Where are you coming from. Nuevo Laredo and Matamoros are big, busy crossings. You might want to check out Nuevo Progresso, a little out of the way but you will probably save time and aggravation in the long run. It is a little place. If you want to catch a bite to eat stop a Arturo's about 2 blocks down on the left, guarded parking lot.
Most of the violence in Mexico is drug related. If you aren't involved in the drug trade you don't have much to worry about.
If you go to Sanborns in McAllen you can get your Mexico insurance plus lot of good travel information. There is also a Mexican Consolate in McAllen where you can do most of the paperwork before you cross.
There is not much good near the border. It is good advice to get clear of the border region as soon as you can.
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