Lusty Living Near Olas Altas in Mazatlán
Updated January 2020 - The place I rent at in Mazatlán’s Olas Altas is a feast for both eyes and ears.
Read MoreStepping Outside the Expat Bubble: Making Mexican Connections
Updated July 2021- Cultural events are great places to meet the natives. Even if your Spanish is just passable, you can demonstrate respect and appreciation for Mexico’s artists and gain some insight on the cultural that will serve you well in the future..
Read MoreA Heat Stroke in Mexico? How to Hydrate Like a Native
Updated July 2023 - A reminder on the importance of proper hydration, especially in humid areas like coastal Mexico, and how to hydrate like a native.
Read MoreWhy Do We Sigh?
January 2023 - Good sighs, bad sighs. What do they mean?
Read MoreA Complete Guide to San Diego’s Cross-Border Express [Video Included]
Updated October, 2023 - Your ultimate guide to using the Cross Border Express in San Diego and saving hundreds of dollars on flight costs.
Read MoreOaxaca: The Spiritual Artistic Heart of Mexico
Updated September 2020 - Oaxaca has much more than the handcrafts and folk art for which it is so famous. A new generation of contemporary artists are making their own history. José Santos is one such artist.. A little about Santos and his city.
Read MoreTax Deductions for Popular Expat Remote Jobs
Business deductions you can take working from Mexico.
Read MoreThe Cheapest, Easiest and Fastest Way to Become an English Teacher in Mexico
Updated June 2021 - What if you think you might want to try teaching English living in Mexico but certification programs are too expensive? Find your solution here!
Read MoreGeneral Guide to Medical Care in Mexico a Must-Have for Aspiring Expats
Updated August 2020 - Monica Paxson's Guide to Medical Care give you the groundwork to understanding the healthcare system in Mexico and how to best access it.
Read MoreWhy You Should Consider Tlaquepaque (Near Guadalajara) as an Aspiring Expat
The city of Tlaquepaque (pronouced tuh-lah-keh-pah-keh) lies between Guadalajara's central district and Lake Chapala/Ajjic, a very expat community. You could spend days in its plazas and always see something new.
Read MoreA Stroll Through an Affluent Neighborhood in Guadalajara
Updated August 2020 - Guadalajara has so many interesting, lovely neighborhoods, expats have a lot to choose from, such as: Zapopan.
Read MoreGuadalajara a Fantasy for Big City Lovers
Updated August 2020 - Guadalajara is a dream come true for those who want to move to Mexico and love big cities. Cosmopolitan, chic and affordable, Guadalajara retains its Mexican culture and its Mexican warmth.
Read MoreMexico the Best Place to Buy Your Most Precious Commodity: Time
Updated January 2020 - Studies indicate we are more happy spending money to pay someone to do a task we don’t like. Yet statistics show we still spend $50 on dinner rather than pay a teenager to mow the lawn. In Mexico, the incentives change.
Read MorePuebla Mexico an Undiscovered Jewel for American Expats
Puebla's European influences, fabulous cuisine, and shopping make it a favorite among expats...just not American ones.
Read MoreIn Mexico, People Still Drop By
Updated January 2020 - Mexicans still “drop by” and why we should too. .
Read MoreWhere Do You Go When Things Go Wrong in Mexico?
Updated January 2023 - Problem with a landlord? A retailer who’s ripped you off? Who do you call? Surprisingly PROFECO (Mexico’s consumer affairs agency) has teeth.
Read MoreExpat Life Can Test Friendships Back Home
Updated January 2020 - Living part-time in Mexico makes you think about your friendships back home. Will they stand the test?
Read MoreFour Amazing Things About Rock Concerts in Mexico
Going to my first rock concert in Mexico was a benchmark moment and an experience every expat should have. Here is how they are different in Mexico.
Read MoreConvenience Store Robberies and Safety in Mexico
Updated January 2020 - With time, you will begin to make truer comparisons between Mexico and the U.S., including the enduring question: How safe is Mexico?
Read MoreMisunderstood Clichés About Living in Mexico
Updated January 2020 - You’ve heard the clichés over and over (“it’s cheaper in Mexico,” “it’s more relaxed in Mexico” - What do they really mean?
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