jonny danger
American expat in Mexico
Forum posts
95
About me
American
Lives in GDL, Jalisco
Speaks Spanish
Registration: 05 March 2018
Intercultural relationships in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in Thailand. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed relationships and ...
:D And there is the sick buffalo scam. I lived and worked there in the South for 8 years. I had a love/hate relationship with the kingdom. I liked the girls just fine. Hated the boyz, in general. It's a pretty landscape for sure. ... Read More
NORTH CAROLINA
The state is retarded IMO. It's pretty there tho. It's mostly conservative, a lot of racism and general rednect activity. But collage kids are cool. In fact there's not destination I could recommend anywhere close to N.C. Get to ... Read More
How to make friends in Los Angeles by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Los Angeles :top: [b]Which are your best ...
I grew up there. Southern California is a special place. A lot of attention goes to a person's appearance. Many young and older folks work out. The gym is a good place to meet people. You automatically have something in common. Learn the ... Read More
Studying in the USA by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Would you recommend studying abroad in the USA? Every year, 4 million young people from all over the world choose to study abroad for one semester or a full academic year. Would you encourage them to come and study in the USA? ...
If you're studying for a career which has a lot of competition a big YES. IMO a student should attend the best, most famous university he/she can afford. Think of the company's Human Resource department, There is a stack of applications ... Read More
Looking for Pet Friendly Apartment in Guadalajara by magoo2014
Hello My wife and I are visiting Mexico with our small dog. Looking for Pet Friendly Apartment in Guadalajara for 1 Month Starting Mar 15, 2018. Have vacationed before from Canada but this time we drove so that we can visit several areas in hope of ...
GDL is Guadalajara. You should fee a freeway bridge and a very tall building, white with red letters. That's a good one. Or cheaper those on the service road leading up to that cube sculpture. Read More
What do you do to make money to live in Mexico? by 420jon69
Just curious to see what everyone does to earn money that allows you to live in Mexico?
You might know my ex student, Jaime, an attorney who books the Chivas games. I get a small income from making characters for a certain video game. I am paid by downloads when the tally reaches a certain number. So far I have almost 4 million ... Read More
Intercultural relationships in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in Mexico. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed relationships and ...
La India Maria: Old comic Mexican movie series. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fsdanmF_ipw&ab_channel=Larofab Her name was Brigida. As I have mentioned I came here as a grad student. I was working with and testing children who had left ... Read More
Intercultural relationships in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in Mexico. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed relationships and ...
Boy, you assume a lot. Why is that? Do you have superhuman powers? I am the ideal tenant, have a pension, pay off like a slot machine, do my own repairs, don't drink, don't make noise. Which brings us to the next intercultural landlord ... Read More
Intercultural relationships in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in Mexico. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed relationships and ...
Here's an intercultural relationship tale about two people who couldn't be more different .. my landlady and I. The property is huge, three families live here. Her family in the front (four lovely daughters all school-age of whom I adore), ... Read More
Anybody know about Los Altos Jalisco? by jonny danger
I know where it is and that it was settled by Anglos, and I've seen pictures on the web.
Thanks for your reply. Yesterday I had a sitdown with this old guy who sells fruit. He's from there. He told me everything I needed to know. Please delete this topic if you wish. Read More
Intercultural relationships in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in Mexico. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed relationships and ...
Will you arrive in tow? If not let's hit the ghetto. That's where the action is. You'll love it! I have a friend there who can teach you how to rob a pair of socks without removing the shoes. Read More
Intercultural relationships in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in Mexico. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed relationships and ...
That's the spirit. I mean who here is looking for disciples? Read More
Intercultural relationships in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in Mexico. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed relationships and ...
Yes, of course, Tony. In racial matters I concur a person has the right to ID with any race he wishes. And we have to respect that. When they shout Viva La Raza!! They aren't excluding communities like Los Altos de Jalisco where most of the ... Read More
Intercultural relationships in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in Mexico. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed relationships and ...
To me it's likely to be the poor who are the more generous. They will give you their last tortilla. That's my main attraction with Mexico, the kids and the poor (but In small doses). If someone has a motive for being kind he is not kind. ... Read More
Intercultural relationships in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in Mexico. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed relationships and ...
