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How to Confidently Order Food in a Mexican Restaurant (Cheat Sheet with 60+ Phrases)
If you’re traveling to Mexico, you surely want to enjoy the delicious Mexican food. However, dining out can be intimidating if you don’t know Spanish. Knowing a bit of the local language goes a long way, especially outside the main tourist areas. With some Spanish phrases, you can not only communicate your needs, but locals tend to be more open when you try to speak their language. So, for your next visit to a Mexican restaurant, download my cheat sheet to learn the basic vocabulary and local customs. !A comer! (Let’s eat!) Phrases for Confidently Ordering Food in a Mexican Restaurant In the following, you can find typical phrases and…
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How to Easily Pay Your Vehicle Tax in Puebla, Mexico (2025)
If you have registered your car in the state of Puebla, Mexico, you have to pay your vehicle tax once a year. It’s actually a pretty simple process you can do online, and there are various payment options. After having lived in Puebla for over 3 years, I’ll walk you through the process so you can also do it easily by yourself. Let’s get started! Who has to pay vehicle taxes? Everyone who has their vehicle registered in Puebla, Mexico. In 2025, electric and hybrid cars are exempt from the tax. How much is the vehicle tax in Puebla? Currently, the vehicle tax is 670 MXN (33 USD) for the…
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25 Colloquial Mexican Spanish Phrases That Make Speaking to Locals More Fun!
Mexico is a country with a rich culture, delicious food, and also unique expressions. If you’re planning a trip to Mexico or just want to understand Mexican Spanish better, learning some common phrases can help you sound more natural and connect with locals. And understand when you’re being insulted (strong words marked with **). Here’s a list of 25 colloquial Mexican Spanish phrases, their meanings, and examples of how to use them in everyday conversations. List of Colloquial Mexican Spanish Phrases The following list is by no means extensive, but it teaches you the phrases that you’re most likely to come across when being in Mexico. You might hear them…
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4 Fun Ways to Learn Mexican Spanish: My Experience with UNAM, Pimsleur, Lingopie & FluentU
Learning Mexican Spanish is a good idea when you’re going to Mexico and you don’t want to rely on your English language skills only. I’ve already covered the most basic phrases in my Basic Mexican Spanish Language Guide, which should help you get along when you’re on vacation. But what if you want to take a step further and have real conversations with locals? Or maybe you’re even considering moving to Mexico? Then, grinding through vocabulary lists alone won’t get you there. Let me give you some tips on how best to go about learning Mexican Spanish with the programs I used myself. Programs to Learn Mexican Spanish There are…
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19 Top Excursions from Puebla City You’ll Love (Half-Day and Day Trips)
Are you staying in Puebla for a while and don’t know what to do? Have you already seen all the great architecture, parks, and restaurants that the city offers? Well, a day trip or excursion to the surrounding area might be just what you need to keep things interesting. Here are some tips for what you can do from Puebla as the starting point on a day-trip or even half-day trip from a local guide. Visit Nearby Pueblos Mágicos Pueblos Mágicos (Magical Towns) are less-visited towns promoted by the Mexican government for their outstanding cultural, historical, or gastronomic heritage. They’re less overrun and crowded than the typical tourist spots and…
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Verificación Vehicular in Puebla, Mexico (2025): With Step-by-Step Instructions
If you drive a car in Puebla, you’ve probably heard about the “Verificación Vehicular”. This emissions test is mandatory for most vehicles and is designed to help reduce air pollution. But how does the process work? What documents do you need? And what happens if you don’t take the test? Here’s everything you need to know, including step-by-step instructions, from a local resident. Let me guide you through this process that I’ve done 3 times already. What is the Verificación Vehicular? The Verificación Vehicular (literally “vehicle verification”) is a legally required emissions test for vehicles in Mexico. The goal is to ensure that vehicles stay within certain emissions limits to…
