Puerto Escondido: What To Know Before You Go!

[@bradmcbride7799]

I am really enjoying your videos of your travels through Mexico. I have lived in Mexico City for a significant part of my life and find that your vlogs have a very agreeable sensibility to my taste. Keep on filming as your many fans of which I am one enjoy it greatly.

[@GringoInterrupted]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it! 😊

[@lindamaurice9923]

You are too funny and not hard to look at. Keep doing these videos, really enjoy them

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Thank you! ☺️

[@smischka]

I think you’re very brave. It takes courage to travel alone extensively in a foreign country. You’ve brought us with you to remote places for some great adventures. That’s brave! 💪🏻

[@GringoInterrupted]

Thanks! For some reason I’m not afraid of solo travel; however I have major anxiety in my normal day to day life 😂 Thanks for following me on my adventures!

[@ferny3905]

36:51 Smile 3

[@jonno777]

Great content. Thank you. So much fun. Love the music too 🙌🙌⭐️

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Thanks! Especially appreciate the music comment! 😊

[@kasiainwonderland]

"little does she know" hahaha awesome vid! Subscribed

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Haha, thank you! 😊

[@minnahigh9936]

We were on the Bioluminescence tour with you! Love from Spain 🧡 keep it up! Love seeing your travels! ✨ Laura & Aaron

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Oh wow! I remember you guys! Thanks for watching! ❤️

[@holisticgeek]

So much shirtless fan service! Love it! LOL! I'll have to check to see if there's an easy way from Puerto Vallarta to Puerto Escondido when I go! I love the umbrella hopping! Thanks again for another great video!

[@GringoInterrupted]

Haha, thanks! There’s more to come! Vallarta to Escondido sounds like you might need to fly and it would require a transfer. Or you could bus to Guadalajara airport and probably fly direct. You may be more interested in Zipolite! It’s super gay there! That video is coming soon. Thanks for watching!

[@holisticgeek]

@@GringoInterrupted oh coo! Can't wait!

[@lindakazsals8858]

Being from another country you certainly get around the towns you visit with no difficulty, you are amazing! I would be afraid.

[@GringoInterrupted]

Haha, thanks! It’s really no big deal and safe! But it does help to speak some Spanish. But many people spoke English in Puerto. Thanks for watching!

[@Vancouver_Dan]

Good times! We have spent 6 Decembers in Puerto and I enjoyed seeing what I would call a "first impressions" video rather than an ultimate guide (but you did a great job of figuring out how to get around). On the where to stay topic - taxis are so affordable that you can pretty much stay anywhere. Taxi fares tend to creep up during the Christmas holiday season - but even then you can travel from Bacocho or Carrizalillo to La Punta for under 200 pesos. I recommend Playa Coral as a great swimming beach - not as busy as Carrizalillo (or Playa Principal). One more tip: I avoid beach food (overpriced and poor quality). Centro has several excellent authentic and affordable Oaxaqueno restaurants (in the vicinity of the mercado). One of the best is Las Juquilenas. I also recommend Non Solo Pizza - better than Italy!

[@GringoInterrupted]

Thanks!

[@jamesoates6988]

Love your video. Super funny candid moments.

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Thanks; I appreciate it! 😊

[@DougSladeStuff]

You need to add a few pairs of ear plugs in your luggage! They work great for the noise. :)

[@GringoInterrupted]

Ha, good idea. Usually my camera has a buffer o. the mic which works really well, but I lost it in Oaxaca. Headphones would be a good backup!

[@peterlewis478]

Great video. I was there in April 1973 after a stay in Oaxaca. We drove over a dirt road from OAX to PE - 11 hours. Only some surfers were there and about a dozen buildings for the town. Returned in 1989. Much more built up but still off the tourist path.

[@GringoInterrupted]

Thanks! Yeah, I was dreading that journey but the new highway literally just opened up! Thanks for watching!

[@dwainbarefield7546]

Excellent as always Alfie

[@GringoInterrupted]

Thanks Dwain! 😊

[@MS-lp8oh]

Another great video. I loved how adventurous you were going into the water in the dark.

[@GringoInterrupted]

Thank you!

[@amyhriley]

Great episode! Thanks for taking us with you on the boat and glad you didn’t get eaten by a crocodile 😊

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Thanks Amy! 😊

[@dwainbarefield7546]

Star Fruit or Carambola

[@GringoInterrupted]

Ah ha! Thanks Dwain!

[@dwainbarefield7546]

@@GringoInterrupted First time I had Star fruit was in Cuba. I took a picture of the fruit while I was there but doesn't look like I can share it with you. I was with another person on my tour when we cam across this table with a plate of the fruit at a outdoor restaurant. It was delicious. But YMMV 😊

[@iluv2_travel]

i did that 10 hour bus ride! 🙃

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Haha, oh no!!!

[@ferny3905]

@@GringoInterrupted Best ever.....new roads new cats new views

[@alfonsonavarrete3137]

Estuve ahí hace una semana ❤😊

[@GringoInterrupted]

Si? Que chido! ¿Te gustó?

[@loumcast]

Hola Alfie, glad to see you had a good time in Puerto Escondido and surrounding areas. You're braver than I would have been, going into a lagoon at night infested with crocodiles it's pretty ballsy. Best thing you did was stay out of those rough beaches, the tide can pull you in/under and if you're not a very good swimmer, your dead meat. Looking forward to your next video. 😊

[@GringoInterrupted]

Thanks Lou! I was hesitant at the lagoon, but I would have kicked myself for not going for it! Besides, if I had to choose, I think I’d prefer death by crocodile to drowning in the ocean! 😉 Thanks for watching !

