Mexico Lifestyle

Bread and Other Offerings on Day of the Dead

An important tradition of Day of the Dead is the creation of an "ofrenda" that usually manifests as an altar in family homes

Spanish and the ‘Inclusive Language’ Controversy

Spanish grammar's use of masculine plurals to describe a mix of male and female people or things has been debated at the highest academic level

Paseo de la Reforma Viewed from Angel of Independence

The iconic Paseo de la Reforma in Mexico City

One of the capital's principal avenues is Paseo de la Reforma, originally built as a route from the Emperor's residence at Chapultepec to the National Palace

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.

Mi Calaverita: Mexico’s Trick or Treat Traditions

Discover how Mexican culture has assimilated the Halloween custom of trick-or-treating into its own Day of the Dead traditions

Finding & Managing a Long Term Property Rental in Mexico

Renting a home is popular in Mexico, and this article walks you through the procedures involved in finding, leasing, and living in a rental property here

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

For Whom the (Provincial Church) Bell Tolls

The Church and church bells play a significant role in Mexican history, and living within earshot of a lively church offers a mixed blessing

Mexico’s Love and Care for The Beatles Lives On

Mexico's love of The Beatles lives on—more than 50 years after the band broke-up—and their legacy continues to be kept alive here

Approaches & Inspiration for Retirement Lifestyles in Mexico

Learn about common approaches to retirement in Mexico, and get some inspiration by discovering lifestyles and pastimes retirees in Mexico come here to enjoy