grmafluffy
American looking for information about Mexico
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American
Lives in Puerto Pe帽asco, Estado de
Speaks English and Spanish
Registration: 22 March 2019
Expatriation to Mexico: border updates by Cheryl
Hello everyone, in Mexico as elsewhere, the current pandemic has changed our way of life but also our mobility, due to the state of borders of nearby countries or countries we wanted to visit. Today we would like to take stock of the current ...
Of course there are always rumors of what is going on at the border. I came to Mexico in Apr '19 and other than walking across the border in Lukeville, Arizona to check my P.O. Box I have stayed put pretty much. I live in Puerto Penasco, Sonora ... Read More
More information about Mexico by jaxcalvert
Hey everyone So I am South African and have been living in Thailand for the past 5 years Teaching English as a Second Language. I have finally had enough. I want to move to Mexico in October and would like some info from you guys, especially those ...
I`ve lived in Puerto Penasco, Sonora for just over a year. It is very safe and economically resonable. My husband and I pay 2,500 pesos (about $125 USD) monthly rent for a furnished two bedroom. Electric runs about $30 - $50 USD monthly and that`s ... Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in Mexico by Lo茂c
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts Mexico, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
Well, I'll share my two pesos from here in Puerto Pe帽asco, Sonora. First, beach closures are federal so as to them opening it depends on the government not the individual governors. Here we have been on lock down since March 15th, with it ... Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in Mexico by Lo茂c
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts Mexico, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
I've always said it's about time that a true alliance is formed that includes the most northern tip of Alaska, all of Canada, the USA, Mexico, Central America and South America to the most southern tip of Chile. All this overseas trade is ... Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in Mexico by Lo茂c
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts Mexico, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
You might want to read what an actual American patient had to say. https://www.mexinsurance.com/blog/experience-with-mexican-medical-care. Excellent article....thank you so much for sharing it. Read More
Following your life partner in Mexico by Lo茂c
Hi everyone, If love can move mountains, it also makes people move abroad, in countries such as Mexico. Following your life partner in a country with different customs and rules is an act of absolute trust and may require a period of ...
My case is a bit different because I have lived amongst the Spanish speaking community for the majority of my 58 years. I am also completely bi-lingual. My sweetheart and I have known each other for 28 years, dated off and on for those years and ... Read More
Medication in Mexico by Lo茂c
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like Mexico ...
Personally I love the natural alternatives here and home remedies. Just ask 5 people (women mostly) about a medical situation and normally you will get a common thread to follow. In the last year (the time I have been here) I have cured a life long ... Read More
How do you navigate your expat identity in Mexico?
I agree. A very good article. I love the idea of a "superpower" because it is so true. To be able to speak another language and, more importantly to "speak" another culture, is indeed seen like a superpower not only by the people ... Read More
Wife and I are considering our options for retirement by terriandralph
We are both 58, and are considering retiring. Currently between the both of us, our retirement checks per month total about $3000. We would sell our house to put a little aside for a rainy day fund and to eliminate any bills we are currently paying ...
My husband and I live in Puerto Penasco, Sonora. It is a growing fishing and tourist site about 45 miles from the Arizona border. It is very safe and laid back and extremely affordable. I receive just over $1000 disability per month. I have a small ... Read More
Organic products in Mexico by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As a consumer in Mexico, you may seek to maintain a healthy lifestyle by choosing mostly organic products. If you do favour such products, we would like to know more about your consumption habits. Is it easy to find organic ...
thank you. I stopped eating them for a week or so because I misplaced them and didnt find the time to go pick some more and I really did notice quite a difference in my energy levels. I also have gone off my high blood pressure medicine because my ... Read More
Expat interest in politics in Mexico by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As an expat, your day-to-day life in Mexico is impacted by decision-making at the political level in your host country as well as in your country of origin. We would like to know how involved you think expats should be in the ...
I always pay attention to world politics so I most certainly watch the ones that affect my life directly and that of my loved ones. I cant vote in Mexico yet but I do attend meetings of the political party of my choice (hint: the current president ... Read More
Organic products in Mexico by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As a consumer in Mexico, you may seek to maintain a healthy lifestyle by choosing mostly organic products. If you do favour such products, we would like to know more about your consumption habits. Is it easy to find organic ...
