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  1. Used Total Play when I moved to the other side of Mexico and received excellent service. However, I lived in a real city so that might make a difference. I did like their customer service which was readily available and responsive. Good luck.
  2. Didn't see, in the original post, any of the stats now widely available regarding the children developing a syndrome mimicking Kawasaki disease, which is a growing population. If you felt your children were invulnerable you could cheerfully send them off to school. Since many doctors in Mexico have admitted that the published numbers for Mexican infections from Covid 19 are a substantial undercount, again, mingle. What do you have to lose?
  3. I have 3 doctor friends in Mexico who correspond with me regarding the virus, one in DF, one in Cuernavaca and one working in a hospital on secondment in Monterrey. They all confirmed this: they are directed to only count Covid deaths if the patient was tested IN a hospital before they died. Anyone arriving dead or dying is not counted. Therefore, any of your neighbors could die from the virus and not be counted but be a source of infection. Clearly there is a significant undercount in Mexico. While Mexico is often described as a place where expats go to die, I suspect there aren't any of you who would like to go via this disease. Those who refuse to educate themselves, believe in the advice of science or take precautions will shuffle off this not fake mortal coil. Adios.
  4. As per usual no one addresses the fact that not only are there infrastructure issues, but the local Mexicans are being squeezed out of the housing markets. So Mitch, please learn Spanish then explore the rest of Mexico. I lived in Ajijic 5 years, moved to another city in a different part of Mexico with fewer expats and am very happy there. Same general issues but much better management of traffic, roads, jobs, education and so on, ad nauseum. Good luck.
  5. To avoid any issues with pets and hotels, don't stay in hotels. They are not supportive of pets. I have made your same trip several times with 3 large dogs. I don't mention them when checking in (no tels work if you arrive early with food but there are plenty of motels on the coast) and have never had a problem. If you don't speak Spanish (hopefully you're learning?) bring an app that supports translation in case of an emergency. I had a blowout driving North recently which left me facing 3 lanes of oncoming traffic on the side with no shoulder. Luckily the Federales drove by and called a tow truck for me while I waved traffic out of my lane. You never know and as a single woman it's best to prepare for eventualities. Have water and oil in your car and pre-program the numbers for emergency calls in each of the states you will pass through. My final bit of advice: remember Mexico is a big country and each region has value so don't get stuck in an English speaking area rut. Yeah, don't bother with the comments, to some it's a rut.
  6. I wouldn't be surprised if the number of ill people is irrelevant to the success of these two hospitals. They will simply adjust prices accordingly as they have a growing and virtually captive client base. Good luck everyone!
  7. Probably but you can confirm by looking on their website. This is semana santa so it might be busier than usual.
  8. Couldn't agree more with Rick about not driving through McAllen unless you're an experienced, in Mexico, driver. There have been some unfortunate incidents lately on that road South which don't make the English language press....there are reasons for that. Stick to the main routes, use the locations to stay that Rick recommends and don't trust your GPS. The only point where we diverge is in money changing. You can ask your bank to give you pesos for the journey and, depending on the bank, there is usually a very small charge. Anywhere near the border has a surcharge for convenience. However, carry no large sums of money on the journey, just enough for gas, food, motels etc. Good luck!
  9. There are alternatives to your immense knowledge of these women's lives--I would buy bananas, tangerines or any other fruit I could peel and give to the children. Imagine not having the education or confidence that would not permit you, a poor woman in any country, to refuse being impregnated by some :(). Try to think beyond the length of your nose.
  10. You won't loose it but you may well lose it. However, since it has never been legal to receive the signal in Mexico, count all the time you had it and rejoice.
  11. Hey Eazy: There are many telecom companies in Mexico now. You need not deal with Telcel. As suggested, keep the Nokia, a reliable product, and buy services from one of the competitors. I use unefone which costs $150mp per month and includes US calls as well. Good luck.
  12. Just to answer your question-yes, there are classes in the area. You can find the information in the office at LCS or you can send me a pm and I will put you in touch with a friend who supported a woman through the process. Memory says it took 2 years and wasn't cheap, but best to ask someone knowledgeable, not on this board. They're still having trouble staying focused on the question. Good luck.
  13. Astonishing that so many expats feel entitled to use the healthcare system (SP) they have never paid into...how, exactly, do you justify that? For those who have worked and paid taxes in Mexico there is a significant difference. If you can afford to qualify for temporal or permanente, can you not buy private insurance, leaving more money in the system for the impoverished?
  14. I found a simpler method. I use Transferwise and they ship money from my US account to my Mexican one (at excellent exchange rates) and for a very low fee. They are London based and started by the same man who began PayPal. I have used them this way for 4 years without a single issue. Good luck!
  15. Go directly to a Notarios office. I recommend Luis Enrique Ramos in San Antonio. He had my document, with my specific requests, ready in 3 days for a nominal fee. I then took a copy to my doctor who keeps it in my file. He understands I do not want life saving measures, especially since they rarely are... And I have the document copies with my family, a local friend and visibly posted inside my front door. If all that fails, will I notice? Good luck and even better planning.
  16. Thanks Rony. I didn't notice the date. I will find the place in Chapala and see what the prices are now.
  17. Gracias. I would like a contact number.
  18. Yes, Ajijic based and with many customers who will act as references. Give him a call or let me know via pm and I will call to answer any questions.
  19. Several people asked where I found a service to provide garden services that didn't entail hiring a full/part time gardener, but who arrived with a crew as required. I have now checked with the owner of the service I use and he said he would be glad to speak to anyone who wants this type of service. When they arrive 2-4 gardeners mow, prune, trim and sweep. In my case they are usually finished in a half hour with my required tasks and then spend extra time helping with extras. If you're interested you can contact Antonio Martinez directly at 331 143 4168. He will come by to see what you need and how long it will take. I'm not sure about his English as I speak Spanish to him but he works for my neighbor (who is not bi-lingual) and they seem to manage. He has been reliable, helpful and knowledgeable in all his dealings with me.
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