The Best Cafes of San Miguel de Allende
The Best Cafes of San Miguel de Allende. Updated in April 2025 with a couple of new Cafes added (including a new favorite). Coffee shops come and go in San Miguel de Allende and what might be …
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10 things to Do in San Miguel de Allende
What to do in San Miguel de Allende. I was sitting at at a restaurant having Margaritas with my new friend Glenn, when the two women at the table next to us turned to us. “We just arrived in San …
Impressions of Ajijic (Mexico)
Impressions of Ajijic. Ajijic was not what I expected. I didn’t expect Ajijic to be so small. It surprised me. You always hear about Ajijic, it’s one of the most popular expat locations in Mexico. You …
The “Tipping Protocol” in Mexico
The “Tipping Protocol” in Mexico. How much to tip in Mexico? And who to tip? As a foreigner visiting Mexico you should know the “tipping protocol” so that you don’t overpay (foreigners often overpay) …
A Guide to Bus Travel in Mexico
A Guide to Bus Travel in Mexico. Bus travel in Mexico is great, it’s the best I’ve seen anywhere and better than anything you’ll find in the United States or Canada. I’ve travelled to Mexico every …
The Pros and Cons of living in San Miguel de Allende
The Pros and Cons of living in San Miguel de Allende. A good friend has lived in San Miguel de Allende for 10 years now. But Cindy’s gotten restless and a bit unhappy in SMA and has talked of moving …
Not embarrassed to admit that I really like San Miguel de Allende
Not embarrassed to admit that I really like San Miguel de Allende. The popular thing these days is to diss on San Miguel de Allende. This is now my 10th time going to SMA (my mother lives there) and I …
What to See in Morelia (Mexico)
What to see in Morelia. I came to Morelia 10 years ago and didn’t have a high opinion of the city. It felt dirty, there was a lack of green spaces. Food was bad. And it was cloudy and it drizzled the …
Moving to Mérida (and the scams to watch out for)
Moving to Mérida (and the scams to watch out for). Mérida is a popular place for people moving to Mexico. But do you know that 50% of expats return to their country within the first 5 years of living …