All Articles
Browsing page 32 of 35
Oct 2, 2018
Two Years in Rome: An Expat Interview with Kino Alyse
Kino Alyse is a very successful photographer who is based in Rome. She had been published by numerous agencies, among them National Geographic. WeExpats touched base with Kino Alyse to get her insights on living abroad and the traveling expat lifestyle. What is your full name? Kino Alyse. Where are you from?
Read Article →
Oct 2, 2018
How to Get a Mexican Passport if a Parent Is a Mexican Citizen
Recently, my father inserted me as a Mexican citizen, and I was issued a Mexican passport. This is a process that the parent must do, so I asked my dad to write a bit as to what steps he took to make me a citizen. Then I added the steps that I took.
Read Article →
Sep 29, 2018
Stop Arguing on Facebook and Vote: Tips for American Expats to Vote Abroad
The deadline to register to vote abroad is ending in a week, so we thought we would put together an article on a couple speedy ways to vote abroad. Regardless of your political beliefs, it’s important to make yourself heard—even if you’re living abroad. First of all, this New York Times Article.
Read Article →
Sep 26, 2018
El Grito in San Miguel de Allende: Four Amigos Celebrate Mexican Independence
In the small town of Dolores, Guanajuato, on the 16th of September, 1810, a Catholic priest named Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla rang his church bell urging his countrymen to rise up against Spanish control. This act triggered the Mexican War of Independence and it became known as the Grito de Dolores—often referred.
Read Article →
Sep 26, 2018
The Mexican League Playing American Football: Meet the LFA
For those Mexican expats who are die-hard fans of American football, there is hope for you when the NFL season ends: there is a Mexican league playing American football—and it’s growing. The LFA (or Liga de Fútbol Americano Profesional) began only a few years ago in 2016.
Read Article →
Sep 26, 2018
Water Filtration in Mexico: Different Filters for Different Needs
If you are in Mexico, you have most likely gotten used to paying outrageous sums for jugs of filtered water from your local convenient store. Some of you might be making the biweekly trip, carrying large containers of water to and fro—often with a parched throat—until you can get home to quench your […]
Read Article →
Sep 6, 2018
All 111 Pueblos Magicos in Every State in Mexico
A Pueblo Mágico is a certification awarded to small villages in Mexico by the tourism board (Secretaría de Turismo). This program was launched in 2001, with only 32 towns selected. After the success of the program, it was relaunched in 2010—this time with a total of 83 towns.
Read Article →
Sep 6, 2018
How To Sign Your Will in Mexico: And Save Half-Off During September With This Trick
Expat Insurance interviewed a Mexican contract lawyer named Francisco Fitz to get the insight on how foreigners (like American and Canadian expats) can sign their will and testament in Mexico. The English is translated directly from a very technical legal Spanish, therefore forgive us if the English is a bit awkward.
Read Article →
Sep 6, 2018
Buying Property in Mexico
How do foreigners buy property in Mexico? Complete guide covering legal steps, costs, contracts, and expert tips for expats purchasing Mexican real estate.
Read Article →
Sep 6, 2018
6 Years in the Australian Outback: An Expat Interview with Benjamin Kimitsuka
This is an Expat interview with Benjamin Kimitsuka who moved from the US to Australia. We discuss the challenges and rewards of expat living.
Read Article →
Aug 30, 2018
34 Years in Bilbao: An Expat Interview with Jim Shaffer
An interview with James Shaffer. Originally from Pennsylvania, James has lived in Bilbao the north of Spain since 1984. He tells us about making friends, learning the language and some differences between the two countries.
Read Article →
Aug 30, 2018
An Expats Guide to Living and Retiring in Mexico
PART I – LIVING IN MEXICO: What is it like to live in Mexico? Mexico is a warm and friendly country filled with a vibrant culture and excellent service. The food is spectacular—if a bit spicy at times—and the music is filled with exotic rhythms that naturally make hips sway.
Read Article →
Showing page 32 of 35 (12 articles on this page)
Reading About Expat Life?
Make sure you're protected too. Get instant quotes for international health, life, and travel insurance.
Takes 2 minutes • No commitment • Expert advice
