Test Driving Part-Time Life in Mexico by House Sitting
Updated January 2020 - House-sitting can be a terrific way to experience your prospective expat town as a local would, and save a lot of money on housing during a long term stay.
Read MoreAnother Installment of Prices of America's Most Expensive Drugs in Mexico
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.
Read MoreCancún - What to See and What to Skip
Cancún’s reputation as a Spring Break destination obscures its potential for the part-time expat.
Read MoreMy Review of the Language Learning Site Italki
The lovely interface of the italki language learning site captivated me. Would the lessons be as good as the site?
Read MoreDo You Need to Own a Car at Home If You Live Part-Time in Mexico?
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.
Read MorePuerto Vallarta - A Resort or Real Mexico?
Puerto Vallarta offers full -time and part-residents the luxuries of resort life year-round.
Read MoreWhy You Should Never Bake in Mexico
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).
Read MoreTwo Keys to Setting Up a Mini-Life in Mexico
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.
Read MoreWake Up Your Dormant Creativity in San Miguel De Allende
Are people drawn to San Miguel de Allende because they are already creative, or does living in Mexico make them more creative?
Read More2022 Best Spanish-Language Series on Netflix
As Netflix adds more and more foreign movies to its fare, these series from Spain will expand your Spanish and your horizons.
Read MoreThe Fascinating History of La Malinche (and Why Gift-Giving Is More Fun in Mexico)
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.
Read MorePersonal Services to Load Up On in Mexico
Updated February 2022 - Any trip back to the U.S. is preceded by a wild spending spree in Mexico.
Read MoreRecommendations from Mexican Pharmacies Might Be Different from Home
November 2023 - What to expect from pharmacists' recommendations and how they differ from recommendations at home.
Read MoreThe Prices of America's Most Expensive Drugs in Mexico
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.
Read MoreTesting Your Biases in Mexico
Updated - January 2020 - Purchasing services in Mexico is about price, quality… and examining your character.
Read MoreLusty 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.
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