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Vendor Harassment Factor?

Started January 8, 2002 · 17,527 views · 5 posts
Hello - Planning a trip to PVR, and wondering what the vendor harassment factor on the beach is for the various areas. Any comments appreciated.

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Re:Vendor Harassment Factor?
I think a simple no or a shake of the head and the vendor will move on. We have never found it to be a problem.
Re:Vendor Harassment Factor?
I also agree. These vendors are good people. Just last week, in front of our Hotel, (The Premiere) I was interested in a white shirt but had just a few 5 peso coins for tipping with me. No problem, take the shirt, will come back tomorrow for the money! I was hesitant, but one of the other guests advised this was normal! She dropped by the next morning with a big shy smile, and was paid. She got an extra 10 pesos. The shirt was great! A simple polite nod with a smile and glance away will move them on! No problemo!
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I cannot wait to have to deal with those vendors!!! Only 3 more weeks.
Re:Vendor Harassment Factor?
I agree with mddfire just 13 days and counting the seconds!!!!