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Expertise
I cannot answer car permit questions. I can intelligently answer just about any question about driving in mainland Mexico, living in Mexico and hot springs in Mexico. I do not recommend specific hotels, there are quidebooks for that. I am not a Baja expert. That is a different part of the country and there are plenty of people who know more about it than I do. Naturally, I have a web site (www.mexicomike.com) and make a living with personal consultations, but am here to offer good advice for general topics for free. But please understand that I can't answer detailed questions about moving or extensive driving trips to Mexico here without being unfair to my paying clients. And please, no car permit questions.
Experience in the area
Driving Mexico -- I have been driving to Mexico since 1968 and writing travel guides for drivers to Mexico since 1984. I frequently drive the country and have a reputation for honesty and integrity. I will tell people the plusses and minuses of traveling in and living in Mexico. Living in Mexico -- I have lived and done business in Mexico. My book, 'Live Better South of the Border' has been in print since 1997 and speaks to people of all ages, not just retirees. Hot springs of Mexico -- I have been researching and enjoying Mexican hot sprigs since the lsat 1980's. My book 'Spas & Hot Springs of Mexico' was the first book on Mexico's hot springs. It is now out of print, but selling for $60 or so on Amazon as a collector's item.
Organizations
Chamber of Commerce, McAllen TX International Committee, Chamber of Commerce, McAllen, TX
Publications
Frommers, Fommers, Insight Guides, Dallas Morning News, Mexico Business Magazine, McAllen Monitor, Mexico City News, San Miguel de Allende paper 'Atencion' and so on
Education/Credentials
As the author of more than a dozen books on Mexico and psychology, I believe that speaks for my being educated.
Awards and Honors
NY Times -- Profiled for writing about driving Mexico. Wall Street Journal -- Profiled for writing about driving Mexico. Texas Monthly -- ditto. Former Mecia Spokesman (1997) for the Mexican Tourimm Ministry
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| Carolyn | 11/07/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Bill | 09/23/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Jim | 08/27/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Mike is great; quick replies, knowledgeable, not ..... |
| Branden | 08/26/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you Mike. That really helps me ..... |
| David Ladely | 08/23/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for the quick response and thorough ..... |
Recent Answers from Mexico Mike
2009-11-21 Driving to Cuernavaca, MX from Laredo, TX:
I suspect that you two have never driven in Mexico before, so I sincerely suggest you visit my site www.mexicomike.com to learn more about what to expect and how driving is different. Monterrey is a huge
2009-11-06 Expired Vehicle in Mexico:
Carolyn, It is difficult to answer you completely because like most things dealing with regulations in Mexico, solutions to problems are not always clear cut. That is why I suggested you continue talking
2009-11-06 Expired Vehicle in Mexico:
Carolyn, I am sorry, but I cannot give you good news. The reason for the car permits is to prevent exactly what happened. PLEASE do not take this personally. This explanation is for people who might
2009-10-23 FM 3 "Registration":
Jeff, you have to have a Mexican address for your FM3 to be valid and you need to inform the authorities (INM) of it. I helped a guy in San Blas who 'registered' his FM3, but did not live in his house
2009-10-21 Driving/camping:
First of all, good for you! Driving is the best way to really see the country. In terms of your choices, which is best for you depends on what you want to see besides beaches. Ruins? Wildlife? Natural
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