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Moving to Mérida (and the scams to watch out for)
Moving to Mérida (and the scams to watch out for). Mérida is a popular place for people moving to Mexico. But do you know that 50% of expats return to their country within the first 5 years of living...
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What to See in Morelia (Mexico)
What to see in Morelia. I came to Morelia 10 years ago and didn’t have a high opinion of the city. It felt dirty, there was a lack of green spaces. Food was bad. And it was cloudy and it drizzled the...
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Not embarrassed to admit that I really like San Miguel de Allende
Not embarrassed to admit that I really like San Miguel de Allende. The popular thing these days is to crap on San Miguel de Allende. This is now my 10th time going to SMA (my mother lives there) and I...
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The Pros and Cons of living in San Miguel de Allende
The Pros and Cons of living in San Miguel de Allende. A good friend has lived in San Miguel de Allende for 10 years now. But Cindy’s gotten restless and a bit unhappy in SMA and has talked of moving...
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Lake Chapala or Tequila: comparing the two most popular tours from Guadalajara
Lake Chapala or Tequila: comparing the two most popular tours from Guadalajara. Lake Chapala and Tequila are the most popular tour destinations from Guadalajara. So what can you expect from each? What...
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What’s the Best Pueblos Magico in Mexico?
What’s the Best Pueblos Magico in Mexico? Updated Dec 6, 2024 As of right now, there are 177 Pueblos Magicos in Mexico. They’re all special in different ways – but which is the absolute best Pueblo...
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A Guide to Bus Travel in Mexico
A Guide to Bus Travel in Mexico. Bus travel in Mexico is great, it’s the best I’ve seen anywhere and better than anything you’ll find in the United States or Canada. I’ve travelled to Mexico every...
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Where to Stay in Guadalajara
Where to Stay in Guadalajara. I’ve been to Guadalajara a few times now. On my last visit I had an exceptional stay in an incredible apartment in Colonia Americana. On my previous visits I’ve stayed in...
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The “Tipping Protocol” in Mexico
The “Tipping Protocol” in Mexico. How much to tip in Mexico? And who to tip? As a foreigner visiting Mexico you should know the “tipping protocol” so that you don’t overpay (foreigners often overpay)...
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Impressions of Ajijic (Mexico)
Impressions of Ajijic. Ajijic was not what I expected. I didn’t expect Ajijic to be so small. It surprised me. You always hear about Ajijic, it’s one of the most popular expat locations in Mexico. You...
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