u/_lookingforadvice_

Hi everyone!

I have a hotel booked in San Agustinillo from October 11–18. I knew it was the tail end of the rainy season and expected some showers, but the current forecasts are showing quite a bit of rain.

For anyone staying there now or living in the area, what should we realistically expect? Will we still be able to lounge on the beach and swim, or is the rain likely to significantly affect a beach vacation?
Also, is it safe to swim after/during rain due to things like sharks or crocodiles?

I know no one can predict the weather, but I’d really appreciate any firsthand insight into what conditions are actually like right now. Thanks so much!

Hello! I'm 34f from Canada and travelling with my partner to Mexico City and the Oxacan Coast in October. I have made an itinerary for Mexico City but I would love any suggestions or critiques, especially from locals. We speak very limited Spanish and are saying in Roma Sur.

We're interested in design, architecture, food, music, animals and nature If there are any restaurants you think are overhyped on my list and have alternative suggestions I'd love to hear it. Most of these plans are flexible except for booked tours at Casa Gilardi, Casa Estudio Barragan and the Organic Architecture tour. Also, I'm wondering if I'm planning on going to too many weekend markets. I'd appreciate any recommendations-- thank you!
Cross posted in r/MexicoTravel and r/MexicoCity

Friday - Arrival in Mexico City

• Arrive in Mexico City in the evening, check-in and go to sleep.

Saturday — Roma

• Go to Buna in La Laguna S.A. de C.V. for coffee
• Saturday market at Jardín Dr. Ignacio Chávez
• Go shopping at some of the following places Esperanza Home Colima, Bazar Resiliente, Boots Zapato Retro, Escalina, Cara de Planta Esculturas Vivas, ORIGINARIO, Objetos Cotidianos, Mezcalia
• Late lunch at Mi Compa Chava Marisquería or El Hidalguense
• Dinner at Hugo

Sunday — Coyoacán

• Breakfast at Fonda Margarita.
• Sunday market at Jardín Hidalgo.
• Visit Parroquia San Juan Bautista.
• Lunch at Tostadas at Mercado de Coyoacán.
• Visit Frida Kahlo Museum.
• Visit Leon Trotsky’s House Museum.
• Churros at Churrería General de la República.
• Dinner at El Jardín de Anatolia.

Monday -- Organic Architecture Tour

• Travelling Beetle organic architecture tour from the morning until 2pm
• Lunch at Entremar.
• Browse BOMBOTI, Onora, Tienda MAP Polanco.
• Visit Medellín Market.
• Dinner at Voraz? Open to other suggestions

Tuesday — Chapultepec and Concert

• Brunch at Mendl Delicatessen.
• Visit Chapultepec Castle.
• Walk through Bosque de Chapultepec.
• Shop at Expendio Doméstico.
• Dinner at at Tacos El Huequito.
• Concert at Teatro Metropólitan.
• Drinks at Bósforo.

Wednesday — Historic Center

• Visit Casa Estudio Luis Barragán (reservation made)
• Lunch at Coox Hanal.
• Visit Plaza de la Constitución, Palacio de Iturbide and Palacio de Bellas Artes, Casa de los Azulejos.
• Shop at Velas Cerería de Jesús.
• Snack at Pastelería Ideal?
• Get treats at at Dulcería de Celaya.
• Visit Biblioteca Vasconcelos - maybe elimate this if too tired
• Dinner at Choza

Thursday — Pyramids and Otumba

• Take uber to Teotihuacán and explore
• Take uber to Otumba
• Lunch at Endémica Restaurante.
• Visit Parroquia de la Purísima Concepción de Otumba.
• Visit Donkeys at Burrolandia México.
• Dinner at Tacos La Chula Roma.

