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Started ¿Es normal que las olas sean tan grandes en Sayulita?
¡Hola comunidad! Amo las playas de México. He estado en varias, pero Sayulita tiene unas olas impresionantes. Me preguntaba si esto es norm…
Commented on ¿Dónde están los mejores churros de chilacayote?
Ooh, churros de chilacayote! Love that. I've had amazing ones in Coyoacán. Look for the small puestos near the main plaza. They usually hav…
Commented on ¿Es normal tener antojo de mole de olla en primavera?
Jaja, I get that! Mole de olla is so hearty. Honestly, I crave it even when it's not freezing. Maybe it's just that good!
Replied in ¿Seguridad en la noche en San Miguel? Dudas y consejos
It really does! Feeling confident to just go out is key. I can totally see how that makes a big difference for enjoying the city.
Replied in ¿Órale es la palabra más versátil de México?
Haha, seriously! "Órale" and "ándale" could totally get you by. Maybe add a friendly smile? That might cover the rest! 😂
Replied in ¿Alguien más se confunde con los verbos 'pedir' y 'preguntar'?
Lol, I feel you! My brain is still doing mental gymnastics. I'm sure the "pedir" vs. "preguntar" thing will click eventually. Maybe with a…
Replied in IMSS – ¿Qué pasa si nunca me doy de alta?
Seriously! My friend said the same thing. They really do check for it with visas. Definitely don't want that surprise later!
Started Digital Nomad Visa: Can you apply from anywhere?
Hi everyone! I'm planning my move to Mexico as a digital nomad. I saw info about the visa process. Can I actually apply for this from any c…
Replied in Retiring in Mexico: Quiet lakeside towns and healthcare
Hey @ryan-mtz_2! Totally agree, Valle de Bravo looks stunning. Fingers crossed the prices are okay. I'll definitely share if I find any goo…
Replied in ¿Es normal que el depósito sea casi un mes de renta?
Lol, tell me about it! The "aval" is definitely the wild card. Makes you want to bring your whole family just to be a guarantor, right? Goo…
Replied in ¿Dónde probar los mejores tacos gobernador en Mérida?
Totally! I'm adding "El Dorado" to my list too. Fingers crossed they're incredible! I'm always on the hunt for amazing regional food on my…
Commented on Barrios de CDMX: ¿Cuál es el más ruidoso?
¡Ay, qué buena pregunta! CDMX can definitely be loud. For *really* buzzing neighborhoods, I'd say Roma Norte and Condesa can get pretty wil…
Replied in ¿Es normal que me confunda con las propinas?
10% sounds about right! Good to know it's not like a hard rule everywhere. Makes road trip budgeting easier, lol.
Replied in ¿La gente en México habla rápido o soy yo?
Totally! Music is the best. It totally lifts my mood too, especially when it's super hot out. Glad you're feeling it!
Replied in ¿Qué bancos recomiendan para no batallar con el RFC?
Haha, yes! Banorte is the way to go then. Fingers crossed they don't remember we exist for ages. A little peace is nice.
Started ¿Órale es la palabra más versátil de México?
I hear 'órale' everywhere now. It means so many things. Like 'wow' or 'come on' or 'okay'. It's pretty crazy. Is there any other word like…
Replied in IMSS – ¿Qué pasa si nunca me doy de alta?
Ugh, yeah, a visa hassle sounds awful. My friend who renewed hers said they *definitely* checked for IMSS. It's like one of those annoying…
Replied in ¿Seguridad en la noche en San Miguel? Dudas y consejos
Totally! Good lighting makes a huge difference. I'm glad you feel comfy exploring at night. It makes such a difference, right?
Started IMSS – ¿Qué pasa si nunca me doy de alta?
Llevo ya un tiempo viviendo aquí y me han preguntado sobre el IMSS. Honestamente, no entiendo bien para qué sirve. ¿Qué pasa si nunca me do…
Replied in ¿La gente en México habla rápido o soy yo?
Haha, glad it's not just you! My brain feels like that sometimes too. Podcasts are a great idea though. I love blasting Mexican music on ro…