@Ian Huntington
American expat in Mexico
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About me
American, Married
Lives in La Mision de San Miguel
Speaks Spanish, English
Registration: 04 October 2016
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The best age to move to Mexico by Cheryl
Hello everybody, No two people experience expatriation in Mexico in the same way, depending on their age and personal situation. We would like to know more about you and ask you to share with us when you decided to move to Mexico. How old were ...
For most of us, I think the best age to move to Mexico is at whatever age you can afford to buy a home for yourself in the country and have sufficient income. I know many expats who rent and that can work too but for much greater financial ... Read More
The driving force of your expatriation in Mexico by Diksha
Hello everybody, Moving abroad, to a destination such as Mexico, is often the result of careful consideration. It is a major life decision and one that should not be taken lightly as the implications are so diverse. We would like to know what ...
Mexico had always been my primary vacation destination, so much so, that I eventually bought a vacation home in the country which served as my travel hub for exploring more of Latin America. During the economic downturn, in 2009, I divorced. This ... Read More
What are you missing in Mexico? by Diksha
Hi everyone, Living in Mexico, on the long or short run, it is completely normal to feel homesick sometimes. We would like to know what you are missing the most about your home country in Mexico. Do you miss any aspects of your home culture? ...
Little Warrior, I have a place in Ensenada, actually a small village on the northern edge of Ensenada. You asked about Ensenada so I offer my opinion. While no place is perfect, Ensenada has a lot of things going for it. Here are a few that pop ... Read More
What are you missing in Mexico? by Diksha
Hi everyone, Living in Mexico, on the long or short run, it is completely normal to feel homesick sometimes. We would like to know what you are missing the most about your home country in Mexico. Do you miss any aspects of your home culture? ...
Lol! You think that’s bad?! I miss Mexican food! I am from Texas/Florida, and I guess I got used to that Mexican style?! The flowers tortillas are all made with wheat/trigo down here in Cancun! Ugh! My husband and I actually found real ... Read More
What are you missing in Mexico? by Diksha
Hi everyone, Living in Mexico, on the long or short run, it is completely normal to feel homesick sometimes. We would like to know what you are missing the most about your home country in Mexico. Do you miss any aspects of your home culture? ...
I am laughing but you’re right! Mexicans here don’t know how to make good Mexican food like we do back home. LOL! Read More
What are you missing in Mexico? by Diksha
Hi everyone, Living in Mexico, on the long or short run, it is completely normal to feel homesick sometimes. We would like to know what you are missing the most about your home country in Mexico. Do you miss any aspects of your home culture? ...
To answer this forum’s question from a balanced perspective I must first state that I am happy living here full time in Mexico for the last four years. Retiring and moving to a developing but still largely wild area in Quintana Roo from ... Read More
How to be happy as an expat in Mexico by Cheryl
Hi everyone, Being happy is surely our common goal, whether we are living in Mexico as an expat or somewhere else. We would love to know your tips and tricks to be fully fulfilled and happy as an expat in your host country. New environment ...
Happiness is a state of mind that comes from some place within us. If one expects that a change of external scenery will ultimately bring lasting happiness, that person will eventually be disappointed even if they relocate to a paradise. That ... Read More
The lessons of the crisis in Mexico by Loïc
Hello everyone, While there is still a certain amount of uncertainty in our lives, the situation seems to be beginning to change in Mexico and globally. We have had to show courage, tenacity and even ingenuity in many areas, in the way we work, ...
We live about 30 minutes outside Mahahual in Quintana Roo. The Pueblo of Mahahual was entirely shut down during the pandemic except for the small grocery stores, the hardware store and a limited amount of services. There is a security road block ... Read More
Following your life partner in Mexico by Loïc
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 ...
Following our spouses to Mexico I have had a small but very pleasant beach house in La Misión de San Miguel, Baja Norte, for 20+ years. It was an escape from the desert heat of Palm Springs, California. My husband and I married four years ... Read More
Divorcing in Mexico by Diksha
Hello everyone, Reaching the decision to seek divorce can be hard. Filing the papers as an expat in Mexico can be as taxing since a good grasp of legislations is needed and the process can prove to be tedious. Where and how do you apply for a ...
Divorce can be a horrible experience in any country. My unwanted divorce was emotionally and financially devastating leading to severe emotional depression and eventual bankruptcy. 10 years later, I am again living a comfortable, a reasonably ... 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 ...
Ensenada in Baja Norte is an intelligent choice for Americans especially if you value going to el otro lado, the US side of the border on occasion. Real Estate prices are good. In fact, the cost of almost everything is lower. The weather is about ... 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 ...
Budget is an important consideration but not everything. We live off my modest social security and a small pension and live comfortably here in Mexico but a sense of adventure was an equally important motivation for moving to Mexico. As to where ... Read More
Crime in Rosarito, Baja by paullad
Trying to get the straight scoop on crime there. Of course real estate agents are going to downplay it. Does anyone have any insight? Thanks.
I have had a home just south of Rosarito for 18 years. Yes, as I read the news feeds, there is more crime in Rosarito than I would like to report. It’s proximity to Tijuana is probably a considerable factor. One a personal level, I feel ... Read More
The pet culture in Mexico by Priscilla
Hey everyone, Pets are an integral part of a lot of families. So much so that they would never consider moving abroad without them. Before doing so, it would be important to know the pet culture in Mexico just to make sure that their little ...
In England, Canada and the US, dogs are generally treated as part of the family. In Mexico that can be true as well but it will frequently depend on the financial and sophistication level of the owners. There are a lot of dogs in Mexico, in fact, ... Read More
Traffic in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Which city or area do you live in in Mexico, and how do you find the traffic? How long does it take to commute to work or run errands? Is there a rush hour in your city? What times of the day would you recommend people to ...
Living in the small pueblo de La Misión de San Miguel, BCN, there is constant traffic. Like the United States, business is spaced with the assumption that customers will be driving. Even so, there are no rush hours and only briefly ethereal ... Read More