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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

Breathing Easy in Places Situated at High Elevation

Some great places to visit and live in Mexico are situated at higher elevation than most people are accustomed to; this article shares practical advice

Wireless Home Internet Services in Mexico

Cellular data networks in Mexico offer you internet service at home using a special modem that doesn't depend on a landline connection

On Importing Pets and Other Animals to Mexico

Mexico has specific rules and procedures for the import of animals, including domestic pets, whether you are visiting Mexico or staying for a longer term

Local Bread Shops, Neighbors, and Nostalgia

An important and insightful part of Mexico's past and present are its bread shops, found on many busy corners of its towns and cities

A Nice Cup of Tea: Searching for Camellia Sinensis

Finding "a decent cup of tea" in Mexico used to be difficult, but specialist purveyors are now offering more choice, albeit at a premium

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

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

Lifestyle Cycles: Fresh Views on a Windy Day in March

Foreign Native explores aspect of the life-cycle of Mexico City's neighborhoods that have evolved with the capital's expansion and changing generations