I’ve been at it again, researching more of America’s priciest drugs and what they cost in Mexico, The U.S. costs represent a level of greed that drug companies do not even try to hide anymore. The good news is that the American public, thanks to news outlets, are becoming better educated about just how corrupt the system is.
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Cancún’s reputation as a Spring Break destination obscures its potential for the part-time expat.
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The lovely interface of the italki language learning site captivated me. Would the lessons be as good as the site?
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Updated October 2020 - If you are thinking about living in Mexico part-time, what to do about a car in the US is just as important as what to do about a car in Mexico. Here are things to consider when deciding whether to keep your car.
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Puerto Vallarta offers full -time and part-residents the luxuries of resort life year-round.
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Updated January 2020 - I take a controversial stand on an issue of vital concern to me in Mexico - the quality of baked goods in Mexico (I’m glad I don’t have a comments section).
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Updated January 2023 - Two key habits will ensure that the weeks leading up to your departure for Mexico are spent with friends, not washing windows.
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Are people drawn to San Miguel de Allende because they are already creative, or does living in Mexico make them more creative?
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As Netflix adds more and more foreign movies to its fare, these series from Spain will expand your Spanish and your horizons.
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Updated October 2023- Mexico’s legends make their way into everyday life in Mexico. The story of La Malinche is one of the most enduring.
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Updated February 2022 - Any trip back to the U.S. is preceded by a wild spending spree in Mexico.
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November 2023 - What to expect from pharmacists' recommendations and how they differ from recommendations at home.
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I was surprised to discover that many people come to this site for the cost of certain drugs in Mexico. I’m sorry not to have delivered on that, until now. Here is a list of the most expensive drugs taken by people over 50, their average price in the U.S. and the price in Mexico.
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Updated - January 2020 - Purchasing services in Mexico is about price, quality… and examining your character.
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Updated January 2020 - The place I rent at in Mazatlán’s Olas Altas is a feast for both eyes and ears.
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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..
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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.
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January 2023 - Good sighs, bad sighs. What do they mean?
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Updated October, 2023 - Your ultimate guide to using the Cross Border Express in San Diego and saving hundreds of dollars on flight costs.
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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.
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