Mexico Travel Orientation GEOGRAPHY/LOCATION

1. Mexico Travel OrientationGEOGRAPHY/LOCATION Mexico is bordered by the United States to the North, and Belize and Guatemala to the southeast. Mexico is about one-fifth the size of the United States BHM A/P HMA BY CM

2. MEXICO • President: Vicente Fox Quesada • Area: 761,602 sq mi • Population:106,202,903 • Capital: Mexico City, 21,233,900 • Monetary Unit: Peso • Main Language: Spanish • Main Religion: Roman Catholic HMA BY CM

3. WEATHER IN MEXICO • During the summer months, individual daytime temperatures quite often exceed 100 F at elevations below 5,000 feet; but the average monthly maximum temperatures during July,the warmest month, range from slightly above 90 F at lower elevations to the upper 70’s at high elevations. • In January, the coldest month, average daytime temperatures range from the middle 50s in the southern and central valleys to the middle 30s in the higher elevations of the north. HMA BY CM

4. General Information - Culture • Some countries consider business suits and briefcasesas a sign of wealth. • To avoid this misconception, travelers should dress down, and keep a low profile. • Respect the customs of any country, and under no circumstance try to change them. • Know, observe, and adapt to their customs. HMA BY CM

5. Crime Rate - Things to know about Mexico • At least 27 Americans have been abducted along the border with Mexico in the past six months because of increased violence among drug traffickers, prompting the U.S. State Department to issue a warning to travelers. • The most frequently reported crimes involve taxi robberies, armed robbery, pick pocketing and purse snatching. • Have the Hotel call a knowncab servicing company for transport services. HMA BY CM

6. Health and Sanitization In case of emergencies, it will be helpful to maintain a copy of: • Medications or Prescriptions should be kept in their original containers. • Blood Types and Physician/Medical Information • Malaria is found in some rural areas of Mexico, particularly those near the southwest coast. Travelers to malarial areas should consult their physician. HMA BY CM

7. Health and Sanitization • Air pollution in Mexico City is severe. It is most dangerous during thermal inversions that occur most often from December to May. • Air pollution plus Mexico City's high altitude are a particular health risk for the elderly and persons with high blood pressure, anemia, respiratory, or cardiacproblems. If this applies to you, consult your doctor before traveling to Mexico City. • Associates are advised NOT to drink tap water. Buy only bottled water to consume when needed. Do NOTuse ice cubes from direct tap water. • Be cautious when eating Mexican Cuisine, as food can be extremely spicy and may cause stomach irritation. • Be cautious of consuming produce,salads and unwashed fruits. HMA BY CM

8. Travel Documents A passport cover is Highly Recommended ! You do not want to advertise that you are from the United States ! • Leave your Cell Phone numberand thenumber ofyour contactin Mexicowith yourtravel planer. • Leave a detailed itinerary and the numbers of your passport or othercitizenship documents with a friend or relative in the United States. HMA BY CM

9. Travel Documents • Bring either a U.S. passport or a certified copy of your birth certificate and current, valid photo identification. • Carry your photo identification and the name of a person to contact with you in the event of serious illness or other emergency. • Keep photocopies of your airline or other tickets and your list of traveler's checks with you in a separate location from the originals and leave copies with someone at home. HMA BY CM

10. Car Information • If associate is driving across the U.S and Mexican border, they will be required to pay a one time fee of $20 in cash. • The authorities located at the border might require to stamp passport while going back and forth the U.S. and Mexican border. HMA BY CM

11. Car Information • The standard insurance included with many car rental contracts in Mexico provides only nominal liability coverage, often as little as the equivalent of $200. • Because Mexican law permits the jailing of drivers after an accident until they have met their obligations to third parties and to the rental company, renters should read their contracts carefully and purchase additional liability and comprehensive insurance if necessary. HMA BY CM

12. SAFETY TIPS ON GROUND TRASPORTATION • When using valet parking, be sure to leave only the ignition key with the attendant. Remove items that might tempt theft. • Park only in parking lots and garages that are well lit. • Park as close to exits/entrances as possible. • Lock your vehicle and close all windows tightly. Do not leave any valuables in the car and secure personal information from sight. • Ask for an escort if you do not feel safe. HMA BY CM