I've had Mexicans give me all sorts of generous freebie help though. I find your comments verging on being very racist. Mexicans aren't a race. Maybe all those generous folks are setting you up for the big one. Read More
Free and low-cost leisure activities in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding leisure activities that are free or low-cost in Mexico. This information will give future expats (or even current expats) an idea regarding some of leisure activities that they might not be ...
That's great! You should write a film script! Read More
Looking for Pet Friendly Apartment in Guadalajara by magoo2014
Hello My wife and I are visiting Mexico with our small dog. Looking for Pet Friendly Apartment in Guadalajara for 1 Month Starting Mar 15, 2018. Have vacationed before from Canada but this time we drove so that we can visit several areas in hope of ...
I'd say GDL is pet friendly. The worst scenario is to have to leave a deposit. 5 or 6k is plenty for rent. To the hotel: Tell the taxi to take you to Los Cubos. Don't go with his recommendation, it'll cost you more. There are ... Read More
Intercultural relationships in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in Mexico. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed relationships and ...
That's good. Social class might be a factor. There are lots of phenomena that might be a factor. Thing is you have a handle on it. Hats off! Read More
Intercultural relationships in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in Mexico. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed relationships and ...
I like you. I have had all those observations and more. IMO there is a little socialist inhabiting a MX's body. And also a cheap Chinaman guarding his billfold. My landlady and I seem to enjoy fighting. She'll end every sentence with, ... Read More
Free and low-cost leisure activities in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding leisure activities that are free or low-cost in Mexico. This information will give future expats (or even current expats) an idea regarding some of leisure activities that they might not be ...
Now that's funny! Their culture is the same as mine. It's called Western Culture. I've been here since 1981, you? So please go on with your lecture ... The Mariachis ripped us off and stole the food and drinks. So of course I have ... Read More
Free and low-cost leisure activities in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding leisure activities that are free or low-cost in Mexico. This information will give future expats (or even current expats) an idea regarding some of leisure activities that they might not be ...
I know I'm in the minority but I don't like the music much and I live in Mariachi central. Once in La Paz, in a marina, I was in charge of music for a subasta. The (already paid) mariachis arrived late, ate more than their share and ... Read More
Anybody know about Los Altos Jalisco?
I know where it is and that it was settled by Anglos, and I've seen pictures on the web. Read More
Relocating to Mexico by Leslie Elizabeth
Doing research on a move to Mexico from the Us. Would love opinions on the best place for a single 55 year old who still wants to work and be in a active setting where there are other expats
Yeah, The Baja is a good choice. But it's hot. As far as working you'd have to be in a city where pets are abundant, of in the countryside were livestock abounds. Much better $ in livestock. In fact I have known a few vets who don't ... Read More
Oaxaca
Why is Oaxaca your perfect place, may I ask? I lived there in the mid 80s for a couple of years. The house had a pool so if there was a water problem I would have know. But if there is a water problem in Oaxaca I doubt it changes at the border ... Read More
Safety + Cost of living by Gdkeeth
Which destination in Mexico could one say has a combination of safety and a low cost of living?
What's it like on the floor? Internet pix of buildings doesn't get it for me. Do most of the folks have the Maya look? Are they liberal or conservative? Do they eat their Ss like most Carribians? Mosquitoes? I noticed the temp today is ... Read More
long time resident seeks advice from other long-timers by CasaColibri
I refuse to call us "old-timers"! That brings up an image of toothless dotterers. (My apologies to any denture-wearers or jubilados... Is there a specific word in Spanish for long-time expats?? Like "sourdoughs in Alaska? ...
Is there a specific word in Spanish for long-time expats Muertos lite. :D < That's a smiley Read More
Please update us on any security situations in the Chapla/Ajijic areas by Texasaaa
My wife and I are considering vacationing in the Lake Chapla and Ajijic area later this year with a focus on selling/renting our home and moving there. Of course we are concerned about security and have read of the past incidents of a rare murder ...
Who mentioned a crime wave? Check their forum if you haven't already. Of course you'd have to assume all break ins are reported, or that they are posted on Internet forums. Most of the complaints I read have to do with overcrowding, slow ... Read More
Please update us on any security situations in the Chapla/Ajijic areas by Texasaaa
My wife and I are considering vacationing in the Lake Chapla and Ajijic area later this year with a focus on selling/renting our home and moving there. Of course we are concerned about security and have read of the past incidents of a rare murder ...
