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Lives in San Diego

Registration: 24 September 2015

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8 years ago
theob01

San Miguel de Allende by theob01

Would like lots of info on this city.

j masq

It is about 15-20 walking minutes to EL Centro. It is an upstairs duplex, a large 1 bedroom furnished with large balcony and views of city and mountains. Comes with all utilities including cable and wi fi for $550 mon. And it includes a washer ... Read More

j masq replied to a thread
8 years ago
theob01

San Miguel de Allende by theob01

Would like lots of info on this city.

j masq

I moved here 3 weeks ago after checking it out for two weeks in November and doing research. I like it so far. I already have an apartment which I move into on Apr. 1st. Most of the info that can be read online or in books holds true. It can be a ... Read More

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8 years ago
Priscilla

Tips and advice to thrive in Mexico by Priscilla

Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to Mexico? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...

j masq

Thank you. It got a lot of good reviews. Read More

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8 years ago
Priscilla

Tips and advice to thrive in Mexico by Priscilla

Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to Mexico? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...

j masq

I just moved to SMA. There are so many language schools. Does anyone have an opinion as to which school might be better? I was a little shocked at the prices so I want to make the best choice. Thanks, Judy Read More

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8 years ago
Christine

Essentials to live in Mexico by Christine

Hi, As an expat living in Mexico, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Mexico? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...

j masq

Melanie in Mexico - is that $3,600 USD or pesos for a year for insurance? I just arrived in SMA today and I want to be clear on this subject. Thanks Read More

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8 years ago
rubytue60

Traveling in Mexico. Need inexpensive phone plan to call U.S.A. by rubytue60

My U.S. A. phone carrier (Assurance wireless) does not provide out-of-country service. I will need to purchase a new plan while I am traveling in Mexico. Should I buy a limited minutes phone? Use the phone I have and change SIM card? Buy ...

j masq

I am moving to San Miguel de Allende next week. I was concerned about about the phone. But AT&T recently has free calling and texting to the US from Mexico and 1 Gb for internet. I used it in November when I was there. They would not unlock my ... Read More

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9 years ago
j masq

How to get mail by j masq

I am moving to San Miguel de Allende in Feb. I need some advice on how to get my mail. I have read about getting a box near the border and than hiring a service to pick it up. Would the nearest town be Brownsville? And does anyone know the name of a ...

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I will. Thanks Read More

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9 years ago
j masq

How to get mail by j masq

I am moving to San Miguel de Allende in Feb. I need some advice on how to get my mail. I have read about getting a box near the border and than hiring a service to pick it up. Would the nearest town be Brownsville? And does anyone know the name of a ...

j masq

All the advice is really appreciated. I guess the best thing is to send as little mail as possible either way. Read More

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9 years ago
j masq

How to get mail by j masq

I am moving to San Miguel de Allende in Feb. I need some advice on how to get my mail. I have read about getting a box near the border and than hiring a service to pick it up. Would the nearest town be Brownsville? And does anyone know the name of a ...

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Thank you Read More

j masq replied to a thread
9 years ago
j masq

How to get mail by j masq

I am moving to San Miguel de Allende in Feb. I need some advice on how to get my mail. I have read about getting a box near the border and than hiring a service to pick it up. Would the nearest town be Brownsville? And does anyone know the name of a ...

j masq

Yikes! Thanks for info. Read More

j masq replied to a thread
9 years ago
j masq

How to get mail by j masq

I am moving to San Miguel de Allende in Feb. I need some advice on how to get my mail. I have read about getting a box near the border and than hiring a service to pick it up. Would the nearest town be Brownsville? And does anyone know the name of a ...

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Thank you. Read More

j masq replied to a thread
9 years ago
j masq

How to get mail by j masq

I am moving to San Miguel de Allende in Feb. I need some advice on how to get my mail. I have read about getting a box near the border and than hiring a service to pick it up. Would the nearest town be Brownsville? And does anyone know the name of a ...

j masq

Thank you. I really appreciate the help. Read More

j masq replied to a thread
9 years ago
j masq

How to get mail by j masq

I am moving to San Miguel de Allende in Feb. I need some advice on how to get my mail. I have read about getting a box near the border and than hiring a service to pick it up. Would the nearest town be Brownsville? And does anyone know the name of a ...

j masq

Thank you. I think mail has been the biggest hurdle so far. Read More

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9 years ago

How to get mail

I am moving to San Miguel de Allende in Feb. I need some advice on how to get my mail. I have read about getting a box near the border and than hiring a service to pick it up. Would the nearest town be Brownsville? And does anyone know the name of a ... Read More

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9 years ago
j masq

Transportation from Leon by j masq

Hi I am visiting SMA Nov. 19th to check out different areas before moving there by beginning of next year. Landing in BJX at 8:10 PM. Does anyone know of transportation at that time of night or should I spend night in a hotel and get ride in the ...

j masq

Thank you and you are right. I'll find a hotel for the night and enjoy scenery next day. Read More