[@anissadavis2011]

Another great video. My husband and I love your channel and all of your video's. Are you going to have any from Chiapas or the whole Yucatan area?

[@GringoInterrupted]

Thanks so much! Yes, there will be some Chiapas, but haven’t gotten to the Yucatan yet! Thanks for watching!

[@anissadavis2011]

@@GringoInterrupted awesome. Can't wait to watch. My job may be ending soon. I'm 56 & need to work online so I can get outta here. What do you suggest?

[@GringoInterrupted]

To live? Depends on what you like! Weather, city or beach? Spanish skills?, US expats?

[@zoraberman416]

Informative video! Bummer there were so few places to swim, I guess it is really is a surfing paradise 🤙🏼 With a rational fear of brain eating ameba, you seemed really laid back after being there 🙃

[@GringoInterrupted]

Thanks! It is definitely a surfer’s paradise; unfortunately I was there at the wrong time of year to see them in action.

[@thehumbeat]

PE cabs are all required to carry a tariff card with set rates.. ask for it apon entry.. if they don't provide it take another cab, take a pic of the # on the door and let the cab co know...

[@GringoInterrupted]

Good to know thanks!

[@jijib7691]

11:22 😂😂😂😂😂 So all and all, for a solo female traveler, what area of Pto Escondido would you recommend that is the most central to restaurants and action and the beach?

[@GringoInterrupted]

Hehe 😉 I’d say La Punta

[@MayaR-gk3oq]

Would love to get your feed back on the air bnbs or hotels you stay at ❤

[@GringoInterrupted]

Hmm, I did review the AirBnB in this video; and most other places.

[@MayaR-gk3oq]

@@GringoInterrupted sorry. I must have missed that.

[@markjshenton2006]

Could you maybe put more information about the accommodation you stay in such as price and Google map positioning

[@GringoInterrupted]

The price of this Airbnb is on screen at 02:12. Here is the listing: www.airbnb.com/l/34tSS196

[@markjshenton2006]

Thanks. Very popular that place.. Only 1 week availability at the start of Sept 25 up to end of next year

[@laurastephen7259]

It looks like you walked right by the place I'm staying in November, the first orange building in La Punta! I only recognize it from my airbnb pics. I'm flying to Oaxaca for Dia de Muertos and ending the last few days in PE. Going solo also, a little nervous for how busy it will be for the holiday. I've been to other places in Mexico solo but not for a big holiday. May I ask how you went about learning Spanish and how long it took?

[@laurastephen7259]

Also, that fruit you had was a Starfruit!

[@GringoInterrupted]

Oh wow, that’s funny! Ive never been during Día de los Muertos, but hoping to experience that this year! I learned in high school, but I grew up with Italian, so it came pretty easy for me. And I’ve kept up with it over the years, practicing with Spanish speaking friends and such. Have a great trip!

[@GringoInterrupted]

Thanks!

[@laurastephen7259]

@@GringoInterrupted I will be there this year. If you go let me know and maybe we can grab a coffee or drink!

[@GringoInterrupted]

@laurastephen7259 ok, I will! That would be awesome!

[@chrishughes9218]

The town seemed a little rough and undeveloped, which was refreshing. I think I recall a time when you drove a scooter on the an even busier highway…………

[@GringoInterrupted]

It will probably change a lot with the new highway. After talking tos some locals, they say they aren’t ready for it. They say they don’t have the infrastructure, sewer and more importantly, enough water.

[@chrishughes9218]

I especially liked that area where you said you would have stayed had you known about the beach situation.

[@GringoInterrupted]

@chrishughes9218 La Punta! It’s the trendy spot!

[@thehumbeat]

never seen a guy get gringoed so much in one vid lol.. never been charged for my seat at any beach bar in PE with food and drink..

[@GringoInterrupted]

Help me out, give us names of places

[@tjamieson7238]

Wish I was there! So which beach do all the boys go to? I heard there is one. 🌈

[@GringoInterrupted]

I didn’t know there was one! But, next up is Zipolite, which is UBER Gay! Thanks for watching! 🏳️‍🌈

[@StewartRoatan]

Yes. Zipolote is great. Rough water and nude. Luckily it’s a very wide beach so you can keep the nudity at a respectable distance, if you so choose.

[@jamieizabelle7200]

That piece of fruit shaped like a star is called a starfruit. No I'm not just being a smart*ss :) It's good for staving off dehydration because it has a little sugar, some electrolytes, and is mostly made up of water. Plus they are tasty.

[@GringoInterrupted]

Thanks! It was tasty!

[@chriseckenrode5785]

My favorite parts were, the timelapse video at the surfing beach, the diving birds and the brackish water incident, classic gringo-ing

[@GringoInterrupted]

Thank you! And thanks for not listing your least favorite parts 😉

[@ferny3905]

34:06 MF to straight dogs ....ok

[@Klatchy]

Post pandemic Fascism have entered the chat

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And what does it say?

[@ismaelcastro7956]

i am folling in love with you, men

[@GringoInterrupted]

Haha, thanks but I would advise against that! 😂