15 Mistakes I Made After Moving to Mérida
First, let me tell you I don’t believe in mistakes, only lessons. So the title of this article is bit out of character for me.
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First, let me tell you I don’t believe in mistakes, only lessons. So the title of this article is bit out of character for me.
It’s that time of year again! The hottest months of Mérida are in full swing. It is impossible to avoid the intense Yucatan Summer heat.
Well….this article started because Angel taught me a few important words in Yucatecan Spanish. Some I can use in public while others are best used
My love affair with Mexico began when I worked in the Riviera Maya in 2006. The slower pace, simpler lifestyle and the way people intentionally
It is common, when traveling, to search for creature comforts from home. One of those comforts for many people is Starbucks. I would even dare
In the words of Mayor Renán Barrera, “Mérida, the safest city in Mexico, has a citizen agenda that is an example to follow in matters
Whether you’re planning to move to Mérida, Mexico or are just visiting for a short trip, finding the right skincare routine is extremely important. Mérida
Any transition is hard, especially one that involves moving from home. Just the thought of moving creates stress. Stress can trigger the blues and even
Close to 1 million people in California alone cross the border for health care. They also get prescriptions filled according to estimates by the U.S.
Today marks the one year anniversary of my move to Mérida, Mexico. Moving to Mexico had been a dream of mine since 2006. I knew
Your CFE bill arrives every 2 months either in your mailbox, if you have one, or folded up and stuck in your gate. Now you
Moving with your school-age children can be the experience of a lifetime, especially in a new environment. Learning a new language, a new culture, and
I use Amazon on a frequent basis because of the convenience. Actually, when I put my list of “must-haves” together for my upcoming move, Amazon
Driving in another country can be particularly daunting and you’ll find driving in Mérida will be quite different than driving in other parts of the
It’s hard and maybe even impossible to think about your demise and eventual death. But no one is immortal. Planning for what will happen when
Self-serve gas stations in Mérida and, for that matter Mexico are not common occurrences. As a matter of fact, I’ve yet to see a self-serve
Thousands of cenotes dot the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico. Unless you’ve traveled to the Riviera Maya or Yucatan Peninsula, you may not have heard about
Frequently, plants, seeds, and other agricultural items are not allowed when you enter a foreign country. But there’s more to it than just that. Bringing
Some over-the-counter medications commonly used in the U.S. are prohibited in Mexico. Specifically, ones that contain stimulants. Medication containing codeine are also prohibited. It is
Travelers all over the globe have access to a wonderful service called Airbnb. I use it on a regular basis and actually, it is now
For me, jewelry and accessorizing is just as important as my outfit. The extra finishing touches I add feel like frosting on a cake –