Mexico Essentials

Do you need a visa to visit Mexico? This article explains who —and who does not— need to apply for a visa before traveling to Mexico

There are some straightforward paperwork procedures to engage with when you arrive to, and depart from, Mexico. This article describes them

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

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

Sanborns stores offer a unique shopping experience and its restaurants provide an oasis of refreshment amidst a casual diner-style setting

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

Practical advice about short-listing locations in Mexico that offer a climate you'll feel comfortable living in through the seasons

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

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

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

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

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