Chapala: You probably already know they have a forum? So as I see it the problem in Chapala is both the Mexican and the NoB population. Although I live fairly close I never go there. But I used to go years ago. It hadn't much of a ... Read More
Please update us on any security situations in the Chapla/Ajijic areas by Texasaaa
My wife and I are considering vacationing in the Lake Chapla and Ajijic area later this year with a focus on selling/renting our home and moving there. Of course we are concerned about security and have read of the past incidents of a rare murder ...
For me the ideal location is a small pueblo relatively close to a city. There are some robberies and murders in this pueblo and there are only 650 inhabitants. I read some years ago 70 autos a day are stolen in GDL. La Paz BCS was mentioned. ... Read More
The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in Mexico. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the types of ...
All those Northern highways are tuff. An option too would be to drive to the closest Mex border town and ship the stuff. Maybe with more than one company so it looks like a smaller load. Mex shipping is something I've had good luck with. You ... Read More
The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in Mexico. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the types of ...
This store supply idea sounds interesting. I have good sized trucks and trailers and feel comfortable driving. Wondering about zipping around doing this in the Baja. Perhaps getting some supplies in San Diego from wholesalers.On highway 1 going ... Read More
best vpn to get Hulu and US Netflix? by Western Canadian
Howdy, I'm in Mexico near Puerto Vallarta for the next few months and want to get vpn for US Netflix and Hulu but don't know which vpn service to get. Does anyone know which vpn most people are using to do this? Much appreciate your help
You don't need a VPN, Rabbit or any torrent. Rabbit won't let you download and save unless your OP is Linux, but torrent will. I have about 6000 films and documentaries on a few external hard drives., didn't cost a penny. Rabbit is ... Read More
Please help with my resolve to relocate by jonny danger
I'm impressed with the variety of locations members show here. Nothing like the Chapala/Ajijic dullard's forum. I have lived in these states: BC BCS Oaxaca Chiapas Michoacan Jalisco Guerrero Tamaulipas But for highway travel these are ...
I try to shoot low but sometimes the bullet ricochets and goes right over the head. Read More
Intercultural relationships in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in Mexico. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed relationships and ...
To assume all professionals or their johns need a free nearby clinic is a generalization. Shameful hypocrisy. As a teen living in LA we highschool boyz used to drive to TJ every-other weekend for fun and pleasure. Since then, nothing. Now ... Read More
Please help with my resolve to relocate by jonny danger
I'm impressed with the variety of locations members show here. Nothing like the Chapala/Ajijic dullard's forum. I have lived in these states: BC BCS Oaxaca Chiapas Michoacan Jalisco Guerrero Tamaulipas But for highway travel these are ...
Tzararacua? Yes indeed. I also liked Paracho where guitars are made. Fauna and flora for days! Read More
Please help with my resolve to relocate by jonny danger
I'm impressed with the variety of locations members show here. Nothing like the Chapala/Ajijic dullard's forum. I have lived in these states: BC BCS Oaxaca Chiapas Michoacan Jalisco Guerrero Tamaulipas But for highway travel these are ...
:D :D No but I know a lot of princes on-the-run there of whom are more than helpful. And every time I connect my Internet to a Niger address smoke starts oozing from my computer. Cheeky boyz! Read More
Please help with my resolve to relocate
I'm impressed with the variety of locations members show here. Nothing like the Chapala/Ajijic dullard's forum. I have lived in these states: BC BCS Oaxaca Chiapas Michoacan Jalisco Guerrero Tamaulipas But for highway travel these are ... Read More
Intercultural relationships in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in Mexico. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed relationships and ...
Jealous women, Tasmanian Devils from Hell. I like and respect well-bonded women tho. Amazing to me how they can come to menstruate on the same day. They put men to shame in other matters as well. I've been outside the marriage market for ... Read More
Intercultural relationships in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in Mexico. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed relationships and ...
Good one! And kids have no problem with it, dad calls it zapato and mom calls it shoe. I personally wouldn't marry a white bread American woman if her family had a gun at my head. I've been attracted to Brown girls since my first ... Read More
Intercultural relationships in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in Mexico. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed relationships and ...
