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@janalea

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American looking for information about Mexico

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American

Lives in Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo

Speaks English

Registration: 26 June 2017

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janalea replied to a thread
5 years ago
Barbilou

Emergency medical care in Mexico by Barbilou

We live fulltime in Kino Bay, travel frequently to Tucson for our medical care at the VA there. Here is my account of our recent experience with emergency medical care and surgery in Mexico. Link to Barbilou's Blog

janalea

I would love to know what plan you are on that is so cheap? Read More

janalea replied to a thread
5 years ago
ddfleming

Biggest Challenge in Moving to Mexico by ddfleming

Looking for some feedback: What was your biggest challenge in the process of relocating/moving to Mexico? How did you solve it? What worked/didn't work? Please comment on this thread or private message me if you don't want to post a public ...

janalea

thanks for the useful tips. We already had heard do not drive at night. Any ideas on how to tell if a hotel will take dogs? Read More

janalea replied to a thread
5 years ago
ddfleming

Biggest Challenge in Moving to Mexico by ddfleming

Looking for some feedback: What was your biggest challenge in the process of relocating/moving to Mexico? How did you solve it? What worked/didn't work? Please comment on this thread or private message me if you don't want to post a public ...

janalea

We have not got there yet but working on it. Would love suggestions, ideas. So far my biggest worry is getting my larger dog and cat there but I sure there is more Read More

janalea replied to a thread
5 years ago
kimberaw

Flying to Mexico with Two Cats: Advice Needed by kimberaw

Hello expat community! I am considering a short-term (with potential for long-term) move to Mexico from San Diego, CA. I have friends in Huatulco, Oaxaca, so my original plan was to go there for a year and see how I like it -- especially as a single ...

janalea

wow! Great to hear your advice and that you have transported lots of animals. I have been worried about my 1 bigish dog and 1cat. Think we will try the cat by plane, he is a very mellow guy. The dog we would like to fly but he looks like a pitt ... Read More

janalea replied to a thread
5 years ago
Barbilou

Emergency medical care in Mexico by Barbilou

We live fulltime in Kino Bay, travel frequently to Tucson for our medical care at the VA there. Here is my account of our recent experience with emergency medical care and surgery in Mexico. Link to Barbilou's Blog

janalea

Thanks for the great entertaining and useful info! Read More

janalea replied to a thread
5 years ago
Chilangolite

Visa permanente/temporal question by Chilangolite

For those of you that went the visa permanente/temporal route. when you applied for either one of them do they determine which one you qualify for or do you have to pick one apply and if you do not qualify then re-apply for a different one? Thanks ...

janalea

It is based on a certain percentage of the avg wages in Mexico. Not sure what it is this year. The consulate can make a difference. Checkout the Ex Pat blog 2 expats mexico or something like that-he has great easy to understand blogs you can ... Read More

janalea replied to a thread
6 years ago
GuestPoster7890

Dog Transport from United States to San Miguel de Allende by GuestPoster7890

I will be moving to San Miguel de Allende and need to get my dog there. I believe he is too big for the airlines to allow in the cabin and due to his breed (Boxer) he is not allowed to be shipped in Cargo. With that said, are there any ...

janalea

Yes please keep me updated! I am looking at the same but my dog, with regular nose, is 55#. Why isn't there an airline that would let them be passengers! Read More

janalea replied to a thread
6 years ago
Marat2017

a new member looking for recommendations by Marat2017

Hola. My name is Marat and I am new to this forum. Currently, I live in Vancouver, Canada and I plan to relocate to Riviera Maya starting December 1. I work remotely online so would like to stay in Playa del Carmen for at least six months and ...

janalea

Hi I was on this forum earlier looking for ways to get my dog to MExico when we move this summer. I appreciate all the replies and help. Still working on it. But we are moving to a condo near Akumal. Spent a month in Tulum in summer of 2016. ... Read More

janalea replied to a thread
6 years ago
Kristinevz

Safety by Kristinevz

I’m planning to move to Mexico from the US. My family has a lot of concerns for me doing this due to the US posting travel advisories as not safe. I’m hoping someone currently living in the Cancun area can respond and help me build a ...

janalea

We have visited Mexico and plan to retire there next year. South of Play del Carmen. So far we have not had many problems. It is a different culture and generally a very poor one but the people seem very nice. Like you said many places in the US ... Read More

janalea replied to a thread
6 years ago
pbozz

Medical insurance by pbozz

I was wondering if anyone has dropped their u.s. medigap insurance and if so did u get insurance in mexico?

janalea

thanks for all the helpful info Read More

janalea replied to a thread
6 years ago
pbozz

Medical insurance by pbozz

I was wondering if anyone has dropped their u.s. medigap insurance and if so did u get insurance in mexico?

janalea

thanks for the info. if I may ask who do you have your Mexican insurance with? I would like some idea of what it would cost. Another possible problem is I just turned 65. Read More

janalea replied to a thread
6 years ago
pbozz

Medical insurance by pbozz

I was wondering if anyone has dropped their u.s. medigap insurance and if so did u get insurance in mexico?

janalea

Good question! I have a question. We are about to retire to Mexico and I have just started medicare. But should I get all the extra parts or none at all. Obviously I can't use it in Mexico...?? Would love suggestions or ideas on health ... Read More

janalea replied to a thread
6 years ago
Guest8925

How do I get my pitbulls into México? by Guest8925

Does anyone have an idea of how to get pitbulls into México (other than driving them in)? Every airline I’ve looked at won’t allow them. I thought maybe someone on here has been through this before and might have some tips. ...

janalea

I plan on taking my dog to Mexico (not pitbull altho they area great) but too big to fly as I WILL NOT put any animal in the cargo on planes. Driving is about it. Read More

janalea replied to a thread
6 years ago
4theloveofsun

Real Estate in Mexico Is NOT Cheaper?? by 4theloveofsun

For those of you who own property please correct me if you think I'm looking at this in negative light, or not seeing the "big" picture when it comes to buying a home in Mexico. The cost of living in Mexico is much better, no question ...

janalea

we bought a very nice 2bd 2bath condo near Akumal. Had one owner and the furniture was included but did need a lot of replacing, updates etc. Still think it was a good deal and close to the ocean. Not on it but about 10 min away from nice ... Read More

janalea replied to a thread
6 years ago
janalea

games-cards, board, rpg.. by janalea

Hi looking to get an idea if any of you would be interested in or already do get together to play cards or board games ( not the Monopoly or Clue type) or even to do some RPG stuff? we won't be moving to the area for awhile but will need to ...

janalea

It is good to be "social" and interact with others aside from eating. We will be looking for others to join in fun times when we get there but sadly won't be for another year. Thanks for replying! Read More