Mexican Last Names – Preserving their Heritage by Honoring both Mother and Father
Most people are used to having two (first and last) or three (first, middle, last) names. In Mexico, it’s very common to have four names...
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Who the Heck is Benito Juarez, and Why are So Many Streets Named After Him?
It seems almost every town in Mexico has an Avenida de Benito Juarez or something similar. So who is this guy and why all the hubbub? Benito Pablo...
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The Best City in the World – San Miguel de Allende
If you are a lover of all things Mexico, at some point you’ll need to visit the magical city of San Miguel de Allende. San Miguel is in the...
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To Stop or Not to Stop – Stop sign etiquette in Mexico
One thing you will notice when you travel by road in Mexico is the while there are laws of the road, most people don’t follow them. It...
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Getting Around in Mexico – A guide to Mexico’s many forms of public transportation
Getting to Mexico is pretty easy, and whether you come in by car, boat, or air, there are many wonderful destinations. Once you get to where you...
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Who Wants to Move to Mexico?
Moving to Mexico could be for a number of reasons. You could be retiring, you could be moved as a result of your job, you could be a digital nomad...
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Floating to Mexico – Bringing your boat to Mexico
Whether you are heading to Mexico with your boat in tow or floating in from the U.S. there are some things you need to know and have on hand...
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Working in Mexico
Depending on your stage in life and your situation, you may be going to Mexico for a number of reasons. You may be retiring there, you may be sent...
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How Much to Tip – Your guide to the propina in Mexico
Leaving a tip in the U.S. is mostly done at restaurants when you pay your bill but in Mexico, it is more common in many other areas. Most people...
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