Puerto Peñasco is working on intense promotion programs, both to continue attracting fall/winter tourism and to sustain the positive flows of tourists who visited during the first half of the year, reported Lizette Ibarra of the OCV.

The director of the Office of Conventions and Visitors (OCV) specified that the resources made from the 2% tax on lodging services are already being used to promote tourism to our city in a closely coordinated manner along with the State Government.

She maintained that the promotional activity continues all throughout the year, since the objective is to achieve the greatest projection and penetration to the target markets of both national tourism and foreign tourism.

Without specifying amounts, she stated that campaigns will be carried out to strengthen winter tourism with attractions such as whale watching, activities for "snow birds", and others that can be enjoyed in Puerto Peñasco at the end of the year.

Lizette Ibarra recalled that, during the first semester of this year, 890,138 visitors were registered in Puerto Peñasco, with an average occupancy rate of 40% in condos and hotels, bringing an economic gain of nearly fifty million dollars, already exceeding the amounts from 2019 and 2021.

Lizette Ibarra pointed out that, thanks to the support of each and every one of the lodging representatives who have joined efforts to bolster the tourism market, it has been possible to reach levels equal to and exceeding the time prior to the covid-19 pandemic, reaffirming that Rocky Point is the best beach destination in the State of Sonora.

City workers continue repair work on roads following the heavy rains and flooding from the severe rains that affected Rocky Point and all of Sonora. While most have become passable, there is still work to do, reported Alan Ontiveros, reported the director of the Municipal Civil Protection Unit.

Ontíveros explained that the sites most damaged by the rain were the central neighborhoods such as La Curva, Benito Juárez and El Mirador, where the water caused large fissures and washed out most of the road in an area of ​​Whale Hill. Flooding and damage also occurred in sections of Benito Juárez, Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez, Fremont, and Sonora Boulevards.

The public servant stated that during the storm, the city had patrols roaming the zones most affected to help stranded motorists. While the storm did cause vehicles to stall and some homes to flood, it was not required to activate temporary shelters in the city

The Technical Director of OOMAPAS, Javier Franco Islas, reported that the general pumping of the sump located in the La Curva neighborhood worked correctly, but the volume of rain received in this area meant that until 4:00 pm the day after the storm for the levels of water in the streets to begin going down. He also added that, thanks to the earth barrier that were made in some streets, rainwater was diverted from causing worse damage.

ZOFEMAT management also reported that road damage was documented due to the water flow in the areas of of Mannys, Princessa, Casa Blanca and Puerta Privada. All were restored quickly the day following the storm so that no traffic would be impeded.

CEDO Intercultural presents “Music for the Sea” with Orkesta Mendoza featuring Quetzal Guerrero and special guests  

• Natural history talks, yoga meditation, beach walks, hiking and snorkeling with sea lions are just some of the daytime activities concert participants can also enjoy. 

CEDO Intercultural Center for the Study of Deserts and Oceans is hosting the first “Music for the Sea” concert over two special nights, along with day activities spanning from September 30th to October 2nd, at the CEDO site located in Las Conchas in Puerto Peñasco, Sonora.

The weekend, with the main concert hitting the stage on Saturday, Oct. 1st, features Orkesta Mendoza with Quetzal Guerrero and special guests Salvador Durán, Mariachi Nuevo Azteca de Tucson, Los Èsplifs (DJ set), Brian López, Golden Boots, and Puerto Peñasco’s own Agua De Coco.

Complementary activities include a yoga meditation session, natural history talk, a festival breakfast, guided nature walk, and snorkeling with sea lions. All proceeds to benefit CEDO to continue the projects they have implemented in this region for over four decades. 

NOTE – Special Discount for Puerto Peñasco residents (including for expats with resident cards)

More info on these tickets directly at CEDO:  info@cedointercultural.org  011 52 638 382 0113

Tickets available NOW online at: Music For the Sea

Friday Sept 30  6pm Show 7pm:

‘Orkesta Acustico’ ✦ ‘Orkesta Unplugged’ / with Quetzal Guerrero, Salvador Duran, Brian Lopez, Sergio Mendoza, Caleb Michel, Saul Millan and special guests throughout the evening. The concert will be seated and located inside the intimate CEDO courtyard. Enjoy traditional and new compositions from these amazing artists in one special unplugged performance.

Food and drinks will be available to purchase.

