MND_MEXICO LIVING
What’s the deal with retornables?
It turns out you can get some of your money back from the stores if you return your bottles - why did nobody ever mention it before?
The kids really are alright
It takes a village, so it's lucky Mexican society is so child-focused.
What’s polluting Mexico’s groundwater?
The county's drinking water supply is rife with contaminants which affect the health of millions, with little prospect of easy treatment.
What you (probably) can and can’t do in a rental
You can get away with a lot in a Mexican rental, but there's some pitfalls to look out for as well, explains Sarah DeVries.
What’s on in Guadalajara and Lake Chapala in November?
Calling all ravers, walkers, art lovers and tequila lovers - Jalisco has something for you all this month.
My American Dream is in Mexico: Jenny & Kevin
The social media stars left Chicago in search of their heritage - what they found was so much more than they ever imagined.
The songs that all Mexicans magically know
They're catchy and intensely Mexican, which is probably why everyone you meet will know them all by heart.
Renting an Apartment in Mexico: Making it smooth with the Spanish you need
Planning on moving to Mexico? Thinking of changing your environment and starting the next chapter...
What is an appropriate Christmas gift in Mexico?
Chocolates? Tequila? Candy? An entire bag of precious jewels? Sarah DeVries has the low down on how (and when) to give the right gifts in Mexico.
Beauty is in the blue eye of the beholder
Casual racism in Mexico comes in many different forms, but it's most obvious when it comes to dating.
Mexican slang 101: Chingar
This is maybe the most versatile word in Mexico - and one of the rudest! Here's how you use it.
Therapy talk: Jenna on embracing sexuality at 63 and beyond!
There's no time like the present to enjoy yourself and find new ways to live your best life, says therapy professional Jenna Mayhew.
Exact change welcome, often required
Anyone who leaves their wallet at home is in for a very bad time in a country where cash is everything.
My American Dream is in Mexico: Rocio
One Mexican-born American found freedom and the opportunity to suceed in the very place she first started out.
The digital nomad blues and a tale of remote work caution
Is trouble brewing in paradise for this digital nomad? Maybe.
Therapy talk: Jenna on how to fit into your new Mexican school
Crossing borders and cultures can be as challenging for children as for adults - so how can they fit in with their new friends?
