Quote: (11-25-2016 08:40 PM)Jagnum Wrote:
I have an opportunity starting in January that will allow me to work two days a week via Skype – like a Monday and Wednesday. I’m effectively teaching a class to students remotely.
I’ll earn enough (I think) to meet my living and travel expenses for the three months.
So I’m going to teach, game, and write – for three months.
First—if anyone has cities they might suggest living in Mexico for three months it’d be good to hear from you. Even if you’ve only visited Mexico and have never lived there, any ideas welcome, no matter how brief.
Second — I know a bunch of men on this forum like LINUX have lived abroad for stretches at a time, many in Latin America, to game while they work. Any advice here. Questions on:
- renting an apartment versus staying in hotels/guesthouses
- staying in one city the whole time and making week-long trips, or moving cities every two weeks
- daygaming girls—do you insta-date them or do you prefer to get digits and meet at night
- gaming online—wasn’t something I plan to do unless you recommend it (rarely online game in the States)
I speak moderate Spanish, and with a little practice, I can hold a conversation.
I would work the students and visiting foreign students - especially those learning Spanish
I haven't been to Mexico. However, I am an avid arm-chair traveler.
My inclination is to completely avoid the "beach scene" and resorts where most Norte Americanos go. Instead, I want to visit and stay where working Mexico and Mexicans live. But edge towards where the foreigners hang out, too.
One overall guide to visiting Mexico, in outline:
http://www.pilotguides.com/destinations/...n/mexico/#
Personally, I would look to root myself in either the smaller city of Cuernavaca, or else the larger city of Guadalajara. Both are said to be very student friendly - for Mexicans as well as visitors learning Spanish. Lodging and rooms or hostels are affordable to cheap - or so I read.
From this (or either) base, you can explore areas like the following - or else the mega-huge Mexico City.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cuernavaca
"City of Eternal Spring" because of a year-round temperature in the 70sF - a population of roughly 400K. It is 90km South of Mexico city, in Mexico’s second tiniest state, and it is perpetually green, the year round. (
http://www.visitmexico.com/en/cuernavaca)
It’s a city long popular with the rich of Mexico, Americans, as well as students studying Spanish.
Not to far away, East of Mexico City, is the state of Hildago. It is rural and scenic and reportedly very safe. (
http://wikitravel.org/en/Hidalgo)
Some itineraries are there at the LINK, as well as links to other destination towns or cities like these:
Quote:Quote:
•Mexico City: The national capital, it lies few kilometers away from the state. Easily reachable.
•Querétaro: Colonial city with a relaxed atmosphere and good tourist attractions.
•Puebla: Colonial city, very popular amongst tourists.
•Tlaxcala: Small colonial city, not so popular but beautiful.
Guadalajara has about 1.5 million, but also with over 4 million in total in surrounding municipal population. It is the second largest city and metro area in Mexico, after Mexico City itself.
https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Guadalajara
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guadalajara
Guadalajara has long attracted many American and international students to study Spanish. The University of Guadalajara maintains 15 campuses throughout the state of Jalisco, including a large online student population, amounting to over 115,00o in all.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Guadalajara
This map of Guadalajara and its location among the 32 Mexican States may be helpful for orientation.
Far to the North of Mexico City is this highly scenic colonial city (as well as state), but small: Zacatecas. “Zacatecas is one of the richest states in Mexico.” It is a mining town. (
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zacatecas_City )
Among the local sights not mentioned at the LINK, is a lake with an island in the middle. Very unique.
The view of Zacatecas from a cable car:
In the realm of the ultra-unique, the town also has this bull fighting ring converted into a hotel, the Quinta Real. Here's the view of the ring at night from mid-level rooms:
“This is an old Bull fighting plaza that was turned into a hotel. It is simply beautiful, very rustic and the ambiance is spot on. I was here for a wedding and it was just the best time, beautiful surroundings and clear skies.” “View at night over the city was beautiful. Bar is unique and with great service.”
From REVIEWS here:
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review...Coast.html
So, these are my personal picks for destinations, locals, and sights. And basic strategies.
As usual for any completely novel travel, adjustments for itineraries should be made as social opportunities arise.