@steveh2112
American expat in Thailand
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Registration: 19 September 2017
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morelia by Thecolorguy
Someone was telling me that Morelia is a very nice city with a pleasant climate. Can anyone fill me in on living there?
I was in Morelia yesterday and its a nice city, but in terms of look and feel, Guanajuato and SMA are far nicer. And they are all really cold at night as is Mex city where I am now. I have felt totally safe walking around at night in every place ... Read More
using US ATM cards in supermarkets, cash back? by steveh2112
hi, can i use my US ATM cards in supermarkets and cash back with no fee like i do in the states? thanks.
In my experience, supermarkets will not give cash back on US debit cards. But if you've got a debit card with a Mexican bank, there's no problem.i'm guessing opening a mexican bank account is not easy if you are just visiting and no ... Read More
Exploratory trip January 2018 - Mérida-Cancun-PDC-Akumal by Jan2017
We plan to travel down mid-January 2018 to compare these areas to decide where we will settle initially. For the exploratory trip we think hotels that are not on the beach would be cheaper and make more sense, but we aren’t sure of the best ...
yes, i'll all booked from mexicali to playa del carmen, jan-feb. i'm not booking anyplace on the way back yet, do that after i've got to know the place better the other thing i like about staying airbnb is i can use the kitchen. eating ... Read More
Traffic in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Which city or area do you live in in Thailand, 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 ...
Phuket traffic sucks and the further south you go, the more it sucks. if you want to go somewhere, ride a bike Read More
Exploratory trip January 2018 - Mérida-Cancun-PDC-Akumal by Jan2017
We plan to travel down mid-January 2018 to compare these areas to decide where we will settle initially. For the exploratory trip we think hotels that are not on the beach would be cheaper and make more sense, but we aren’t sure of the best ...
why bother with hotels, i'm all booked with airbnb, a fraction of the price and i get to meet the locals and find out what the place is really like, from the natives Read More
using US ATM cards in supermarkets, cash back?
hi, can i use my US ATM cards in supermarkets and cash back with no fee like i do in the states? thanks. Read More
driving around mexico, where to stay if you don't have a booking by steveh2112
i'm planning a big motorcycle tour of mexico starting January and i will book some airbnbs but i don't want to book too far ahead because i want to keep my travel plans open. if you just show up in a random town or city, can you find a ...
thanks mexicogc, that's really good info. i was thinking about bringing a tent too just in case but never though i could camp outside a hotel, good idea. nice list of places to visit too, i need to start compiling a list of places to go in ... Read More
driving around mexico, where to stay if you don't have a booking by steveh2112
i'm planning a big motorcycle tour of mexico starting January and i will book some airbnbs but i don't want to book too far ahead because i want to keep my travel plans open. if you just show up in a random town or city, can you find a ...
thanks, yes i'm delaying my trip until after the holidays, i figure end of dec going to booked or expensive. and i guess i need to speak better spanish than i do now but i'm working on that Read More
driving around mexico, where to stay if you don't have a booking
i'm planning a big motorcycle tour of mexico starting January and i will book some airbnbs but i don't want to book too far ahead because i want to keep my travel plans open. if you just show up in a random town or city, can you find a ... Read More
Homesteading/rural living outside of San Miguel De Allende? by kris-bliss
Hi all, my family (me, hubs, 2 small kids) WERE planning on buying land in the high desert of Arizona, building a straw bale home, and starting a permaculture garden. Once that is set up nicely, we planned on travelling for a few months out of the ...
kris-bliss so you are in Irvine too?, small world. I am renovating my friends place near Irvine, Silverado Canyon. he has a lot of land as I mentioned but the house is little more than a shack. i'm converting it to a real 2 bed house. the ... Read More
Homesteading/rural living outside of San Miguel De Allende? by kris-bliss
Hi all, my family (me, hubs, 2 small kids) WERE planning on buying land in the high desert of Arizona, building a straw bale home, and starting a permaculture garden. Once that is set up nicely, we planned on travelling for a few months out of the ...
yep, $160k is nuts, my friend has 4 acres and a house he bought that last year near Irvine O.C. for $250k. i guess you saw this http://sanmiguelrealestate.com/real-estate/for-sale/property/1888/sosnavar i guess you need to speak spanish, drive ... Read More
Homesteading/rural living outside of San Miguel De Allende? by kris-bliss
Hi all, my family (me, hubs, 2 small kids) WERE planning on buying land in the high desert of Arizona, building a straw bale home, and starting a permaculture garden. Once that is set up nicely, we planned on travelling for a few months out of the ...
no idea, i live in Thailand, I haven't moved to Mex yet. but i am going to try a new forum with more activity Read More
Homesteading/rural living outside of San Miguel De Allende? by kris-bliss
Hi all, my family (me, hubs, 2 small kids) WERE planning on buying land in the high desert of Arizona, building a straw bale home, and starting a permaculture garden. Once that is set up nicely, we planned on travelling for a few months out of the ...
there isn't much activity on this forum is there? Read More
Mexico public beaches by Itobys
Hello everyone! While I am torn between some inland places in Mexico and beach towns, since I love sun and love to swim in warm ocean waters, I wanted to ask this question. My only exposure to Mexico was going to Zihuatanejo this past June. ...
Bacalar look amazing, i'll put that on my tour list for sure, thanks Read More
Mexican country side by Itobys
I would like to move to a small village in Mexico where the air is fresh and no pollution. I want to grow my food and have a slow peaceful life. I am not a big fan of museums or things like that. Just want some greenery and peace. What would be the ...
Thank you so much! This video is exactly how I want to live.yep, it sounds idyllic. i've become a big fan of a low footprint lifestyle, too many years of buying stuff just to break the boredom. my only concern i think, is growing stuff to eat ... Read More