stuff to bring during the trip

funniest thread iv'e read in weeks. mexico with mood lighting? type a personalities apply here. like rich said, it's two bloody weeks in mexico. we're not talking southern lao here. thanks for the chuckles. edward

One thing I always find useful when travelling... earplugs. Very useful when trying to get some sleep in a noisy location.

A small nail brush,available at drug stores,is useful for keeping your feet looking good and can also be used for scrubbing items of clothing.I also bring a small mosquito net that goes over my head.It weighs about an ounce and keeps flies off my face in the early mornings.Also good for keeping assassin bugs and conenose beetles from biting your face while you sleep,transmitting Chaga's disease,a possibly fatal disease from the damage it does to your heart.It can resurface from 5 to 30 years after the initial bites.The net folds up into a very small space and is good insurance.

I have to second Edylyn here -- I'm not attacking anyone, but I have been very amused following the various comments here, from the homemade light enhancements to the suggestion that the OP might need to prevent Chaga's disease. I think it just shows that there is a lot of differnet Mexico out there, as well as a lot of different things that each traveler finds trip-enhancing enough to become necessary.

KK -- have a fantastic time -- please write up your trip when you return!

thank you all! I knew my starting question might look weird and naive to some experienced backpackers! but thank you all for your great suggestions regarding my first trip alone. :)

I bet I'll have a great time there, especially after I got so much useful information from you guys... you're most kind. :)

It will help your course to mingle with the real Mexican ppl if you take an interest in something that they tend to be very passionate about. A local Spanish phrase book will go along way, but i recommend you go the extra mile.
Perhaps think about packing some soccer boots or a pair of boxing gloves... the Mexicans love their sports.
Having a crack pipe or some sort of artillary is also a certainty to impress the locals.

By following my sturdy suggestions, I'm sure you'll overcome any language barrier you may experience and possibly establish friendships to last an eternity... that's quite a long time you know.

I'm delighted to be part of your amusement and I will be sure to mention you when I receive the Oscar tonight for achievement in set decoration for "A Poorly Lit Mexican Hotel Room".

Did anyone mention bringing a can opener?

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I was going to suggest a Swiss Army knife but, I check my luggage. You can't bring it in a carry-on.

but I guess that'd do with check-in? I plan to put my shampoo and lotion in that luggage. My swiss army knife is a bit big, though.. ;0