Safer to travel from Oaxaca to Zihua or Puerto Escondido

We have been traveling in Mexico for the last 40 years and have way more road miles in Mexico than in the US, in tents and RV's. Until we found Zihuatanejo, Puerto Escondito was our favorite spot. It's hot, like here, it's smaller than here, it has amazing beaches, and used to have a great clothing optional beach. It's another great place to visit. It has more European visitors than we have here, so a different vibe.

Mom, get over it. We finally got to the point, very early on that we didn't tell one of our families that we were on the road in Mexico because they freaked out. If you raised your kids well, relax and revel in the fact that they are exploring other countries, cultures and having adventures!!!

Us? We left the US and moved here permanently 4 years ago. Best decision we ever made, and our families, if living would have cheered. Finally!