Saturday, Oct 1 | Doors open 5pm Show 6pm.

‘The Big Show’ ✦ ‘El Gran Concierto’ On night two, the celebration moves to the outdoor stage at CEDO, where Orkesta Mendoza will headline a night of amazing music ranging from Cumbia & Mambo to Salsa & Boogaloo! The evening kicks off with Salvador Duran before Agua De Coco hits the stage, then a performance by Mariachi Nuevo Azteca de Tucson, followed by the Orkesta. When the outdoor festivities end, we are moving the party to the courtyard where Los Èsplifs will DJ late into the night.

Food and drinks will be available to purchase.

DAYTIME ACTIVITIES

Saturday:

YOGA MEDITATION with QVLN | 8:30am | Meet at CEDO then walk to the beachfront (90 mins)

Join QVLN (Quetzal Guerrero) as he leads this special Yoga meditation session on the steps of the Gulf of California. The unique combination of movement and music is designed to bring mindfulness into the present moment. Participants can expect a well-rounded class that will focus your breath, encourage an internal energy shift, and soothe your senses with vibrational frequency healing.

QVLN – International performing artist, singer, multi instrumentalist and composer, QVLN (pronounced Q-Violin) is at the forefront of music genre evolution and exploration. With an intense understanding of North, Central and South American rhythms, his creative directive is to navigate all forms of musical expression focusing on community outreach, social justice and arts education.

Includes coffee, juice, fresh fruit, granola and fresh pastries after your session in the Cedo courtyard at 10:00am

SEA OF CORTÉS NATURAL HISTORY TALK & BREAKFAST | 9:00am | CEDO (60 mins)

Learn about the Upper Gulf of California’s natural processes associated with the formation of its oceans, landscapes, flora and fauna and human interactions through our iconic Natural History Talks.

Includes coffee, juice, fresh fruit, granola and fresh pastries after your the talk in the Cedo courtyard at 10:00am

BREAKFAST AT CEDO | 10:00am

Coffee, juice, fresh fruit, granola and fresh pastries in the Cedo courtyard with a DJ PRIMO playlist.

Sunday:

SAN JORGE ISLAND: Snorkel with sea lions at bird island | 7:00am (8 hours) | Meet at CEDO

Travel through the Upper Gulf of California on a boat to Isla San Jorge, or Bird Island; a natural protected area under Mexican Federal Government and home to a gargantuan sea lion colony where you’ll get the chance to snorkel or scuba dive to better appreciate its rich biodiversity.

PINACATE HIKING ADVENTURE | 7:00am (6-7 hours) | Meet at CEDO Let the breathtaking Great Desert of Altar’s sea of sand transport you to an ecosystem like no other in the entire northern hemisphere: the sand dunes of El Pinacate y Gran Desierto de Altar Biosphere Reserve. Discover the majestic panoramic views where you will be able to fully visualize the Pinacate volcanic shield, the Sierra Blanca and Sea of Cortes.

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Directora Ejecutiva / Executive Director

Oficina Mex: + 52 638 382 0113 / 5

Tucson Office: + 1 520 320 5473

Cel: +52 1 553 225 8728

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After a three year hiatus, the current Super Flyweight World Champion and pride of Puerto Peñasco and Sonora, Juan Francisco “El Gallo” Estrada, will reappear in the city of Hermosillo on September 3 where he will fight against Argi Eliel Cortés Sánchez from the capital city.

The bout will take place at the COM facilities in Hermosillo, with a capacity of ten thousand people and will be broadcast on open television by TV Azteca, the ESPN Latin America network, and the DAZN sports platform. 

Tickets are available on the website www.superboletos.com, as well as at the Innova Sport facilities, located in Galerías Mall, and at Deportes Navarro. 

“Gallo” Estrada, who was also a flyweight world champion, has a record of 42 official victories, of which 28 were by knockout, and three losses, while Argi Cortés has 23 wins, two losses, two draws and ten for knockouts

Puerto Peñasco will host the 2022 First Force Baseball State Championship from September 22nd to the 25th with the participation of more than 20 teams from the state of Sonora, helping to increase sports tourism and more activities with this cup.

The Francisco León García stadium will host the event, which will bring more than 20 first-rate teams from the state of Sonora, as part of a very strong baseball season. Plans are to bring more tournaments of different categories which should add up to more than 90 state teams and other entities throughout the year.

