jeanfinney
American looking for information about Mexico
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Registration: 02 December 2010
Brittany : any positive/negative tips by Tracybox
Hi /Bonjour 👋 Planning on moving to Brittany from Cornwall and looking for any positive/negative tips re: departments and any other general information that may be helpful Merci, treisi :)
If I were to move to Brittany - I wouldnt because of the weather, but if you are English....:) - I would move to Quimper or near there. Quimper is lovely and it is said to have the nicest weather. There is a strong Celtic culture too. Cool... Read More
Visa procedure for converting long stay schengen visa to Work Permit
Hi, congratulations and good luck! First, your employer should help you. You will need not a residency permit but a work visa to be legal, this is very important. You can research online to start with - google knows everything! Generally you have to ... Read More
Long stay visa by fentonsat59
Hey guys right here goes.. My wife and I would like to live in France. We are currently living in Australia. I am a kiwi married to a french citizen. We got married in Australia and have a daughter who is one year's old. She was born in ...
You can get residence permits of one year or more, I dont think there is such a thing as a "long stay" visa. I dont think so, but if you are legally married to a French citizen then it wont be hard, you can probably get five to ten year ... Read More
Overstaying the schengen zone x applying for French WH visa
Hi - I can't give you a very definite reply, sorry. I am amazed that you received that notice but the UK is probably much stricter than France, where I have experience, since everyone wants to go there and there are so many illegal immigrants. ... Read More
Sending and receiving packages in France by Priscilla
Hello, As an expat, there are inevitably certain items you might want or need from back home, and around the holiday period, many people like to send gift packages. How easy is it to send and receive packages in France? Is the public postal ...
I have always received packages and large envelopes within a reasonable time, but if electronic and other taxable items are shipped, they will hit you hard for the tax, even if it is listed as a gift item and not available in France. Within France ... Read More
Language barriers in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, Learning a new language is a part of the expat process. Let's find out how crucial it is to know the language in Mexico. What is the official language in Mexico, and what are the other popular spoken languages? Is it possible to live ...
There is a lot of truth in what you say, and compassion too, bless you. Sometimes they cannot even buy a tortilla, and they work hard. Even the old. Not knowing Spanish is a real barrier to advancement, but the whole system of rich Ladino oppression ... Read More
Language barriers in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, Learning a new language is a part of the expat process. Let's find out how crucial it is to know the language in Mexico. What is the official language in Mexico, and what are the other popular spoken languages? Is it possible to live ...
I was reading fast, in a hurry - I misread - it was from you! "A neighbor who speaks both Mexican Spanish and one of the Mayan dialects suggested I learn Mayan, I laughed and said I had enough trouble expanding basic Spanish." And then you ... Read More
Language barriers in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, Learning a new language is a part of the expat process. Let's find out how crucial it is to know the language in Mexico. What is the official language in Mexico, and what are the other popular spoken languages? Is it possible to live ...
People have different aptitudes for learning languages. Speaking any language well requires a lot of time and focus, but I was into Spanish fairly fast because I already know French. And have a good level of linguistic intelligence. But about 50% of ... Read More
Language barriers in France by Priscilla
Hello, Learning a new language is a part of the expat process. Let's find out how crucial it is to know the language in France. What is the official language in France, and what are the other popular spoken languages? Is it possible to live ...
Wow you got lucky - with the people....where were you? Regions vary....I think I like the worse.... Read More
Language barriers in France by Priscilla
Hello, Learning a new language is a part of the expat process. Let's find out how crucial it is to know the language in France. What is the official language in France, and what are the other popular spoken languages? Is it possible to live ...
I will never forget a brief conversation I had one day with a French man in the Cevennes, at St Hippolyte le Fort, concerning some English people who lived near by. He said that they stuck to themselves and that this hurt the feelings of the locals. ... Read More
Language barriers in France by Priscilla
Hello, Learning a new language is a part of the expat process. Let's find out how crucial it is to know the language in France. What is the official language in France, and what are the other popular spoken languages? Is it possible to live ...
Some French speak some English and like to demonstrate that, but I can't imagine living here without learning the language. Expecting fo live in a country without trying to learn the language is an arrogant, egotistical and disrespectful ... Read More
French energy supplier wants 5,000 euros extra from me??
