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best route from cent america to us????

i am planning a trip from costa rica to usa...leaving sometime in may......does anyone have any information or experience......any advice or remarks would be appreciated.......this is my first trip like this and it looks like i am going solo...unless i find someone to join me.
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So, you want to run the east coast, have 12 days availble, will enter the US at Calexico, will be camping most nights, prefer the cuota/toll roads where possible, want to see a festival but don't like small beach towns, looking to buy a pair of handmade boots, etc...

What did I leave out?
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Cool best route to US...........

Darn, sorry I missed you, I just got back in Denver from Nicaragua 2 days ago.
Your route depends largely on time and sights you want to see. I normally hug the east coast of Mexico thru Veracruz, Tuxpan and Tampico but that route is meant for speed back into the US. In El Salavdor take Carretera #2 because it has the best twisties combined with fantastic vistas. It's way better than Deals Gap. I have done this trip many times....so do not hestitate to ask more detailed questions.
Good luck and happy safe travels.
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thanks liz.........i will keep you in mind
im looking to take my time, see some beaches, stay on safe roads......and meet some nice people.
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thanks mollydog......i appreciate all the info
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