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Dec 23, 2021
Guide to the History of Puerto Vallarta - Part III
The history of Puerto Vallarta is a rather unique one when compared to other resort beach towns in Mexico. Due to its geographical location where a river meets a bay, Puerto Vallarta was a successful trading village long before the arrival of the movie stars. Part III of this guide to Puerto Vallarta covers the history of Puerto Vallarta, so that you can better understand this wonderful city.
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Dec 20, 2021
Three Kings Day
If you’ve lived in Mexico as an expat or traveled through Mexico during the holiday season, then you’ve likely realized that their Christmas celebration is very different from back home. That’s because Christmas in Mexico isn’t about giving gifts. Giving presents takes place on Three Kings Day in Mexico.
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Dec 13, 2021
Guide to Puerto Vallarta Part I
Puerto Vallarta is unlike any other city in Mexico. I’ve been writing guides to Mexican cities for 4 years now, and Puerto Vallarta stands out among the most memorable Mexican cities. Whether you're an expat or nomad—or even a Mexican national—there's something for everyone in Puerto Vallarta.
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Dec 13, 2021
Fresh Bread in Mexico
When people think of the staples in Mexico, they often think of tortillas—flour tortillas, corn tortillas—but they rarely think of bread. Surprisingly, fresh bread is a huge part of Mexican cuisine. Mexicans tend to live off fresh bread. Many Mexicans eat it every day. They might pair it with a soup or broth, but the most common way of eating fresh bread in Mexico is as a torta. A type of Mexican sandwich, a torta is often filled with taco fillings, like *bistec* or pork al pastor.
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Dec 13, 2021
Puerto Vallarta Guide Part II
In this guide, you will learn about where to go to eat, drink, and mingle with locals in Puerto Vallarta. We’ll try and give a selection of different restaurants—sure to have one that will appeal to everyone. We’ll also add some bars with excellent atmospheres. Dive bars and chic bars, bars with live music, and quiet bars where you can have a conversation—it’s a great way to get to know the people of Puerto Vallarta.
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Nov 9, 2021
Do I Have to Disinfect Lettuce in Mexico?
If you’re new to Mexico, then you may have wondered, *Do I have to disinfect lettuce in Mexico?* Well, the answer is: usually—with only a few exceptions. In this article, we’ll cover why you need to disinfect your produce, which foods you need to disinfect, and how to disinfect your lettuce and other vegetables.
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Nov 3, 2021
Yes, Mexico Is Cracking Down on Visas.
Anyone who stays for 180 days, leaves, and then comes back for another extended period within the same year is obviously living in Mexico and *not* living in their native country. These people are now being flagged by agents and given short FMM permit periods. Some tourists will be denied entry altogether. They will be encouraged to return to their home countries where they can apply for residency.
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Nov 3, 2021
Day of the Dead in Mexico: Complete Guide to Día de Muertos (2025)
Day of the Dead is a Mexican holiday that celebrates the life of loved ones. You can find fantastic festivities of Dia de los Muertos in Tepoztlan. Learn more about the history, traditions, and culture of Day of the Dead in Tepoztlan, Mexico.
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Oct 14, 2021
U.S. Embassy Responds to Detained Residents in Mexico
For the last few months, we at Expat Insurance have been hearing increasing reports of tourists—and even temporal or permanent residents!—being detained for *months* while the status of their visa is confirmed. We recommend that you carry your FMM, Temporal, or Permanente Visa on you at all times, as well as a form of legal identification such as your passport. Though we haven’t heard many accounts of people being stopped in their own cities, it’s probably a good idea to at least carry around a copy of your documentation with you to avoid any issue.
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Sep 7, 2021
Nopal Cactus: Sustainable Food of the Future?
Do you like nopal cactus? Well, it might be the sustainable food of the future. Learn about how nopal cactus is helping people in arid areas grow enough food to feed themselves and their livestock. Also, discover a myriad of benefits growing nopal cactus has on other farm produce. Click here to learn more!
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Sep 7, 2021
San Mike or San Cris? – Differences between San Cristóbal and San Miguel
Have you ever been to San Cristóbal de las Casas or San Miguel de Allende? Have you ever heard anyone compare San Mike and San Cris? In this article, you will learn the differences between the colonial pueblos of San Cristóbal and San Miguel. Click here to discover which might be a better fit for your next vacation!
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Sep 7, 2021
Jalisco Approves Free Breast Reconstruction for Breast Cancer Survivors
In a landmark initiative, the Mexican state of Jalisco has approved free breast reconstruction for breast cancer survivors. In this article, you will learn about breast reconstruction surgery in Mexico, what is being covered, and why this is so necessary to women after breast cancer. Click here to learn more!
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