Mexican Gas Station SCAM #expatlifemexico
Finally, a gas pump attendant tried to scam me out of 200 pesos (about $12USD as of releasing this video.) Here are the rules: 1) Always make sure the pump starts at 00 2) Always make sure the credit card receipt matches the pump 3) If you pay in cash, count out the bills as […]
Driving North from La Paz to Oregon
Join Kat and Brighton West as they return from their seasonal stay in Mexico to Oregon, sharing insightful contrasts and observations made during their journey. From navigating the challenges of traveling with their carsick rescue dog Butters to handling the complexities of border crossings, this video is rich with personal stories and practical tips. – […]
Drive North Progress Report
We stopped on a beach near San Felipe on our drive from La Paz Mexico to Portland, OR.
Part Time Life in Mexico Makes Me Sad
Check out our sponsor BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com/AlmostRetired for 10% off of your first month. Join Brighton and Kat West in a new episode of Almost Retired in Mexico as they delve into the “Snowbird Blues,” reflecting on the complexities of seasonal migration from their vibrant life in La Paz, Mexico, to the rainy calm of Oregon. […]
Will Your Next 20 Years Look Just Like Your Last 20 Years?
Join us as Matthew Wheeler takes us through his transformative decision to leave his demanding job in the hospitality industry and pursue his dream of becoming an author — a choice that eventually led him and his family to a new home and life in La Paz, Mexico. Along the way, Matthew shares insights into […]
Annual Beach Cleanup in El Centenario 2024 #expatlifemexico
Thanks to Kat, Otton, Tiki Todd and 25+ volunteers for cleaning up the beach in El Centenario! If you decide to move to Mexico, I hope you’ll get involved in the community or organize events like this one to improve the community! Support this channel by buying me a margarita over at https://www.buymeamargarita.com The Mexico […]
I FINALLY Tried the Official Drink of La Paz: Doble Canala
The Doble Canala was born in La Paz at Bar Mundo – but it’s always sounded awful. With things I hate: Clam Juice and Tomato Juice. So I put off trying it until 2 weeks before I head north. And now I regret the delay. the Doble Canala is a delicious combination of flavors – […]
The Dirty Truth about La Paz, Mexico
Embark on a journey of understanding with us as we dive into the critical environmental issues facing the city of La Paz, Mexico, shedding light on the air quality challenges and the path toward a more sustainable future. Support CERCA or Learn More: https://cerca.org.mx To join the April 19, 2024 event, call 612-230-7768 to RSVP […]
Little-Known Benefit of Palapa Roofs: You See the Eclipse on Your Floor.
Kat just noticed that the holes in our palapa (palm thatched) roof are acting like pin-hole cameras and projecting the eclipse onto our floors! Support this channel by buying me a margarita over at https://www.buymeamargarita.com The Mexico Relocation Guide is the perfect resource for moving to Mexico. We’ve partnered with them and you can get […]
View from the beach in front of our house yesterday
I finally saw a SpaceX launch from our beach in El Centenario. It was a bit cloudy, but still very cool. I found these often get delayed from one day to the next, but there is a schedule online: https://www.spacelaunchschedule.com/ Support this channel by buying me a margarita over at https://www.buymeamargarita.com The Mexico Relocation Guide […]