6 Reasons I Can’t Leave San Cris… Revealing my reasons for choosing to live in San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas, Mexico. Yes, there can be a lot of conflicts here, but ultimately… it’s where I need to be right now. It wasn’t an easy decision, especially when thinking of some of the more raw…
I still get shocked when I think about how much my rent costs now, compared to the US… My ENTIRE MONTH BUDGET in Mexico, equals the cost of just my rent in the US… It’s honestly mind-blowing! So we’re going to be looking at 10 homes (plus a bonus), in Merida Mexico, all under $500…
So THIS is the neighborhood and the house that is making me seriously consider returning to Merida Mexico! It’s a relatively quiet neighborhood, with all the amenities I could want! Distinctly more affordable than Monte de Ames, as well! Right next to the popular Altabrisa neighborhood that I LOVE, Colonia Maya keeps the prices low,…
Taking some time to do a pro/con list of whether we should move back to Merida, or stay here in San Cristobal de las Casas… This video discusses all of my pros, all of my reasons to move back to Merida – starting with the most obvious: SAFETY! I absolutely took for granted what it…
Spending time in Merida once again made me seriously consider moving back! So of course, I had to ask Barbara Blanco from Merida Moves to give me a tour of some possible homes! First stop: Montes de Amé Buyán Condominiums… and I’m a sucker for Condo Living! Located in the North East of Merida, Mexico,…
Four Year Temporary Residents… and Never Showed Proof of Income, Never Left Mexico… Easiest Residency Method (sort of)…
There’s a Mexican neighborhood in the state of Chiapas where police and interference by outsiders are strictly forbidden. They handle all disputes (and even things like fixing their roads) on their own without the city’s help. I know some people who live in this unique little neighborhood in San Cristobal, Chiapas and they love it…
Even though my son doesn’t speak hardly any Spanish… he’s tired of homeschooling and in the mood to go back to school again! So in this video, I go over what I learned while touring four private schools in San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas, Mexico! So let’s talk about the costs, admission, and validating…
Just a little behind-the-scenes into a working day here in San Cristobal de las Casas, Mexico. Helping a friend with her Airbnb, researching YouTube video ideas, and just observing the crazy world around me. My Day in the life…
So many differences between living in the US and living here in Mexico! Today I’m going to highlight three (with a bonus!) major differences between the homes! Cisterna and Tinaco for water storageCisterna and Tinaco Fun (and not-so-fun) FactsHeating your water for warm showersPipa (the last resort for getting water) Propane Gas in MexicoNo outside…