General 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?
Read MoreTraveling to Mexico and Need Your Meds? Do a Google Search First
This picture of Al Pachino says it all about why figuring out your drug needs and how to secure them in Mexico is a first priority.
Read MoreBest Date Night Songs in Spanish (with Song Files)
Updated January 2020 - After a personal dating anecdote, I introduce you to the most romantic, sexiest songs in Spanish with audio files!
Read MoreWhy You Should Never Ignore an Insect Bite in Mexico
Updated September 2023 - Why you should never ignore a bug bite in Mexico.
Read MoreFour Websites for Learning Spanish That Rosetta Stone Doesn't Want You to Know About
The internet is rife with free online language resources from Spain and Mexico.
Read MoreWhy Mexico Is a Good Option for Dental Work
Updated August 2023 - If you need major dental work, the money you save by doing it in Mexico will probably cover the cost of the flight and a nice vacation.
Read MoreHorrifying Resort Medical Scam Alive and Well in Mazatlán
Short-term tourists, as well as resident expats, are advised be aware of this apparently timeless resort medical scam. If it exists in Mazatlán, you'll likely find it in any Mexican resort town.
Read MoreLiving in Mexico Part-Time Rather Than Moving to a Smaller Town
Updated August 2020 -If you're thinking you can't afford living in your exciting city, living in Mexico part-time might just be the answer.
Read MoreWhat Are You Looking at When You Look at a Mexican Cathedral?
Updated January 2020 - Cathedrals were the center of activity in Mexico's cities. They're beautiful and no doubt you will find yourself in one at some point if you are in Mexico. You might as well know a little about what you are looking at.
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