gringalatina
American looking for information about Mexico
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About me
American
Lives in Playas de Rosarito, Baja Calif
Speaks English, Spanish
Registration: 02 July 2015
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
I agree with you Travellight. Don鈥檛 get turned on by misinformation from one person who doesn鈥檛 even live here. I love it where I live. I have a dream view from my bedroom n living room for $500/month, all US style amenities. $50 for ... Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
Yes, you could live very well with that income in a beachfront apartment! We manage to live well with about 1,600 for a couple! Read More
Puerto Penasco Sonora by grmafluffy
I just joined this forum and am moving to Puerto Penasco ASAP. I'm bi-lingual (from the people, not the classroom) and my old man is already down there. It is so hard to look for rentals from up here because all I find for the most part is ritzy ...
Try here: https://casas.trovit.com.mx/renta-puerto-pe%C3%B1asco Not sure exactly what you are looking for, but this one looks reasonable ... Read More
VPN for watching US TV by Ladydi3328
I'm looking for recommendations for a VPN so I can at least get CNN here in Mexico. I'd like to get some of the programming from NBC as well (Stephen Colbert, etc) but I understand that is not possible, even with a VPN outside the ...
There is a CNN stream for Venezuelans out there, since Maduro banned them, if you can find it, not geo-restricted. Read More
VPN for watching US TV by Ladydi3328
I'm looking for recommendations for a VPN so I can at least get CNN here in Mexico. I'd like to get some of the programming from NBC as well (Stephen Colbert, etc) but I understand that is not possible, even with a VPN outside the ...
Sounds good! Will check it out. I use HMA but it IS pricey. But tech support is good. Incidentally, I recently switched from Telnor to Izzi. No difference between Fiber and regular tbh, plus, they offer TV at same price as Telnor's Internet and ... Read More
Shipping a laptop from the U.S. by Marat2017
Hello. Is it OK to purchase a laptop online (Amazon or Best Buy) in the U.S. and ship it to Mexico? Any feedback? Thank you.
I buy stuff online & have it shipped to a Mail place by the border. Dunno if you wanted to avoid crossing or are even near. But you could find out if they receive it there how much they charge to ship it to you in MX. Might be cheaper than ... Read More
Living in Rosarito and working in San Diego by Heatherwbb
I was wondering if its easy and okay to live in Rosarito and work in San Diego, crossing the border in the daytime, roughly 4 or 5 days a week. Is it hard and do alot of people do it?
It only took me a month to get Sentri a couple of months ago! I don't know if I just got lucky, or that's the norm right now though. Jen Read More
Living in Rosarito and working in San Diego by Heatherwbb
I was wondering if its easy and okay to live in Rosarito and work in San Diego, crossing the border in the daytime, roughly 4 or 5 days a week. Is it hard and do alot of people do it?
I'd recommend setting home base a little closer to the border. I live in Playas, and it takes me about 25 mins just to get to the Sentri Lane without traffic. Add another 30 minutes at least to get there from Rosarito & you're at an hour ... Read More
Children in Rosarito by Inanna23
I see a lot of retired people moving to Rosarito, Baja, but I am wondering how is life for very young kids (2-5 years old). Activities, parks, other kids?
That really doesn't address her question... Read More
No Spanish language, just English.Can I live in Mexico ? by GuestPoster1020302
Hi, I don't know Spanish not at all,but know English and Russian languages. I am thinking about moving to Mexico (any area,closer to sea/ocean). Are there areas,where local Mexicans speak in English ? Is it possible to live in Mexico without ...
He just said he wanted a to live in Mexico at the beach, not travel. And I don't think Walmart or Soriana are going to Gringo price him...so...even if he has to pay a lil extra for tacos I think he'll be ok...just saying... Jennifer Read More
No Spanish language, just English.Can I live in Mexico ? by GuestPoster1020302
Hi, I don't know Spanish not at all,but know English and Russian languages. I am thinking about moving to Mexico (any area,closer to sea/ocean). Are there areas,where local Mexicans speak in English ? Is it possible to live in Mexico without ...
