The Black Ex-Pat Community Of Merida, Mexico
One of my biggest fears when moving to a foreign country, having grown up in Atlanta, was not having the same type of fellowship.
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MexitPlans Monte
- Oct 31, 2020
What Is Eating Up Our Budget?
Last month, I told you that I would track my monthly spending for October, like a hawk, to report accurate numbers for my family.
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MexitPlans Monte
- Oct 25, 2020
Adventures In The Yucatan: Haciendas, Cenotes, And Food
Part 2 of our tour with Bonita Merida Tours included a visit to a hacienda, a cenote, and lunch prepared at a local family's home
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MexitPlans Monte
- Oct 21, 2020
Touring The Yucatan: Archeological Site Mayapan
We did a 6 hour tour which started off at Mayapan, then on to a hacienda, followed by dip in a cenote, and ending with a delicious meal.
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MexitPlans Monte
- Oct 17, 2020
1 Year Living In Mexico: Happy Mexiversary To Us
wo days and one year ago, we arrived in Mexico to live out the dream of being Expats. It took lots of planning and faith.
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MexitPlans Monte
- Oct 11, 2020
Top 5 Things To Do In The Yucatan: MexPert Interview with Bonita Merida Tour Company
With state of Yucatan re-opening. this post tells you what is available to see and do.
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MexitPlans Monte
- Oct 10, 2020
No Hot Water And My Dryer Doesn't Work: Help
One of the things you will need to adjust to when moving or retiring in Mexico is that most of the homes here have propane tanks for gas.
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MexitPlans Monte
- Oct 3, 2020
House Tour Part 2: Inside
We live in the best area of town which is close to all the amenities the city has to offer. Come behind the wall of our North Merida Home.
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MexitPlans Monte
- Oct 1, 2020
Monthly Food Budget: The Cost of Groceries in Merida
One of our biggest expenses is food. We are a family of 3 plus our nanny who eats with us most days of the week.
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MexitPlans Monte
- Sep 30, 2020
The Cost Of Auxiliary Services In Mexico:
Before you move or retire in Mexico it’s important to know how much services will cost in your particular region.
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MexitPlans Monte
- Sep 29, 2020
What You Need To Know About Insurance In Mexico
One of key considerations is how can you mitigate some of the financial and health risks associated with hospitalization from Covid-19.
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MexitPlans Monte
- Sep 26, 2020
Bilingual Baby: How hard is it to learn Spanish?
My daughter has been learning Spanish since before she was ever on this side of the womb. Her Mom is the best Spanish Teacher I know.
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MexitPlans Monte
- Sep 20, 2020
The Best Family Friendly Cenote In The Yucatan, Mexico
Just over and hour from north Merida, Mexico there are the magical Cenotes at Hacienda Muycuché.
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MexitPlans Monte
- Sep 16, 2020
Review Of The Only All Inclusive Resort In The State Of Yucatan: Vacationing In Mexico For Cheap
Review of the Reef All Inclusive Hotel in Telcha Puerta, Yucatan.
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MexitPlans Monte
- Sep 14, 2020
How Cheap Is Housing In Merida And What Are The Cheapest Areas To Live?
Renting Or Buying In Mexico can be a heck of alot cheaper than north of the border.
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MexitPlans Monte
- Sep 12, 2020
I Broke The #1 Rule When Living In Mexico And I Know Better
Do Not Drink The Water When Living In Mexico. If you do and suffer the consequences this post shows you how to recover quickly.
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MexitPlans Monte
- Sep 8, 2020
I Need An Electrician Fast: Great Service For An Inexpensive Price
"How much do you think it cost me for same day electrician services to fix not one but two breaker boxes and restore my air conditioning?"
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MexitPlans Monte
- Sep 6, 2020
Healthcare In Mexico And Why Having Insurance Is Important
Healthcare is cheap in Mexico but a major event could leave you broke if you don’t have insurance.
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MexitPlans Monte
- Sep 2, 2020
Merida Mexico Starts To Reopen: It’s been 5 long months.
Antalita, of the YouTube Chanel, Mexpat Experience, posted a great video detailing what’s opening up in Merida, Mexico as of September...
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MexitPlans Monte
- Aug 31, 2020
Beating The Quarantine Lockdown By Driving To The Gulf
Merida is 28 miles from the Gulf of Mexico. Join us on an afternoon drive to explore.