Discover Mexico

Mexico Newsletter —
May 2025

Springtime; Cusp of the rain season; Road trips; Copper Canyon; Permanent residency in Mexico; Fractional property ownership; Practical lifestyle insights...

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Discover Mexico’s Banks and the Services they Provide

An introduction to Mexico's retail banking brands as well as a description of the typical services and facilities offered by all the retail banks in Mexico

Learn About Social Etiquette & Local Customs in Mexico

Learn how to navigate Mexico's social etiquette, discover local customs and graces, and avoid unnecessary or embarrassing social blunders

Mexico’s Love and Care for The Beatles Lives On

Mexico's love of The Beatles lives on—more than 50 years after the band broke-up—and their legacy continues to be kept alive here

The Modern Use of Güey: a Nasty Little Syllable

Modern conversations in Mexico are frequently interspersed with the word "güey"—which means several things and, just as often, nothing

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Using Mexican & Foreign Bank Cards at ATMs in Mexico

ATMs provide an efficient way to obtain local currency in Mexico from a foreign or Mexican bank account, and some also accept cash deposits to local accounts

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Safety Tips for Cash, Bank Cards, and ATM Use in Mexico

This article shares tips and common sense advice to help keep your money and bank cards safe when you are visiting or living in Mexico

Knowing the Score on Mexican Soccer Tournaments

Mexicans are passionate about their national sport. Here's a primer on how Mexican soccer leagues play-out through the year—and a glance at the top teams