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Progreso Excursion with Family
My niece Natasha, nephew Sean and me enjoying our Margaritas and Pina Coladas. The restaurant brings you free appetizers when you order drinks. You can get full just on the appetizers. Fresh Grouper- Caught the same day and cooked up fresh. Yummy! Priceless expression on Natasha’s face. She did enjoy eating the fish My […]
Restoring and Remodeling Colonial Buildings in Merida
A recent study by two Mexican architects came to the conclusion that Mérida is a perfect place to invest in old colonial buildings and that investors are beginning to see the value in Mérida’s downtown area. “Purchase and remodel a colonial in a rundown (but not out!) neighborhood and you will not only raise the […]
The Costa Maya and Chetumal
The Costa Maya & Chetumal If you are looking to invest in the Caribbean, but have found that the prices around Cancun and the Riviera Maya have gotten way out your price range, you may want to take a look a little father south on the Mexican coast to an area called the Costa Maya […]
Retiring in the Yucatan
Retiring in the Yucatan White sandy beaches, rich culture and caring vibrant people have elevated Mexico into one of the top tourist destinations in the world. Known equally as a spring break mecca for college students and as an charming paradise to retreat and relax, foreigners are beginning to see the appeal and choosing Mexico […]
Voyage to the Yucatan part 1
Voyage to the Yucatan – Part I My family has always been an adventurous bunch and as a child we had taken the long driving trip from the State of California to Lima, Peru (South America). So needless to say the 8 driving trips my husband and I have taken from Texas to Cancun, Mexico […]
The Emerald Coast and Merida
The Emerald Coast is one of my favorite places to relax, take in the warm weather and friendly Mexican atmosphere. Who can resist the cool white powder sand, the tranquil beaches, the tropical vegetation and its warm waters which are so inviting? Not me, that’s for sure. Seafood and authentic Mexican Restaurants abound throughout this […]
Three Kings Day
Three Kings Day in Mexico After Christmas and the New Year’s Day celebrations are over, Mexican families still have a very special date to commemorate and enjoy. On January 6, most of the Hispanic world celebrates El Dia De los Tres Reyes Magos (Three Kings Day), the Epiphany. The three Wise Men (Magi) are: Melchor, […]
A Day in the Life at Sunset Beach
I cannot complain. Life is good. We are so fortunate to have good friends, and even more fortunate to have ones that own a home on the beach, Sunset Beach that is. A couple of weeks ago we were able to spend our first night ever on Sunset Beach with our friends Vincent and […]
Affordable Healthcare in Mexico
Nowadays you cannot go anywhere without hearing someone talk about the healthcare issue. With this debate fired up in the United States, the option for Americans seeking healthcare in Mexico is making the news again. On August 14, 2009, Reuters News Service wrote an article about the experiences of retired police officer Bob Ritz. […]