Click here to view our directory of Los Barriles local resources Los Barriles makes our “Best Places to Live in Mexico” list for it’s close proximity to the U.S., it’s small town atmosphere, the large supportive English speaking expat community and it’s beautiful white sand beaches on the Sea of Cortez. Los Barriles is located […]
Bringing Your Pets To Mexico
Re-locating your pet to Mexico is one more thing to prepare for. Driving into Mexico with your pet is much more simple than flying in with your pet as airlines have very strict guidelines you must adhere to. Driving With Your Dog or Cat There are only three things you need to do to […]
How To Prepare for a Hurricane in Mexico
Hurricane season in Mexico is from June to November with the peak season from mid-August to late October. Tropical depressions and storms that occur in the Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean have potential to turn into hurricanes during this time. The key to hurricane or tropical storm protection is preparation. […]
Working in Mexico
Technology and the internet is changing the way we do and make businesses! Since the economic downturn, more and more people are going into business for themselves and creating their own opportunities for income. Fortunately for us today, the internet is providing people a way to work where ever they want to, in any […]
The Small Giant – Small Community in Mexico Comes Together in the Name of Technology
By Alexandra De Cienfuegos David amongst the Goliaths in the world of global telecommunications. The small giant. The Dutch have recently been in an uproar after the giant of telecommunications, the Mexican magnate Carlos Slim, moved in on the the Dutch telecom market, conquering and buying up 70% of one of the country’s national prides, the […]
Educating Your Children in Mexico
If you are in the unique position of having the opportunity to move to Mexico with your school age children, you have two main options: You may send your children to local private schools or you may home school. In both scenario’s, a tutor is also recommended to assist in language barrier learning issues. […]
Banking in Mexico
The main banks in Mexico are Scotiabank, HSBC, BBVA Bancomer, Santander and Citigroup. In general, there are three main types of accounts you can open: Peso Checking Account: Allows you to manage your money in Mexican pesos and earn an interest income. The minimum balance to open a peso account ranges from $500 to $1000 pesos […]
What To Do If You Have An Auto Accident in Mexico
Mexican auto insurance law states that only licensed Mexican insurance companies will be recognized and accepted by Mexico’s legal system. It is also Mexican law that liability coverage be purchased. Collision is optional, but liability is a must. What If I Have An Accident? If you are in an auto accident in Mexico and if […]
Visit Tomatlan, Jalisco
Located on the Western, Pacific coast of Mexico, in Tomatlan, Jalisco, is the quiet and secluded Hotelito Desconocido Sancuary Reserve and Spa. This 27 room, 100% eco-resort is located on sixty hectares in a natural diverse, bio-reserve listed by UNESCO as a bird paradise aquifer. The tranquility of bright blue lagoon in the middle of […]
Visit Guanajuato, Mexico
The state of Guanajuato has two great cities to visit, San Miguel De Allende and Guanajuato (the capital city of Guanajuato). Many of the city’s highways are partially or fully underground as Guanajuato is located in a narrow valley surrounded by tree lined hills. Most of the cobblestone streets are so narrow that cars cannot pass through […]