Good walking shoes are a must, especially if you are staying at one of El Centro’s hillside hotels. The walk down to the shore is steep, cobbled, and not for the fragile.
Resist timeshares
A timeshare rep may jump into your taxi and lure you into checking out a property with the promise of a free meal. Just say no, otherwise you’ll find yourself roped into several hours of tours.
All aboard
Day-tripping to Yelapa? Warning: If you miss the last water taxi from back to PV, you’ll be stuck finding accommodations for the night as there are no land routes back to the mainland.
Bad tips
Be wary of fine dining tips from cabbies – many drivers receive commissions from area restaurants for the diners they bring on and you may end up at an unappetizing taco joint.
Practice bargaining
Get ready to bargain; price tags are just a starting point for negotiations, especially in the municipal market where the same or similar items are sold booth after booth.
