Mexico Essentials

Articles and insights about essential things you need to know as you make your Mexico lifestyle and leisure plans

Flights and Air Travel in Mexico

Mexico has a well-developed and extensive network of airports and airline companies

Property Near Beaches in Mexico

It is possible for foreigners to own property in Mexico—even by the beach. However, regardless of whether you are Mexican or not, you cannot own the beach.

Changes to Mexico’s Regulated Gasoline Prices

Mexican gasoline prices will rise by as much as 20% from January 1, 2017 due to changes in the way gasoline is priced in Mexico

Staying Healthy in Mexico

When visitors to Mexico fall ill, in most cases it’s due to heat exhaustion, altitude sickness, a lack of hydration—or a combination of these

Mexico Clock-Time Changes: Autumn 2016

This article explains the spring and autumn clock-time changes taking place in Mexico in 2016.

Beware of ESTA Service Companies

Service companies are charging travelers needing ESTA authorization to enter the U.S. inflated prices and some might pose a risk to your personal data.

What Happens to the Cabs When the Bugs Move Out?

For decades VW bugs were the taxi driver's vehicle of choice as it's well known they last for years and years. So where are they all going?

Mexico Insurance Roadmap

Our Mexico Insurance Guide helps you to learn about different insurance choices in Mexico

Uber Cabs Expand in Mexico

The booking of cabs using smartphones has been taken-up in earnest by taxi users in Mexico.

Hurricane Over Ocean, Viewed from Space (Concept)

Hurricane Patricia

Hurricane Patricia, a Category 5 storm, made landfall on Mexico's Pacific coast some 40 miles north of Manzanillo on the evening of Friday October 23.