International Living recently came out with their list of the 7 best places in Mexico to live as a U.S. expat. We’ll share the list and our take on the various locations they recommend. We’ll also provide some perspective on the appeal to various types of expats, such as families with children, retirees, etc.

Since it’s the Christmas season, we thought we would share with you some of our experiences during the holidays in Mexico. You’ll learn some fun facts about the piñata, Mexican traditional celebrations and stories that will make you want to spend your next Christmas south of the border.