No traveler can be too well prepared, and your customers will appreciate advice on how to have a safer and more enjoyable trip to Mexico with these 5 tips taken from our newly enhanced Mexico Destination Specialist course that is launching shortly!
- The pace of life in the cities of North America is much faster than in Mexico. Slowing down without moving slowly is a fine art, whether wandering the cobblestone streets of a colonial city or strolling along a beach. Suggest that travelers adjust their pace to match that of the Mexicans.
- Mexicans usually take a siesta break after lunch. During this time, restaurant fare may not be available. Advise travelers to carry fruit and prepackaged snacks such as cookies, crackers, or yogurt that can bridge the gap between meals.
- Help travelers do their homework by telling them about the climate and temperature range at their destinations. Mountains, high plains, and deserts are cold at night; most beach destinations are warm to hot and may be intensely humid in some seasons. Air-conditioning can become very cold, so it is smart for them to take along a light sweater or jacket.
- Mexican destinations are closer to the equator and to the sun’s intensity. Beach destinations boast about their number of sunny days per year, but exposure without application of sunscreen, a hat, and cover-up is a recipe for disaster. Many snorkelers wear T-shirts, shorts, and even loose, long pants to avoid sunburn when in the water.
- Beaches tend to be happy, active, crowded places, but visitors should pay attention to belongings. Isolated and deserted areas should be avoided, and travelers venturing away from standard tourist routes should cautious of human and natural dangers.
BONUS TIP:
- Culture dictates a polite greeting whenever another person comes into view, as simple as buenos días (good day); buenas tardes (good afternoon, good evening); and buenas noches (good night). Tourists should learn hola (hello), por favor (please), and gracias (thank you). A smile is appreciated in any language.
