Cómo tomar el camión en México - How to Take the Bus in Mexico

Cómo tomar el camión en México - How to Take the Bus in Mexico

Author: Spanish and Go February 3, 2026 Duration: 36:35
From figuring out which bus to take to knowing when and how to signal the driver, we walk you through the reality of using urban buses in Mexico. We talk about routes, schedules (or the lack of them), payment methods—from cash to modern app-based systems like Mérida’s Va y Ven—and the essential Spanish phrases you’ll actually need on board. Along the way, we share etiquette tips, safety advice, and personal stories that will help you avoid common mistakes and turn public transportation into a...

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Me paró la policía en Puebla - The Police Stopped Me in Puebla [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:07
Before heading to Oaxaca, we had a busy week filled with errands, appointments, and last-minute preparations. But the real story happened when I got pulled over by a police officer for having tinted windows — something t…
El Halloween en México - Halloween in Mexico [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:34
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