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
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
Abundant Options for Local Food Shopping in Mexico
Independent neighborhood vendors selling fresh locally-sourced produce remain a thriving part of the Mexican retail landscape
The Hidden Liabilities in Your Mexican Home
Often overlooked, third party liabilities related to your Mexican property can be mitigated with adequate insurance cover
Choosing a Climate: Hot Coasts and Cool Colonial Cities
Practical advice about short-listing locations in Mexico that offer a climate you'll feel comfortable living in through the seasons
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?
The Transition to Fall: Autumn Climates in Mexico
Autumn temperatures along Mexico's coasts are usually pleasantly warm, and elevated areas inland can feel cooler, or cold overnight
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
El Grito: Celebrating Sovereignty in Mexico
Independence Day on September 16 —marking events that led to the creation of the Mexican Republic— is the most widely celebrated of Mexico's political holidays
Dealing with Electricity Power Cuts in Mexico
Local power cuts are a regular feature in Mexico, especially during thunderstorms and wind storms. Some forward planning can help to mitigate potential problems
September: Mexico’s Month of Flags and Parties
Mexico celebrates its Independence in September—when streets, buildings and establishments get dressed in the country's national colors of green, white and red
Dealing with Counterfeit Mexican Banknotes
If you find yourself having to deal with a fake banknote in Mexico, options depend on the circumstances under which the fake note came into your possession
There’s More to Mexican Piñatas than Meets the Eye
The colorful piñata is a hallmark of Mexican festive traditions, and more thought and decision-making goes into a piñata ritual than is readily apparent
