Celebrating Life on Day of the Dead in Mexico
Day of the Dead —that is a celebration of the continuity of life— is one of Mexico's most important religious holidays, celebrated in November each year
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Spanish and the ‘Inclusive Language’ Controversy
Spanish grammar's use of masculine plurals to describe a mix of male and female people or things has been debated at the highest academic level
The iconic Paseo de la Reforma in Mexico City
One of the capital's principal avenues is Paseo de la Reforma, originally built as a route from the Emperor's residence at Chapultepec to the National Palace
Ser y Estar: To Be or To Be, that is the Question
Among the grammatical complications of Spanish are its two verbs that describe how to be. This articles describes the uses of Ser and Estar.
Mi Calaverita: Mexico’s Trick or Treat Traditions
Discover how Mexican culture has assimilated the Halloween custom of trick-or-treating into its own Day of the Dead traditions
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
Mexico Newsletter —
November 2025
Day of the Dead; Clocks; November Holiday; Arrival of the Monarch butterflies; Dry season; Seasonal change notes; Fractional property; Church bells, and more...
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
For Whom the (Provincial Church) Bell Tolls
The Church and church bells play a significant role in Mexican history, and living within earshot of a lively church offers a mixed blessing
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
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
Fractional Ownership of Residential Property in Mexico
Mexican law provides a legally secure way for buyers and investors to purchase a residential property through a shared ownership arrangement