Oh God! Yet another who loves the term, you generalize. Yes I generalise. Everyone does. It would be impossible to understand our world if we didn't. Consider this: You've heard of Pervert Park, right? It used to be called Golden Gate ... Read More
Mistakes expats make in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Mexico? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you could ...
You're right. In fact there is no such thing as common sense. But there is logic. We were talking about saving money. I'm saying if you really are serious about saving it isn't about walking up the street to a store where those ... Read More
Mistakes expats make in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Mexico? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you could ...
@4theloveofsun My post doesn't really suggest a theory, just common sense. Beer, chocolate and Fritos are not among your life's sustainable nutrients. People concerned over the price of cheap crap, worried they are being over-changed a ... Read More
Intercultural relationships in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in Mexico. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed relationships and ...
This OP should have a hundred posts by now! Ain't any of y'all romantic? There must be some single men and women here. Mexican men, although often flawed in their treatment of women a good part of the time, have velvet tongues indeed. ... Read More
The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in Mexico. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the types of ...
Here's an off beat gig you can get in Mexico .. a musician. Been doing it for years, never been hassled. In GDL it usually pays 500P a night. Here's another you would probably never get hassled for .. a supplier. You'd need to go ... Read More
The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in Mexico. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the types of ...
Oh you do? Even if one speaks perfect English to whom would one speak it to? :top: Read More
Mistakes expats make in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Mexico? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you could ...
:o It's the Dutch/German genetics; I can't help it. I was raised with expressions like: watch your pennies and your dollars will take care of themselves; a fool and his money are soon parted. I could go on but you get the picture. My ... Read More
Mistakes expats make in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Mexico? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you could ...
Damn how the political divide has divided me. I am the poster boy for GOP hatred. Read More
Mistakes expats make in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Mexico? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you could ...
I'm no economist either but I think the exchange rate is driven by the faith-based value of your nation's currency. And that no doubt has to do with the investors/speculator"s read. No doubt the MXN value is tied to the USA, at least ... Read More
Mistakes expats make in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Mexico? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you could ...
Yeah, I do like to generalize a lot. But something I learned in uni drives me .. 51% is a majority. Consider this: The person with Euro blood is probably proud of that fact. At best it tells the World he/she's not a savage Indio. The person ... Read More
Mistakes expats make in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Mexico? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you could ...
The indigenous are dirt here as they are in the USA. Hang out at the border crossing south of Tapachulae Chiapas for a spell. It's sad. Begging kids who won't take no gracias for an answer. They'll follow you around for an hour with ... Read More
The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in Mexico. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the types of ...
You know what worked for me? Hang out with children. They're not critical and can be at your level. Read More
The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in Mexico. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the types of ...
Just outside of GDL you'll find several very new industrial parks. They are of course tecno businesses. The bus' to downtown pass there. The bus stops at certain hours look like an Olympic village, we got white ones, browns, black ones, ... Read More
Seeking position as English instructor/teacher by sherwoodnyhart
Hello everyone!! I am in the process of making a big move down to Cancún and any information, advice, or offerings would be greatly appreciated! I am a 27 year old male seeking a position as an English instructor in Cancún. I received my ...
Yes they do. I'm guessing any anal retentive society would. Read More
Mistakes expats make in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Mexico? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you could ...
Good one. Just like the difference between weather and climate there's a difference between geographical and cultural, logically. I'm sure Mexicans prefer not to be North Americans. Even Central America has a glitch. Go to your local ... Read More
New members of the Mexico forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Mexico forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Indeed, I too could speak way more than comprehend. It works like that. Spanish is easy, there are 6500 cognates. So then you can recognise 6500 words before you ever crack a book. Try Thai, 33 vowels 44 consonants, five tones. I'll call ... Read More
Getting a bank account in Mexico by ibmark1
Hi There, recently I stopped into Banamex in Vincete Guerrero, B.C. and tired to open a bank account. The bank officer informed me that I needed a "green card" (which he also defined as permanent visa card) and that the 6 month visa I had ...