Hi Vadim, I agree with Anne. I moved to Playas in May and am in love. I do speak Spanish, but can tell you there are A LOT of English speakers here. I was actually quite surprised. It makes sense though, being so close to the border. My boyfriend ... Read More
Access to live CNBC/US stock ticker tape in Mexico? by Lesknit
Hello all, My husband and I are not yet expats and are exploring parts of Mexico. As my husband is an active stock trader, he needs to have access to real-time market information. In the states he does this through CNBC and/or Bloomberg via ...
Mybe using a VPN to change your IP address? Not sure what Xfinity is exactly, but if it's over the Internet using a VPN set to a US address should work. Read More
The best apps for expats in Colombia by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share information regarding some of the apps that have helped to facilitate your move abroad in Colombia. This will help expats-to-be who are making the move as well. Which apps did you use while preparing your move to ...
Here is my list: Whatsapp Moovit (Bus & Transmilenio schedules ) Cabify (ask me for a free ride referral code) Uber " " HMA VPN (VPN, changes your IP address to a US one so fussy websites will work) Coordinadora (Hold & Ship your ... Read More
Question regarding Retirement Visa for US Cit by wanderingsalsero
Is it possible to do all those papers and submit them myself (I think I qualify)?. In my case there's also a complicating factor that I've overstayed my tourist visa a little bit already. I know there's a fine but that's OK. ...
Oh cool! Well if you have a friend who will help, that is always a plus. I was 12 days late, and the fine was about $340,000 pesos. :( Still, I guess that's on the low end, so I guess I lucked out. Hope it goes as well or better for you. ... Read More
US Embassy No Cell-phone Rule- Help
So, I have to go get my passport renewed, ASAP, and I was just reading that you can't bring Cell Phones into the Embassy ! Apparently, they used to hold them for you at the entrance, but no longer do so. I live an hour outside Bogota, am new to ... Read More
Question regarding Retirement Visa for US Cit by wanderingsalsero
Is it possible to do all those papers and submit them myself (I think I qualify)?. In my case there's also a complicating factor that I've overstayed my tourist visa a little bit already. I know there's a fine but that's OK. ...
Hi Art, I'm in the same situation. I really don't think it's that hard for a healthy person to do themselves. I'm not all that healthy, so it's been a bit of a pain but only because I get tired quickly, don't have a car, and ... Read More
Anyone know a good Vet for Health Certificate near Bogota? by gringalatina
Taking my dog with me on a short trip home to Los Angeles, was going to just take him to a random vet in Cajica, but was thinking I could do it in Bogota as well if anyone knows of a vet or has any idea how much they charge for the health ...
Update: I need to post the info from the vet I ended up going to here in Cajic谩 on Carrera 6ta. She was great, and only charged 20k pesos. Around the corner, they wanted to charge me 65-75k! In the end, what screwed things up was, that I ... Read More
work from home by lilimna
Hi guys, how are you? I am from Philippines. Do you know a company where I can work from home? I am in Colombia for almost 5 months and just moved to Facatativa 2 weeks ago. I prefer working online. Do you know anything? I have experience in ...
I was just talking to a friend from the Phillipines the other night, and thinking how interesting it is how many cultural similarities there are. Here is a site I have signed up for to Work at Home from: ... Read More
work from home by lilimna
Hi guys, how are you? I am from Philippines. Do you know a company where I can work from home? I am in Colombia for almost 5 months and just moved to Facatativa 2 weeks ago. I prefer working online. Do you know anything? I have experience in ...
If the OP isn't interested, I would love to help, that sounds right up my alley. I've been Virtual Assisting for years now, and am actually in Cajic谩 as well. Read More
Permanent Visa Cost, & Necessity of Apostilles by gringalatina
Hi all, I really feel I need a C茅dula (to be able to get bank account , get a postpaid cell plan, buy a car...) would like to get a permanent Visa. Had started the process online, and thought it only cost $50, but my 30 days to pay ran out. ...
The Canciller铆a and Migraci贸n Colombia sites themselves are pretty good sources, kind of simple enough to not be giving money away to people for it, IMO, I just wanted to know if there was anyone who had done it personally, and what their ... Read More
Permanent Visa Cost, & Necessity of Apostilles by gringalatina
Hi all, I really feel I need a C茅dula (to be able to get bank account , get a postpaid cell plan, buy a car...) would like to get a permanent Visa. Had started the process online, and thought it only cost $50, but my 30 days to pay ran out. ...