The organizing committee of the event is made up of sports promoters who prepared the logistics and rehabilitation of the baseball fields with the cooperation of municipal and state authorities, the Puerto Peñasco Convention and Visitors Bureau, and private business organizations, so that this championship will be a success and can bring together thousands of fans.

This annual tournament endorsed by the Sports Commission of the State of Sonora and the State Baseball Association of the State of Sonora will bring together teams from Hermosillo, Guaymas, Nogales, Caborca, Magdalena, and Puerto Peñasco, among others that may join this Cup.

In addition to this championship, a tournament for players who are 40 years old and over will be held with the participation of 20 teams on September 10 and 11, as well as the International Cup for those who are 60 and over from September 29 to October 2. The tournament is expected to bring more than 20 teams from Sonora, Sinaloa, Arizona, Michoacán, California, and New Mexico. There is also for children from 5 to 18 years of age, which will be from October 14 to 16, with an expected attendance of more than 60 teams from Sonora and Baja California.

For those of you who thought Cinco De Mayo was Mexico's Independence Day, here is your chance to redeem yourselves. Impress your friends with the interesting story behind the real Mexican Independence Day.

On September 16th, Mexicans all over the world will be having fiestas in the celebration of the Mexican Independence day, also known as Grito de la Independencia (Cry of Independence). Although Mexico's independence wasn't effectively declared from Spain until September 27, 1821, this day is still most largely celebrated as The Mexican Independence Day, as it was the day that called everyone to fight for liberty which ultimately lead to the successful revolt.

Here's a quick history lesson:

The first inhabitants of Mexico were indigenous people, one of which was the famous Aztec empire. After Christopher Columbus "discovered" America, the Spanish conquered the Aztecs, along with the other civilizations living there. They were under Spanish rule for three centuries and were named "La Nueva Espana," also known as "The New Spain."

In 1808, Napolean invaded Spain. The people saw this as an opportunity to seek their independence. Being influenced by French philosophers and the Independence of the United States, they decided to start a revolt.

On September 15, 1810, Father Hidalgo along with others freed 80 pro-independence inmates from the Spanish colonial government in the early morning of September 16, 1810. Church bells were rung upon their return and it was then that they congregated to plan for the people's revolt against the Spanish. After ten years of war, Independence was declared from Spain on September 27, 1821.

Aside from the many fiestas going on every night of September 15th into the 16th, church bells are rung, including Father Hidalgo's original church bell in his honor. Father Hidalgo's speech is recapitulated from the balconies of every mayors' office in Mexico as a tradition, while fireworks culminate at midnight with the cries of "Viva Mexico!" heard throughout.

If you have any property or other assets in Mexico, it's a good idea to get a Mexican will. The good news is that you can get one done easily at any Notaría (notary's office) and the price for the service will be up to 50% less during the month of September.

This is all part of a government campaign called Septiembre, Mes del Testamento  (September, Month of the Testament). The purpose of the campaign is to educate people about the importance of having a will and to offer financial incentives to get one done.

Why You Might Want One

If you don't have a will, your property and assets will be divided up according to Mexican law. That option may not work out well for your surviving partner or spouse because 50% of the shared property can be claimed by other relatives.

Even if you have a will in your home country, it's still a good idea to get a Mexican will because it will save your family the time, expense and hassle of getting your foreign document recognized in Mexico.

Once you have a Mexican will, the entire probate process is much faster and can normally be handled entirely in the notary's office without requiring involvement from the courts.

Another huge advantage of getting a Mexican will is that it will make it easier for your intended heirs to find the document because it will be logged into a national database called el Registro Nacional de Avisos de Testamento.

Where to Go

You can have a private attorney draft the document and then file it with a Notaría (notary's office), but this option is more expensive and unnecessary. You can skip the private attorney and go directly to the nearest Notaría and have them do everything.

It's important to point out that notary in Mexico is nothing like the job of the same title in the United States. In Mexico, notaries are attorneys who are tasked with, among other things, ensuring the validity of legal documents. In other words, you can trust them to get the job done.

Rice pudding is a delicious dessert served all over the globe, but Mexican rice pudding is an especially tasty variant. Enjoyed as either dessert or breakfast, this comforting traditional Spanish dish is truly special. Topped with cinnamon and also known as arroz con leche, this recipe is so satisfying and delicious.

