Reflections on a Decade of Shopping El Buen Fin
Over a decade after Mexico introduced its version of the ‘Black Friday’ shopping event, Foreign Native reflects on its relevance amidst increasing online sales
Mexico Home Life
Local knowledge, ideas, and inspiration to help you create and settle-in well to your home living spaces in Mexico
Local knowledge, ideas, and inspiration to help you create and settle-in well to your home living spaces in Mexico
Remembering Delivery Workers on Postman’s Day in Mexico
November 12 is "Dia del Cartero" —Postman’s Day— in Mexico. Traditionally it recognizes post service workers, although couriers should be remembered too
Mexico’s (No) Clock-Time Changes in Spring & Fall 2025
Most of Mexico won’t change its clocks this spring & fall, but clock changes elsewhere will create time differences to note when you plan travels and meetings
Mi Calaverita: Mexico’s Trick or Treat Traditions
Discover how Mexican culture has assimilated the Halloween custom of trick-or-treating into its own Day of the Dead traditions
The Transition to Fall: Autumn Climates in Mexico
Autumn temperatures along Mexico's coasts are usually pleasantly warm, and elevated areas inland can feel cooler, or cold overnight
Mexico’s Minimum Wage Increases by 12% in 2025
Mexico implements eight consecutive years of double-digit daily minimum wage rises with an increase of 12% for 2025—to $278.80 pesos per work day
Mexico’s (No) Clock-Time Changes in Spring & Fall 2024
Most of Mexico won’t change its clocks this spring & fall, but clock changes elsewhere will create time differences to note when you plan travels and meetings
Total & Partial Solar Eclipse Across Mexico in April 2024
Some places in Mexico will experience total darkness during this year's solar eclipse, and almost all of Mexico will experience the eclipse to some degree
Mexico’s Minimum Wage Increased by 20% for 2024
Mexico implements six consecutive years of double-digit daily minimum wage rises with another increase of 20% in 2024—to $248.93 pesos per work day
Mexico’s (No) Clock-Time Changes in Spring & Fall 2023
Most of Mexico won’t change its clocks this spring & fall, but clock changes elsewhere will create time differences to note when you plan travels and meetings
Enjoying Mexico’s Vibrant and Colorful Summer Climates
Mexican summers bring high temperatures, refreshing —sometimes dramatic— rain storms, vibrant colorful landscapes, and fragrant floral scents
Warm and Agreeable Spring Climates in Mexico
Springtime in Mexico begins on or around March 21st each year, but by late February, the first signs of spring can be seen and felt across the country
