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Merida area (video)
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Ensenada (Video)
11 members
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Cabo San Lucas (Video)
15 members
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San Miguel de Allende ...
36 members
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Manzanillo (Video)
20 members
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Fantastic! Great to meet all of you.
Hopefully I haven't embarrassed myself too much on Yolisto, but then I imagine the blurbs of newbees cn be quite entertaining at times.If Wylee and Mateo are coming through on Sunday, please drop me an email or...
Hi
I am staying in Progresso - Merida area for about 6 weeks this year and about 4 months next. Does that qualify me for your group?
Have fun
Mike
For people who are interested in the area, planning to move there or already do.
Hola Michelle. Welcome to Ensenada! I haven't been there yet, but hope to be there soon.
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- Do you live in the Mexico, the US or Canada
- Canada
- What city and state
- St Jacobs
- Tell us about yourself, type of business, last employment
- Hola!
After a career in counselling and as a paralegal, I am a new English teacher looking for my firstpaid job in Mexico. I have taught as a volunteer in Canada. Looking forward to warm winters, relaxed lifestyle and perhaps learning how to dance.
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Comment Wall (7 comments)
- At 12:23pm on March 8, 2009,
Wylee said…
- Do you need a ride? If not we'll be in a bright yellow H3, easy to spot.
- At 12:19pm on March 8, 2009,
Wylee said…
- Hi Mike
We were up in the air until just now on the baseball game. Our sitter just called and she's going to show up so it looks like we're going.
- At 5:31pm on March 3, 2009,
J. C. Torres said… - Hi Mike, it's only 8 more days to your trip .. Am I right?
- At 8:40pm on November 19, 2008,
Terry said… - Hello Mike. San Miguel de Allende has various areas and various prices. In the "gringo" areas the prices can go very high... I know of one person who recently bought a fairly large lot for $750,000. I have bought in an area that is mostly Mexican families with a sprinkling of gringos. I only spent $40,000 on my lot which is approximately 300 square metres. There is a new development nearby called "Vista Antigua" which looks nice. You can look at this on line at http://www.coatesdolan.com/ There are lots of places being developed in the area.
I believe that San Miguel is considered on the expensive side of the interior areas of Mexico. This town has a rather large artistic community which I like a lot. The weather is the best I have ever experienced. This time of year can be cool at night but not horribly... rarely to 0. The days are still warm. I personally don't like hot and humid so it suits me fine. It gets quite warm in May but still nice sleeping weather.
Now dancing.... I am learning to salsa. There are quite a few places you can learn all kinds of dancing at. I attend free salsa dance lessons every Wednesday night in a bar called Mama Mia's and then we all go to a club with salsa music. A friend is learning tango which is a little more advanced than me... I also know another friend who teaches african dance. In the main park of the town (Parque Juarez) every Saturday morning there is a "Zumba" class which is aerobics to a latin beat. For 20 pesos you can join the other 200 or more people who are all smiling and having a wonderful time. Sundays it is in the main square.
Try it. A lot of people, myself included, find this town somewhat magical. I loved it the moment I set foot in it 13 years ago and I miss it terribly when I am not there.
Keep in touch. Good luck.
- At 6:12pm on November 19, 2008,
Brenda said… - Hi Mike. We are in the Sonoran Desert here right on the coast of the Sea of Cortez/Gulf of California. In the summer months (July, August, September) there are some days that when you add in the humidity to the heat the "feels like" temperature is around 42 C.. The humidity is a big factor here in the summer.
In the winter we go down to about 10 C. and highs of around 24C. in January. Right now the highs are around 28-30 C. and the lows are around 19 or so. This is not a temperate climate. It might be a good idea for you to look more inland as anywhere on the coast usually has a hot/humid summer. I have heard that around Lake Chapala area they say the weather is like a permanent spring. Personally I would freeze there right now lol. Hard to find a perfect climate. As you get more inland and get higher in elevation the winters get quite cold, remember that houses here have no heating devices in them other than the odd fireplace and then you will have to buy wood from somewhere. Might be some ESL positions available in Guadaljara (sp?) as it is a big university city; but remember it is also the second biggest city in Mexico next to Mexico City. San Miguel de Allende has more temperate weather but it gets pretty chilly there in the winter also. Both Lake Chapala area and San Miguel also have lots of expats from the USA and Canada. Happy hunting.
- At 5:35pm on November 19, 2008,
Brenda said…
- Nasty weather; but guess it will only get worse for a few months. It is nice here now the horrible heat has disipated and it is lovely now.
Good luck with your job hunt.
- At 8:53pm on November 17, 2008,
Brenda said…
- Hi Mike, nice to see a fellow Canadian here. Try looking for a teaching job here: http://www.esljobs.com/mexico/teaching-jobs-mexico/
Brenda
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Carol, my bank told me to leave the account at zero and after a time they will just cancel it out is this true?
In Ajijijic there is an american guy who has a trucking company that does all that. Even from the states. I cant remember the name but if you know anyone in the chapala area youll find him. He also has a wine store. Both offices are on the major h...
Well, it’s no secret I hate most Mexican banks. For good reason, I might add. Today I’m having the less-than-pleasant experience of closing two accounts we’ve had since about 1990. With things being as they are I figure others will want to do the ...
There's a lot of talk about Health Care reform in the US & lower Medical costs in Mexico. We would like to hear from our Members on their experiences with Medical Care in Mexico. Recommend Doctors, Clinics & Hospitals if you wish.
Investigating how to transport my furnishings to Guadalajara?
Ship container across the ocean? Ship a container by truck?
Customs and cost?
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Are you looking for a Career in the International Real Estate Industry?
Have you ever dreamed of Working by the beach?
Are you considering or already planning to relocate to Mexico?
Are You Living in Mexico Now?
If you are looking to succeed...
Further to Doug's question about market activity, here are two answers from Brokers...
Manzanillo "Actually yes." ( When asked about any sign of market improvement.)
Vallarta " We have seen a recent upswing in sales and clients looking for prope...
AAA car insurance online offers a CELL phone for INTERNATIONAL that you can buy for the trip. Check it out online, i believe it is the phone with minutes that you purchase.
I never heard of the Amigo kit - is that new in Mexico? Hope I can purchase in Alamos. Does the Amigo kit include a phone?
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