Those EDF bills are something else - all those taxes and extra charges...5000 is enormous, you have not replied to us, the name of the company, the period of time, the justification for the claim. Electricity is expensive in France, one must be ... Read More
Is it possible to own right hand drive cars in France? by DidierAubin87
Hi, can I ask you a question? Is it possible to import a right hand drive car to France? I found out some good deals for a used car at very cheap price so I suppose to buy used right hand drive cars for sale ...
Good reply. Yes, you see them from time to time, the Brits bring them, and I have even ridden in one! Less adapted of course to the conditions but you take that risk. Read More
Bank loans in France by Priscilla
Hello, Finances and banking can sometimes be a headache for many expats, especially when it comes to taking out bank loans. Is it difficult for an expat to get approved for a bank loan in France? What are the types of bank loans available ...
Hire a translator! :) And study French, obviously....You are living there now.... Read More
French energy supplier wants 5,000 euros extra from me??
You should tell us the name of the company and notify the local authorities. What do you need in writing? What can they do to you in the UK? I cannot understand this story. It was for how long a period of time? Read More
Bank loans in France by Priscilla
Hello, Finances and banking can sometimes be a headache for many expats, especially when it comes to taking out bank loans. Is it difficult for an expat to get approved for a bank loan in France? What are the types of bank loans available ...
Bank loans are very difficult to obtain, because the banks are very cautious. But avoid quick loan sharks like the plague! Read More
Is it possible to own right hand drive cars in France? by DidierAubin87
Hi, can I ask you a question? Is it possible to import a right hand drive car to France? I found out some good deals for a used car at very cheap price so I suppose to buy used right hand drive cars for sale ...
Yes, of course, there are a lot of Brits here. I see them from time to time and have ridden in one. The Brits come over the Channel on the ferry all the time with their cars, so they can't forbid them.... Read More
Dental work in Mexico 2015-2016 by IT1
What dentist(s) do you go to in Mexico? It's costing over $1000 a crown in the US (replacement crown) and I'm wondering if it's worth it to travel to Mexico for dental work. How does your dentist and their prices compare?
Hello folks. I would like to know if anyone has recommendations in Mexico for protheses - I am beyond bridges, implants, root canals etc. I need new and false teeth, sigh...So if someone can help me there with a KNOWN entity, I would appreciate it - ... Read More
Adapting to the climate in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Adjusting to new climatic conditions is key in any expatriation process. Moving to Mexico is no exception. What are the climate characteristics of Mexico? How does the local weather impact your daily life, mood or ...
Hope it works out comfortable for you, gudgrief! Read More
Adapting to the climate in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Adjusting to new climatic conditions is key in any expatriation process. Moving to Mexico is no exception. What are the climate characteristics of Mexico? How does the local weather impact your daily life, mood or ...
All of the replies are from the hot zones except the capital, and they are thinking of moving! One should look around and pick one's climate before moving, so this question does not seem to make much sense, and there are many more important ... Read More
Anything to share about Zihua? by Bound4bvi
HI......not sure if this is the correct thread ....but new to expat. Moving to Zihuatanejo in August. I see lots about the usual suspect destinations but nothing on Zihua....anyone have any comments or suggestions about Z? Thanks Allen
it is a wonderful place to visit - beautiful, lots of culture - but that climate is just not suited to my body, unfortunately! Read More
Anything to share about Zihua? by Bound4bvi
HI......not sure if this is the correct thread ....but new to expat. Moving to Zihuatanejo in August. I see lots about the usual suspect destinations but nothing on Zihua....anyone have any comments or suggestions about Z? Thanks Allen
Nice posts. Yep, that is rain time....Is it really that close to Patzcuaro? I arrived on very funky buses and not directly from there, so it seemed very far away! A car is certainly helpful but that advice is good: no driving at night in Mexico! ... Read More
Anything to share about Zihua? by Bound4bvi
HI......not sure if this is the correct thread ....but new to expat. Moving to Zihuatanejo in August. I see lots about the usual suspect destinations but nothing on Zihua....anyone have any comments or suggestions about Z? Thanks Allen
Ok, that is fine - if it is just for a few months you can see how it is. You said "moving" - so that concerned me. Be careful. I went to the site by public transportation - I think there is a bus then you pay a guy - But on the way back I ... Read More
Anything to share about Zihua? by Bound4bvi
HI......not sure if this is the correct thread ....but new to expat. Moving to Zihuatanejo in August. I see lots about the usual suspect destinations but nothing on Zihua....anyone have any comments or suggestions about Z? Thanks Allen
I have only visited - tourist beach scene, not my cuppah - but I should warn you about Guerrero. None of this might affect you but 1) it is very earthquake prone and 2) it s a VERY troubled zone in terms of organized crime, drugs, etc. So maybe dont ... Read More
Moving to Mexico with a Cat and no Car by nikolas4squid
I've been looking around the forums for an answer to the various parts of my questions, but I don't seem to becoming up with exactly what I want to know. When I move, I won't be bringing tons of stuff- just my clothes, a couple of ...
