Mexico Essentials

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

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

For Lifestyle & Leisure, You Are Welcome in Mexico

Welcome to a Mexico: a country that offers inspiring lifestyle opportunities and exceptional travel and leisure experiences

How to Dial Telephone Numbers To & From Mexico

This article describes how to dial telephone numbers to and from Mexico including cell phones, landlines, and toll-free service numbers

FAQs: Importing a Foreign-plated Vehicle to Mexico

These are the most frequently-asked questions we receive about importing foreign-plated cars and other vehicles to Mexico—updated regularly

Guide & Practical Tips for Renting a Car in Mexico

Renting a car in Mexico provides freedom and flexibility to explore the country

Learning to Live Well in Mexico Without Owning a Car

Some foreign residents live well in Mexico without owning a car. Whether you can depends on your lifestyle situations and your personal priorities

Is Your U.S. Medicare Coverage Available in Mexico?

Americans contemplating a move to Mexico often ask whether Medicare is valid here. The simple answer is no, but there are some caveats, and alternatives

Choices Faced by Home Owners Across the Generations

Aging provincial homes in Mexico are charming, and offer dilemmas, opportunities, challenges —and lessons— for present and future owners

Using Mexico’s Toll Roads and Mexico City’s Elevated Beltway

Mexico's toll roads offer fast and efficient highway connections between major Mexican towns and cities. This article describes how to access and pay for them

Mexican Cell Phones: Calling Plans for North America

Mexican cell phone plans offer unlimited calling and generous data allowances across Mexico, the US, and Canada—it's never been more affordable to keep in touch

Cash, Please: You Still Need Notes & Coins in Mexico

Although cashless payment options are increasing in Mexico, the use of notes and coins remains essential in your day-to-day transactions here

The Hidden Liabilities in Your Mexican Home

Often overlooked, third party liabilities related to your Mexican property can be mitigated with adequate insurance cover

Buying Imported Foods and Homeware in Mexico

Learn about stores and emporiums where you can buy imported foods and goods which years ago were not available anywhere in Mexico