Friday — Casa Gilardi and La Condesa

• Reserved visit to Casa Gilardi.
• Lunch at Comal Oculto – Itacate.
• Chocolate at Chocolatería La Rifa or Gelato at Joe Gelato or Neveria Roxy
• Shop at Utilitario Mexicano, Odette, Proyecto Rufina Condesa.
• Walk through Parque México and along Amsterdam Avenue.
• Visit Parroquia de la Medalla Milagrosa.
• Dinner at Maizajo.

Saturday — San Ángel

• Saturday market at El Bazar Sábado.
• Visit Museum of El Carmen.
• Lunch at El Cardenal San Ángel.
• Churros at Churrería “El Convento” San Ángel.
• Explore Plaza del Carmen and Plaza San Jacinto.
• Visit Museo Casa del Risco and Parroquia San Jacinto.
• Visit Museo Casa Estudio Diego Rivera y Frida Kahlo.
• Dinner at Botánico.

Sunday — Travel to the Oaxacan Coast

Bars/Nightlife: Thinking of going to the Real Under and/or 316 Centro one night depending on the shows.

Hello! I'm 34f from Canada and travelling with my partner to Mexico City and the Oxacan Coast in October. I have made an itinerary for Mexico City but I would love any suggestions or critiques, especially from locals. We speak very limited Spanish and are saying in Roma Sur.

We're interested in design, architecture, food, music, animals and nature. If there are any restaurants you think are overhyped on my list and have alternative suggestions I'd love to hear it. We're hoping for a mix of a more local vibe with some more popular places mixed in.

Most of these plans are flexible except for booked tours at Frida Kahlo House, Casa Gilardi, Casa Estudio Barragan and the Organic Architecture tour. *Also I know the Museum of Anthropology is supposed to be great but I'm not overly interested in museums.

I'd appreciate any recommendations-- thank you!

Friday - Arrival in Mexico City

• Arrive in Mexico City in the evening, check-in and go to sleep.

Saturday — Roma

• Go to Buna in La Laguna S.A. de C.V. for coffee
• Saturday market at Jardín Dr. Ignacio Chávez
• Go shopping at some of the following places Esperanza Home Colima, Bazar Resiliente, Boots Zapato Retro, Escalina, Cara de Planta Esculturas Vivas, ORIGINARIO, Objetos Cotidianos, Mezcalia
• Late lunch at Mi Compa Chava Marisquería or El Hidalguense
• Dinner at Hugo

Sunday — Coyoacán

• Breakfast at Fonda Margarita.
• Sunday market at Jardín Hidalgo.
• Visit Parroquia San Juan Bautista.
• Lunch at Tostadas at Mercado de Coyoacán.
• Visit Frida Kahlo Museum.
• Visit Leon Trotsky’s House Museum.
• Churros at Churrería General de la República.
• Dinner at El Jardín de Anatolia.

Monday -- Organic Architecture Tour

• Travelling Beetle organic architecture tour from the morning until 2pm
• Lunch at Entremar.
• Browse BOMBOTI, Onora, Tienda MAP Polanco.
• Visit Medellín Market.
• Dinner at Voraz? Open to other suggestions

Tuesday — Chapultepec and Concert

• Brunch at Mendl Delicatessen.
• Visit Chapultepec Castle.
• Walk through Bosque de Chapultepec.
• Shop at Expendio Doméstico.
• Dinner at at Tacos El Huequito.
• Concert at Teatro Metropólitan.
• Drinks at Bósforo.

Wednesday — Historic Center

• Visit Casa Estudio Luis Barragán (reservation made)
• Lunch at Coox Hanal.
• Visit Plaza de la Constitución, Palacio de Iturbide and Palacio de Bellas Artes, Casa de los Azulejos.
• Shop at Velas Cerería de Jesús.
• Snack at Pastelería Ideal?
• Get treats at at Dulcería de Celaya.
• Visit Biblioteca Vasconcelos - maybe elimate this if too tired
• Dinner at Choza

Thursday — Pyramids and Otumba

• Take uber to Teotihuacán and explore
• Take uber to Otumba
• Lunch at Endémica Restaurante.
• Visit Parroquia de la Purísima Concepción de Otumba.
• Visit Donkeys at Burrolandia México.
• Dinner at Tacos La Chula Roma.

