I'm about to make my second trip to a developing country and WHOOO am I excited! And don't let this come across as one of those "oh, she goes to these developing countries, sees the tourist traps, and then feels somehow better that she's actually been to a developing country." Not one of those trips, my friend. (For my friends out there who are extremely right-wing, a developing country is what was formerly known as "third-world." ) This is the same country I went to before, so It's n...

Tell me about Mexico! I need to know lots... What's the best way to get around Mexico? How dangerous are small towns really? What do I need to take with me? (Packing as lightly as possible) How expensive is vehicle rental there, generally? (Jeep?) Is it safe for a female to drive in Mexico alone? With a child? How safe are the Hostels? Any you'd recommend in the Pacific? (Jalisco?) How much money is NEEDED for two weeks? Don't have any answers... would appreciate the h...