Mexico Essentials

Discovering Mexico’s Climate — a Land of Three Lands

Mexico's topography is characterized by diverse landscapes which in turn create a range of different climate zones across the country

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

Driving Tip: Read the Signs, then Ask for Directions

Even today with many modern roads and bridges putting a first-world stamp on major cities, Mexico still has some notorious sign posting

Volunteer helping to release a sea turtle back into the wild

The Visas You Need for Doing Volunteer Work in Mexico

You can use a visitor permit to volunteer in Mexico provided the work is non-lucrative. This article describes what visa types you need to volunteer in Mexico

Tips on Buying a Mexican Hammock for Your Home

Investing in a high quality hammock will be a pleasure to use and provide years of restful service in your home. This article shares tips for buyers

Journeys on Mexico City’s Metro: It Takes All Kinds

With up to five million people using Mexico City's Metro each day, it's not surprising that you come across all sorts of travelers using it

Traders in Mexico City's main square. Zocalo

Avid Trade and Five Hundred Years of Mexican Commerce

It will take more than a desire for modernity to do away with Mexico's deep-rooted traditions of commerce, which stretch back to Pre-Columbian times

Learning How to Navigate Mexico’s Tipping Culture

Tipping is woven into the fabric of Mexican trading culture and appropriate in many everyday situations. This article helps you get acquainted with them

Guide to Driving and Preparing for Road Trips in Mexico

Detailed articles packed with local knowledge and insights for anyone who intends to drive in or take a road trip across Mexico

Buying Gasoline and Using Service Stations in Mexico

When you're driving your car or taking a road trip across Mexico, eventually you'll need to use a service station. This article shares helpful tips for drivers.