Thanks for that, I will check it out. It's so confusing. I was just reading something like, if you apply for the Visa in the US, you don't have to get the documents apostilled...I think the Cancilleria has a chat feature, I just never ... Read More
Permanent Visa Cost, & Necessity of Apostilles
Hi all, I really feel I need a C茅dula (to be able to get bank account , get a postpaid cell plan, buy a car...) would like to get a permanent Visa. Had started the process online, and thought it only cost $50, but my 30 days to pay ran out. ... Read More
Presentation of members in Bogota by expat.com
Hello and welcome on 天美麻豆! We invite the new members in Bogota and surroundings to present themselves in this discussion :) Are you living here since some time or did you just arrive? What brought you to Bogota? What passionates you, do you ...
How fun! Thanks for that tip Plimsol. Unless I get a car though, it's a bit tough to get to Bogota. (Walk, then Buseta, then Transmilenio, then Taxi/Uber...) Being from the city that inspired the song "Walking in L.A.? Nobody walks in ... Read More
Anyone know a good Vet for Health Certificate near Bogota? by gringalatina
Taking my dog with me on a short trip home to Los Angeles, was going to just take him to a random vet in Cajica, but was thinking I could do it in Bogota as well if anyone knows of a vet or has any idea how much they charge for the health ...
Thanks Bhavna! I actually saw that right after posting, lol. There was no info other than contact info though...so today while I was downtown I saw a place, and they charge about 25,000 pesos, not bad! I still have to find out what the ICA charges ... Read More
Anyone know a good Vet for Health Certificate near Bogota?
Taking my dog with me on a short trip home to Los Angeles, was going to just take him to a random vet in Cajica, but was thinking I could do it in Bogota as well if anyone knows of a vet or has any idea how much they charge for the health ... Read More
Formalities to bring your pet in Colombia by Julien
Hi all, What are the formalities and paperwork required to bring your pet in Colombia? How long do formalities & paperwork usually take in Colombia? What are the relevant authorities to contact? Which vaccines are compulsory? Do your ...
Not sure exactly what you mean by a broker? Just brought my pet Chihuahua in from the U.S. in June and didn't need one. I just went to the vet, had him fill out a health certificate (I think there are only about 4 required shots, and 3 of ... Read More
Hello, from La Sabana de Bogota?
Hi Everyone, I'm Jennifer. I'm from the U.S., and have been living in what (I believe) is called La Sabana (area outside Bogota including Chia, Cajica, & Zipaquira) for a couple of months now. I am actually 1/2 Colombian, and 1/2 ... Read More
Presentation of members in Bogota by expat.com
Hello and welcome on 天美麻豆! We invite the new members in Bogota and surroundings to present themselves in this discussion :) Are you living here since some time or did you just arrive? What brought you to Bogota? What passionates you, do you ...
Hi Everyone, I'm Jennifer. I'm from the U.S., and have been living in what (I believe) is called La Sabana (area outside Bogota including Chia, Cajica, & Zipaquira) for a couple of months now. I am actually 1/2 Colombian, and 1/2 ... Read More
Presentation of members in Bogota by expat.com
Hello and welcome on 天美麻豆! We invite the new members in Bogota and surroundings to present themselves in this discussion :) Are you living here since some time or did you just arrive? What brought you to Bogota? What passionates you, do you ...
Hi Pauline! I don't know what part of Bogota you're in, I'm a bit outside, but I know there are some groups on Meetup.com for newcomers to the city. I think there might even be some French-speaking groups. Just thought I'd share in ... Read More
Driving in Colombia by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Colombia? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the driving ...
Danrodrigues, I'd have to agree on that last part. I wonder if the lack of traffic enforcement and fines has something to do with that too...I know in Los Angeles that probably has a lot to do with it. Those traffic tickets will send one to the ... Read More
Driving in Colombia by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Colombia? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the driving ...
And here I thought it was you guys trying to nail US, zooming in out of nowhere, lol. No, really, I admire your bravery. May your quick reflexes (and your lungs!) prevail! :top: Read More
Driving in Colombia by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Colombia? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the driving ...
Glad to see you guys share my feelings on driving in Colombia! I'm out in the suburbs a ways, and as an L.A. girl, I'm having some major car withdrawals...The closest big city to me is Bogota, and although it wouldn't be fun (L.A. ... Read More