Nochebuena, the Mexican name of the flower English-speakers call poinsettia, was discovered in Taxco and the valleys surrounding Cuernavaca. Known by the Aztecs in their native Nahuatl language as cuetlaxochitl, it is believed that they brought the plant from the tropical climate of Cuernavaca to their Aztec highlands for cultivation in special nurseries. Prized in […]
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2013 saw the launching of a new book describing the mammals of Jalisco’s Primavera Forest, located just west of the city of Guadalajara. Mamíferos del Bosque La Primavera, Guía Ilustrada (in Spanish) has 112 pages and 60 color photographs. The authors are three biologists — Silvia Zalapa, Edgar Godinez and Sergio Guerrero. Several hundred friends of the […]
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It all began with a casual comment by my friend Rodrigo Orozco — also known as Tarantula Man, thanks to the anti-poaching project he leads in western Mexico — when I told him about a hike I was organizing for the following Saturday. “Sorry, John,” replied Orozco, “I’m going to be tied up for the next 44 […]
Continue ReadingSeptember 1996 – Austin, Texas – With the many Mexican nationals who live in the Austin area and with the increase in trade between our countries under NAFTA, the Consulate frequently handles questions from individuals and businesses who need to send money to Mexico. The services described below are common ways to accomplish that goal; […]
Continue ReadingPosted by Chris Decker on May 23, 1997: I will be relocating to Mexico (Queretaro) soon and it is time to replace my computer. I had planned to purchase a notebook here in the US and bring it with me. Now I am having second thoughts. First, I fear that it would be difficult to […]
Continue ReadingImporters will use a customs broker (a private-sector provider of services) of choice to obtain release of the merchandise. The customs agent will provide to importers all necessary information relating to applicable duties and non-tariff regulations. The customs entry will be accompanied by: the commercial invoice, when the customs value of the merchandise is determined […]
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The author shares a typical day from her life in Puerto Vallarta and her techniques to reach contentment anywhere. Directed to her granddaughters, these tips can be applied by anyone of any age. This morning I woke with Max snuggled against the curve of my waist, and Harley nestled into my shoulder on the other […]
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Blue can be compelling as the neon flash of a bird’s wing, or quiet as a cloud, but it is never unnerving, always drawing the viewer to relax and witness its timeless grace. In music, blues are associated with longing, unfortunate choices, and heartbreak. Fortunately, the color blue often alludes to much more positive things […]
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The next time you find yourself in a tropical or subtropical zone, take a closer look at some of the large and lovely foliage. One of the most delightful surprises of any tropical vacation is recognizing familiar faces in new surroundings. When it comes to the familiar “faces” of your houseplants, you may do a […]
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Three beautiful options for your tropical garden in Mexico are the acalypha, anthurium and sago palm. Family: Euphorbiaceae Alternate Names: Beefsteak Plant, Red Hot Cat’s Tail, Fire Dragon Plant, Copper Leaf Use: This is an eye-catching hedge or background plant, including the A. hispida (photograph) and the A. wilkesiana, a tall shrub with variegated leaves related to the poinsettia. The copper leaf […]
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