You are braver than me. I'd never do that. I get changed $2 for a withdrawal of any amount. Peanuts! I bet you don't know what happened in the 90s when three 0s were removed to form the New Peso. It was a disaster for people with ... Read More
Best city with interesting surroundings by SpaceLobster
Hi, So I am thinking of moving to Mexico but I am not sure where exactly yet. I was thinking of Playa del Carmen but I am afraid there isn’t much to do beyond beach activities and the nightlife. My fiancée is a photographer so she wants ...
Not pricey for me. Nor am I an expat. I've been here for more than half my life. Never had a maid, a gardener, frequent visits to doctors, dentists, or happy hour. I assume everywhere in the World a resourceful person can find ways to live ... Read More
using US ATM cards in supermarkets, cash back? by steveh2112
hi, can i use my US ATM cards in supermarkets and cash back with no fee like i do in the states? thanks.
Worst company in Mexico apart from Infinitum is FedEx. At least here in GDL. They get 1.1 out of ten stars in this nation. My bank says they will not ship by any means to Mexico, period Get one of those lab beakers of one liter, pull up to the ... Read More
Mistakes expats make in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Mexico? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you could ...
@ Light Yes, Mexicans are indeed swell folks. If they weren't I would have left 37 years ago. Much of the time my complaining is due to the fact I like them and want to help them .. in my way. It's the teacher in me. Well I think I ... Read More
New to Expat Forum, many question here... by MecheDallas
Girlfriend just retired and moved to Rosarito Beach from Los Angeles real estate /banking rat race 20 days ago... Loves it... found small apt for $250 Mo and tells me I can live well with $750 mo... Is this realistic / true??? Sounds too good to be ...
Every time I read posings about how far my money will go I have to wonder why anyone would bother asking. All you need to do is ask yourself cause nobody on a forum has an answer. Same goes for rent. Often times it's cheap and it should be ... Read More
Water quality in Mexico by Itobys
I went to zihuatanejo this past June . The woman I stayed with was soaking all her fruits and vegetables in iodine solution to desinfect and told me not to use regular tap water for washing fruits or drinking because it was bad. Is there an area in ...
I think that's boil for 30 minutes. That kills everything but spore forms. You'd need an autoclave for that. Read More
TEFL in Mexico
Teaching English as a Foreign Language. Back home it's called,Teaching English as a Second Language. It's for want to be residents mostly. Read More
using US ATM cards in supermarkets, cash back? by steveh2112
hi, can i use my US ATM cards in supermarkets and cash back with no fee like i do in the states? thanks.
Oh sure I did all that. Problem is my bank is always trying to protect me by cancelling my cards, as if I lived next door. Really a mess trying to get a new card. They won't mail it to Mexico. What they will do is send it to my US address. ... Read More
Mistakes expats make in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Mexico? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you could ...
I hear ya. But in the case of Internet mine was so fast it scared me. Here I pay for 6 megas and get 1.7. Three days ago I ran out of gas on my motor scooter. I pushed it into the gas station .. that is to say it was bone dry. The attendant ... Read More
Water quality in Mexico by Itobys
I went to zihuatanejo this past June . The woman I stayed with was soaking all her fruits and vegetables in iodine solution to desinfect and told me not to use regular tap water for washing fruits or drinking because it was bad. Is there an area in ...
On the outskirts of GDL. You know I've often wondered about the bottled water. Those osmosis filters are expensive. Do you think they are worried about the public's health if they get old and unusable? The best defence is what you ... Read More
Mistakes expats make in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Mexico? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you could ...
I could write a book on this. But I'll spare y'all the verbiage. I had all the advantages, grew up in East LA, spoke Spanish from an early age, studied for a masters in Southern Mexico, read a hundred books on the subject. What I missed ... Read More
Please update us on any security situations in the Chapla/Ajijic areas by Texasaaa
My wife and I are considering vacationing in the Lake Chapla and Ajijic area later this year with a focus on selling/renting our home and moving there. Of course we are concerned about security and have read of the past incidents of a rare murder ...