Hahah that seems to be true! :) Read More
Moving to Mexico with a Cat and no Car by nikolas4squid
I've been looking around the forums for an answer to the various parts of my questions, but I don't seem to becoming up with exactly what I want to know. When I move, I won't be bringing tons of stuff- just my clothes, a couple of ...
A Great Dane on the airplane! Amazing! :) I would love for dogs to be on flights...for me, all dogs are comfort dogs! Read More
Moving to Mexico with a Cat and no Car by nikolas4squid
I've been looking around the forums for an answer to the various parts of my questions, but I don't seem to becoming up with exactly what I want to know. When I move, I won't be bringing tons of stuff- just my clothes, a couple of ...
The car idea sounds good, might be costly though. I am wondering about buses in Mexico, the normal way to get around if you dont have a car. I am not sure they allow animals on board. Otherwise, if for instance you decide to use a cat friendly ... Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
It would be crazy to miss such a beautiful and well loved place! Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
Yes, of course, there are lots of areas to choose from so it is not necessary to be in a place with so much tension! Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
Good question, hope not. Who would want to live in an oil zone anyway, the air reeking? Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
They are very close by, same culture, that is why they are 'mixed" - Those people were kind. The boss probably gave me some victim compensation. What would I have done in the rain and cold in the country without money? I would have been ... Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
Hi guys - Ok, first answer - I was mugged walking up a country road (against my will, but there was not transportation available) to see the spiral pyramid I was longing to see (love spirals) and which I regret not seeing. I saw some guys hanging ... Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
I have been there and they are not very friendly. They come from a warrior tradition - famous for resisting the Spanish - and other Mexicans hold that opinions too. I was mugged outside of Tlaxcala by some young guys - bag snatching - and the locals ... Read More
Need company in Mexico
Odd post. Who are you, what do you mean by company, where are you going? Read More
Weekend trip from Guanajuato to Zacatecas by nikolas4squid
I'm going to be in Guanajuato for a couple of weeks next March (2016), and was planning on doing a few side trips while there. One is a weekend trip to Zacatecas (city) by bus. I had a few questions about that and figured I'd ask here. I ...
Sounds like you had a great time; I think we stayed in the same apartment in Zacatecas! - but goodness, there was snow in Guanajuato! ??? Read More
Renting an apartment as a tourist by Oldladyman
Hi everyone! I'm new here. I haven't arrived in Mexico but will be there at the end of this month and am wondering if it's possible or doable to rent an apartment on a six month tourist card with the intent to leave when it expires and ...
Thanks for all that effort. I know that guy, maybe the paper is better now. I was imagining something harder, laminated etc. As for the passport card, I copied out the text so others dont have to look it up. Without a car and already possessing a ... Read More
Renting an apartment as a tourist by Oldladyman
Hi everyone! I'm new here. I haven't arrived in Mexico but will be there at the end of this month and am wondering if it's possible or doable to rent an apartment on a six month tourist card with the intent to leave when it expires and ...
Ok, I have a bit of confusion in my head. I have entered Mexico many times by air and by land (from the south) and never been issued a card, only a slip of paper. By card do you mean paper? I have a passport, I have no idea what a passport card is. ... Read More
Renting an apartment as a tourist by Oldladyman
Hi everyone! I'm new here. I haven't arrived in Mexico but will be there at the end of this month and am wondering if it's possible or doable to rent an apartment on a six month tourist card with the intent to leave when it expires and ...
There have been a lot of conversations. Mostly seems to work fine for folks who are not problematic. Read More
Renting an apartment as a tourist by Oldladyman
Hi everyone! I'm new here. I haven't arrived in Mexico but will be there at the end of this month and am wondering if it's possible or doable to rent an apartment on a six month tourist card with the intent to leave when it expires and ...
