Acapulco Warnings Or Dangers

 emilx Says:  I had an accident at a resort in Acapulco a chair collapsed under me, before the ambulance would take me to a hospital they wanted $500 american up front. The... 

 toddakiyama Says:  *If you plan on taking a boat further out in the bay or*Go Fishing in deep waters or *Larger Boat ie Booze cruise*It is always a good idea to ask if there are... 

 toddakiyama Says:  *Some of the beaches you can go hang-out don't have restrooms available, so consider using one before you head-out*Also, a lot of places in town charge under $1... 

 toddakiyama Says:  *Amazing sunny days in Acapulco are gggreat! But make sure to lather up with Sunscreen before heading-out for the day.*Even overcast days can cause sunburns in... 

 toddakiyama Says:  *You come across many children asking for money or trying to sell you trinkets.*Although they seem cute and needy, you're better off not looking them in the eye... 

 toddakiyama Says:  *Traveling by taxi, leaving the City of Acapulco we were stopped by the Federales.*Make sure you don't have anything you shouldn't have on you*The Federales... 

 vilip Says:  It may sound silly, but be careful when you enter the sea. There's a special feature of Acapulco beaches: the waves are very strong and it gets very deep as... 

 vilip Says:  Not a real danger, but something you could avoid: hot salsa. I had a terrible experience with this. I bought a dish and filled it with salsa (you know, I come... 

 Livee1 Says:  My sister and I went parasailing for the first time at a place near Disco Beach. The parasailing company had dogs that would run along the beach all day- likely... 

 Laura_Mexico Says:  As you drive away from Acapulco towards the airport, you will pass by the Revolcadero beach area, the Playa Diamante zone, then Barra Vieja and so forth... all... 

 mustangjohn Says:  We were at the Fairmount Princess, major bucks, and were never told the rules of the road on all of Mexico's beaches. get this, about 100 yards from the hotel,... 

 SoCal_Chick Says:  Be careful of the little kids begging for money. Yes, you feel sorry for them, but trust me, they'll think nothing of stealing from you.Watch your purse/wallet... 

 solis Says:  Be careful crossing the street, especially the Costera, and do NOT attempt to DRIVE in this city. (I have had a house here since 1992) and try to use taxis and... 

 rossandkelli Says:  Be careful when locals approach you for Drugs, they set up sting operations where the locals make deals with the police to catch tourists...Mexico is not a... 

 barbaraq Says:  Do not wear expensive jewelry while touring. Showing off your riches is a sure invitation to get mugged. There are lots of places to buy jewelry here and the... 

 madigap Says:  If you're not from an area, don't drink the water! Every time I've been to Mexico, (four, now) I've gotten 'Traveler's Diarhhea' except for this last time. I... 

 madigap Says:  We also saw an American Woman fall and injure herself severely, within the hotel where we were staying. The Paramedics were called, but would not treat her... 

 madigap Says:  Unless you're with friends, stay on the Beaten Path.Rich-Looking tourists are prime targets for robbery, as is true almost anywhere. If you speak Spanish, you... 

 Pinoy Says:  Ferry-boat tickets back to the main island are color coded and purchased as round trip. The ferry-boat that sailed you to Isla Roqueta may not be the same... 

 Beast Says:  Although the people as a whole are friendly and helpful there are a few who have different plans. For the most part you will never experience problems if you... 

 toddakiyama Says:  *It seems that every Mexican Town has ongoing half finished constructions of building/sites*While wonder around town and looking area, you watch where you step... 

 toddakiyama Says:  *Yes, you're on vacation, but remember to:*Use sunscreen always*Drink, but not until you are soo tanked 

 toddakiyama Says:  *It can get quite hot during the day in Acapulco*We took siestas after lunch to avoid the heat on the really hot days and seemed to keep us energized throughout...