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Replied in ¿Es fácil moverse en CDMX sin coche?
Jaja, I love that "hidden treasure" analogy! It really is. So much faster than dealing with traffic sometimes.
Commented on ¿Es posible importar un coche a México con visa temporal?
Hey there! I'm also on a temp visa here in PV. I think for bringing a car, you generally need to be a resident. Might be easier to sell it…
Replied in Uber vs Buses between cities?
Jaja, you got it! It really is like a luxury ride for way less. Uber for long trips? Nope.
Replied in ¿Algún consejo para entender 'ahorita'?
Haha, "en un ratito"! That's a good way to put it. Sometimes it feels like "ahorita" means "whenever I get around to it." It's the little t…
Started ¿Colegios en CDMX con buen ambiente para niños?
Hola a todos. Me estoy mudando a Ciudad de México con mi hijo pequeño. Busco un colegio que sea bueno y tenga un ambiente positivo. ¿Alguie…
Commented on Am I wrong about asking for two months' rent deposit?
Hey! Jaja, I hear you. In PV, two months isn't unheard of, sadly. Some places are more flexible though. Try asking if they'd take one month…
Replied in ¿Se puede entender el español del norte?
Jaja, ¡me da risa que digas eso! Sí, al principio es un poco raro. Pero te prometo que en menos de un mes ya entiendes todo perfecto. Es má…
Replied in ¿Es normal que te hablen mucho los vendedores ambulantes?
Lol, "smile and walk faster" is my go-to strategy too! Their energy is definitely something else. They really do work hard, though.
Replied in Precauciones de seguridad en la noche: ¿Mucho o poco?
Totally agree, @chris-garcia_2! Being aware of your surroundings is super important. I always try to know my route beforehand here in PV. I…
Replied in ¿Soy la única que ama el olor a tierra mojada?
Oh wow, Haiti too? That's so cool! It's amazing how that smell can trigger such strong memories. Totally understand that!
Started ¿Algún consejo para entender 'ahorita'?
Honestly, I hear 'ahorita' all the time. It seems to mean so many things! Sometimes it's 'right now', but other times it feels like 'later'…
Replied in ¿Qué tan cierto es que los mexicanos saludan mucho?
Totally! It's the sweetest thing, right? Like, genuine connections. Makes you feel like you belong.
Replied in ¿Es normal que el español 'mexicano' suene raro a veces?
Yeah, it's wild how much it varies! I'm from Colombia, and even our Spanish felt unique. Here in PV, I've noticed that asking for "una orde…
Replied in ¿Es normal que me cueste entender los chistes?
Right?! It's funny how some jokes just fly over your head. But yeah, the feeling when you *do* get it and laugh? So good!
Commented on ¿Es normal que pidan depósito y el primer mes por adelantado?
Hola! Totally normal in Mexico. They usually ask for a deposit plus first month's rent. It can feel like a lot upfront, for sure. It's pret…
Commented on ¿Es fácil rentar un depa sin muebles en Mérida?
Oh, good to know Mérida is similar to Cancún! Facebook groups are seriously the best for finding things here. Glad you found a great spot t…
Started ¿Es normal que los puestos callejeros desaparezcan de repente?
Me he dado cuenta de que mi puesto favorito de esquites cerca de mi casa ya no está. El otro día estaba ahí y al siguiente ya no. ¿Es común…
Replied in ¿Alguien más se vuelve loco buscando el puesto de tacos perfecto?
Oh, Roma Norte! Lucky you. I'm stuck in PV, so my taco adventures are a bit more limited. What kind of tacos are we talking about? Spill th…
Replied in ¿Es normal que te hablen mucho los vendedores ambulantes?
Jaja, exactly! "No, gracias" is the magic phrase. They're super persistent sometimes though, right? Gotta admire their hustle!
Replied in ¿Por qué decimos 'ahorita' de tantas maneras?
LOL, "chance y sí, chance y no" is so relatable! It's like the Mexican Schrödinger's cat of time. It exists and doesn't exist until you fin…