Combining milk, evaporated milk and sweetened condensed milk might bring tres leches cake to mind. But these ingredients are also perfect for making Mexican rice pudding when teamed with cinnamon, vanilla and rice.

Mexican Rice Pudding Ingredients:

This comforting Spanish dish topped with cinnamon is really easy to make and you only need a few ingredients for it. In addition to whole milk, evaporated milk and sweetened condensed milk, you need rice, water, cinnamon, vanilla, and sugar.

Raisins are an optional addition to this arroz con leche dessert or breakfast. Or could you incorporate chopped dried mixed fruit or sultanas, dried cranberries or whatever else you have to hand, to add texture.

How to Make Arroz con Leche:

Making rice pudding can be as easy as popping open a can. While that variety of rice pudding might do at a pinch, it has nothing on the fresh appeal of this comforting Spanish dish. Seriously, Mexican rice pudding really is in a league of its own. 

The first step in traditional Mexican rice pudding is to put rice in a sieve. Keep rinsing it until the rinsing water runs clear, then put the rice in a saucepan with water and a cinnamon stick. Cook it for half an hour, stirring occasionally, then add the milk, evaporated milk and sweetened condensed milk.

You will see the arroz con leche begin to thicken after about 15 minutes. Take it off the heat and let it cool down then refrigerate it unless you want to serve it at room temperature (which is also good!) Topped with cinnamon, this comforting Spanish dish is guaranteed to put a smile on your face.

Mexican rice pudding is hearty enough to start the day off on a positive note. It’s creamy, sweet and delicious. Also, since it keeps well in the refrigerator, all you have to do is grab it and grab a spoon. You don’t have to fry anything or cook anything.

How far ahead can you make this recipe?

It will keep for up to 4 days and you can warm it up or enjoy it cold, as you prefer. It is also freezer-friendly for up to 3 months. If you choose to do this, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator and give it a good stir before serving.

Help! My rice pudding is too thick!

Don’t worry, this is a common issue, not just with Mexican rice pudding but with any rice pudding recipe. Once you add the milk, evaporated milk and sweetened condensed milk, you will notice it thicken considerably. The longer you simmer this dessert or breakfast, the more you will see it thickens up. Now, this pudding isn’t supposed to be watery thin but it’s not supposed to be solid either. So, if it thickens more than you want, simply add some milk or cream and stir it in to thin it down a little.

INGREDIENTS:

2 Cups white rice

4 Cups water

2 Cups whole milk

1 Can sweetened condensed milk 14 ounces

1 Can evaporated milk 12 ounces

1 cinnamon stick

2 Teaspoons vanilla

1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon

¼ Cup sugar up to 1.2 cup depending on how sweet you like

INSTRUCTIONS

Place the rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse it until the water runs clear.

Place the rice, the cinnamon stick, and the water in a large saucepan. Bring the rice to a boil over medium – high heat and cook it for 30 to 35 minutes until the rice is soft. Stir occasionally, to keep the rice from sticking to the pan. Be careful not to break the rice by stirring it too much.

Once it's soft, add the three different types of milk, vanilla, and sugar. Cook for another 15 minutes. You should see the mixture thicken.

Remove from heat and let it sit until it thickens even more.

Let cool and then refrigerate.

Serve at room temperature or cold.

Sprinkle ground cinnamon on top, or you can add raisins, too.

Here is another list - a more complete list - of commonly used Mexican slang. Most of these words and phrases won't be found in a dictionary but the are used in everyday conversations - some of them a lot. Browse the list, practice them if you'd like, maybe save it for future reference. If you spend any time in Mexico, you're sure to hear interactions containing them at some point. Here you go: 

Mexican Slang: The Essential List

1. Wey

This word is at the forefront of Mexican slang. Similar to "dude" in English, "wey" is commonly used for friends or acquaintances, and in some unpleasant situations, refers to strangers in a sarcastic way.

• Mira wey, ¿salimos hoy o que? - Hey dude, wanna go out today?

2. Neta

This is another one of those words that you will hear in movies, tv shows, or from some Mexican friends. It usually means "the truth", but when used interrogatively, it's understood as:

• ¿Neta? - For real?

You can also refer to someone great by saying:

• ¡Eres la neta! - You rock!

3. No manches

When a friend tells you about some amazing event, or something that you don't know if it's real or not, you would say No manches! (Really? or Are you kidding?).

You can also use ¡No mames! which means the same thing, but is a little more colourful (similar to damn!).

