So, you've decided to make the leap and move to Mérida, but you have no idea where to start when it comes to looking for an apartment or home in Mexico. On top of that, you realize that one semester of Spanish in 8th grade is not going to get you very far. No fret my friend, I've got you covered. This post will give you all the details on how to find a home or an apartment in Merida, Mexico. [spacer height="20px"] Step 1: Define Your Priorities Before diving into the rental market in Mérida, Mexico, take...

We've all heard the commercial about how customers saved 15% by switching to Geico, well, I'm going to show you guys how I managed to save over $1800 in monthly expenses by moving to Mexico. Picture it. October 2017. Fresh off an almost 2 year stint abroad and off the heels of a last-minute decision to not return to my beloved Madrid, I decided to stay in Atlanta and...

Arriving to Mérida in January of 2019, co-working spaces were unheard of here. There were essentially none. However, more and more are popping up and, not only that, the young expat community in Mérida has grown as well (which was also none existent when I arrived). I've found my tribe of young, Black (M)expats who all either work for themselves or are working remotely, like myself, so we often get together for co-working sessions, bouncing ideas off each other and offering up ideas and suggestions on how to elevate our businesses. If you're in Mérida...

I spend a lot of time in coffee shops. I mean, A LOT! Being a digital nomad, means I spend a lot of time behind the computer. It can be a very isolated world, so my way of being "social" is changing up my scenery, moving beyond the four walls of my apartment and setting up shop in a cute coffee shop. It's the perfect way to be around people, but not necessarily have to interact with them. I'm sure my fellow introverts can fully understand and appreciate this. With so much of my time...

Thrown to the wiles of the wilderness, left to forage for food and salvage whatever modesty you have left after popping a squat behind a tree. Ahh yes, the beauty of becoming one with nature on an adventurous camping experience. While that may be someone's idea of a good time, this wanderer prefers a little more comfort and modern conveniences. Don't get me wrong, I've been camping. Three times. It was fun and I'd absolutely do it again. But, if given the choice, sign me up for a luxurious glamping experience instead. If you're in...

Yep. You read that right. I moved to Mexico. Quit my job on a Friday and was on the first thing smokin' out of Atlanta that following Tuesday. If it sounds like this was an impulsive decision, well, yeah...