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  • Tacos Arrachera at a Mexican Restaurant with Pico de Gallo and Salsa
    Living in Mexico,  Travel Tips

    How to Confidently Order Food in a Mexican Restaurant (Cheat Sheet with 60+ Phrases)

    April 11, 2025 /

    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 communicate your needs, and locals tend to be more open when you try to speak their language. Before you head to a restaurant in Mexico the next time, 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 Here’s a breakdown of useful phrases and customs, organized…

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    Living in Mexico,  Travel Tips

    25 Colloquial Mexican Spanish Phrases That Make Speaking to Locals More Fun!

    March 14, 2025 /

    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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    Living in Mexico,  Travel Tips

    4 Fun Ways to Learn Mexican Spanish: My Experience with UNAM, Pimsleur, Lingopie & FluentU

    March 1, 2025 /

    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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    Living in Mexico,  Travel Tips

    Basic Spanish Language Guide for Your Next Vacation in Mexico – 70+ Useful Phrases

    September 14, 2024 /

    Are you planning your next vacation in Mexico and want to learn some simple phrases in Spanish to get along? This Basic Spanish Language Guide for Mexico helps you out! While you might get along just alright with English in the main tourist destinations like Mexico City and Cancún, some basic Spanish will always help you connect more with people. And if you travel to smaller or even rural destinations, knowing some simple phrases is vital. Let’s learn some Spanish! Basic Spanish Language Guide – 70+ Useful Phrases The following phrases help you get along in the most common situations on your travel through Mexico. Greetings and Farewells Agreeing or…

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    Discover Mexico’s Magical Towns (Pueblos Mágicos) – Local’s Guide

    August 30, 2024 /

    Mexico: A huge country with vibrant culture, breathtaking landscapes, and diverse traditions. First-time travelers to this beautiful country are probably drawn to its capital, Mexico City, or its beautiful beaches on the Riviera Maya or the peninsula of Baja California. However, there’s much more to discover: Magical Towns (Pueblos Mágicos), which are communities that stand out for their unique character, cultural richness, and natural beauty. Learn more about Magical Towns, and why they should be on your list of destinations! What are Magical Towns (Pueblos Mágicos)? Magical Towns (Pueblos Mágicos) are towns that have become part of the Programa Pueblos Mágicos (Magical Towns Program) brought to life by Mexico’s Secretariat…

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    You planned your trip to the pyramids, and then it happens: Montezuma’s revenge, also called traveler’s diarrhea, hits you and ruins your vacation. This is probably one of the most common fears that travelers are facing in Mexico. But no worries! With a good understanding of what to watch out for you’re well prepared to avoid complications. One thing upfront: Even Mexicans get Montezuma’s revenge from time to time, especially when they travel to another region within Mexico. So it’s not just you! Most of the time, the sickness lasts only for 1-3 days with mild symptoms. Still, here are some guidelines that will hopefully help you avoid it. So…

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