Playa Bound for a Cheap Haircut, Hostel & Fished along the way

[PlayaRocks!]

Hello, this is Warren aka PlayaRocks just starting to read your trip reports. WOW. Excellent pictures. Thanks from all of us for sharing!

I remember checking out HOSTEL COLORES MEXICANOS some time in the past. The place has REALLY been upgraded. It looks wonderful, colorful and clean.

Sign me:
28 days and counting.

Cheers!

[Beth-n-Scott]

Originally Posted by AnnieK

Fantastic trip report Beth So glad I finally read it!

You really make us feel like we're right there with you. I love your spirit of adventure.

Even better is how you swing it on a budget and have a great time. I walked by your hotel when we were there last and I thought, "Hmm, I wonder what that's like on the inside?" It looks great! Loved your report about Tulum - we've never ventured beyond El Paraiso because it's so comfy and lovely there. Each time we say, well that was a little spendy, but it's worth it. Nice to see and hear about alternatives.

Sooooo many people say, "Oh, gosh, I wish WE could afford to go to Mexico . . ." with a to accompany their sighs. We all know it's a matter of priorities and we may not get to go quite as often as we'd like (we're really lucky this year) but we all try to make it when it's possible. My theory is, it's cheaper than therapy!. We seriously need a new driveway and our kitchen is also in need of attention. We don't even have a dishwasher, but you know, the trip to Mexico (or where ever) will trump a new driveway every time in my book.

Thanks again for taking us with you!

Thanks! Yes, the attitudes about affordability for any type of travel is all in the persons perspective. My advise is...You wanna go?...well then make it happen, skip the AI, eat at taco stands, buy a 6 pack at the party store, head to the beach and sleep in a budget hotel! The "cheaper than therapy" advise is so true!!!

Originally Posted by PlayaRocks!

Hello, this is Warren aka PlayaRocks just starting to read your trip reports. WOW. Excellent pictures. Thanks from all of us for sharing!

I remember checking out HOSTEL COLORES MEXICANOS some time in the past. The place has REALLY been upgraded. It looks wonderful, colorful and clean.

Sign me:
28 days and counting.

Cheers!

Warren, yes, I've heard that it has been upgraded. Its amazing what a little paint will do to a place! It was clean and comfortable, which all that matters to us!

[PlayaRocks!]

Originally Posted by LucyE

I could go for some El Fogon right about now. Which one did you go to?

There is more than ONE? Where are they? I keep hearing about El Fogon and really want to try them out on my next trip.....

EXCELLENT trip reports....Thank you so much for sharing!

Cheers!

[LucyE]

There is more than ONE? Where are they? I keep hearing about El Fogon and really want to try them out on my next trip.....

EXCELLENT trip reports....Thank you so much for sharing!

Cheers!

Yes, the best one is on 30th and 30th or 32nd (??). We usually go to the one on Constituyentes right before 30th (right next door to HC de Monterrey another must!) and there is another one on 30th in front of Mega I believe. I'll have to look into it and find out exact locations and I will edit this post.

ok, here is the locations right from list of places to eat:

El Fogon- Tacos al pastor. 3 locations: 15th Ave and 6th St (across from Wal-Mart), Constituciones and 30th (across from the Mega) and the original at 30th Ave near 32nd St. . Fantastic!! Makes everyone’s favorite list for legitimate Mexican food at a good price. Everything here is excellent, and the frijoles charros (bean soup) is something I dream about. You might have to wait for a table, but it is worth it. This reviewer thinks that the original location on 30th and 32nd is just a bit better than the new clones.

[January Guy]

Originally Posted by LucyE

Yes, the best one is on 30th and 30th or 32nd (??). We usually go to the one on Constituyentes right before 30th (right next door to HC de Monterrey another must!) and there is another one on 30th in front of Mega I believe. I'll have to look into it and find out exact locations and I will edit this post.

ok, here is the locations right from list of places to eat:

El Fogon- Tacos al pastor. 3 locations: 15th Ave and 6th St (across from Wal-Mart), Constituciones and 30th (across from the Mega) and the original at 30th Ave near 32nd St. . Fantastic!! Makes everyone’s favorite list for legitimate Mexican food at a good price. Everything here is excellent, and the frijoles charros (bean soup) is something I dream about. You might have to wait for a table, but it is worth it. This reviewer thinks that the original location on 30th and 32nd is just a bit better than the new clones.

Just so no one gets confused when trying to find this most excellent restaurant, the location on 6th is actually on 30th ave and not 15th. In fact, that is the El Fogon we went to with the author of this trip report.

[LucyE]

Just so no one gets confused when trying to find this most excellent restaurant, the location on 6th is actually on 30th ave and not 15th. In fact, that is the El Fogon we went to with the author of this trip report.

Good eye JanuaryGuy, I didn't notice that. I did get the stores wrong (wasn't sure if it was in front of Mega or Walmart)

[PlayaRocks!]

Originally Posted by LucyE

Good eye JanuaryGuy, I didn't notice that. I did get the stores wrong (wasn't sure if it was in front of Mega or Walmart)

THANK YOU January Guy and LucyE. It looks like I will have to try all three locations. YUM.

[LucyE]

THANK YOU January Guy and LucyE. It looks like I will have to try all three locations. YUM.

Jeez, rub it in! I have to wait until November!!

[Ranger]

Originally Posted by January Guy

Just so no one gets confused when trying to find this most excellent restaurant, the location on 6th is actually on 30th ave and not 15th. In fact, that is the El Fogon we went to with the author of this trip report.

So many things we missed, great reasons to go back, thank you.[/b]

[LucyE]

So many things we missed, great reasons to go back, thank you.[/b]

Funny thing is, when we went back in November we went to the exact same places as in June..... except for La Kalaka that was the only "new" place we tried.

That is what is great about Playa ssssoooo many delicious restaurants to try!!

[culater88]

Great trip report. One thing great about PDC is that it fits all kinds of budget and it's up to you to decide how much you want to spend.

[PlayaRocks!]

Originally Posted by LucyE

Jeez, rub it in! I have to wait until November!!

I am SO sorry! November? It will be cold in the USA again by then.

OK, when I go I'll have an El Fogon taco and a cold beer in your honor. Maybe more than one of both.

[PlayaRocks!]

Just wanted to thank Beth and Scott (and all) for posting and sharing adventures with us.

Reading your report and seeing these pictures just about drives me nuts.

Yesterday after reading your trip report I went home and packed. 25 days out and already packed. Today I will go home and move my bag by the front door. Or maybe pack again. Laughs!

Everyone is so nice here!

Cheers!

Warren

[KahluaToo]

Warren, I know what you mean. I am already packing as well and don't leave til the 15th! I keep wanting to pack more so I just rearrange, find more stuff, ugh!

[LucyE]

I am SO sorry! November? It will be cold in the USA again by then.

OK, when I go I'll have an El Fogon taco and a cold beer in your honor. Maybe more than one of both.

Yeah, this year we could only go once.

Well you can drink all the beer you want, I won't be jealous...(I'm not a beer drinker). But do try to do a trip report and take plenty of pictures of your food!! Yeah you'll feel funny/weird doing that.... but WE all love trip reports with food pictures!