13. HOTEL INFORMATION Confirm airport and hotel reservations Travelers should seek hotels that include: • 24 Hour Security • Electronic Door Locks • Sprinkler Systems • Smoke Detectors • Fire Evacuation Chart • Stay between the 2nd and 3rd floors. (The ladders will easily be able to reach those floors, in the event of a fire). HMA BY CM

14. HOTEL INFORMATION • When you leave your hotel, always try to carry something that identifies where you are staying.(Book of matches or something with hotel address) This way, if you get lost, it can be used as a reference. • Remember to use your hotel's safety deposit box for valuables, and always lock your hotel room and car. • Be aware of habits used in hotel rooms. For instance, keep personal items out of sight, to avoid theft or usage. • Leave on lights and televisions, while away from hotel room. Therefore, others can assume that someone is present in the room. HMA BY CM

15. HOTEL SAFETY • After you enter your room, make sure thedoor closes securely and that the deadbolt works. • Keep the deadbolt and safety chain on at all times. • If the room does not have a dead bolt or heavy-duty security clasp, and only has a chain, be sure to twist it to take up the slackbefore latching it. • Never prop your hotel room door open. • Inspectwindows and outside doors to make sure that they lock and operate properly. Make sure the lock on the adjoining door (if there is one) works. • Locate the telephone and learn how to quickly contact the front desk and make an outside call. • Never open the door to your room to anyone unless you know positively who they are. HMA BY CM

16. HOTEL SAFETY • Some crooks dress up in hotel uniforms or pose as plainclothes security. Be cautious and always ask for the employee's name and call the front desk to verify that he or she is a legitimate employee who in fact needs to come to your room. • Locate the nearest fire exit and count the number of doors between your room and the exit. • Put your room key in the same place every time, preferably close to the bed, so if you have to leave the room in a hurry you won't lose time searching for your key. • Bring a small flashlight with you and keep it next to the bed with your room key. • If traveling with an associate, do not mention your room number in public places. • The "Do Not Disturb" sign serves as a sentry for your room if you leave it on the doorknoboutside the room. It gives the impression you are still inside when you are not in the room. • If your bag is stolen from the hotel, recruit management to search for it. Most hotel robberies are committed by the staff. HMA BY CM

17. HOTEL SAFETY Hotel Fires • If the fire alarm sounds, get your room key, put on your shoes, and head for the door. If there’s any smoke in your room, crawl. The fresh air you need to survive is near the floor. • A wet towel tied to cover your nose and mouth is an effective filter if you fold it in a triangle and put the bottom corner in your mouth. • Feel your door before proceeding into the hallway. If cool, leaveyour room and take your key. If hot, do not open the door. • If the hallway is clear, close the door behind you and proceed to the nearest exit. If the hallway is filled with smoke, crawl to the nearest exit. Stay against the wall to count the doorways. • If smoke is entering your room from beneath the door, use wettowels to block all openings. HMA BY CM

18. HOTEL SAFETY • Call the front desk to tell them you are in the room. • Open your window only if smoke is notentering your room. Hang a sheet out the window to signal firefighters. If smoke begins to enter, shut the window immediately. • Never break open a window with a chair or other object. The air pressure will draw more smoke into the room and you may have to close it later if there is smoke outside. • Never jump from the third or higher floor. • Fill the tub with water and turn on the bathroom vent fan. • Use your ice bucket to bail water on the door. If they are hot, bail water on the walls also. • If there is a fire outside, move everything combustible away from the window. • Do not panic. Fight the fire until rescue personnel arrive. HMA BY CM

19. HOTEL SAFETY Laptop Safety in hotel rooms • If you really want to make sure your laptop is safe, leave it at the front desk and ask them to put it in the hotel safe. • If you leave your laptop in your room, use a security cable. Try attaching your laptop with the security cable to the pipeunder the sink in the bathroom or some other spot that is anchored and can't be broken easily. HMA BY CM

20. SAFETY MEASURES • Leave things like unnecessary credit cards and expensive jewelryat home. • Bring travelers checks, not cash. • Use a money belt or concealed pouch for passport, cash and other valuables. • Do not bring firearms or ammunition into Mexico without written permission from the Mexican government. HMA BY CM

