Are you looking for a unique and affordable vacation experience far from the world of all-inclusive resorts? Would you like to experience authentic Mexico at the same time? Then head right on down to the Riviera Nayarit! The following articles will help you to do just that. – Living year-round in tropical Mexico: The dream […]
Continue ReadingThe music of Mexico provides a rich tapestry of rhythm, tone, and variety. Its roots are based on a compelling history of disparate influences. From the music of the Mariachi, the Corrido, to the popular Gypsy Kings and Selena, you will find much to interest you. The Music of Mexico Folklorico Mexican Fiction on MexConnect […]
Continue ReadingPersonal Safety Wills in Mexico IMSS – Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social – New Requirements for 2006 Immigration Documents Contracts Christmas Bonus Traveling to Mexico, Part 2 Labor Unions Traveling to Mexico Contracts: Part 2 Your Documents Traffic Police IMSS – Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social Apostille Medical Coverage and Hospitals Vehicle Importation – Part […]
Continue ReadingOur “Mexico: Did You Know” series offers lots of not-so-well-known but interesting facts about Mexico’s contributions to the world. Here is the list (most recent at the top): First scientific account of Lake Chapala was in 1839. Mexico’s vultures have very different eating habits. Los Mochis and Topolobampo are both examples of “new towns”. The […]
Continue ReadingExotic-looking even on a map, the Mexican state of Veracruz stretches along the Gulf Coast like the graceful tentacle of a sea creature. Within the boundaries formed by the warm coastal waters to the east and the Sierra Madre Oriental to the west is an enticing pot-pourri of cultures. The indigenous, the Afro-Cuban and the […]
Continue ReadingShort of finding a Spanish-speaking partner to live with, the next most effective method of learning Spanish is to enroll in a true immersion program. There are many excellent ones. Most programs not only provide an immersion in the language, but they also provide a cultural experience as well. The programs in Canada and the […]
Continue ReadingMexico – Canada – USA – Spain IMAC Spanish Language Program in Guadalajara Choosing a Spanish school in Mexico Learning Spanish by immersion: Does it work? Telenovelas, my secret obsession: learning and practicing Spanish Speaking Spanish Like a Native – Golden Zone Publications and available on Amazon.com here Carl Franz’s review of books for learning Spanish Hints on […]
Continue ReadingPlanning your Business or Pleasure Trip? Look at: MexConnect Fiesta & Holiday Calendar The Huichol Index – Culture, Symbols and Art – A complete section exploring this vanishing native people of Mexico. The Maya Index – Complete section – their history, cities and civilization. In English & Español. Exvotos – folk art and expressions of faith In Mexico Mexica/Aztec Calendar Systems – […]
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Continue ReadingJuan Mata Ortíz is a small village of potters, farmers and cowboys in Northern Chihuahua. About 30 years ago, an unschooled artistic genius, Juan Quezada, taught himself how to make earthenware jars in a method used hundreds of years ago by the prehistoric inhabitants. Now, his works are known worldwide and over 300 men, women […]
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