I cannot really answer this but there does not seem to be a general rule. Seems to depend on luck, chance, karma, etc.... Read More
Renting an apartment as a tourist by Oldladyman
Hi everyone! I'm new here. I haven't arrived in Mexico but will be there at the end of this month and am wondering if it's possible or doable to rent an apartment on a six month tourist card with the intent to leave when it expires and ...
Thank you for the replies, as depressing as they are. I still have five years on my passport so why should I buy a new one? Highway robbery for sure! If you drive in - hahaha - sort of not so good joke. But I dont drive so I fly or take a bus. ... Read More
Renting an apartment as a tourist by Oldladyman
Hi everyone! I'm new here. I haven't arrived in Mexico but will be there at the end of this month and am wondering if it's possible or doable to rent an apartment on a six month tourist card with the intent to leave when it expires and ...
This is not the topic, but do you have to go to an American embassy (not consulate etc) to get new pages? How much does it cost? Read More
Renting an apartment as a tourist by Oldladyman
Hi everyone! I'm new here. I haven't arrived in Mexico but will be there at the end of this month and am wondering if it's possible or doable to rent an apartment on a six month tourist card with the intent to leave when it expires and ...
I am sure it depends on the person on duty to a good extent. Where you are going, of course, matters a lot, but I have seen flights for Guadalajara at the same price as for the City. If feasible, sounds like it might be a good alternative option. Read More
Renting an apartment as a tourist by Oldladyman
Hi everyone! I'm new here. I haven't arrived in Mexico but will be there at the end of this month and am wondering if it's possible or doable to rent an apartment on a six month tourist card with the intent to leave when it expires and ...
Lines would depend on the date - some holiday time etc. I did fly into Cancun more than 4 years ago. But waiting in lines is part of travel. Not always fun but it is just part of what is required! C'est la vie! Lines can happen anywhere. Some ... Read More
Renting an apartment as a tourist by Oldladyman
Hi everyone! I'm new here. I haven't arrived in Mexico but will be there at the end of this month and am wondering if it's possible or doable to rent an apartment on a six month tourist card with the intent to leave when it expires and ...
Wow I never had such hassles. I did not count line time but I do not recall ever having to wait a very long time - and certainly I never had to demonstrate I had nothing to declare! That was on leaving? I do not understand. Maybe I look so poor they ... Read More
Renting an apartment as a tourist by Oldladyman
Hi everyone! I'm new here. I haven't arrived in Mexico but will be there at the end of this month and am wondering if it's possible or doable to rent an apartment on a six month tourist card with the intent to leave when it expires and ...
I never had to spend more than a couple of minutes at any border crossing, land or air... Read More
Renting an apartment as a tourist by Oldladyman
Hi everyone! I'm new here. I haven't arrived in Mexico but will be there at the end of this month and am wondering if it's possible or doable to rent an apartment on a six month tourist card with the intent to leave when it expires and ...
Well, that is true if you are live very near the border. Although avoiding doing stupid things is always a good idea! Read More
Weekend trip from Guanajuato to Zacatecas by nikolas4squid
I'm going to be in Guanajuato for a couple of weeks next March (2016), and was planning on doing a few side trips while there. One is a weekend trip to Zacatecas (city) by bus. I had a few questions about that and figured I'd ask here. I ...
Thanks but i have seen all those places already, spent lots of time in Mexico, all over, as my posts show. I just went through airbnb sublets for Mexico under $400. There are some interesting things but mostly I know the areas! I just need a place ... Read More
Essentials to live in Mexico by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Mexico, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Mexico? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
Well, one good thing in Ecuador: They have delicious peanut butter with no additivies, just peanuts and salt! A great find. Not cheap but a very useful.... Read More
Weekend trip from Guanajuato to Zacatecas by nikolas4squid
I'm going to be in Guanajuato for a couple of weeks next March (2016), and was planning on doing a few side trips while there. One is a weekend trip to Zacatecas (city) by bus. I had a few questions about that and figured I'd ask here. I ...
