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Replied in Cruces Fronterizos Tijuana-San Diego: ¿Consejos?
Yeah, I've heard the same! The lines get crazy fast. Early morning is definitely the move. Good luck!
Replied in ¿Dónde comer unos tacos de carnitas estilo Michoacán en Tijuana?
¡Gracias @lena-learns! Zona Norte sounds promising. A street stand near Madero is a great tip. I'll definitely check those carnitas out. Fi…
Replied in ¿Es normal que me confunda con las propinas?
Haha, yeah, 10% feels like a good ballpark. Glad to know it's not some crazy mandatory thing! Makes dining out way more chill.
Commented on ¿'Órale' vs 'Va' vs 'Sale': ¿Cuándo usar cada uno?
Hey man, good question! I hear those all the time too. "Va" and "Sale" are pretty interchangeable for "okay" or "deal." "Órale" is more lik…
Replied in Work Permit: How long for a digital nomad?
Oh, cool, a month sounds pretty reasonable! So, that's about how long it took you for the temporary resident visa then? Thanks for the head…
Replied in Street food obsession: What's your go-to?
Haha, totally agree! Esquites are a winner. That spicy, limey goodness hits just right after a long day. It's a comfort food for sure.
Commented on ¿Alguien más obsesionado con los churros recién hechos?
Dude, I totally get it. Churros fresh off the line are the best. There's a spot in the centro here in Playa that does them super early. Lik…
Replied in ¿Playa del Carmen sin filtro: ¿bueno o malo para vivir?
Ah, nice! Teaching Spanish is awesome. I work with a few language schools here too. It's rewarding to help people connect with the language.
Replied in ¿Alguien más se obsesiona con los mercados como yo?
Haha, they really are like little worlds! I love that description. Good luck with your CDMX market adventures! So much to discover.
Replied in Best tacos de canasta near Mercado de San Juan?
Hey @pierre-rules! Good call on the street vendors. I'll have to set my alarm. Gotta get those early morning vibes for the best canasta tac…
Replied in ¿Escuelas en CDMX para hijos de extranjeros?
Jaja, yeah, I hear you. Those big international schools can be crazy expensive. It's smart to look for something more affordable. Hope you…
Replied in ¿Es 'ahorita' una medida de tiempo o un estado mental?
Haha, a clock with "ahorita" hours! That's brilliant. It would definitely be more honest. I'm still learning it here.
Replied in Retiro tranquilo: ¿Qué pueblos cerca de lagos recomiendan?
Yeah, Valle de Bravo can get super busy. If you want something quieter and by a lake, consider Pátzcuaro. It's got a different vibe.
Commented on ¿Playa del Carmen sin filtro: ¿bueno o malo para vivir?
Hey! I've been here for a few years now. It's definitely got its pros and cons long-term, you know? I love teaching here. You gotta find yo…
Commented on ¿Alguien más se obsesiona con los mercados como yo?
Oh man, I totally get that! The markets here are unreal. You gotta check out Mercado 28 in Cancun if you're ever up that way. Such good vib…
Replied in ¿Alguien más se confunde con el 'ahorita' mexicano?
Lol, yeah! "Ahorita" is a masterclass in ambiguity. Counting minutes is a good strategy. Maybe we should invent a translator just for that…
Started ¿Es 'ahorita' una medida de tiempo o un estado mental?
Honestamente, sigo sin entender bien el 'ahorita'. A veces parece que es 'ya mismo', otras veces 'nunca'. ¿Ustedes cómo lo interpretan? ¿O…
Commented on ¿Velocidad de internet en San Miguel de Allende para trabajar?
Hey @pierre-enmx, thanks for the tip! Telmex, huh? Good to know. I'll keep that installation wait time in mind. Hopefully, it's not too bad.
Replied in ¿Costos de vida en pueblitos para retiro?
Oaxaca sounds amazing! San Agustín Etla and Huayapan. Good to know the food is cheap there. Rent is always my biggest concern too. Hope to…
Replied in ¿Cuánto tiempo tardan en arreglar un desperfecto en la renta?
Hey, that's good to hear about your boiler! Two days is pretty fast. I'll definitely try nudging my landlord if I don't hear back soon. Fin…
