Don’t miss the fabulous AANY show this Saturday and Sunday… a great place for unique Christmas gifts! Lots of music this week too, as Mexico prepares for Virgen of Guadalupe Day on Dec. 12…

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This week, news about an equine therapy program for children, soybeans as a new Yucatan crop, small businesses getting some attention and assistance, and much more…

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Anyone moving to another country needs advice on everything from how to pay their bills to how to structure their new business. We have some very important people we’d like you to meet…

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Two Kittens, One Dog… all spayed, given their shots, and healthy as can be. All they lack now is good homes, and that is where you come in…

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Have you noticed how many films are playing these days in Merida? Merida is going film-crazy, and there are some wonderful obscure films playing this week, not the least of which is Carnival of Souls. Lots of great music, including a very big concert this weekend…

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The International Women’s Club celebrates, the new cool weather brings out the bikers and the tourists, driving in Merida turns out to be safer than you think, and much more…

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Building or renovating a house in Merida? The combined team of Michael Reper, interiors, and Mercedes Sanchez and Alvaro Cervera, architects, together can create an environment you love to live in.

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Economical and spacious apartments just off Paseo Montejo for rent by the day, month or year. The excellent staff makes Suites del Sol a favorite for many repeat vacationers…

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Yucatecan food with the best balcony seats in the Centro.

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Hamburgers, fries, pasta… you’ll think you’re in the States.

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Adventurous cuisine in a contemporary setting

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Coffee shop in the Centro open 24 hours.

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Elegant dining just outside of Merida to the north.

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This week the VIII Bird Festival is here. Still on Xmatkuil Fair with a lot of activities and shows, as always great movies around town and don’t miss the Revolution Day Parade on Friday at 6:00 PM!

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What can a laptop and as little as $6000 USD get you? A fully furnished home in Mexico! Tropical Cocoon furnishings has taken the nightmare out of furnishing a home or condo in Mexico.

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This week, news about the winners of the (hopefully) first annual Solidaire du Chocolat regatta, as well as a weightlifter in Valladolid and the direction of money being sent between the US and Mexico…

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This Saturday, Merida English Library plays host to what we hope will be the First Annual Alternative Healthcare Fair in Merida, bringing together over 20 alternative healthcare practitioners from around the city…

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This week read about Hurricane Ida effects in El Salvador, Honduras and Mexico; an interesting article about Yucatan in a China Newspaper and plans to modernize the old Guayaberas!

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This week is full of horror and comedy movies. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear some of the greatest voices of Yucatan and of course Tango Night is here! Wait for more additions during the week and make sure to visit the State Fair at Xmatkuil.

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We have had TWO… not one, but TWO… adoptions this week. We’re happy about that, but there’s more to do….

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We aren’t at the moment worried that the hurricane will hit Merida or the Progreso area, but we’re keeping an eye on it… for ourselves, and for our friends along the Mayan Riviera. We’ll update here with how things are going in Merida…

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Puppies are cute, but they sure are a lot of work. Why not get a dog that is already house-trained and socialized? Cleo is a dog just like that… she gets along with everyone and is just looking for a permanent home…

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A new study shows reveals the Yucatan’s economic future, Merida places #2 in digital cities in Latin America and Samuel Barrera paints a $30,000 peso note with a habanero on it…

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An exceptional French cellist joins our symphony this weekend, movies of the season abound and there are some magical trova and dance performances. And there’s a fiesta in Tekax…

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Just two blocks from our home, the Yucatan tradition of Hanal Pixan (Day of the Dead) was brought out into the streets for all of us to share, enjoy and contribute to…

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