Puerto Escondido: Mexico’s Hidden Surf Paradise 🌊🏄♂️

📍 Why It’s Special No crowds like Cancún or Cabo World-class surfing (Playa Zicatela’s "Mexican Pipeline") Wildlife galore: Dolphins, turtles, and bioluminescent tours 🏄♂️ 1. Surfing Essentials Lessons: ~1,000 MXN ($50 USD) for 2-hour private class (gear included) Stay at Zicatela Beach – waking distance to breaks Book via WhatsApp: Most instructors speak English/Spanish 🐬 2. Must-Do Tours Glowing Plankton Swim (450 MXN) – Magic after dark! Horseback Riding + Hot Springs (1,200-1,500 MXN) Dolphin/Turtle Spotting (600 MXN) – Best Sept-Nov 🚖 3. Transportation Tips No Uber: Use green taxis (negotiate price before riding) Car Rental: ~800 MXN/day – worth it for exploring hidden beaches 🏨 4. Where to Stay Vivo Resorts: Private beach but skip the meals Better option: Airbnb with kitchen (cook fresh seafood!) 🍽️ 5. Food Warning Avoid touristy beachfront spots – overpriced & bland Local gems: El Cafecito (healthy smoothie bowls) Mercado Benito Juárez for cheap ceviche ✈️ 6. Airport Hack PXM Airport: Tiny – walk outside to grab fixed-price taxis ⚠️ Safety Notes Safer than Cancún (per locals), but keep valuables hidden Nightlife: Stick to lit areas like La Punta #PuertoEscondido #SurfMexico #OffTheBeatenPath #BioluminescentBay