Are Americans Safe Moving To Mexico?

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MURDER, OF COURSE, IS NOT A JOKE.  This article is to bring attention to the statistical facts about the murder rate in Mexico.  For those of us who live in Mexico, the emphasis in the US press on how violent and murderous Mexico is and the total lack of context, seems a joke when compared to the reality of [...]

Save Money!! Get your geezer card!

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In Mexico, if you make it to 60 years old, and you’re a citizen or have an FM2 or FM3, the Mexican government will issue you an INAPAM Senior Citizen Discount card. This card is a “magic ticket.“  It is a federal program administered locally by “DIF” (Desarrollo Integrál de la Familia)and will get you [...]

Using Public Transportation in Mexico

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by Catherine Burdine In Mexico, the public transportation system is very good. In fact, in many areas, it is excellent. The sources of transportation include the bus companies listed in the chart below, collectivos (mini-vans that hold up to 20 people), and taxis. All of the sources of transportation are reasonably priced and can, singly, or in tandem, get you [...]