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Expert: Linda Leonard - 6/18/2009


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Hi. Four of us are thinking of driving to Puebla. One of us has traveled there many times since she is from Puebla.  I am hesitant due to the violence. My husband is not sure about safety especially with four women.  What are your thoughts?

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I think that unless you are involved with the drug trade, you would not even notice any "violence" any more than you see it wherever you live since the "drug war" is going on in almost every country right now.  The route you would take is just like interstates- I don't understand your concern.  We have travelled extensively in Mexico over the last 6 years (by RV & vehicle) and feel safer there than we do in Canada or the US.  Enjoy your trip.

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Linda Leonard

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My husband and I have travelled extensively within mainland Mexico for over 15 years. We prefer quiet, locally owned accomodations over resorts. Once we retired, we spent 6 years RVing in Mexico during the winters, travelling along the coastlines and inland. We love the people, the climate and the culture, and we are still working hard at our Spanish. We now live in Zihuatanejo during the winters, and in Canada during the summers.

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Due to our extensive travel and our many wonderful experiences, I have published a book so that others may share what we have experienced. You can learn about my book at www.livingthedreaminmexico.com

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I was a teacher in Winnipeg for many years. I hold several degrees in music and in education, and was fortunate to have a wonderful career not only as a teacher, but also as a classical musician. I marvel at how very different my life is now.

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