Safety of Pan American Highway

[Jackalope]

Hey there, I am considering a solo one month tour of the Pan American highway, starting December 15th.  I currently live in Northern Arizona, and am looking for

1) advice on a good starting point
2) tips on route safety

I have heard mixed reviews about safety in Mexico and wondering if it would be worth my while to purchase a plane ticket to a safer region.  I would much rather begin close to home, to save $$

Anyone else want to ride Central America during this time??

This message was edited by Jackalope on 11-4-06 @ 10:10 AM

[litespeed]

I wouldn't worry too much about safety in Mexico. They'll think you're a little screwy but no one will bother you. You don't say how much of the Panamerican Highway you plan to do. Alaska to Tierra del Fuego or just south from Arizona? The nice thing about Latinamerica is that you can get a bite to eat and lodging most anywhere as long as you're not too fussy. Most people skip Colombia - fly from Panama City to Ecuador. In Centralamerica Guatemala is the most interesting country, Cost Rica the most pleasant and Honduras the poorest.