You were there in the good season, going towards the bad. It is pouring rain now - of course I am in a rainforest area! :) - but there is rain in the whole country. It is "winter" - this weather - six months of the year, they tell me - ... Read More
Weekend trip from Guanajuato to Zacatecas by nikolas4squid
I'm going to be in Guanajuato for a couple of weeks next March (2016), and was planning on doing a few side trips while there. One is a weekend trip to Zacatecas (city) by bus. I had a few questions about that and figured I'd ask here. I ...
Hi - I am a traveler. Tired of it but travel head is still buzzing, down to my B list but wanting to complete some ideas before collapsing! Ecuador has been on the list for a long time. I wanted to go in the dry festival season but it worked out ... Read More
Weekend trip from Guanajuato to Zacatecas by nikolas4squid
I'm going to be in Guanajuato for a couple of weeks next March (2016), and was planning on doing a few side trips while there. One is a weekend trip to Zacatecas (city) by bus. I had a few questions about that and figured I'd ask here. I ...
Yes, use ATMs, just inform your bank you will be in Mexico. Evenings can be chilly, bring a couple of sweaters, a light jacket. But March will be warming up. I am in rainy Ecuador and envying you! Yes again, your coldest experience might be on the ... Read More
Essentials to live in Mexico by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Mexico, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Mexico? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
I agree - shopping is a pain where ever you are! Read More
Essentials to live in Mexico by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Mexico, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Mexico? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
You have a good chance! They do have used clothing stores and at the weekly markets big piles of "paca" - I have petite friends who have found cute clothes there. Of course it requires a lot of patience sorting through it all! Read More
Essentials to live in Mexico by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Mexico, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Mexico? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
Stinkyboy, that is a really good deal! Deborah, I am tall and slender with wide shoulders. 5'7" and 120-125 pounds. Latino clothes do not fit me either! Read More
Essentials to live in Mexico by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Mexico, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Mexico? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
Bring, basically, what you need and cant get in Mexico. If you have a typical Northern type body the clothes wont fit and the style...wont be anywhere near yours... so bring clothes. Natural cosmetics are non existent (read the labels if they claim ... Read More
Weekend trip from Guanajuato to Zacatecas by nikolas4squid
I'm going to be in Guanajuato for a couple of weeks next March (2016), and was planning on doing a few side trips while there. One is a weekend trip to Zacatecas (city) by bus. I had a few questions about that and figured I'd ask here. I ...
Look on yahoo groups for Michoacan, there is a great forum with lots of people, info, ways of meeting other gringos, events, etc. I assume you have been to Patzcuaro? Just lovely, I might consider settling there but the cold and damp are a bit much ... Read More
Weekend trip from Guanajuato to Zacatecas by nikolas4squid
I'm going to be in Guanajuato for a couple of weeks next March (2016), and was planning on doing a few side trips while there. One is a weekend trip to Zacatecas (city) by bus. I had a few questions about that and figured I'd ask here. I ...
A fleece jacket? Surely enough, with a good hat. It should be warmer in a month, too. That means March, it will be fine. Maybe you wont need the fleece, check the temps before packing. Read More
Weekend trip from Guanajuato to Zacatecas by nikolas4squid
I'm going to be in Guanajuato for a couple of weeks next March (2016), and was planning on doing a few side trips while there. One is a weekend trip to Zacatecas (city) by bus. I had a few questions about that and figured I'd ask here. I ...
