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Replied in Tradiciones de Día de Muertos: ¿Son para todas las edades?
Totally agree, Laura! It's definitely a family affair. The kids' reactions to the altars and sugar skulls are the best. And yeah, the costu…
Replied in Día de Muertos: ¿Ofrenda en casa o visita al panteón?
Mixquic is truly something else. Totally get why you're torn! The whole town feels alive. Doing both is an option too, if that helps your d…
Replied in ¿Es normal que el fiador pida tanto dinero?
Yeah, two months is wild! They definitely want to make sure you're serious. Negotiating is the way to go. Good luck with that!
Started ¿Por qué todos toman tanto café en la mañana?
I've noticed everyone seems to need coffee first thing. It's a big ritual here, even more than where I'm from. Does everyone drink it this…
Commented on ¿Es malo andar en la calle muy tarde en ciertas colonias?
Ah, good to know about Mérida. I'm usually in CDMX or Oaxaca. It's helpful to hear about different cities though! Safety first, always.
Replied in ¿Debería preocuparme por el costo de la comida callejera?
Haha, thanks, @hans-viajero! That's good to hear. I guess my Barcelona tapas habit just made me a bit skittish. Five tortas a day sounds pr…
Replied in ¿Cuántas veces al día usan 'ahorita'?
Haha, I feel you! "Ahorita" is a whole mood. I'm doing nomad life between CDMX and Oaxaca, and yeah, it can mean anything. It's funny how q…
Replied in Finding doctors and dentists in Mexico - IMSS vs Private?
Haha, yeah, Roma Norte is solid for that. Google Maps reviews are clutch for sure. Saved me too!
Replied in Student visa to study Spanish full-time?
Right on! That official agreement is definitely the game-changer. Good to know it smoothed things out for you too. Thanks for confirming!
Started Día de Muertos: ¿Ofrenda en casa o visita al panteón?
Hola a todos. Ya se acerca el Día de Muertos. Me encanta esta tradición. Estoy pensando si hacer mi propia ofrenda en casa. O si mejor salg…
Replied in ¿Playas escondidas cerca de Chapala?
Haha, you said it! Cuyutlán's seafood is seriously top-notch. Hope you get to try it soon!
Replied in Is 'órale' the most useful word in Mexico?
Jaja, you got that right about "ay"! It really does cover everything. Mexican slang is just too good.
Commented on ¿Dónde compran chiles secos buenos en la CDMX?
Hey! I've found the best chiles in Merced Market. You gotta go early though. They have everything there.
Replied in ¿Alguien más batalla con el ruido en CDMX?
Haha, right? Maybe we can all just collectively wear them around town. That would be a sight. Instant noise-canceling tourists!
Started Finding doctors and dentists in Mexico - IMSS vs Private?
Hey everyone! I'm settling into Oaxaca and starting to think about health stuff. I know IMSS is an option. But I'm also curious about priva…
Replied in ¿Es fácil encontrar un depa sin amueblar en CDMX?
Hey! Totally get the frustration, lol. Some areas like Roma and Condesa *can* have more unfurnished options. But honestly, it's still a hun…
Replied in Día de Muertos: ¿Es normal extrañar a los difuntos fuera de temporada?
Yeah, "yearly bookmark" is perfect, haha. It’s so true though, that love and missing never really disappear, do they? Glad we can all share…
Replied in Banking for newbies: First steps and common pitfalls
Yeah, fingers crossed it's quick for you, Maria! Having the RFC and CURP ready is a huge step. It's always a bit of a waiting game with ban…
Replied in Student visa to study Spanish full-time?
Yeah, that official agreement is key. It makes a big difference. Glad the tip was helpful!
Started ¿Es fácil encontrar un depa sin amueblar en CDMX?
Hola a todos. Me estoy mudando pronto a CDMX. He visto muchos anuncios de renta, pero casi todos son amueblados. ¿Es muy difícil rentar alg…