I'd assume most of the real crime is Brown on Brown. It's a given we struggle with probabilities .. the entire Universe is governed by laws of probability. I'd nix Lakeside and Ajijic for two reasons not related to crime .. alcoholic ... Read More
TEFL in Mexico
I did TEFL for three decades. The last gig I had here in GDL was Business English @ 250P an hour. But in the past I did K-12, and university. That paid about 8-10,00 a month. 15 hours a week is full time. And you have to pay taxes, but ... Read More
Need information about La Paz. Baja California Sur
There was once a forum called, Ros in La Paz or something like that. The place has changed for the worse I'm afraid. Read More
small village living with less
My ville has 650. I am the only Gringo. I love it here. Read More
U.S. Medications Shipped to Mexico
My experience says, no. Meds are not sent via mail services. There are ways around it though. Meds are super cheap here. Read More
New to Expat Forum, many question here... by MecheDallas
Girlfriend just retired and moved to Rosarito Beach from Los Angeles real estate /banking rat race 20 days ago... Loves it... found small apt for $250 Mo and tells me I can live well with $750 mo... Is this realistic / true??? Sounds too good to be ...
I live on less than that. I don't drink, don't pay more than 60-80 Pesos for a meal. Read More
Movers cost from San Francisco to Ajijic by Brenda DeBruyn
How much would it cost to move a household of 2 from San Francisco to Ajijic? We collect art and we do not want to live in Mexico without it.
If you don't find your answer here try the Ladeside/ajijic Forum. Personally I wouldn't live there if I were paid. Read More
Expat experience
Been here a long time, have lived in 6 states. For me GDL can't be beat. Read More
Getting a bank account in Mexico by ibmark1
Hi There, recently I stopped into Banamex in Vincete Guerrero, B.C. and tired to open a bank account. The bank officer informed me that I needed a "green card" (which he also defined as permanent visa card) and that the 6 month visa I had ...
My buddy opened an account for me in his name. Easy peesy. Read More
Best city with interesting surroundings by SpaceLobster
Hi, So I am thinking of moving to Mexico but I am not sure where exactly yet. I was thinking of Playa del Carmen but I am afraid there isn’t much to do beyond beach activities and the nightlife. My fiancée is a photographer so she wants ...
Guadalajara Guadalajara!!!! Best climate in the World, prettiest girls, most intelligent people I have run iinto, cheap as chips. Woops, no beach. Read More
Seeking position as English instructor/teacher by sherwoodnyhart
Hello everyone!! I am in the process of making a big move down to Cancún and any information, advice, or offerings would be greatly appreciated! I am a 27 year old male seeking a position as an English instructor in Cancún. I received my ...
Sorry but it's doubtful any of that will put you at an advantage. Even the mention of all those accompaniments will make you look like a dope. I did the the gig for 30 years in five countries. Here's what will give you an advantage: You ... Read More
using US ATM cards in supermarkets, cash back? by steveh2112
hi, can i use my US ATM cards in supermarkets and cash back with no fee like i do in the states? thanks.
I bought a tank of petro in Monterrey with my ATM card. Next time I used it (tried to use it) I discovered my PIN had been changed. Read More
Banking in Baja by ibmark1
Hi there, recently moved to Baja and am tired of paying the ATM fees. Which banks are the most expat friendly? Is it difficult to get your SS moved to a bank in Mexico? Any tips on the protocol would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, M.W. Stanley
"City bank operates in the U.S." Boy do they ever!!! Banamex has just affiliated with them. Rats of a feather flock together. I understand SS will deposit your payments anywhere you want. You can even get your payments at Western ... Read More
What do you do to make money to live in Mexico? by 420jon69
Just curious to see what everyone does to earn money that allows you to live in Mexico?
Teach English as a Foreign Language. That's foreign not second. You'll need a BA in any subject and study for a few weeks to pass a proficiency test. I did it for 30 years. It's fun. It goes without saying to be welcomed here as ... Read More
Safety + Cost of living by Gdkeeth
Which destination in Mexico could one say has a combination of safety and a low cost of living?
I live just outside GDL. It's cheap. My SS comes to a whooping $673. It's plenty for me. As for safety, that's like asking how long is a piece of string. The entire Universe is governed by laws of probability. I've been ... Read More
Water quality in Mexico by Itobys
I went to zihuatanejo this past June . The woman I stayed with was soaking all her fruits and vegetables in iodine solution to desinfect and told me not to use regular tap water for washing fruits or drinking because it was bad. Is there an area in ...
I live in a small ville in a national park. There are a few wells here filled by run-off from the mountains. It's good enough to drink although I buy garafones. Local tap water comes from those wells. But I know other areas don't have ... Read More