the Yucatan tend to be bigger with more toll roads (freeways) and are generally in a reliable good condition. February is a perfect month to start your travels. January and February are very busy in the Yucatan and you may just be pulling in as the snowbirds are packing up and leaving.

For more information about RVing and exploring Mexico, go to The Bell's Website or to ask your question about RVing in Mexico write editor@ontheroadin.com .

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