Retiring in Mexico: Lake Chapala, Mexico

Looking to enjoy 300 plus days between 70 and 85 degrees a year? Half an hour to an international airport? A large expat community where you can feel at home and speak English at ease? When it comes to Mexico retirement communities, there are few as nice as Laka Chapala, Mexico. It's a place that offers all the best to its citizens and expats. Click on the link for a sincere account of what to know before moving to Mexico, from a Canadian expat turned real estate agent living in the area.

Update: Changes in Mexican Migratory Law

Today I found a very important piece of information for those expats and retirees that live abroad in Mexico. Recently, changes were made in the Mexican immigration law...
As the article states, "The new classification of Temporary Resident is equivalent to the old Inmigrante status, but will include some foreigners who previously fell into the category of No-Inmigrante and will exclude some foreigners who previously were classified as Inmigrante. The section of the law that follows explains, the figure of Temporary Resident ...Click here for the full breakdown of the new law by Solomon Freimuth, an American citizen resident in Mexico, who is currently pursuing a Law Degree and is part of the firm CHF Calderón & Asociados in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

New Tubohotel in Mexico: Chic and Comfortable Camping

This unique hotel, called Tubohotel or "Tube Hotel" in English is an innovative hotel located in the middle of an orchard, in the village of Tepoztlán, Mexico. It's perfect for taking the family on a camping trip in style. With full amenities and a beautifully landscaped setting, it can make even the most skeptic ready to go camping.

"How and Why We Moved to Mexico"

If you're looking for an in-depth article with tons of great information on moving to Mexico, this is it. This article recounts the real-life experience of one couple that moved to Mexico and found happiness. But first, they did their homework. Take advantage of what they've learned and share with us, by reading this insightful, accurate blog post.

Mexico City "On the Move"

Check out this video on the improvements Mexico is making in transportation infrastructure in order to improve sustainability in one of the largest cities in the world.

Mexico: A Traveler's Literary Companion

Here is a wonderful literary companion that will delight anyone interested in reading about what Mexico really offers its visitors.

Mexico has long been the top travel destination for Americans, due to its beautiful beaches, warm weather, friendly people, interesting cultural and historic sites, affordability and convenient geographic location. "Mexico: A Traveler's Literary Companion" is a wonderful book that gives a complete scope of stories written by 'some of Mexico's finest contemporary writers of fiction and literary prose.' It's the first time that stories have been translated to English , so check it out and get your hands on this new, must-have travel companion.

Tip: Why not wait to read it in Mexico? You'd get a much richer view of what the book talks about.

El Iguana Azul in Sayulita, Mexico

Ever tried a shake named after Albert Einstein? Well, there's a first time for everything...Here, at El Iguana Azul, or The Blue Iguana, you can find lots of healthy snacks and meals, like this veggie shake. Vegetarian guests in town? A picky daughter or son? Here is the best place to go for healthy foods that everyone will enjoy for an average price of 10 bucks a person. Read a full review of the restaurant here.