Strange weather everywhere it seems, as gudgrief reported on another thread. Unusual heat here in Colombia, and drought. Some villages are without water. But in Veracruz it is the opposite, cold and rainy, weird. Yes, take warm clothes - the dry ... Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
Yes, Chiapa de Corzo is a nice town, I was there for a festival - amazing - and another time when nothing was happening, it was more boring but it is a nice stop. I did not do the boat trip, though.... Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
This is turning into quite a trip! :) Uxmal can be visited by public transportation from Merida. It is very beautiful, a magic place, lovely. Much nicer than Chichen Itza. All that is in the Yucatan Peninsula. If you are going to travel in Mexico, ... Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
Coatzacoalaos is hardly "off the track," it is a very large city on the coast, near lovely places like Campeche. It is simply not attractive to tourists, because it is an industrial city, a business center. Coatepec is a destination, ... Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
It happens in a lot of places, there are long discussions about what is the right prcee to pay and how to bargain, etc. If you are driving, something to inform yourself about, a skill to acquire, but Mexican cops are famous for that. You put it in ... Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
I was present once when, in a street market, a counterfeit bill was discerned. A way to lose your money! i assume the bills are ok when they come from the ATM - it is the ones that are given for change that can be problematic, I imagine. What to do? ... Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
The conversation continues lively! Being near Mexico City you can take advantage of all it has to offer. The City itself is too city for me, plus it is very expensive. Sometimes i see reasonable rents (for small places) in the south of the city, ... Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
A more European influneced vulture - might not be Mexico. I am currently traveling in Colombia, there is Europe aplenty. But if you want Europe - go to Europe! Why go for derivative, although the mixing can fascinating. But I like the indigenous ... Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
Tlaxcala is a nice town but the people in that area are famous for being a bit fierce and unfrinedly. And that was my experience. I would not consider living there. If you like coastal Oaxaca then you like hot ahd humid. So the Yucatan Peninsula ... Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
Good luck! Get a good fan! or two! Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
Wet deserts? Sounds miraculous but it might not be for you! Sorry about the inconvenience and discomfort. Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
Maybe Vera Cruz is not for you? Maybe you need a more desert like environment? I am reading suffering... Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
Oaxaca is very nice and cultural; the city is at a good altitude for climate, and Chiapas is fab. But poor, so services/commodities are less. Depends on what you need. I like the idea of being near a border and those two states could be good for ... Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
Gudgrief, that is true - but our generation has done nothing to better things! IMO - Stinky boy, I await that answer, but I imagine that if he had found it, he would be there!: ) I imagine that Coatepec was "good enough." Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
Yep, things are shifting in many ways - We are leaving a very uncertain world to the young ones! Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
Rainy and cold in the dry season? Well, cold or at least chilly - 54 sounds chilly - is sort of ok (except for lack of heat in the houses, but I would never have thought that to be a problem in Veracruz), but rain? The whole world is going strange ... Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
I am glad it is more or less ok for you. No place is perfect! I've been looking for it all over the world and have given up! I stayed in a rental a mile or so outside of Xalapa, on the road to Coatepec, I am trying to remember what I did. To ... Read More
Weekend trip from Guanajuato to Zacatecas by nikolas4squid
I'm going to be in Guanajuato for a couple of weeks next March (2016), and was planning on doing a few side trips while there. One is a weekend trip to Zacatecas (city) by bus. I had a few questions about that and figured I'd ask here. I ...
Palm Sunday will be beautiful, you will not regret being there! I PLAN for such occasions! Read More
Where Do I want to live? by gudgrief
I have been living in Zacatecas, Zac for 7 years and enjoyed it immensely. But the years are catching up with me and the 7900' altitude and hilly terrain are wearing on me. The cold winters are getting to me too. Ideally, I like a place at ...
Was wondering how it was going.... Read More
6 month Tourist Visas - Issues involved by singledd
Hello, I will be moving to Mexico... the Tulum area, soon. Initially, I will only have a Tourist Visa. I imagine that there are many people who have spent more than 6 months in Mexico, without getting anything more then the Tourist Visa. I am ...
Otherwise, it wouldnt be quite fair, would it? But there are ways sometimes - I have seen this for Europe - of legally avoiding double taxation. Read More
Weekend trip from Guanajuato to Zacatecas by nikolas4squid
I'm going to be in Guanajuato for a couple of weeks next March (2016), and was planning on doing a few side trips while there. One is a weekend trip to Zacatecas (city) by bus. I had a few questions about that and figured I'd ask here. I ...
Are you asking stinkyboy - what a moniker! :) - or me? No I do not, I am simply a culture hound and a passionate lover of processions, so I have experienced a lot, both in Latin America and elsewhere. Seek and you shall find.... Read More
Weekend trip from Guanajuato to Zacatecas by nikolas4squid
I'm going to be in Guanajuato for a couple of weeks next March (2016), and was planning on doing a few side trips while there. One is a weekend trip to Zacatecas (city) by bus. I had a few questions about that and figured I'd ask here. I ...
There will surely be some kind of Palm Sunday procession or processions, ask around....Palm Sunday is very important.... Read More
Weekend trip from Guanajuato to Zacatecas by nikolas4squid
I'm going to be in Guanajuato for a couple of weeks next March (2016), and was planning on doing a few side trips while there. One is a weekend trip to Zacatecas (city) by bus. I had a few questions about that and figured I'd ask here. I ...
