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Jim Cook

@cookj5

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American expat in Mexico

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American

Lives in Ajijic, Jalisco State

Speaks English, limited Spanish

Registration: 25 May 2008

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Jim Cook
cookj5 replied to a thread
14 years ago
coadyp

Jalisco/Yucatan by coadyp

Really want to move to Mexico in the next few years. have not decided on location, although I have been to Jalicsco and love it. it all depends on the financial piece. But am interested in developing real relationships with locals and expats alike.

Jim Cook

I live in Ajijic on Lake Chapala, about 30 miles south of Guadalajara. Lots of expats (American, Canadian, European, some Asian) and a huge artistic community including both expats and Mexicans. A near perfect climate, year-round. Check it out on my ... Read More

Jim Cook
cookj5 replied to a thread
14 years ago
lizzardboots

Oregon USA lady-expat or dreamer w/link to Puerta Vallarta Mex? by lizzardboots

living in Portland OR. USA. Have lived in NYC and some in Europe. Mature but youthful lady in late 50s. Seeking some like minded persons, considering or dreaming of a move to Mexico within a year or two!! Puerto Vallarta is the apple in my eye ...

Jim Cook

living in Portland OR. USA. Have lived in NYC and some in Europe. Mature but youthful lady in late 50s. Seeking some like minded persons, considering or dreaming of a move to Mexico within a year or two!! Puerto Vallarta is the apple in my eye ... Read More

Jim Cook
cookj5 replied to a thread
14 years ago
adrianikon616

San Miguel de Allende or Merida??? by adrianikon616

Hello and thanks for answering my question. I want to make the move to Mexico very soon. I have been there a ton and now ready to make it my full-time home! I have been to San Miguel de Allende many times and I am thinking of moving there. ...

Jim Cook

Thanks for much for the info! I am in my mid 30's and I am currently a consultant here in the US. I am going to keep my job and just work remotely from Mexico as my location does not matter. Been to SMA many times and I do like it, but it is ... Read More

Jim Cook
cookj5 replied to a thread
14 years ago
adrianikon616

San Miguel de Allende or Merida??? by adrianikon616

Hello and thanks for answering my question. I want to make the move to Mexico very soon. I have been there a ton and now ready to make it my full-time home! I have been to San Miguel de Allende many times and I am thinking of moving there. ...

Jim Cook

Hello and thanks for answering my question. I want to make the move to Mexico very soon. I have been there a ton and now ready to make it my full-time home! I have been to San Miguel de Allende many times and I am thinking of moving there. ... Read More

Jim Cook
cookj5 replied to a thread
15 years ago
Heuso

Lake Chapala - Hi I am new to the forum by Heuso

Hi, I have just joined the forum today. I am doing a Masters in International studies at the University of Technology, Sydney and next year will be doing a 6 month in-country study based at the Universidad de Guadalajara. I would really like to ...

Jim Cook

Ladybug18- I agree somewhat with mjplatt, who advised you not to rush into anything and to come down first to check things out. My wife and I have lived in Ajijic on Lake Chapala for 2 years, and love it. Guadalajara is still a long way away and ... Read More

Jim Cook
cookj5 replied to a thread
16 years ago
expat.com

How to make friends in Mexico by expat.com

We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Mexico :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Mexico?? Thanks in ...

Jim Cook

Depends upon whether you are interested in meeting Mexicans or Gringos. Best way to meet Mexicans is to study Spanish so that you can communicate, and then use it at every opportunity. Mexicans are very forgiving of our mistakes and pleased when ... Read More