City housing shortage, not gentrification, drives prices skyward as planning lags behind demand and foreigner influence ...

Playa del Carmen is a vibrant beach town, just an hour south of Cancun. There’s typically plenty of hot water, and reliable ...

This rich cultural tapestry extends a warm welcome to expats, making you feel embraced — a definite advantage of living in Mexico. Mexico’s inviting climate serves as a major attraction for ...

Despite growing political tensions, Black women are still finding a haven within Mexico’s borders, and doing their part to become one with the locals.

Thanks to a recommendation from old friends, we discovered what will likely be our winter getaway in Mexico as long as we’re physically able.

A new survey ranking the friendliest — and least friendly — countries to move to for work, school, or retirement was released — with the US far from the top.

The world's friendliest country for expats has been revealed in a survey by InterNations, with Costa Rica top of the list. One expat describes the locals as 'generally, gentle, lovely people'.

Gütersloh, Germany To the Editor: As an expat myself (in Mexico), I read with some interest Paul Theroux’s opinion on the inevitable disillusion facing anyone attempting the expat life.

The writer is an American expat who lives part time in Mexico. She noticed that Mexicans tend to be more indirect and like cheeky jokes.

Mexico’s hospital system ranges from free to private. Most expats prefer private hospitals and healthcare providers. “Our doctor makes house calls for 600 pesos (about $36),” Pontius said.

Avoid living near tourist areas if your top priority is stretching your retirement dollars in Mexico. Property taxes are less than $200 a year, unless you have a large home.