Mexico Lifestyle

The Parallel Between British English and Spanish Spanish

A certain parallel could be drawn between British and American English, and the Spanish spoken in Spain and that of Mexico

Living, Working and Retirement in Mérida

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

Influencing Factors as You Choose a Place to Live in Mexico

Key factors and choices to contemplate as you shortlist potential places to live in Mexico and consider how they may suit your lifestyle needs

Snapshot of Mexico’s Key Data in Facts & Figures (2025)

This article shares a snapshot of Mexico's geographic, demographic, and key economic data, updated annually using latest official data

Ser y Estar: To Be or To Be, that is the Question

Among the grammatical complications of Spanish are its two verbs that describe how to be. This articles describes the uses of Ser and Estar.

The Mexican Peso: A Historical Tour of Mexico’s Currency Value

A brief glance back over 70 years of exchange rate fluctuations reveals a pattern that's woven into the tapestry of Mexico’s peso

The Practicalities of Finding a House Rental in Mexico

Mexico has plenty of property for rent, although finding a rental home in the right location that's also adequate for your needs requires planning and effort

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

Noise Pollution vs Noise as a Status Symbol

Noise pollution in Mexico City continues to carry on — long after city planners took measures to reduce air contamination in the capital

Mexico’s UMA and Residency Qualification Criteria 2025

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