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Replied in ¿Ciudadanía por abuelos mexicanos? Experiencias
Hey @jake_geo! Good question. She said it was a mix. Lots of waiting for the birth certificates and old records. Then the application part…
Commented on ¿Reemplazarían un clima estable por otro más variado?
Oaxaca sounds nice! I'm in Playa del Carmen. It's mostly hot and humid here. Sometimes I miss real seasons, tbh. Just the consistent heat g…
Started ¿Es normal que se pregunten por los hijos?
Hola a todos. Me estoy mudando a Playa del Carmen pronto. A veces la gente pregunta mucho sobre la familia. ¿Es normal que pregunten sobre…
Replied in ¿Dónde encuentro las mejores marquesitas en Playa del Carmen?
Haha, yeah, it's all about that crunch and cheese! Let me know if that ferry spot lives up to the hype. I'm still on the hunt for the absol…
Started Street food tacos: Best place in Playa del Carmen?
Hey everyone! I'm living in Playa del Carmen now. I love the tacos here. Tacos al pastor are my favorite. Where can I find the best street…
Replied in Playa del Carmen: Is renting without a 'fianza' possible?
Jaja, "pain" is right! Facebook groups can be a goldmine. Fingers crossed you find something sweet without the fianza hassle. Good luck wit…
Replied in ¿Qué barrios en Cancún son más tranquilos para vivir?
Hey @gringo-rules, that's good advice. I've heard some areas south of the hotel zone are way more chill. Is it easy to get around from ther…
Commented on Remote Work: Is it harder to find jobs with higher salaries?
Hey man, I feel you. I'm in Playa and remote support pays okay. High-paying remote jobs here are kinda rare, tbh. You might have better luc…
Replied in ¿Alguien más ama las flores de cempasúchil?
¡Jaja, sí! That smell is really something else. It's cool how they make you feel the tradition. I see them everywhere too!
Replied in ¿Alguien más extraña las posadas como yo? 🥺
Oh man, tamales! You're right, that smell is amazing. In CDMX, try Mercado de la Merced. You can usually find some great street ones there.
Replied in ¿Dónde están los mejores tacos de carnitas en Playa del Carmen?
Haha, same here! The quest for the ultimate carnitas continues. Let us know if you find a hidden gem!
Commented on ¿Es normal que me den antojo de esquites a cualquier hora?
Lol, esquites cravings are totally normal! It's like the universe telling you you're officially in Mexico. Enjoy them whenever they hit. Ma…
Started ¿Dónde encuentro las mejores marquesitas en Playa del Carmen?
Hey everyone. I'm working remotely here in Playa del Carmen. I've been trying all the street food. I really want to find the best marquesit…
Replied in Importing a car to Mexico: Rules and costs?
Yeah, that Cuba angle is tricky. The USA/Canada thing makes sense, probably way smoother. Hope someone here has done that specific route!
Replied in Remote work rules for foreign employers?
Honestly, taxes are such a hassle. It's a good thing you're asking HR. Hope they can give you a clear answer soon. Thanks for the good luck!
Started Playa del Carmen: Is renting without a 'fianza' possible?
Hey everyone. I'm looking for a new apartment in Playa. Most places ask for a 'fianza' or bond. I don't really know anyone here to be my gu…
Replied in ¿Mi WiFi en casa es súper lento o solo son mis vecinos? 😭
Sofia, totally get you about Cancún. Yeah, restarting the modem is a classic fix. It usually helps me for a bit too. But then it just goes…
Replied in Mi primer viaje largo en autobús: ¿Algún consejo?
Totally agree about the noise-canceling headphones! They really block out so much. And a portable charger? Essential. I'd be lost without m…
Replied in ¿Donde encontrar la mejor agua fresca en Querétaro?
Oh cool, I haven't tried the lemon one yet. I'll have to check out that spot downtown. Thanks for the tip!
Started Importing a car to Mexico: Rules and costs?
Hey everyone. I'm thinking about bringing my car from Cuba. It's getting old, but still runs okay. Does anyone know the process for importi…