4. ¡Órale!

This word has many different purposes: amazement, approval, enthusiasm and even to complement orders.

• ¡Órale! ¿Y tu desde cuando trabajas tanto? - Wow, since when do you work so much?

5. ¡Aguas!

As odd as this expression may seem, it has no relation to water. This expression refers to being alert or aware of your surroundings.

• ¡Aguas! - Watch out!

6. Pinche

Typically used as an adjective to label something as ugly, terrible or of bad quality. Can also be used as a curse word to enhance an insult and its characteristics (the same way "#&cking" in English is used.

• ¡Jajaja! pinche Ricardo, siempre sales con esas cosas - Hahahah, bleeping Ricardo, you always come up with stuff like this
• Eres un pinche idiota, Ricardo - You're a bleeping idiot, Ricardo

7. Chido

Mexicans love to use "chido" to describe something cool, or with good vibes. It can be used with people, objects or situations.

• Esta bien chido ese regalo, gracias wey - That gift is really cool, thanks man

8. No Hay Bronca

Let's start with "bronca", commonly used to refer to a problem or discomfort. So as you can imagine "no hay bronca", means that there is no problem - everything is fine.

• Claro, yo te puedo prestar algo de dinero, no hay bronca - Sure, I can lend you some money, no problem

9. Chavo or Chava

The most commonly used words to describe children, adolescents and young people in general. Similar to "kid" in English.

• El chavo sigue en el colegio, debería buscarlo - The boy is still in school, I should pick him up

10. Naco

Mexican slang for someone with a tacky, or poor attitude, and is considered less sophisticated than your regular member of society. Most of the time, a naco acts unpleasantly, is not well-educated and uses certain colorful slang. Close equivalent to "ghetto" in English.

• Naaah, te ves muy naco con eso, mejor cambiate - Nah, you look really trashy on that, go change

11. Fresa

You probably recognize this word as "strawberry", but in Mexican slang, "fresa" is used to describe a person who is a snob, stuck-up and basically, thinks that they are better than everyone else. They'll likely speak with a distinct accent - which may or may not be fake.

• Sabes que no me gusta salir con hombres como él, es demasiado fresa - You know I don't like going out with men like him, he's way too stuck up

12. Chicano

Natives use this word to describe people of Mexican origin born in the United States, or people who were born in Mexico but emigrated to the US at an early age.

• Hay una población bastante grande de Chicanos en Los Angeles - There is a very important Chicano population in Los Angeles

13. Cholo

Commonly heard in the southwest of the United States, "cholo" is a somewhat loosely defined term, but it generally refers to Mexican gangsters, with a very specific look - big white shirts, black baggy shorts, shaved heads, religious black ink tattoos, black shades, etc.

• Tengo algunos primos cholos, pero prefiero no meterme en eso - I have a few cholo cousins, but I'd rather not get involved with that

14. Metiche

That person who always has his/her nose in other people's business. Not guaranteed to spread rumors, but still likes to keep tabs on everyone's business.

• Hay demasiados metiches en mi trabajo, no los soporto - There are too many nosy people on my job, I can't stand them

15. Tocayo

Nickname given to anyone who shares your first name.

• Ahí va el tocayo - There goes my tocayo

16. Prieto

While this may seem a little racist to an English speaker, in Mexico this word is seen as non-offensive slang to describe someone with darker skin.

• ¿Recuerdas quién es Daniel? Mi amigo prieto, estuvo acá el otro día - Remember who Daniel is? My black friend, he was there the other day

17. Vieja

Although this directly translates to "old lady", in Spanish and particularly Mexican slang, this word is used as an affectionate word for your mom. Sometimes also used for wife, Viejo for husband.

• Tengo que visitar a la vieja de vez en cuando, y darle algún regalito - I have to visit my mother from time to time, and give her some little present

18. Padre

Similarly, this literally translates as "father", but in Mexican slang means cool. You'll hear common phrases such as "que padre!" ("How cool!") or 'más padre' ('very cool'). Just like "chido", it can be used when talking about people, things or situations.

• Está bien padre ese juego, ¿como se llama? - That video game looks really cool, what's it called?

19. Chela

Chelas, or cheves are beers, and the word comes from a beer cocktail (michelada) that mixes beer with lime, chili and tomato juice.

• Dame dos chelas para mi y mi compadre - Give me two chelas for me and my compadre.

