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. Why? Becuase they are honoring both sides of their family by taking on their names. Here’s how it works… Juan (first name) Gerardo (middle name or second first name) Lopez […]
Mexico Miscellany
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 Juarez Garcia was born in Oaxaca and initially became a lawyer and helped Oaxacan farmers with disputes with landowners. He reluctantly entered politics and was known to […]
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 heart of Mexico, about 4 hours (by car) north of Mexico City. In 2017, Travel + Leisure Magazine named it the best city in the World. […]
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 isn’t unusual on highways to see a bus passing a bus who is also passing a car. It sounds a little crazy, and well, it is. The most […]
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 are going, Mexico has a variety of transportation options to get you around. Taxis Taxis are all over Mexico and a very common way to get around. Most […]
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 and your job allows you to work online, or you might just like to spend part of the year in a warmer climate. No matter […]