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
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
Learn About Social Etiquette & Local Customs in Mexico
Learn how to navigate Mexico's social etiquette, discover local customs and graces, and avoid unnecessary or embarrassing social blunders
A Quiet Week to Enjoy a Visit in Mexico’s Capital
One of the best times of the year to visit Mexico City is during the Easter Week holiday, known in Mexico as Semana Santa, Holy Week
Semana Santa — Tips for Traveling During Easter in Mexico
The two busiest times of the year for travel in Mexico are during Christmas and New Year, and Holy Week—that begins on the weekend of Palm Sunday
Semana Santa: Mexico’s Easter Holiday in 2026
Easter Week is one of Mexico's important religious holidays and is also the most popular week of the year for family vacations in Mexico
When Night Doesn’t Fall: Reflections on Clock Changes
The annual spring clock-change, that set clocks forward one hour, was never particularly popular in Mexico—a country with plenty of year-round sunlight
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
Don’t Risk a Fake Marriage for Residency in Mexico
A ‘marriage of convenience’ intended to secure legal residency is risky. Mexico’s INM has special checks in place to spot these applications
Calculating the Value of Old Mexican Banknotes
Old Mexican bank notes can be exchanged for their present-day value at the Bank of Mexico, or sold to collectors who seek to acquire them
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
Torn Money: The Banknote Versus the Joker
In Mexico, merchants of all kinds tend to reject damaged banknotes, but you can exchange damaged notes at a bank if you have at least half of the note intact
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
