Jim Cook
@cookj5
American expat in Mexico
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About me
American
Lives in Ajijic, Jalisco State
Speaks English, limited Spanish
Registration: 25 May 2008
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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.
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
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 ...
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
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. ...
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
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. ...
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
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 ...
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
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 ...
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