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Monday Escape: Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
With all the troubles that Mexico has undergone in the past few years, it's fortunate that the Pacific coastal town of Puerto Vallarta has stayed out of the spotlight. There's no guarantee it'll stay that way, but for now this resort city seems to be safe for visitors and expats alike. One of the more interesting aspects of Puerto Vallarta is [...]
Navigating the Major Deserts of Mexico: Chihuahuan Desert and Sonoran Desert
Chihuahuan Desert The Chihuahuan Desert is the largest desert of North America. It is located between the US and Mexico border, taking up a collective area of about 200,000 square miles. In Mexico, this desert takes up parts of the Mexican Plateau, and is bound on the west by the Sierra Madre Occidental, and on the east by the Sierra Madre [...]
The Parks of Mexico City
Chapultepec Park Chapultepec Park is an old forest that is also full of many cultural sites, including museums, a zoo, amusement parks, assorted markets and the residence of Mexico's president. As Mexico City is very developed, populated and full of cars, exhaust and other such chaos, this park and its plants are important to preserve this city's [...]
The Markets of Mexico: Guadalajara and San Cristobal de Las Casas
Guadalajara Guadalajara, a major Mexican city located in the state of Jalisco, has over 30 malls and markets, located throughout the city. The Liberty Market is located right downtown, and is a multi-story network that contains almost everything, separated into themed sections. If you are interested in shopping for cheap movies or music, [...]
Beach Towns in Mexico: Puerto Escondido and Sayulita
Puerto Escondido Puerto Escondido is located in the state of Oaxaca, on the Pacific coast. It was founded in the 1920s as a port town to ship the coffee grown in the region, and today is home to about 50,000. Though a tourist destination, many locals and expats call it home. It is a wonderful place to be for people who enjoy swimming, boating, [...]
Gardens of Mexico
UNAM Gardens, Mexico City The botanical garden at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) aims to preserve living collections of native species from across Mexico. Its setting in lava outcroppings removed from the busy metropolis of Mexico City makes an interesting, beautiful landscape. The site is ideal growing conditions with [...]
¡Salud! Mexican Drinking Customs
Alcohol is a big factor in Mexican society. Many gather to drink in cantinas, which are Mexico's version of pubs. Some more upscale cantinas may even feature a piano player who plays well-known Mexican drinking songs that people love to sing along. Many Mariachi songs also relate to drinking stories. The must common way to say “Cheers!” is [...]
Museums of Mexico City, Mexico
National Museum of Anthropology This is a world famous museum that focuses on Mesoamerica and Mexican history. To walk the whole museum would be about five kilometers. The most famous piece in the museum is the Aztec calendar, shown above. Supposedly the sun in the middle of it is missing its nose because an American soldier shot it off. The [...]
Eating Customs in Mexico
Eating in Mexico is definitely inspired by Spanish customs, in terms of time. Mexico is a big country, so the food you eat and the customs can vary depending what region you are in. Breakfast, or “El desayuno,” is served between 7:00 AM-10:00 PM. Some Mexicans choose to eat during breakfast, while others just enjoy a cup of coffee. It depends [...]
Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico: The Holiday
December 12th is an important Mexican holiday that commemorates Our Lady of Guadalupe. Thousands of Mexicans from all around the country make a pilgrimage to Mexico City so they can gather at the Basicilica of Guadalupe. Many people begin to show up on the 11th, many of whom take the whole journey by bicycle. There are even trucks that follow [...]
Exploring the Major Cities in Mexico
Mexico City Mexico City, the Federal District, is the capital and major hub of government, culture and business in Mexico. It is one of the oldest cities in the world, as it used to be inhabited as Tenochtitlan by the mighty Aztec Empire. Today, it is a major global city within Latin America. It is located in the Valley of Mexico, in the high [...]
Cinco de Mayo in America and the Aspiring Spirit of Expatriatism
You could probably make the argument that Cinco de Mayo is a holiday celebrated with greater significance in America than in Mexico. Certainly, in Mexico the holiday is at best celebrated only regionally with limited importance elsewhere in the country. Yet throughout America on May 5th, Americans pack into Mexican restaurants, slurp down [...]
Monday Escape: Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Escaping to Zihuatanejo was the only thing keeping fictional expat and excon, Andy Dufresne (from the film classic The Shawshank Redemption), hopeful and inspired. We couldn't help but to recommend it as this week's Monday Escape. In the movie, Dufresne dreams about one day being free and owning a small hotel on the beach in Zihuatanejo. Upon [...]
Should Travelers Change Their Plans Because of Swine Flu?
Concern and panic over swine flu outbreaks worldwide may be keeping a lot of travelers and aspiring expats at home. But we think you should reconsider. Although there is minimal reason for heightened alarm, the chances of contracting the swine flu are still extremely unlikely. In fact, if you're a U.S. citizen, you are probably less likely to [...]
Latest Mexico Real Estate Listings
Mahahual - Waterfront Land (2580m2) (Mexico)
Beautiful 60 meter oceanfront lot in desirable Puerto Angel located just 14km. south of Mahahual and a short 20 minute drive up the beach road to town. Easy access to the paved road between[...]
Todos Santos - Resorts (2683m2) (Mexico) $675000
This 18 room hotel with room for expansion is 3 blocks from the main highway 19, just south of Todos Santos, it has: Office Laundry facilities Swimming pool Large dining area Parking for 20 cars 2[...]
San Jose del Cabo - Resorts (9983m2) (Mexico ) $975000
Located jut 5 minutes from the new marina in Puerto Los Cabos, this oasis has 11 individual guestrooms, a 2 bedroom/2 bathroom owner's home wich is being added for a potential additional 4[...]
ESCAPE MEXICO CITY (San Felipe Lagoon, Yucatan) $39000
Get out of Mexico city and come to one of the largest fresh water lagoons in Mexico. Plenty of fresh clean l water, gorgeous views, grow your own food and[...]
casa en la orilla de Lago de Patzcuaro (Tzintzuntzan) $2000000 4bd
for a description in english and fotos please go to http://www.mexatua.net/mxe.cfm?page=mls&m=list&pr=46 Hermosa casa de campo estilo mexicano, ubicada en exclusiva zona de propiedades en [...]
