Mexico Insight

For centuries, Haciendas played an important part in Mexico’s history.   The concept of haciendas was introduced to Mexico by the Spaniards during the 16th century, and they reached their peak during the 18th century, by which time some had become industrial power-houses.  However, as the political and economic landscapes changed, the Haciendas fell into decline and, eventually, […]

Ecology and the protection of the natural environment have become predominant themes in recent years.  Mainstream media channels are now continually broadcasting a plethora of news items, reports and documentaries which, in turn, are creating huge public awareness of the subject.  However, the concepts of energy efficiency and sustainability are not new: indeed, many companies have […]

Six months ago, we published an article suggesting that the weakening US Dollar on world currency markets would benefit Mexico’s tourism prospects, as American and Canadian travelers eschew European cities in favor of more affordable destinations across Mexico.
The currency exchange situation we wrote about in the fall of 2007 remains true now, in the spring […]

The beautiful, bohemian historic district of Coyoacan, situated on the southern side of Mexico City, is currently undergoing some public works to install new potable water pipes and upgrade the drainage systems in the area.   The work has been described by the local authorities as essential to the maintenance of the neighborhood’s water works as the […]

Over the last decade or so, Real Estate Development projects have been flourishing in Mexico.  Not surprisingly, the most active areas for developers are those on the coastline near Mexico’s popular beach resorts.  However, less well-known areas are also being developed which, in-turn, is breathing new life into hirtherto unheard-of provincial areas in Mexico.  Indeed, […]

The Easter holidays arrived early this year, and now everyone is back at school, the airports are quieter, flights are cheaper and hotels are offering ’shoulder-season’ discounts.  It’s the perfect time to plan a get-away to Mexico before the summer rush.
Many hotels reduce their rates after the Easter vacation period, although it does depend on the location […]

The Bank of Mexico has just announced the launch of a new $1,000 peso bank note, to be released next week, April 7.  The new bill replaces the existing turquiose/purple-colored $1,000 peso bank note currently circulating.  $1,000 pesos is worth approximately US$95 at current exchange rates.
The bill is part of a recent new series of bank notes which began […]