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Here
are some of the questions that we get asked often about
traveling to
Rocky Point, Mexico.
If you
think of something we may have missed, or
have a question of your own,
please feel free to give us a call or send us an e-mail.
Thank
you for your continued interest.
Synergy Reservations, Inc.
Local
480-994-4475
National 1-800-569-1797
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First
question we must answer right away!?
Q. Is
Rocky Point Fun?
A. All
of Us at Synergy Reservation say "Yes!"
Several of us from the office
travel to Rocky Point
twice a month during High
Season.
(March - November)
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Q.
What is required to travel to Rocky Point?
A.
A state issued I.D. (like a drivers license) & a Birth Certificate or a
Passport.
Post offices are now accepting
applications for the new Passport card which is half the price of a passport and
allows you to drive back in to the U.S.A. from Mexico & Canada.
To locate a Post Office near
you that accepts Passport Applications,
call 1-800-ASK-USPS (275-8777)
Or call the National Passport
Information Center at 1-877-487-2778
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Q. Do
the kids need an ID or Proof of Age to travel?
A. If
they are 17 or younger a birth certificate is all you need.
The
only exception may be a parent traveling alone with children.
If one
adult is traveling with several children,
you should have a notarized letter
from the second parent
stating that it is ok to travel
out of the country with the children.
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Q. Do
I need Mexican Auto Insurance?
A. By
Law, Liability is required, but not Full Coverage.
(Click
Auto
Insurance for the most current information)
Ask
yourself, "Is it worth possible jail time or loss of my vehicle?"
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Q. What time does the border
close?
A. The border crossing at
Lukeville, Az. is closed
from 12 midnight to 6:00 am
daily.
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Q. When is the best time to
cross the border to avoid a long line?
A. "Here is what we can
recommend".
As for going to Rocky Point:
Most travelers seem to have
the same work schedule as we do.
Meaning: A large amount of
people seem to travel
after work (5 or 6pm), so
certain travel routes may
have more vehicle traffic at
that time.
Travelers from Phoenix
or Tucson have a 4 hour drive.
In our years of traveling to
Rocky Point, we have
never had to wait in line to
getting into Mexico.
If you need assistance finding
a good route from
your area, please give us a
call.
As for leaving Mexico to
return to the US:
Most hotels in Rocky Point
have a check out time
at 12 noon (11am for Penasco
Del Sol).
Most condos at 11:00 am.
If you decide to pack up your
gear & family
between 10 am and 2pm, you may
find yourself in a
long line of cars heading for
the border at the same time as you.
This may cause a longer wait
to cross than normal.
If you have everyone in the
car and ready to go
by 8am or 9am, and head to the
border, you
can usually expect to find a
very short wait.
As for a
Major Holiday
weekend, it can be busy all day long,
considering most people have additional days off from
work.
We just returned from
Thanksgiving Weekend (2005) and it took us
4 hours and 10 minutes
to get across the border!
We recently returned form
Easter weekend 2006, leaving
Rocky Point around 9am, and
only has a 10 minute wait at the border.

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Q. Is Rocky Point a Safe place
to visit?
A. Yes. Rocky Point is very
safe.
Being the closest beach to Arizona,
Rocky Point is enjoyed by
everyone year-round for different reasons.
We get calls from people in
New York, Canada, New Mexico,
Texas, Colorado, California and a ton of
people from Arizona!
If we are aware of any
problems regarding Rocky Point,
we notify our customers
immediately!
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Q. How far is the drive from
Tucson or Phoenix?
A. It is a 4 hour drive from
both cities listed.
Give us
a call at 480-994-4475 or 800-569-1797
and we will be happy to send
you driving instructions
by mail, email or by fax.
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Q. Can I find any rental car
agencies that allow their cars to Rocky
Point?
A. Yes. Several rental
companies allow cars or vans
to travel to Rocky
Point, but you are required
to get auto insurance through
them.
(Check
Hot Links
for more
information)
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Q. Are their any buses or vans
that travel to Rocky Point?
A. Yes. We have found several
sources that may help you.
In Phoenix,
Kona Shuttle For information or prices,
please call:
602-956-5696
In Phoenix,
Head to Rocky Point For information or prices,
please call:
602-971-0166
In Tucson,
Superior Transport For information or prices,
please call:
800-982-6988
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Q. Can
I use my credit card or travelers checks around town?
A. Yes
and No. Yes, most places accept Visa or Master Card, but
not
American Express or Discover.
As for Travelers Checks,
we have heard
that they are accepted, but difficult to cash and use.
You
may be charged a service fee, or be asked
to
spend the full amount at that location.
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Q. Do
I have to change my money into Pesos?
A. No,
its not necessary unless you want to.
If you are
bringing cash, we suggest taking smaller bills, ($1, $5 & $10)
which
makes things a little easier for eating, shopping, ect..
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Q. Is
there a Bank or ATM available?
A.
Yes, but be aware; All money drawn from the bank
is given to you in Pesos
and
you are charged around $5.00 to take the money out of your account.
