learn spanish slang so you don't sound like a tourist/exchange student. bring sun screen, your own drink, don't drink the water (of course), coffee is safe or alcohol. stay by the beach if you don't know you're way around. the cities are cool if you don't go off the beaten path too much. don't even THINK about bringing foreign food past the border - unless you're looking for a little extra adventure. don't hand out money and don't take any deal that sounds too good to be true b/c it is.









