So, we landed in Phoenix, AZ in June 2013. Kind of a brisk 107 when we arrived and Lisa had to put on her sweater. We rented a car from Fox for 11 bucks a day, which is less than the taxes. Adding another driver cost almost as much as the car rental itself. Three days, 90 bucks. Did I mention it was the off season.
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Were Here. OK this is really the next day. Phoenix to Yuma 170 miles and a little over three hours. The Oak Tree Inn. Clean air conditioned rooms for 42 bucks including breakfast vouchers served in the front Diner. This makes the room about twenty five dollars. Did I say it was the off season.
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Approaching the Mexican Border about nine miles out of Yuma.
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Checking to make sure that I did not accidentally pack an Uzi, though I don't own an Uzi. These signs are a bit foreboding, considering all that is going on in Mexico. There are many more as you cross
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This is the parking lost sitting right on the Border. Mexico has no border security and you walk right in. Coming back is another matter. Don't even think about bringing back Narcotics. I was a little curious about pain meds following some dental work. Apparently OK if not a schedule I obviously, however, talking to one retired Border Agent, these guys are not known for their manners. Also, do not even think about taking any photos around the border area unless you would like to get into real trouble.
These are the real prices I was quoted. Did I mention this is the off season. I had garnered several names prior to coming here and walked into several offices to talk with patients, one dentist and several receptionists. Nobody seemed to mind. Understand that every office has a "puller" whose job is to get you into whatever Dentist they represent. These guys are kind of ingenious and reap 10% profit from just giving directions.
We were told (in one persons opinion) this was a great pharmacy. Alot of folks come here to get their medications. Amazingly cheap. But everything, including meds are bargained here. And they have all the meds.
This is the Dentist I settled upon and will see in a few weeks (or month or so) for multiple tasks. I admit I am a little older and have not kept up with my dental needs completely. Go figure. My last Root Canal was 1000 bucks. This Dentist was recommended by locals and his prices were right. I spent 45 minutes in his chair, had several Xrays. It is cash as you go and I did not feel comfortable carrying that amount. He said rather than do a little work, come back later for two days and I will have a Root canal, Bridge and two crowns. 1200 bucks out the door. I agreed. Paid 20 bucks for the exam and Xrays and left. No I did not leave off a 0.This really is that kind of bargain. I talked with a number of folks local and other Americans. As hot as it was there were other Americans there, both young and old. I was highly impressed by their comments and everybody was satisfied with the work they had done. Were not just talking cavities filled, but multiple procedures. Veneers, Root Canals, Caps, Bridges, Partials, Surgery etc. There is a lot of cooperation between the Dentists, Oral Surgeons, Specialists etc.
I did a lot of research on the Internet and if anybody is reading this or is interested offer these links. It is not everything I looked at but will give anybody who is interested a little bit of insight.
RV NOW with Jim Twamley: Mexico
Our Dental Trip to Algodones, Mexico - Love Your RV! | Love Your RV!
I would hesitate to go into other areas of Mexico but not this one. This is probably the last completely safe tourist destination left if Mexico. I had a good conversation with a retired Border Patrol Agent described it thus. If you and a local get into an argument, it will be a good bet the local will get arrested and not you. In any event many local media organizations have deemed Los Algodones a safe area. We will see the Yuma territorial prison next time. Gotta get back to Texas to go to work.
Our Dental Trip to Algodones, Mexico - Love Your RV! | Love Your RV!
I would hesitate to go into other areas of Mexico but not this one. This is probably the last completely safe tourist destination left if Mexico. I had a good conversation with a retired Border Patrol Agent described it thus. If you and a local get into an argument, it will be a good bet the local will get arrested and not you. In any event many local media organizations have deemed Los Algodones a safe area. We will see the Yuma territorial prison next time. Gotta get back to Texas to go to work.
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