21. Things you should consider if going to Honda location in Mexico Must: • Passport – By Dec 31, 2006. Make sure it is valid. (Travelers should keep passports in a pocket that is not easily attainable by others.) • Airline Ticket • Honda ID • Uniform • Phone Cards • Travelers Checks – you can take your cash advance to the Honda Federal Credit Union and get your checks there. • Safety Shoes • Honda ball cap and bump cap, if required. • Ear Plugs • Over the counter medications Want: • Laptop (if needed) must notify ISD x3222 • Web Mail – If an associate wishes to check their e-mail while in Mexico, they will need to contact IS to acquire access and a password to the web mail system. • Expense report Forms – complete within 7 days of return Do Not: • Carry any weapons or sharp objects (knives, scissors, pointed objects), the airport will take them. Please read up on current policies for airport security. HMA BY CM

22. AIRPORT SAFETY • Travelers need to be aware of their bags and personal items at all times. • Leaving bags, laptops, and briefcases unattended is one of the most common mistakes, made by business travelers. It only takes a second to get these items stolen. • BE VERY CAUTIOUS if asked by a stranger to hold their luggage or any item for them. Be aware of surroundings at all times. HMA BY CM

23. TRANSPORT SAFETY ADMINISTRATION (TSA) • Put all undeveloped film and cameras with film in your carry-on baggage. DO NOT put any film baggage that you plan on checkingin. Screening equipment will damage undeveloped film. • Declare firearms & ammunition to your airline and place them in your checked baggage. • If you wish to lock your baggage, use a TSA-recognized lock. This TSA-recognized locks can be bought in stores such as wal-mart. Otherwise DO NOT lock any baggage you plan on checking in. • Do not bring lighters or prohibited matches to the airport. • Do not pack wrapped gifts and do not bring wrapped gifts to the checkpoint. Wrap on arrival or ship your gifts prior to your departure.  TSA may have to unwrap packages for security reasons. HMA BY CM

24. Before the Airport • Do not pack or bring Prohibited Items to the airport. Read the Permitted and Prohibited Items list. • Place valuables such as jewelry, cash and laptop computers in carry-on baggage only.   Tape your business card to the bottom of your laptop. • Avoid wearing clothing, jewelry and accessories that contain metal.  Metal items may set off the alarm on the metal detector. HMA BY CM

25. Am I wearing the right shoes? • You areNOT REQUIRED to remove your shoes before you enter the walk-through metaldetector.   • However, TSAscreeners may encourage you to remove them before entering the metal detector as many types of footwear will require additional screening even if the metal detector DOES NOT alarm.   • Footwear that screeners will encourage you to remove because they are likely to require additional screening: • Boots   • Platform shoes (including platform flip-flops) HMA BY CM

26. Before the Airport • Avoid wearing shoes (safety shoes) that contain metal or have thick soles or heels.  Many types of footwear will require additional screening even if the metal detector does not alarm. • Pack a bottled water and over the counter medication i.e. Aleve, Tylenol in your carry on if plane movement bothers you. • Always have some cash while traveling. You might need to get a luggage cart at airport. • Allow at least 2 hours to check in at airport before your flight. • Always park in long term parking and remember the location. HMA BY CM

27. What to do when you arrive in Mexico • Passport Control – Make sure you have properly filled out the disembarkation card and present it along withyour passport if required to do so. • Baggage Claim – Check your flight number and proceed to the proper baggage turntable. • Customs Inspection – At this point, the money can be exchanged to pesos. (1.00 USD/United States’ Dollar = 10.9687 MXN/Pesos) • Now you need to proceed to the arrival lobby and continue with your option of transportation. HMA BY CM

28. Extreme Situations If Kidnapped, • Do not be resistant. • Give information needed. • Be quiet when necessary. • Do not try to escape. IF EVER IN DANGER AND IF ABLE TO, PLEASE ASK FOR HELP FROM THE AMERICAN EMBASSY. HMA BY CM

29. Departure Procedures • Check in – After arriving at the airport, proceed to a check-in counter. Check which airline you will be using and then proceed to the designated counter. Present your ticket and your passport and you will receive your boarding pass. (Don’t forget to check your flight time and gate number). • Security Check – To prevent hijacking, all passengers are subject to baggage inspection and body searches. Follow the instructions of security personnel. • Customs - You will need to go through customs to exchange your currency. • Passport Control – Present your passport, boarding pass, and embarkation card at the Passport Control counter. • Boarding – Check the departure time and gate number on your boarding pass and proceed to your departure gate. HMA BY CM

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