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Q. Can
I bring my pet to Rocky Point?
A.
Yes, you are allowed to bring you pet into Rocky Point.
As for
your return trip to the U.SA. you will need to provide
current shot records,
which is proof the animal belongs to you, and is
safe to travel.
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Q.
What am I allowed to bring into Mexico?
A.
From our experience, you are able to bring most all
types
of food, alcohol, tobacco, ect..
We
have been stopped at the border many times, and
it's always very simple.
They may ask you to
stop the vehicle, get out and open the trunk.
They take a
quick look, maybe ask a question, and your on your way!
DO NOT
BRING A WEAPON OR
ANY
TYPE OF AMMUNITION TO MEXICO!!
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Q.
What can I bring back into the US?
A.
This is where you will find more restrictions.
The
sign posted at the border states that you are
allowed 1 Liter of alcohol or a six pack of beer per person every 30 days
and 1
Carton of Cigarettes per person over the age of 18.
Plus,
no Pork products allowed back in the US,
and no
fresh fruit or vegetables.
Beef & Chicken is fine.
If you
are buying alcohol at the border,
either on the US
side or Mexican side,
you must take the
receipt to the border office to show the purchased item.
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Q. Do
any hotels or condos allow pets?
A.
Yes, the Hotel Baja allows pets.
No
condos allow pets unless your a condo owner.
For
more information about the 1 hotel allowing pets,
Click
Hotels
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Q. How are the restaurants in
town and are they expensive?
A. There are a bunch of great
restaurants throughout Rocky Point,
and most with
really good prices.
We have listed some of the
best restaurants available.
Restaurants 1
Restaurants 2
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Q. Is the water and ice safe
for drinking?
A. Yes. Most restaurants will
give you a bottle of
water when ordered, not a
glass already full.
They also use good water for
their ice cubes.
All restaurants listed on our
site are wonderful &
pride themselves on
giving you the best service available.
Restaurants 1
Restaurants 2
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Q. What is the best time of
year to visit Rocky Point?
A. Well, that depends on what
you like to do and what you enjoy.
From mid to late March, until
mid November,
Rocky Point is very popular.
It will slow down a bit in
July & August, due to the humidity.
From late November to mid
February, its too cold to swim in the ocean,
but you can
still enjoy many other activities.
Day and Sunset Cruises,
Fishing Trips, CEDO
Adventures,
Aquarium, Shopping, Sunsets,
and much much more if you time
to enjoy them.
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Q. Does it rain a lot in Rocky
Point?
A. Actually, No.
Rocky Point gets
very little rain fall per year.
You will find a windy day
more often than a rainy day.
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Q. Are their any Handicap
Friendly properties?
A. Most properties in Rocky
Point are not ADA compliant.
Certain properties do have
elevators and ramps in place of stairs,
for easier access
around the property.
For the best information,
please call:
480-994-4475 or 800-569-1797
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Q. Are their R.v. Parks and
Camp Grounds in town?
A. Yes. Here is a list in
order of most requested to least reequested:
Playa Bonita R.V. park:
011-52-638-38-32586
Playa Miramar R.V. park:
011-52-638-38-32587
Playa Elegante R.V. park:
011-52-638-38-33712
Playa De Oro R.V. park:
011-52-638-38-32668
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Q. Can I find a cab if I want
to leave the car at the property?
A. Yes. Their are a bunch of
cabs available around town.
You can ask the front desk of
your hotel or condo
to call you a cab.
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Q. Is their something for the
kids to do?
A. Oh Yes! You can find a
bunch of fun things for the whole family.
For the most current updates
idea's for you and your family,
Click:
Fun Idea's in Rocky Point
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Q. When should I be worried
about Stingrays & Jellyfish?
A. Jellyfish: Mid July to Late
August.
From mid July to late August,
you will see more Jellyfish
floating closer to shore,
closer than normal.
Sometimes you will find a few dead
(or dying) ones on
the beach.
Even the dead ones on the
beach can still hurt you, if you touch them.
Here is what they look like.
(Don't mistake this for bubble
gum and put it in your mouth!)
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Now, as for the Stingrays, they
are around all year long,
you just
can't see them as well.

Stingray will hide under the sand, so
to avoid getting hurt,
you want to shuffle your feet, instead of
taking steps.
When you shuffle your feet, the movement
scares them off.
If you take a step and happen
to step on a small Stingray,
his reaction is to curl his
tail like a Scorpion.
In the tail is the painful
stinger!
If it is a "Severe"
time of year for either Jelly Fish or Stingrays,
you
will see signs posted on the beaches and in each rental property.
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Q. Will we be able to find
some places to go shopping?
A. Yes! You will find a large
variety of items for
sale all around Rocky Point.
You will find items for sale like jewelry,
sunglasses, T-shirts,
hats, ceramic statues (small &
large), all types of furniture,
hammocks, wind chimes, and much,
much more!
To see some recommended areas
for Shopping,
Click:
Shops & Stores
Also,
take a look at the
Malecon
The
Malecon offers shopping with an ocean view!