Guadalupe celebrations can be fantastic. One year I was in San Cristobal, it was spectacular. Another year I was in Colima, it was really beautiful, everyone in red and green, very festive, processions with a heavily armed Army vehicle every few ... Read More
Weekend trip from Guanajuato to Zacatecas by nikolas4squid
I'm going to be in Guanajuato for a couple of weeks next March (2016), and was planning on doing a few side trips while there. One is a weekend trip to Zacatecas (city) by bus. I had a few questions about that and figured I'd ask here. I ...
For Easter I would seriously recommend some place off the main drag! as far off as possible even! :) Read More
Weekend trip from Guanajuato to Zacatecas by nikolas4squid
I'm going to be in Guanajuato for a couple of weeks next March (2016), and was planning on doing a few side trips while there. One is a weekend trip to Zacatecas (city) by bus. I had a few questions about that and figured I'd ask here. I ...
You are going for Easter? Cool! Reserve now! I stayed at a hostel but I had my own little apartment with a terrace. I found it online in the hostel list. They had parties but I was across the street in the apartment so I could go to the party - I ... Read More
6 month Tourist Visas - Issues involved by singledd
Hello, I will be moving to Mexico... the Tulum area, soon. Initially, I will only have a Tourist Visa. I imagine that there are many people who have spent more than 6 months in Mexico, without getting anything more then the Tourist Visa. I am ...
It is indeed a very serious decision. Read More
Renting an apartment as a tourist by Oldladyman
Hi everyone! I'm new here. I haven't arrived in Mexico but will be there at the end of this month and am wondering if it's possible or doable to rent an apartment on a six month tourist card with the intent to leave when it expires and ...
"En el pais?" Read More
Renting an apartment as a tourist by Oldladyman
Hi everyone! I'm new here. I haven't arrived in Mexico but will be there at the end of this month and am wondering if it's possible or doable to rent an apartment on a six month tourist card with the intent to leave when it expires and ...
Yes, of course, I know that. Since I am far away, I had a momentary confusion. But despite years in Mexico, and speaking Spanish, I have never ever heard anyone refer to their country as "la republica!" I hope the original poster is ... Read More
Renting an apartment as a tourist by Oldladyman
Hi everyone! I'm new here. I haven't arrived in Mexico but will be there at the end of this month and am wondering if it's possible or doable to rent an apartment on a six month tourist card with the intent to leave when it expires and ...
Zacatecas is not in Mexico? :) Or do you mean the City? Of course in the enormous capital it is quite different! And certainly much more costly, although I suppose one could choose a neighborhood like Roma or Coyoacan and walk around. However, the ... Read More
6 month Tourist Visas - Issues involved by singledd
Hello, I will be moving to Mexico... the Tulum area, soon. Initially, I will only have a Tourist Visa. I imagine that there are many people who have spent more than 6 months in Mexico, without getting anything more then the Tourist Visa. I am ...
I suppose it is something you pay into so you deserve to get it back! Basically a kind of bank, I guess... Read More
Renting an apartment as a tourist by Oldladyman
Hi everyone! I'm new here. I haven't arrived in Mexico but will be there at the end of this month and am wondering if it's possible or doable to rent an apartment on a six month tourist card with the intent to leave when it expires and ...
Sounds right. And true in many places in the world. As I said above, nothing beats knowing people! You might just grow fond of your little lair. And there is a great relief, once the pressure is off, that is for sure! Read More
6 month Tourist Visas - Issues involved by singledd
Hello, I will be moving to Mexico... the Tulum area, soon. Initially, I will only have a Tourist Visa. I imagine that there are many people who have spent more than 6 months in Mexico, without getting anything more then the Tourist Visa. I am ...
Sensible statements, although the SS issue still seems up in the air? I wonder why they would pay to someone who has renounced citizenship? And you would need an alternative citizenship would you not? Otherwise you would be stateless and paperless, ... Read More
Renting an apartment as a tourist by Oldladyman
Hi everyone! I'm new here. I haven't arrived in Mexico but will be there at the end of this month and am wondering if it's possible or doable to rent an apartment on a six month tourist card with the intent to leave when it expires and ...
