Mérida’s local Insider Since 2019
Thinking about moving to Mérida? Start here.
Get the unfiltered truth from the original source for Mérida scouting. From free resources to deep-dive research tours, we provide the practical depth you need to arrive with your eyes wide open and your feet on the ground.
From Day 1, our goal has been to serve visitors, current and future residents at every stage and every budget. Whether you need a free guide or a full research tour — we have something for you.
FREE 15-MINUTE CONSULT
Got questions? Let's talk.
Book a free 15-minute call with Amy. We focus on one specific topic so you get real value — not a surface skim. Need more time? A full one-hour deep-dive is available for $129.
RESIDENCY
Financial requirements, what to do & not do
HEALTHCARE
Doctors & Insurance (private / IMSS)
REAL ESTATE
Buy, rent, deposits, Fideicomiso
NEIGHBORHOODS
Centro vs North vs suburbs
LOGISTICS
Pets, cars, & what to bring
BANKING
Transfers, FBAR,
CLABE
Free Download
Your essential guide to Mérida — on us
• Restaurant recommendations including hidden gems
• Cultural events & museums
• Grocery stores & food delivery
• Activities for kids (inside & outside the city)
• Beaches & beach clubs
• Emergency #’s, hospital, & medical information
• And much, much more!
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OUR SERVICES
Life in Mérida™ is the first and original scouting and research tour company in Mérida; offering an unparalled depth of guidance.
We believe living in Mérida is a privelege that comes with responsibility. We specialize in preparing culturally conscientious visitors, newcomers, and residents — not just selling relocations.
GROUP SCOUTING TRIPS
Join a small group for a curated multi-day exploration of Mérida.
REAL ESTATE REPRESENTATION
Buy or rent with confidence. Relationships with trusted agents.
WHO WE ARE
Meet your Mérida insiders.
Amy Jones
Co-Founder • THE MÉRIDA AMBASSADOR
Since moving from Dallas to Mérida in 2019, Amy has become the go-to resource for an honest, practical look at life in the Yucatán capital. As the founder of Life in Mérida™, she has built a platform and newsletter that thousands of visitors, current and future residents depend on. Drawing on over 30 years of personal and professional relocation experience, her guidance goes beyond the basics, helping newcomers navigate the complexities of moving while discovering what makes Mérida truly magical.
Angel Rodriguez
CO-FOUNDER • THE LOCAL INSIDER
Born in Tabasco and a resident of Mérida since 1993, Angel offers a perspective shaped by over three decades of local life. Having lived in neighborhoods across the city, he provides an irreplaceable insider’s view that goes far beyond the typical tour. With a professional background in hospitality and a passion for Yucatecan gastronomy, Angel serves as a cultural bridge—helping newcomers uncover hidden gems and navigate the subtle nuances of the language and local customs that make this city so unique.
FROM THE BLOG
Helpful articles for every stage of the move.
COST OF LIVING
Budget for when you arrive and after you’ve integrated. Costs are different.
NEIGHBORHOODS
Centro, the North, and the suburbs are wildly different. Discover the differences.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Real experiences, honest feedback.
A thoroughly enjoyable and informative time which played an invaluable part in our decision -making. I absolutely recommend Amy and Angel to anyone wishing to check Merida out for relocating and discovering the true cultural heart of the city.
• Ellie & Jamie Olliff
Every aspect of the tour was well planned, my questions answered and the details were amazing. I really appreciated the high level of communication. I was traveling alone but never felt alone. I HIGHLY recommend Life in Mérida™ Research Tours.
• Kristen Valente
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