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Q. Will I be able to find a
nice hotel or condo in Rocky Point?
A. Yes. I am confident we can
find something
in your price range that will
fit your needs.
We are able to book for over
20 different properties!
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Q. Do the properties have
security for our vehicles?
A. Yes. All the hotel have on
site-24 hour security (some gated)
and the condo have gated
parking with 24 hour security.
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Q. Do
all the hotels and condos make us wear wrist-bands
on all
major Holidays, and sometimes year round?
A.
Yes. It makes it much easier for the Staff and
on site
Security to keep order, and make sure that everyone
has a
good time, without being over-run by non renters.
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Q. Is their a place in town
with internet access?
A. Yes. Max's Cafe (by the
Penasco Del Sol) has
free internet use on 2
computers and free wireless access.
(certain time limit required
for use at Max's Cafe)
Guest who stay at the all of
the modern
condominiums also has
free wireless access.
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Q. Is their a Golf Coarse in
Rocky Point?
A. Yes. It is at the Las
Palomas Golf Links!
(opened in June 2006, just
behind sandy beach)
For the best information,
Rates and Tee Times,
Click:
Las Palomas Golf Links
Casa Blanca Villas also has an
18 hole miniature golf coarse
open for the guest/renters of
Casa Blanca.
Not open to the public.
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Q. Do they offer Fishing
Charters in Rocky Point?
A. Yes! You can find a large
variety of boats and
prices for the different time
frame you choose.
For the most current
information, Click:
Fishing Charters
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Q. Can I find a Quad
rental, if we decide to leave our quads at home?
A. Yes. Their are a large
variety of Quad & Golf Cart
rentals in Rocky Point.
For more information, Click:
Quads & Golf Carts
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Q. Is their a fun place to go
dancing in Rocky Point?
A. Yes. Several actually.
People seem to really enjoy the Playa Bonita hotel,
Manny's Beach Club, Pink
Cadillac, The Pitahaya Bar,
Puesta Del Sol, and JJ's
Cantina.
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Q. Where are we allowed to
shoot off some fireworks?
A. If you already have a
reservation at a hotel or condo,
check with them on their
specific rules upon check in.
What we have heard from most
of the hotels is that
you are allowed to shoot them
off on the beach, facing the water.
You are NOT ALLOWED to use
them on the property itself.
As for most condos, they may
allow you to use them on the beach,
facing the ocean, but they usually have a cut
off time.
Some DO NOT ALLOW it at all.
You can shoot them off on the
Rocky Beach by Manny's Beach Club,
between Manny's and the Pitahaya
Bar,
and on Sandy Beach in designated
areas.
Best advice we can give you is
this:
Wait until dark, then head
outside and just watch & listen.
You will find find a place to
go "Boom!"
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Q. Do I have to tip the Red
Cross or Firemen,
when they stand in the road
with the red cones?
A. No. You are not required to
give any money to these local departments.
However, if you injure
yourself, or get stung by a stingray or jellyfish,
and
need assistance, "most likely"
these will be the people who
will help you free of charge.
They do accept donations for
their services.
"We can tell you that they are
some of the best
people to have helping you, in
case of an emergency."
Everyone worries about what to
do if something
happens to you or a
loved one on a vacation.
These people offer help all
the time, no questions asked!
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That's It!
We hope we have covered
all the important questions.
The best advice is to use Common Sense when
traveling.
That applies to everyone traveling in
the Us and Mexico.
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One last item we thought would
be helpful are some
of the different contact phone
numbers in Rocky Point.
1. Hospital
011-52-638-38-34566
2. Red Cross
011-52-638-38-32266
3. Police Station
011-52-638-38-32626 or 31616
4. Fire Station (Bomberos)
011-52-638-38-32828
5. Sky Med Air Ambulance (from
Mexico) 001-866-805-9624
6. Taxi's 011-52-638-38-32773
7. Playa Bonita R.v. Park &
Camp Ground 011-52-638-38-32586
Mileage from Us Cities to
Puerto Penasco, Rocky Point.
Albuquerque, Nm. -- 630 miles
Denver, Co. -- 1,086 miles
El Paso, Tx. -- 486 miles
Las Vegas, Nv. -- 472 miles
Los Angeles, Ca. -- 568 miles
Phoenix, Az. -- 212 miles
San Diego, Ca. -- 468 miles
Sante Fe, Nm. -- 683 miles
Tucson, Az. -- 212 miles
Yuma, Az. -- 211 miles
To locate a Post Office near
you that accepts Passport Applications,
call 1-800-ASK-USPS (275-8777)
Or call the National Passport
Information Center at 1-877-487-2778
For Weather Click:
www.weather.com
www.cnn.com
www.jjscantina.com
www.cedointercultural.org
Thank You all for the great
questions over the years.
Please remember that all
information on this page
give by Synergy Reservations
Inc
is our "Best Opinion", and no more.
We just want you to be
informed about traveling to
Rocky Point, Mexico.
Thank You.
Synergy Reservations, Inc.
Local 480-994-4475
National 800-569-1797