Ventanas Mexico hosts a blog promoting living in Mexico and promotes books on learning Spanish, travel and cooking in Mexico and how to rent 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 MoreUpdated - January 2020 - Purchasing services in Mexico is about price, quality… and examining your character.
Read MoreUpdated January 2020 - The place I rent at in Mazatlán’s Olas Altas is a feast for both eyes and ears.
Read MoreUpdated 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 MoreUpdated 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 MoreJanuary 2023 - Good sighs, bad sighs. What do they mean?
Read MoreUpdated October, 2023 - Your ultimate guide to using the Cross Border Express in San Diego and saving hundreds of dollars on flight costs.
Read MoreUpdated 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 More.Updated June 2021 - While you are unlikely to be affected by corruption in Mexico as a part-time expat, it's helpful to understand the issue from the perspective of your Mexican neighbors.
Read MoreUpdated August 2020 - I have a lousy history with jewelry, but after a few years as a part-time expat in Mexico, I'm ready to take a chance on a real relationship.
Read MoreBusiness deductions you can take working from Mexico.
Read MoreUpdated 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 MoreUpdated 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 MoreThe 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 MoreUpdated August 2020 - Guadalajara has so many interesting, lovely neighborhoods, expats have a lot to choose from, such as: Zapopan.
Read MoreUpdated 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 MoreUpdated 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's European influences, fabulous cuisine, and shopping make it a favorite among expats...just not American ones.
Read MoreUpdated January 2020 - Mexicans still “drop by” and why we should too. .
Read MoreUpdated 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.
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