Preparing for Christmas and New Year in Mexico
December is one of the busiest travel months of the year in Mexico, so forward planning makes good sense to make the most of the holiday season here
Discover Mexico
Inspiration, insight and connections to experience more of Mexico
December Festivities that Celebrate Christmas in Mexico
The month of December in Mexico is characterized by traditions, color, spectacle, festivities and family gatherings that celebrate Christmas
Key Update
Mexico’s Minimum Wage Increases by 13% in 2026
Mexico implements nine consecutive years of double-digit daily minimum wage rises with an increase of 13% for 2026—to $315.04 pesos per work day
Mexico Newsletter —
December 2025
Christmas holiday season; Residency in 2026; (Bio)CURP; Seasonal bonuses & tips; Winter daylight; Home interiors; Overwintering; Monarch butterflies, & more...
November 20th: Anniversary of Mexico’s Revolution Day
November 20th is the anniversary of the start of the 1910 – 1917 Mexican Revolution. The date is observed on the third Monday in November
Reflections on a Decade of Shopping El Buen Fin
Over a decade after Mexico introduced its version of the ‘Black Friday’ shopping event, Foreign Native reflects on its relevance amidst increasing online sales
Los De Abajo — A Ground View of the Revolution
An insightful book that shares a portrayal of what it was like among the ragtag armies of rebels during Mexico's turbulent revolutionary period
Remembering Delivery Workers on Postman’s Day in Mexico
November 12 is "Dia del Cartero" —Postman’s Day— in Mexico. Traditionally it recognizes post service workers, although couriers should be remembered too
Blogueando and other Anglicisms Used in Spanish
Technology has brought new words in Spanish into being—mostly English words fitted with the corresponding verb endings and conjugations
Learn About Mexico’s Seasonal Clock Changes
Most of Mexico stopped moving its clocks after the fall of 2022; however, some areas along the US border continue to synchronize their clocks with the USA
Enjoying the Bread on Day of the Dead in Mexico
In the autumn you can enjoy "Pan de Muerto" —Bread of the Dead— a delicious and integral part of Day of the Dead traditions in Mexico
Mexico’s Elegant Catrinas on Parade
How 'Catrinas' —artsy skeleton figurines— became an extraordinary hallmark of Mexican popular culture and synonymous with Day of the Dead festivities