Friday — Casa Gilardi and La Condesa

• Reserved visit to Casa Gilardi.
• Lunch at Comal Oculto – Itacate.
• Chocolate at Chocolatería La Rifa or Gelato at Joe Gelato or Neveria Roxy
• Shop at Utilitario Mexicano, Odette, Proyecto Rufina Condesa.
• Walk through Parque México and along Amsterdam Avenue.
• Visit Parroquia de la Medalla Milagrosa.
• Dinner at Maizajo.

Saturday — San Ángel

• Saturday market at El Bazar Sábado.
• Visit Museum of El Carmen.
• Lunch at El Cardenal San Ángel.
• Churros at Churrería “El Convento” San Ángel.
• Explore Plaza del Carmen and Plaza San Jacinto.
• Visit Museo Casa del Risco and Parroquia San Jacinto.
• Visit Museo Casa Estudio Diego Rivera y Frida Kahlo.
• Dinner at Botánico.

Sunday — Travel to the Oaxacan Coast

Bars/Nightlife: Thinking of going to the Real Under and/or 316 Centro one night depending on the shows.

Hello!

I’m going away for 4 days mid August. I have a 15lb, 7 year old dog that can be reactive to some dogs and men. However, he typically gets along with adult small dogs and friendly people. I use R+ training only and he’s on anti-anxiety medication. He’s super cuddly and loves to be around people. He’s also good with kids.

Typically our dog walker takes care of him while we’re away, however she is unavailable. Does anyone have a recommendation for a dog sitter that has experience with reactive dogs? We’re looking for someone that can look after him at their home.

I would really appreciate any recommendations as I’m not seeing many people on Rover that note experience with reactivity. Thanks so much!

Hello,

I have a reactive dog and am looking for a R+ trainer to help us with his behaviour (we are also seeing a veterinary behavioralist). We're located in East Vancouver and are looking for in-person sessions. I've reached out to a few dog trainers, but I'm not sure who to choose. Does anyone have experience or recommendations between Holly Chen (Honourable Hound) and Rebecca Harsell (Dog Partners)?

I also reached out to Canine Connection, hoping to work with Annika, but received a response from a new trainer there, Georgia Dackombe. I'm hesitant to go with someone who seems less experienced.

We're looking for serious help with our dog and would appreciate any recommendations for trainers or testimonials from clients of the Honourable Hound or Dog Partners. It's a big financial commitment for us, so we want to make the right choice. Thank you!

Hello everyone,

My partner and I are heading to Mexico for two weeks in mid-October. We have 7 days planned in Mexico City and another 7 days for the coast. We're considering staying in San Agustinillo because it seems quieter, less developed, and more authentic than some of the larger beach destinations.

I'm torn between spending the entire week in San Agustinillo or splitting our time with a few days in Chacahua. The mangroves, bioluminescence, and lack of commercialization sound incredible, but I'm wondering if it's worth the 3–4 hour journey each way.

We're most interested in swimming, nature, boating, local culture, and great food. For those who have visited both, does Chacahua offer a different enough experience to justify the extra travel time, or would you recommend spending the full week in San Agustinillo?

Also, how difficult is it to get from Chacahua to Puerto Escondido or Huatulco for a flight back to Canada?

Thanks for any advice!

Hello!

I recently moved into a new apartment and placed something on one of the shelves in a closet. Unfortunately, the shelf wasn’t secured properly and fell out of the wall, taking chunks of the drywall out where the screws were. It seems too big of a job for me to try to fix myself. Can anyone recommend someone to hire to repair the drywall? What would a job like that typically cost?

Thanks so much for any help on this!

Link to photos: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1uZr7EEF0eOr5dyTC1CmtmH-IEvbXEUIm