Looking for a taste of home in La Paz? This breakfast café in El Centenario serves up a delicious French Canadian brunch. By Fern Corraini What do the following things have in common? poutine, Leonard Cohen, maple syrup, Montreal smoked meat, Rocket Richard, Celine Dion, Bon Appétit … Continue reading...
The Cost of Living in La Paz, BCS
What expenses can I expect to pay as a homeowner in La Paz? How much does it cost to live in La Paz? This is one of the many questions we often get from our clients who are considering a move here from another country. The answer varies, of course, on your lifestyle, but following is an overview of … Continue reading...
How to Pet a Baby Grey Whale
Head to nearby Puerto Chale for an amazing experience you won't soon forget. Booking a trip to go see the grey whales as they raise their babies in Magdalena Bay, on the Pacific side of the Baja peninsula, is one of those iconic Baja experiences not to be missed. In the past, to go see the whales, … Continue reading...
Spotlight on El Centenario: Where to Buy Locally Produced Food
Farm-raised chicken, hand-made cheeses and heavenly bacon, it's all available right here in El Centenario. By Fern Corraini One of the best perks of living in El Centenario is that we’re able to take advantage of food items produced right here in our pueblo. What a rare treat it is to … Continue reading...
Spotlight on El Centenario: Holiday Edition
Angye's is the perfect local place to shop for holiday décor and gifts. By Fern Corraini As the holiday season approaches, what better time of year to introduce you to Angye's, a new gift store in El Centenario? The store’s namesake, Angelica, and her bilingual husband, Fernando, will … Continue reading...
La Paz Area Shopping Guide
Our list of La Paz area stores where you can shop for gifts for your friends and family, and for yourself! When you move to La Paz from another country, part of the challenge is figuring out where to shop. Most of us rely on word of mouth, but when you’re new to the area and don’t know anyone, it … Continue reading...
Property Management in La Paz
What is a property management service and do I need one? Property managers in La Paz are individuals or businesses that offer services to look after and maintain your La Paz area home. Typically used by part-time and seasonal residents, property management services in La Paz can include … Continue reading...
Prepping for Baja’s Storm Season
Whether you’re buying or selling a home in La Paz, here’s how to make sure you’re prepared for rainy season. It’s that time of year: storm season in La Paz. While technically the “hurricane season” in the Pacific can start as early as May and last through November, the typical rainy months in La … Continue reading...
Building in Baja
A practical guide to building your dream home in La Paz, BCS A beachfront villa overlooking the Sea of Cortez. A hilltop home with panoramic ocean views. A simple bungalow with a rooftop sunset deck. Whatever your vision of a dream home looks like, chances are you can build it here in Baja. … Continue reading...
Are Your La Paz Real Estate Plans On Hold?
We understand, it’s frustrating. We’re here to help. Have you had to put your plans for the La Paz real estate market on hold? Maybe you’ve been watching Mexico Life on HGTV and yelling at your TV, “We should be there right now!” Or maybe you were planning to sell your La Paz area home, and now you … Continue reading...