20. Pomo

A rather short name for a bottle of any liquor that you might find, from vodka to some fine tequila.

• Las chelas no van a alcanzar para todo el mundo, hay que abrir un pomo - Beers aren't going to be enough for everyone, we have to open a bottle

21. Malacopa

The lightweight person who gets drunk extremely easy or extremely fast - we all know someone like that.

• Creo que el pomo no hacía falta, estos son muy malacopa - I think the bottle wasn't even necessary, these guys are extreme lightweights

22. Crudo

The imminent future of a "malacopa" is to have a hangover.

• Esta mañana amaneci crudo - I woke up with a hangover today

23. Cantina

Sounds similar to a canteen, and they serve a similar purpose, since this term means "bar" for Mexican folk.

(A naco will probably describe a nightclub as "antros")

• Hoy no tengo ganas de ir a la cantina, vayan ustedes - I don't want to go to the bar tonight, but you guys can go

24. Pedo

This word has 3 uses a) a fart b) being buzzed/drunk c) being a problem.

• No pensé que fuesen a volver tan pedos wey - I didn't think you'd come home so drunk, man.

25. Chamba

A difficult and demanding job, or an unpleasant situation i.e. something you don't want to get stuck in for too long.

• Mañana tengo que volver a mi chamba wey, o me despiden - I have to go back to my job tomorrow man, or I'll get fired

26. Changarro

The name given to small, wholesome family businesses - like the bodega (mom and pop store) on the corner of the street.

• Ve al changarro ese y ve si tienen algunos dulces - Go to the store and see if they have any kind of candy

27. Chafa

Something that is of very low quality, disappointing or prone to causing frustration and have you screaming "¡Que chafa!" which means "what crap!".

• Esa camisa está chafa - This t-shirt is bad quality (or fake)

28. Varos

Slang word for money, capable of replacing the word "pesos" since it can hold a numerical value, like "bucks".

• Me pagaron esta semana, puedo poner unos cuantos varos más para la pizza - I got paid this week, I can help with a few more bucks for the pizza

29. Refresco

Commonly used slang term for sodas of any kind.

• ¿Quieres beber refresco o te sirvo algo más? - Do you want to drink some soda or do you want me to serve you something else?

30. Paro

This simply means favor, and will replace the word in most occasions.

• ¿Me puedes hacer un paro y recordarme eso? - Can you do me a favor and remind me of that?

31. Gacho

This is a substitute for "feo" (ugly), though both words are used in a much wider sense than for physical ugliness i.e. just general badness.

• No seas gacho, déjalos ir al parque - Don't be so boring, let them go to the park

32. Jalada

A word for something that is completely unbelievable or overdone, like "The Fast and Furious" movie franchise.

• No puede ser, que jalada toda esa historia, ¿como quieres que te crea? - That's a ridiculous story, how do you want anyone to believe you?

33. Chorro

When you have a stream of something, meaning you have large quantities of it (like "The Fast and Furious" boxset collection).

• Tenemos un chorro de películas por ver esta vacaciones, deberíamos comenzar - We have a ton of movies to watch on vacation, we should get started

34. Ratero

In Mexico, "ratero" is used instead of "ladrón". Both words mean "thief".

• Pues el teléfono me lo robó un ratero, así que no tengo - A thief robbed me off of my phone, so i don't have one

25. Vocho

Nickname for the old Volkswagen Beetle, a car you will see a lot in Mexico.

• ¿Por qué hay tantos vochos en la capital? - Why are there so many beetles in the capital city?

36. Chamarra

In Mexico, this word is slang for jacket or coat, and acts as a replacement for "chaqueta" which is used in every other Spanish speaking country.

That's because in some parts of Mexico, "chaqueta" is a slang term for masturbation or touching yourself.

So if you want to avoid an awkward (and possibly funny moment, the next time you go to buy a "jacket" in Mexico, it's best to use the slang term.

• ¿Me prestas tu chamarra? - Can I have your jacket for a minute?

37. Chanclas

A word for sandals and flip-flops, a common sight everywhere in the country.

• Deberías ponerte algo mejor que esas chanclas para salir - You should put on something better than those flip-flops to go out

38. Camión

A slang word for both formal and informal route buses, even though it means "truck" in the rest of Latin America.

• Apúrate que no vamos a alcanzar el camión - Hurry up or we won't catch the bus

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