Date:         Mon, 27 Feb 2006 23:08:13 -0800
Reply-To:     John Goubeaux <john@UCSB.EDU>
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From:         John Goubeaux <john@UCSB.EDU>
Organization: University of California Santa Barbara
Subject:      Re: Mexican Roads - toll vs free
Comments: To: "Josh, Courtney & Althea Wilson" <thosewilsons@GMAIL.COM>
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Josh,

Its been years since i have driven in Mexico, though I spent several
years driving all over the place down there in a 63 volkswagen van
during the 80s !!!
My take is that while the toll roads are often soooo much better and
safer etc. you loose a lot of the flavor of the true experience of
Mexico when driving the "autopistas". Some of these toll roads can also
cost a substantial amount of money as well. My suggestion would be to
have a look at some of the more recent guidebooks that might provide the
actual current costs as well. AAA would likely have good up to date
info. I used to use the Peoples guide to Mexico,
http://www.peoplesguide.com/  and I see it is apparently still being
published, you might check this out.

Whatever you end up doing have fun  !!! Some of my most memorable travel
experiences were from exploring Mexico in my 63 vw van !!!

-john

Josh, Courtney & Althea Wilson wrote:

>Hello all,
>
>I'm going to be driving through Mexico in about 2 weeks, and I'm wondering
>if anyone has any recent advice about areas where toll roads should
>definitely be taken -- or resources for monitoring the roads.  I'm looking
>to save money on tolls, but not at the expense of repair!  And, yes, I am
>well-acquainted with the topes!
>
>Thanks!
>
>Joshua
>89 Vanaru
>
>