On Good Friday morning, Tulum bore witness to one of the most profound religious traditions in Christianity: the reenactment of the Stations of the Cross. This solemn event, performed by the Catholic community, commemorates Jesus Christ’s path to crucifixion and is a highlight of Holy Week’s liturgical activities. The procession began at the Parish of […]
Where is it most expensive to buy a home in Mexico?
The conditions facing the housing sector in Mexico are causing housing prices to continue to rise; however, some states in the country stand out more than others due to various factors, such as a dynamic demand that exceeds supply or even the construction costs for developers in those regions. A few days ago, the Banorte […]
Top 3 Retirement Destinations in Mexico: Affordable and Relaxing Living
Mexico remains a top retirement choice for Americans and Canadians, thanks to its affordability, great weather, vibrant culture, excellent healthcare, and established expat communities. Here’s a closer look at three standout cities for retirees: Mazatlán, Puerto Vallarta, and Oaxaca. Mazatlán Location and Accessibility: Situated on Mexico’s Pacific coast in Sinaloa, Mazatlán is a city of […]
Dreams Shattered: The Unseen Struggle of U.S. Deportees in Mexico
As I stepped off the plane at Mexico City’s international airport, I couldn’t help but think about the millions of deportees who had taken this same journey before me – their dreams of a better life in the United States shattered by the harsh reality of deportation. For Varuk Racine, his parents’ decision to return […]
How many marriages end in divorce in Mexico?
Yesterday was February 14, a date that celebrates the union of couples, as it is Valentine’s Day, but which also presents the opportunity to learn about other damages to marriages; for example, those that end in divorce. In Mexico, according to data from the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi), 163,587 divorces were registered […]
How much does each social class earn in Mexico? Find out which one you belong to
Social classes in Mexico are defined by deep economic inequalities that generate a stratified social structure. The division is made into three large groups: the upper class, the middle class and the lower class. Due to their differences, the permanence in each of these classes will define the level of accessibility to resources, basic services, […]
Which is the least attractive city to live in Mexico, according to AI?
People often have doubts about the best place to live in Mexico, especially when they think about the future, trying to provide their family with the optimal conditions to have a full life. However, there are various places whose characteristics do not meet what is expected of a place to build a home. When answering […]
Mexico among the best destinations in the world to enjoy retirement
Every year, International Living produces a ranking of countries with the best conditions for enjoying retirement from the labor market abroad. Factors such as climate, cost of living and health care are compared to create the ‘World Retirement Index’. In this edition, Panama was chosen as the best country to retire, with 84 points out […]
How much does the middle class earn in Mexico? Find out if you belong to it
Although there have been important achievements in recent years, such as the increase in the minimum wage and the decrease in poverty levels, social inequality remains a considerable challenge in Mexico. A large majority of the population still belongs to the lower class, with significantly lower incomes compared to other social segments. According to figures […]
Gentrification triggers housing crisis in Mexico
After the pandemic, Mexico experienced a tourist boom that has placed it as one of the favorite destinations for international travelers and digital nomads, who are the visible face of a real estate crisis, in which it is increasingly difficult to access housing. Accessing decent housing in Mexico City is an almost impossible mission, despite […]