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New Car, New City: Why Buying A Car In Mexico Makes Sense
The world of Ubering in Merida has changed a great deal since the pandemic. Freedom can be had with owning a car.
Jan 10, 2021


Health and Wellness in Mexico: Sour Oranges And The Best Citrus Juicer
The homes in the Yucatan have an abundance of natural resources. wanted to take advantage of the resources so I bought a juicer.
Jan 6, 2021


Neighborhood Tour Of Merida: Parque Aleman
The park is the center of life for this neighborhood. In the evenings, it is the place to be, pre-pandemic.
Jan 3, 2021


Exotic Fruits To Try In The Yucatan, Mexico Carambola
A few weeks ago I read an article in poresto.net detailing the 5 exotic fruits that you must try in Yucatan, Mexico.
Dec 28, 2020


Sunday Brunch Drama
One of our favorite things to do in Merida, Mexico, is to have Sunday brunch at Rosas y Xocolate. It is an outstanding boutique hotel on...
Dec 18, 2020


Random Daily Adventure: What Do You Call That Green Thing
What the heck do you call that green cup things at Starbucks in Spanish?
Dec 17, 2020


Take A Ride On The Tequila Express: Jose Cuervo Style
The state of Jalisco is the home of Tequila and Mariachi. It was the number one place we considered in Mexico to start our ex-pat journey.
Dec 8, 2020


Top 6 Apps You Need To Be A Tech Savy Ex-Pat
When we moved to Mexico, we had no idea that we would rely on so many applications in daily living. Here are the Top 6 that you need.
Nov 23, 2020


Long-term Renting in Mexico: Top 10 Things You Need To Know
Renting a home in your new country can be a daunting process. Renting or buying a home will be your biggest expense as an ex-pat.
Nov 16, 2020


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.
Nov 8, 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.
Oct 31, 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
Oct 25, 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.
Oct 21, 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.
Oct 17, 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.
Oct 11, 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.
Oct 10, 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.
Oct 3, 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.
Oct 1, 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.
Sep 30, 2020


House Tour North Merida Home
I did a quick video post of our home in North Merida, Mexico. If you are curious about what a place like this costs to maintain, rent,...
Sep 26, 2020
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