tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35550446.post2149872562012958828..comments2023-10-22T02:33:14.519-05:00Comments on Isla Mujeres: Gringo in Paradise: TidbitsIslagringohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18181198510287530636noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35550446.post-31214616844544666672008-09-19T10:31:00.000-05:002008-09-19T10:31:00.000-05:00Turning Hidlago into another 5th Avenue???? Please...Turning Hidlago into another 5th Avenue???? Please say it isn't so!!! That's why I go to Isla...to get away from Playa!! Aaaargh.....<BR/><BR/><BR/>Oh, and welcome home!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35550446.post-88492514704317930122008-09-16T10:38:00.000-05:002008-09-16T10:38:00.000-05:00anon: I would be more inclined to answer your list...anon: I would be more inclined to answer your list of personal questions had you identified yourself. No information regarding your identify makes me think this is spam, even though you got through the mystery word entry in comments.<BR/><BR/>trixie: you are so correct. The island just keeps getting more and more expensive. The best 2x1 deal in town is still at Don Chepo's. Rum is considered a national drink, but not Anejo. You will pay more to have that in your Cuba Libre. Anytime you specify a brand other than the "house brand" you are going to pay more. In my opinion, it's worth it. The house pour is usually a cheap off brand.<BR/><BR/>kelly: come on down and join us in the leper colony! As far as the mess, I'll believe it once it starts.<BR/><BR/>joanne: I take no responsibility for your missing me. I posted my return date and was sitting at Adelita's on the night of the 3rd. You should have stopped at my table or at the house. I would have liked to meet you since you are one of my more frequent commenters and always have something interesting to say. Maybe next time??Islagringohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18181198510287530636noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35550446.post-32877985958764484382008-09-16T09:54:00.000-05:002008-09-16T09:54:00.000-05:00Wayne -I wish I had known you were back on the isl...Wayne -<BR/><BR/>I wish I had known you were back on the island on the 3rd. I would have liked to meet you for a drink! We were there till the 6th staying at Plaza Almendros. Darn!<BR/><BR/>You don't have to publish this, just letting you know I'm a wee bit disappointed. We passed your house a kajillion times, too!JoAnne in CThttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02545540635625269793noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35550446.post-66297542676564259142008-09-16T08:10:00.000-05:002008-09-16T08:10:00.000-05:00I know all the non-smokers are jumping up and down...I know all the non-smokers are jumping up and down screaming YAY! But as a smoker that doesn't smoke in her home, and can't smoke in any establishment in Arizona, I have always enjoyed the ability to have a cigarette after dinner while on Isla, without having to go leave my table and go outside like a leper. No es bueno.<BR/><BR/>We'll be down next week and certainly not looking forward to the mess on Hidalgo! No es bueno!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35550446.post-38767996011081443212008-09-16T06:33:00.000-05:002008-09-16T06:33:00.000-05:00Not only will the "shut downs" and "smoking bans" ...Not only will the "shut downs" and "smoking bans" hurt the businesses in their down time, but I bet the tourists will notice an increase in pricing come high season. Especially if it turns into a Mini Fifth Avenue!<BR/>Some of the restaurants on Hidalgo are already overpriced for drinks. When a person pays 55 pesos or higher for a drink on Hidalgo and then comes NOB and only pays the equivelent of 35 pesos or less!! (And thats for Bacardi Anejo, which is considered a local drink in Mexico, not import) Plus, they don't give you them for a 2X1!! Makes me avoid Hidalgo now. OK, off my soapbox now.Islaholic Trixiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02233743042603387725noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35550446.post-67751603632786962372008-09-15T23:41:00.000-05:002008-09-15T23:41:00.000-05:00Hello,I am applying for a Fulbright grant to resea...Hello,<BR/><BR/>I am applying for a Fulbright grant to research the impact of the expat community in Mexico, specifically U.S. expats. I came across your site, and would like to interview you (either via e-mail - questions below - or in a short phone conversation). I will be using the information to frame my project proposal.<BR/><BR/>Thank you in advance.<BR/><BR/>What is your name?<BR/>What is your current occupation?<BR/>What was your occupation before moving to Mexico?<BR/>Where did you move from?<BR/>What attracted you to the area?<BR/>Did you move alone or with someone?<BR/>Did you speak spanish before moving to Mexico?<BR/>How did people react when you told them you were moving to Mexico?<BR/>How would you describe your experience in a nutshell?<BR/>What were your worries when going to Mexico?<BR/>How frequently do you see other U.S. citizens?<BR/>Do you notice U.S./expat dominated communities frequently?<BR/>Any other information?<BR/><BR/>Thank you again!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35550446.post-74334354529000718972008-09-15T16:56:00.000-05:002008-09-15T16:56:00.000-05:00anon: who knows anything down here for sure? I got...anon: who knows anything down here for sure? I got my info from the owner of Adelita's and Fayne's. Juan is on the retailers board that meets with the Mayor so he is usually a pretty reliable source. Plus various waiters and other people are saying the same thing. Add to that that waiters are leaving right and left and I think it may be starting soon. But, then, it was supposed to start last May too! I wouldn't worry about coming down next week. Even if they start tearing it up (starting at the North end by Fredy's) it will take awhile to effect everybody. I think the retailers would have a shit fit if they tried to wait until December and disrupt high season. Right now it is deserted downtown. Some restaurants don't see even one customer all night!Islagringohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18181198510287530636noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35550446.post-85181507329113819372008-09-15T16:31:00.000-05:002008-09-15T16:31:00.000-05:00WayneDo you know for sure they will be starting on...Wayne<BR/>Do you know for sure they will be starting on Hidalgo next week? I had read recently on a message board work was going to start in December. I will be there next week and really hate to think that Hidalgo will be tore up and no restaurants will be open.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35550446.post-19277349662478873612008-09-15T15:43:00.000-05:002008-09-15T15:43:00.000-05:00Robert: it's an abbreviation used a lot by blogger...Robert: it's an abbreviation used a lot by bloggers down here.<BR/><BR/>NOB = North Of the Border<BR/><BR/>Meaning the USA of course.Islagringohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18181198510287530636noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35550446.post-6911506694441184072008-09-15T14:56:00.000-05:002008-09-15T14:56:00.000-05:00Wayne, I hate to sound like an idiot, ...... but w...Wayne, I hate to sound like an idiot, ...... but what's the meaning of "NOB"..????<BR/><BR/>RobertAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com