Debibax
American looking for information about Mexico
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About me
American, Married with children
Lives in Mérida, Yucatán
Speaks English and am an interpreter for the deaf.
Registration: 30 January 2016
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Pets in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Many of us in Mexico have four-legged friends. What about you? Do you have one or more pets? Share your experience with us! What are the formalities to import pets in Mexico? What about pet adoption procedures in the country? ...
Ivy were your dog's in a kennel on the plane? I have 2 small and 1 medium sized and we are trying to figure out the best way to get them there. Read More
New members of the Mexico forum, introduce yourself here – 4th quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Mexico forum? DonÂ’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Yes we were in Merida in October and loved it. We want to live close to the city center in the old colonial style homes. The city is beautiful and very clean. The people are super sweet and helpful. We will go back the second week of March to look ... Read More
Hello, Tim here from Atlanta, USA by vuguy3
I have travelled to Mexico in past. I have a trip scheduled for Merida as I am considering renting there for 6 months to a year in anticipation of buying there and a permanent relocation. Any information or suggestions are very welcome and ...
Yes in the centro area. We were there the first week of October and loved it. I want to be in the old colonial homes in the centro area. We are selling everything and just taking clothes. If we ever decide we want to come back we can. Debi Read More
Hello, Tim here from Atlanta, USA by vuguy3
I have travelled to Mexico in past. I have a trip scheduled for Merida as I am considering renting there for 6 months to a year in anticipation of buying there and a permanent relocation. Any information or suggestions are very welcome and ...
We are moving around August to Merida and have been looking for rentals on airbnb. We are basically doing the same as you so best of luck to you. Johnny and Debi Read More
New members of the Mexico forum, introduce yourself here – 4th quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Mexico forum? DonÂ’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi Laura, We are moving to Merida in August. We have a trip planned in March to look at rental properties. Best of luck! Debi Read More
Life in merida Mexico by Temzil
I want to know about life in merida I want to move to live there but I don't know about it and I don't speak Spanish , so please help and tell me about life in merida if is it easiest or hardest. Thanks
Yes many expat live there. We met with several during our stay and they all say it's very affordable. They spend one third of what it cost to live in the U.S.. Read More
Life in merida Mexico by Temzil
I want to know about life in merida I want to move to live there but I don't know about it and I don't speak Spanish , so please help and tell me about life in merida if is it easiest or hardest. Thanks
We just got back from Merida. It is 20 to 30 minutes to Progreso beach which is just North of Merida. It's in the northern part of Yucatan state. Beautiful White city full of friendly people. Great food too. It is very warm there but we plan to ... Read More
When you move, what do you need to pack? by Debibax
We plan on retiring and moving next summer to Merida and renting a place. Do rentals includes all the kitchen stuff, towels, sheets, etc? Do you just takes clothes and buy everything else you need? Any words of wisdom would be appreciated! Thanks, ...
Yes very helpful! Thank you so much for sharing that information. Good luck with your move in! Debi and Johnny Read More
When you move, what do you need to pack?
We plan on retiring and moving next summer to Merida and renting a place. Do rentals includes all the kitchen stuff, towels, sheets, etc? Do you just takes clothes and buy everything else you need? Any words of wisdom would be appreciated! Thanks, ... Read More
Cancun vs Merida for Retirement by ROWDYCHAP
Hi everyone, My wife and i are retiring to either Cancun or Merida(from Canada) and need help deciding on the two. We have no kids, are in our 40's(good health) and are looking at buying a home under $200,000. Monthly budget of around $1500. Can not ...
When you say hot, does it get over 100 degrees? Thank you! Debi Read More
Cancun vs Merida for Retirement by ROWDYCHAP
Hi everyone, My wife and i are retiring to either Cancun or Merida(from Canada) and need help deciding on the two. We have no kids, are in our 40's(good health) and are looking at buying a home under $200,000. Monthly budget of around $1500. Can not ...
I never thought of Google earth, what a great idea! I don't want Miami either, I want an old colonial type place to rent. I've never been to Merida but for some reason I just feel we are meant to live there. I've seen pictures and ... Read More
Cancun vs Merida for Retirement by ROWDYCHAP
Hi everyone, My wife and i are retiring to either Cancun or Merida(from Canada) and need help deciding on the two. We have no kids, are in our 40's(good health) and are looking at buying a home under $200,000. Monthly budget of around $1500. Can not ...
We actually have reservations at the Holiday Inn in Merida the first week of October. Will it be hot then? And if so, how hot? We live in OklHoma City where it can get up to 106 during the summer months which is excruciating at times. We plan to go ... Read More
Cancun vs Merida for Retirement by ROWDYCHAP
Hi everyone, My wife and i are retiring to either Cancun or Merida(from Canada) and need help deciding on the two. We have no kids, are in our 40's(good health) and are looking at buying a home under $200,000. Monthly budget of around $1500. Can not ...
We are looking to retire to Merida and are planning a trip in July to visit and see how Merida feels. Does anyone have any suggestions where to stay? Also, how far is it to the beach? Thanks, Debi Read More
where to rent in Roatan by betina1895
I am planning to visit Roatan to see if it would be a fit for me to retire to' After a first visit I would plan a 3-6 month trial rental and would love some advice as to the best places. I would like it fairly quiet but easy to bus or taxi to ...
Ed, Can you give me an idea on rental costs there in West Bay? We would like to live on social security income if possible and not dip into our savings. Would it be possible to live on $2500 per month? We want to downsize and want a very simple ... Read More
Looking to move to Honduras, need your feedbacks by Debibax
Hi All, My husband and I have decided we want to move somewhere by the sea when we retire. I think our plan will be in the next 2 to 3 years as he is 61 and I am 59. He works in oil and gas and I'm a Director of Sales for a Hilton property in ...
That sounds very exciting. Good for you! We have never been there but have heard great things. We are looking for a place to start a life where we can do as much or as little as we want. Island time sounds so nice to us as are lives have been all ... Read More