Good for you! That does not always work but it is worth a try. That is why I suggested getting something temporary - online for those of us who need a place to go to when we arrive - and then searching on the ground. Of course that sort of place is ... Read More
6 month Tourist Visas - Issues involved by singledd
Hello, I will be moving to Mexico... the Tulum area, soon. Initially, I will only have a Tourist Visa. I imagine that there are many people who have spent more than 6 months in Mexico, without getting anything more then the Tourist Visa. I am ...
And remember - Mexico and the States have extradition treaties! :) So it is not a good place to escape to! Read More
6 month Tourist Visas - Issues involved by singledd
Hello, I will be moving to Mexico... the Tulum area, soon. Initially, I will only have a Tourist Visa. I imagine that there are many people who have spent more than 6 months in Mexico, without getting anything more then the Tourist Visa. I am ...
Renouncing your citizenship is a very serious matter. No one does that, it has nothing to do with getting a residence permit! And you would have to have citizenship elsewhere, that is not a simple matter! This appears to be about much more than ... Read More
6 month Tourist Visas - Issues involved by singledd
Hello, I will be moving to Mexico... the Tulum area, soon. Initially, I will only have a Tourist Visa. I imagine that there are many people who have spent more than 6 months in Mexico, without getting anything more then the Tourist Visa. I am ...
Thanks. I thought it was more. That could be good news to many.... Read More
Renting an apartment as a tourist by Oldladyman
Hi everyone! I'm new here. I haven't arrived in Mexico but will be there at the end of this month and am wondering if it's possible or doable to rent an apartment on a six month tourist card with the intent to leave when it expires and ...
I think a good general advice would be - first - to get there! :) Find a temporary solution in advance through the internet - dont commit for too long until you see it - or once there, through ads and agencies. Take it one step at a time instead of ... Read More
Eating Advice: How to Avoid Getting Sick! by Oldladyman
Not a squeamish or particularly health conscious eater. Ate my way around Marrakech Morocco without fear, but did ultimately pay the price for eating goat cheese from a neighborhood market -- stomach was out of control for weeks. So what's the ...
Hmmm....I wonder if there is a really safe, natural solution.... Read More
6 month Tourist Visas - Issues involved by singledd
Hello, I will be moving to Mexico... the Tulum area, soon. Initially, I will only have a Tourist Visa. I imagine that there are many people who have spent more than 6 months in Mexico, without getting anything more then the Tourist Visa. I am ...
Thank you, those details are quite useful - to many, I am sure. And what about the income required? Read More
Renting an apartment as a tourist by Oldladyman
Hi everyone! I'm new here. I haven't arrived in Mexico but will be there at the end of this month and am wondering if it's possible or doable to rent an apartment on a six month tourist card with the intent to leave when it expires and ...
By the way, I have rented apartments on a monthly basis a number of times from sites like craigslist and airbnb. Usually the electric was included, although there might be a surcharge for a heater, for instance. And no one cared about my status, ... Read More
Eating Advice: How to Avoid Getting Sick! by Oldladyman
Not a squeamish or particularly health conscious eater. Ate my way around Marrakech Morocco without fear, but did ultimately pay the price for eating goat cheese from a neighborhood market -- stomach was out of control for weeks. So what's the ...
I am not talking about the spray bottles, that has nothing to do with it. In every fruit and vegetable section and often at checkout they sell those little blue bottles, iodine based. You haven't noticed them? If you put the correct amount in ... Read More
6 month Tourist Visas - Issues involved by singledd
Hello, I will be moving to Mexico... the Tulum area, soon. Initially, I will only have a Tourist Visa. I imagine that there are many people who have spent more than 6 months in Mexico, without getting anything more then the Tourist Visa. I am ...
I agree, worrying about those poor Syrians is rather odd, offensive and paranoiac even!! Not to mention irrational, prejudiced and lacking in compassion. And of course they don't go to Mexico - they need to work and support their families, ... Read More
Weekend trip from Guanajuato to Zacatecas by nikolas4squid
I'm going to be in Guanajuato for a couple of weeks next March (2016), and was planning on doing a few side trips while there. One is a weekend trip to Zacatecas (city) by bus. I had a few questions about that and figured I'd ask here. I ...
I ditto about Zacatecas - it is its own unique and special place, and indeed very interesting to see. I think the bus is safer than driving, especially in northern Mexico, although buses can be attacked too. I was in a bus going to the States from ... Read More