While there are many people who choose to wait for retirement to move to Mexico, there are many others who want to move sooner rather

Whether you’re committed to learning Spanish or not, it is undeniable that you need some essential phrases to get by. For day-to-day life in Mérida,

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.

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.

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

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

Today marks the one year anniversary of my move to Mérida, Mexico (12.25.20). Moving to Mexico had been a dream of mine since 2006. I

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

In the fall of 2019, I announced I was moving to Mérida Mexico. Moving to Mexico was a dream I had since 2006 when I

49.6 million tourists visited Mexico in 2018 with the majority of them arriving via plane or car according to SECTUR, the Secretary of Tourism Mexico.

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 to

To go along with the question “Is Mexico safe?” people also ask, “Why are there so many police in Merida Mexico?” There are 3 reasons: 

With a population of close to 1 million people, Mérida offers many kinds of transportation.  Like any big city, the public transportation system can be

Mérida is a cultural destination of contrasts:  from Maya ruins to European-influenced architecture to exquisite gastronomic heritage, Mérida is a quiet and unique paradise. You

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

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

Traveling to Mexico for many, many years, without exception, each and every house I’ve rented or lived in has an army of teeny, tiny occupants.

The thing you’ve worked for your entire life…well almost your entire life – retiring from work. Retirement might be in your near future and maybe

Travelers all over the globe have access to a wonderful travel platform called Airbnb. I use it on a regular basis and actually, it is

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

For me, jewelry and accessorizing is just as important as my outfit. The extra finishing touches I add feel like frosting on a cake. After

Growing up in West Texas, dust storms were common. Every spring the dust would roll in turning the sky orange, sticking to my lipstick and

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

People are flocking to Mérida for quality medical care, slower pace, relaxed lifestyle and, most of all, cost of living. Honestly, the first time I

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

Mérida is one of the most gastronomically diverse cities you will ever visit. From traditional Yucatecan dishes to ancient Mayan recipes and from regional to