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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.
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Jan 3, 20212 min read


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.
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Dec 28, 20201 min read


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...
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Dec 18, 20201 min read


Random Daily Adventure: What Do You Call That Green Thing
What the heck do you call that green cup things at Starbucks in Spanish?
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Dec 17, 20201 min read


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.
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Dec 7, 20203 min read


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.
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Nov 22, 20203 min read


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.
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Nov 15, 20201 min read


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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Oct 31, 20201 min read


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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Oct 25, 20202 min read


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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Oct 17, 20201 min read


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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Oct 10, 20202 min read


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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Oct 3, 20201 min read


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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Oct 1, 20202 min read


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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Sep 26, 20201 min read


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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Sep 20, 20203 min read


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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Sep 16, 20202 min read


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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Sep 14, 20202 min read


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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Sep 12, 20203 min read


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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Sep 8, 20203 min read


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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Sep 6, 20202 min read
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