I do have some organic stuff growing in my yard like oregano and moringa,....I`m curious what you use the moringa for? How do you use it and in what amounts? There is a tree down the street from me and I started eating a seed each morning and Im not ... Read More
Horses, Beach, Safe, local area to reside in? by Xpatjon
Hi there! Wife and I have children (toddlers) and looking for a safe place to stay for a while (months), with potential to relocate permanently. We love horses & the beach. Looking for safe area to live in. Internet is a must as I work ...
A lot of people go south and seem to be afraid of the north and anything close to the border...I did too. But my husband, a native of Michoacan with no desire to relive there, found us Puerto Penasco, Sonora and it is full of expats, it's on ... Read More
Reading habits in Mexico by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Books can be your greatest companions whether you have already settled in Mexico or are now planning your move. Are you an avid or occasional reader? We would like to know more about your reading habits. What type of reading do ...
I am, and have always been, a voracious reader. There are some expats here in Puerto Penasco, Sonora that do a monthly newspaper and they have a good sized book selection to borrow from. I have really extended my reading subjects through that by ... Read More
Cheapest cities in Mexico by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Budget is an important consideration when moving to Mexico. Ideally, expats would settle down in a city in Mexico where the cost of living is low but where they could also enjoy a decent quality of life. Would you be able to give ...
JohnnyDanger....the name must fit! Lol. My sister in law that has lived up in El cerro by the antennas in Guadalajara for decades says it's getting real sketchy. She's afraid for the first time in her life and she's a national. Both her ... Read More
Sense of humour in Mexico by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Should we set out to explore Mexican聮s culture through its sense of humour? Indeed, if one is planning to settle in the country, it is best to understand the cultural codes governing humour in order to avoid any faux-pas. What ...
I have grown up among mexicans all my life having lived in California. I find the humor similar to England's Benny Hill...lol...lots of it physical and sexual. As in most things comical, anything more than that can quickly get lost in ... Read More
New to this forum
Welcome to the site! I moved to Puerto Penasco, Sonora in April and am enjoying it immensely! I've found this site to be very helpful, insightful and informative. I haven't been approached romantically once which I find extremely refreshing ... Read More
Best cities for retirement in Mexico by Bhavna
Hello everyone, An increasing amount of people want to spend their retirement abroad. Would you consider giving a few tips to those looking into Mexico for their retirement? What are the most attractive cities for retirees in Mexico? Why ...
I live in Puerto Penasco, Sonora. It's a growing tourist town that is still small. I've only been here since April but I like it so far. It seems to have quite the expat community(I read their local paper) but I live among the Mexicans so I ... Read More
Cheapest cities in Mexico by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Budget is an important consideration when moving to Mexico. Ideally, expats would settle down in a city in Mexico where the cost of living is low but where they could also enjoy a decent quality of life. Would you be able to give ...
I totally agree! I live among the people and have a small but sufficient 1 bedroom for 2100 pesos per mo. The lady next door makes homemade flour tortillas just about every weekend and sells them for 20 pesos for 10. I shop where they shop, buy my ... Read More
Puerto Penasco Sonora by grmafluffy
I just joined this forum and am moving to Puerto Penasco ASAP. I'm bi-lingual (from the people, not the classroom) and my old man is already down there. It is so hard to look for rentals from up here because all I find for the most part is ritzy ...
Thanks for all the help. Everything happened so fast I just ended up down here! When I said my old man I was using it in the old California hippee parlance as in my boyfriend. ..lol. we are here enjoying Puerto Penasco in a 1.5 bedroom 1 bath for ... Read More
Cheapest cities in Mexico by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Budget is an important consideration when moving to Mexico. Ideally, expats would settle down in a city in Mexico where the cost of living is low but where they could also enjoy a decent quality of life. Would you be able to give ...
A lot of people worry about Sonora because of Hermosillo and the border towns but Puerto Penasco is a wonderful coastal community, also referred to as Rocky Point, where tourists from Arizona and California come and expats are moving. The Mexicans ... Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
I'm living among the 'raza', no condos for me. I'm in Puerto Penasco an up and coming ex-pat tourist spot in Sonora on the sea of Cortez. I get $1000+/mo disability and just bought a 2003 Chevy Venture for $300 USD (it needs work but ... Read More
Puerto Penasco Sonora
I just joined this forum and am moving to Puerto Penasco ASAP. I'm bi-lingual (from the people, not the classroom) and my old man is already down there. It is so hard to look for rentals from up here because all I find for the most part is ritzy ... Read More