"Its better for people like you not to have never come here. Go home, now, flee, before its too late!", is what the old Mexican lady sneered, as she looked at us judgementally shaking her head. "Mexico City is not for families, its dangerous .... and never take a taxi". It was comments like these that made us think twice about coming to Mexico. Stories of black taxi kidnappings, bus hijackings, and of course the numerous drug shootings that pepper the media. So imagine our disappointment when we didn't see pistol-toting hombres roaming the streets or burrito-munching shify-eyed señors eyeing our wallets. Mexico City is a modern bustling city, and despite its reputation for crime and kidnappings, is worthwhile stop on any Mexican itinerary. After dumping our gear at the Emporio Reforma (great place for those
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