No Hay Cambio — the Art of Making Change in Mexico
With more than 19 billion coins and bills in circulation across Mexico, why does it seem that no one ever has any change?
Articles about Mexican culture and traditions
Articles about Mexican culture and traditions
With more than 19 billion coins and bills in circulation across Mexico, why does it seem that no one ever has any change?
Among Mexico's many sayings, "lo que el viento a Juárez" —what the wind did to Juárez— is popular, especially around election time
Online marketplaces have transformed access to books in Mexico, although traditional bookshops continue to ply a brisk trade here
Tipping for services is a practice that is deeply ingrained in Mexican culture and this article describes some key situations where a tip may be appropriate
Mexico observes several dates throughout the year to commemorate important historical, cultural and religious events; some are national public holidays
Comprehensive guide to navigate Mexico's social etiquette. Get acquainted with social graces and avoid making unnecessary or embarrassing social blunders
You'll become familiar with the phrase "No Hay," that inevitably makes itself apparent at some point when something you want or need isn't available right now
Foreign Native shares some insights and anecdotes about strays and street dogs in Mexico along with some comments on trends and habits among dog owners here
A song often played by mariachi bands, "Mexico Lindo y Querido" has become established as one of most esteemed ballads of all time
Amid the relentless noise broadcast over the airwaves, lies an oasis of frequency modulation for radio listeners in their cars, and online
Workers' wages are paid every fifteen days in Mexico, and pay days are known as "Quincenas" which make for busy weekends, especially in the capital
Even today with many modern roads and bridges putting a first-world stamp on major cities, Mexico still has some notorious sign posting