Visit and Shop In Mexico On Your South Padre Island/Port Isabel Vacation
 
 
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Recent surveys of South Padre Island and Port Isabel merchants found that one of the most asked questions is where to shop in Mexico. It seems that families spending several days here want to experience visiting another country while they are nearby. We have put together answers to the most often ask questions. This is general courtesy information and not intended to promote any business or venue in Mexico. Links to governmental agencies concerning border crossing travel information is provided.

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General Information  Visit Mexico
1. Nuevo Progreso (Locals refer to it as "Progreso"  spelling sometimes "Progresso")
2. Safe and Friendly - There is no place on the US/Mexico quite like Progreso.  It's sole existence is based on what this web site represents; your visiting Progreso.  You can feel safe and secure here.  The people are very friendly and appreciate your patronage.
3. Unique - Unlike all other Mexico border shopping areas Progreso is directly on the Rio Grande River.  You will literally start shopping and enjoying another culture immediately after crossing the International Boundary.  This town is for tourist.  No tourist = No Progreso.  You will be welcomed and appreciated.
4. Recommended! - If you have not visited Mexico before this should be your choice.  You will not be the only first timers there; if fact the streets will be full of people just like you.
Do's and Don't's  Nuevo Progreso Mexico Shopping
Do Wear good walking shoes and comfortable clothing.  You will find yourself walking allot visiting the 100's of stores.
Don't Worry about monetary exchange.  US dollars are the main currency in Progreso.  Your credit and debit cards will be accepted and you can even write checks.
Don't Worry about about your lack of Spanish.  English is well understood by the vast majority of the merchants.  Remember.. you are the reason they are there.
Do Be courteous to everyone.  You are a guest in their country.
Do Purchase one of the large mesh shopping bags with handles immediately after arriving.  (about $2.00)   You will be glad you did.
Do Check the latest border crossing regulations Click Here
  Note: Passports will be required beginning in January 2008 for American and Canadian citizens re-entering the U.S. after a visit to Mexico.  Please check here for the most recent details.
Do Familiarize yourself with items that you are not allowed to bring back to the US. Click Here (guns, switchblades illicit drugs, fruits, vegetables, animals exotic skin products ...)