Mexico Lifestyle

Insights into Mexican Spanish and its Nuances

Being able to converse in Spanish, even at a basic level, will make your experiences in Mexico richer and more meaningful

Colonial Style Rooftops in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Living, Working and Retirement in Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta living: guide to help you research and assess Puerto Vallarta as a location for living, working, or retirement in Mexico

Relocate to Mexico and Cultivate a New Life & Lifestyle

Our free and detailed guides about relocating to Mexico help you discover opportunities, make informed choices and connect to helpful resources

The Difference Between Tequila, Mezcal, and Pulque

Tequila, mezcal and pulque are three traditional Mexican drinks that are all made from the agave succulent, but deliver different taste experiences

One Mexican peso coin held in someone's hand

Introduction to Mexico’s Peso, its Coins & Banknotes

Mexico's peso is a one of the most traded currencies on world foreign exchange markets. This article introduces you to Mexico's currency, coins & banknotes

Mexico’s UMA & Residency Qualification Criteria 2026

UMA replaced Mexico's 'minimum wage' as a basis for official calculations. This article describes how it affects applications for legal residency.

The Journey to Finding Your Place in Mexico

To settle well and be content in Mexico, you'll need to seek compromise, be accepting, and learn how to craft your situations on Mexico's terms

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

Living, Working and Retirement in Mazatlán

Mazatlán living: guide to help you research and assess Mazatlán as a location for living, working, or retirement in Mexico

Regulating the Water Pressure in Your Mexican Home

The majority of Mexico's water delivery is not served by pressurized systems, requiring some ingenuity to create water pressure in your home or building