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Backpacking Mexico

My backpacking journey through Mexico. I travelled to different cities and experienced a rich and different culture to Ireland. The street food... muy rico!

luke mcgrane
by luke mcgraneAbout Me:I've been travelling since I was in diapers. I've been on every continent, bar Antartica. I like adventure-sport, movement, music and adventure. Currently travelling Colombia. Peru is next! read more

North AmericaMexico42 days / October - November 2020

Highs & Lows

Exploring Teotihuacan, an ancient set of cluster of Mayan pyramids.

Food poisoning from street food.

Itinerary Overview

  • 28 Nights: Mexico City
    It was the beginning of my trip and a great transport hub from which to visit other areas.
  • Day trip: Tepotzotlán
    Explore the city and hike to the Tepozteco Pyramid.
  • 14 Nights: Puerto Escondido
    Surfing and beachtime.

Q & A

  • What would you have changed?

    Night life is pretty poor during covid times but I guess thats the price you pay for travel during the pandemic.

  • Anything go wrong during the trip?

    Some unpleasent guys at the beach have a business of ripping off tourists for surfboard rentals. Best bet is to get your rental through the hostel.

  • How was the food?

    No need for a restaurant! The street food is so damn good!

  • What tips would you give a friend?

    Use Uber as much as possible.

  • Packing tips?

    Sunscreen, shorts, portable charger.

  • Transportation Tips?

    Uber is probably your best bet but public transport is very cheap and efficient.

Lodging

  • Mexico City, CDMX, Mexico

    Hostel Home, beautiful and friendly little hostel with all the necessities. Rooms were dorms and clean.

  • Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Mexico

    The Selina, beautiful social hostel. Really modern and clean with bar, pool and restaurant. Surf boards available for rent also!