Very interesting insights... thank you all for all your detailed information about Mexico and its highways.

Seems like this is not the ideal time to go due to the political tensions going on... Maybe will re-schedule for next year, after Xmas.

I didn't think about Guadalajara and PV as they are on the west coast and tickets are more expensive from MIA, as opposed to MEX (and drive to ACA). Also, I thought ACA would cater an older crowd, same as Oaxaca. Good to know about the buses, will do the 'bus' experience based on your tips!

I actually went to PVR last Summer, and it was nice but I had higher expectations and when I was there it actually it dissapointed me... Don't get me wrong, it's a v.nice town, but too comercial for my taste (I think that has affected the nice architecture and colonial feeling of the town). Also, didn't go in season, but as you mentioned, I was there in Aug and it rained everday!!! I went to MEX for 3 days before going to PVR, and we had a great time, enjoyed the food, the people, how friendly they are! the museums, the neighborhoods, etc...

JC