I just got a message from MIKE RUGGERI about an important chocolate discovery in the Yucatan! “Seed residues of chocolate have been found in a dish and not vases for the first time in Mesoamerica. The discovery was made at the Paso del Macho site near a ball court in the Maya Puuc region of the … [Read more...]
Volaris Airlines to Launch Uruapan-Los Angeles Service in Early October
August 1, 2012
I just heard that Mexican low-cost carrier VOLARIS AIRLINES is launching service from Uruapan in Michoacán state to Los Angeles International Airport on Tuesdays beginning October 2. Volaris has become Mexico’s second largest airline since Mexicana ceased operations and Uruapan will become Volaris … [Read more...]
3rd Mexico Health Travel Forum – August 22-24, 2012
July 23, 2012
Attend the 3rd Annual Health Travel Fair in Vallarta and Social Network on A Bay Cruise - All FGTM 2012 participants are welcome to enjoy tequila, Mexican music and dancing accompanied by a romantic Vallarta sunset and dazzling night lights. A seafood, meat and fowl buffet will be enjoyed by all. Do … [Read more...]
Driving in Mexico 2––Don’t Drive While Married – John Scherber: An American Voice in Mexico
July 22, 2012
Driving in Mexico 2 is a welcome sequel to last week's witty, humorous story about driving in Mexico. You haven't driven until you've driven in Mexico! In my previous post (DRIVING IN MEXICO––NO COUNTRY FOR NEW CARS) I established that contrary to the superficial impression of many, Méxican … [Read more...]
Current Trends in Mexican Real Estate Investment in the USA
July 20, 2012
“All men’s gains are the fruit of venturing.”’ Herodotus In 2011, Mexicans, both US and Mexican-born, purchased $5.74 billion dollar of US real estate. This represents 7% of properties sold to international buyers and makes Mexico the third largest investor behind Canada and China. Why? Some of … [Read more...]
A Taste of La Cruz by Landon Hollander
July 16, 2012
A Taste of La Cruz Saturday July 21, 2012 - 7:00 PM Location: Main Plaza (Plaza Publica Benito Juarez) La Cruz de Huanacaxtle A TASTE OF LA CRUZ , “Wine, Food & More” will take place in the Main Plaza (Plaza Benito Juarez) of La Cruz on July 21st, 2012 at 7:00 – 10:00 PM. This event, … [Read more...]
REALTORREALTOR® and Coyotaje by John Glaab, CIPS
July 16, 2012
The word, REALTOR® has international trade mark protection through the National Association of Realtors®. (NAR) It is used by 1.2 million practitioners in the United States and by international REALTORS® in more than 56 countries who are affiliated with NAR. Members of the Mexican Association of … [Read more...]
Doña Maria and Her Rooster – Part 2 by Michael Osias, A Canuck in Mexico
July 15, 2012
Acaponeta – Chapter 2 (Click this link to read Part 1) Backpack in place, dodging through the throngs of travelers, I finally found myself outside the roofless bus station, looking for the village church. The constant clanging of the massive bells from the cathedral's twin towers easily marked my … [Read more...]
Hot Fun in the Summertime! – by Jim Donahoe, Baja Sur
July 11, 2012
Sly and the Family Stone made this song a hit in 1969, but it might as well have been written as the anthem song for summers in La Paz, BCS, Mexico. Hot and Fun! Oh, and so many traditions, like counting the number of times each day that someone tells you how hot it is. Oh, really? There are many … [Read more...]
Art Exhibition “In the Garden” – Transportadores del Tiempo – Cathy Chalvignac, Artist, Ajijic, Lake Chapala
July 10, 2012
Art lovers! If you’re anywhere near Ajijic mark Saturday, July 28th on your calendar. Join CATHY CHALVIGNAC at her Art Exhibition “In the Garden” – Transportadores del Tiempo – 16 de Septiembre #22, Ajijic, Jalisco, Mexico – from 3 p.m. Cathy is a talented artist and a fascinating individual! … [Read more...]
