Erica
@Whisperz
American expat in Mexico
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Contacts
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About me
American
Lives in Merida
Speaks English Spanish
Registration: 29 October 2010
About
My expat journey
Yucatan, Mexico
This is a time to really focus on our web-based business, live more within our means. Watching my pre-teens grow and being activly involved in their lives. I
Raising my children, marketing, business owner
It is so much cheaper in this part of the County. Merida is hardly a tourist city when compared to Puerto Vallarta and for a 4 unit family we really like that! The Mexican culture is stronger here then I could have hoped for. I love all of the history, museums ruins and that the beach is only a 30 minute bus ride away!
Everything closes up shop soooo dang early! Im accustomed to going down to the street taco stand. Everyone is bound for "somewhere" Its very urban and a "working" city. I've realized how much I like a more laid back beach atmosphere!
Jalisco, Mexico
Puerto Vallarta was our first destination abroad and we hold many great memories of that cozy little beach town. Getting our feet wet in a new country seems like a project all its own. This time spent in Puerto Vallarta was about learning the ropes in a new country,from FM3 visas to what was the best school for my kidos.
Raising our two children, internet advertising/marketing-website design
Puerto Vallarta has an enormous expat community, for me this was a plus. Beautiful beaches just outside my door, great dining whenever you wanted even at 2am. For a young family making a big move there where allot of "familiar" aspects that made our transition easier.
The tourism is very strong in Puerto Vallarta and that sometimes took the adventure of being in another country away. Needless to say my Spanish skills suffered, everyone and mean everyone speaks English. Prices are outrageous, from housing to tacos.
Portland, Oregon, USA
Owned and operated a high end furniture store. All of my family and close friends were left behind in Oregon. I was busy every second of everyday, and was actively part of the whole "rat race".
Raising our children (along with babysitters, grandparents, family and friends) Business owner
Portland offers mountains, desert, coast and all within 1-2 hours of home. Outdoor adventures are everywhere and I loved that. Hiking was a big part of life for us there and I doubt we even tackled a fraction of the amazing trails the Northwest has to offer.
It rains allot in the Pacific Northwest...360 days a year or something close to that Im sure!
Activity
Shopping in Mexico by Yud
Hello dear members, I guess this could be an interesting topic. I invite all members in Mexico (both locals & expats) to share their daily/weekly/monthly experience about shopping. You may also include some shopping tips/suggestions! So can you ...
Merida the Yucatan capital, has many options when it comes to life needs. Our family of four loves to shop a the main marcado in Centro Merida. http://www.ericaslivinginmexico.com/wp-content/gallery/mexico-sights/img_2999.jpg But we also frequent ... Read More
What is the best american school in Mexico City by cissabailey
I'm relocating to Mexico and would like to know which school is better, ASF or Westhill. Can you help me?
Do you know if there is there a website for either of the school I can poke around at? Read More
~~~~> Visa Renewal Advice Needed by Silence820
I live in M茅xico City and my FM-3 visa will expire on December 10th. I am wondering if anyone has any tips, suggestions or advice + the cost concerning the renewal process. Thank in advance for you help
I am going through the motions of renewing my FM3. The cost is about 1200 pesos. This will actually be my 2nd year renewing the first was donet hrough the Puerto Vallarta office (nightmare) and this round is being done in Merida and they seem to ... Read More