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Health Care in La Paz, Option 2: IMSS

By Fern Corraini

Part 2 in our series about health care options in La Paz, Mexico
An employed Mexican citizen is eligible for a higher level of medical care than the basic Seguro Popular (see Option #1). Called IMSS (pronounced “eems”), t...

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Public Health Insurance in Mexico

Part 1 in our series about health care options in La Paz, Mexico
We get lots of questions about healthcare options in La Paz. This post is an update of an article originally published in the Vista Properties Newsletter.

What would happen if ...

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Camping in Agua Verde, Baja California Sur

This peaceful bay south of Loreto is home to calm, turquoise waters, tranquil beaches, and lots of pelicans!
Camping at Agua Verde, a beautiful slice of shoreline nestled in an aquamarine bay about 30 miles south of Loreto, has been high on our...

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Can You Find Home in La Paz, Mexico?

The Baja Citizen is a wonderful English language magazine distributed free of charge in the La Paz area.  The article below first appeared in the Jan/Feb 2019 issue, and we thank its editor, Gari-Ellen Donohoe, and the article's author, Flavi...

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Horseback Riding in La Paz

Trail rides at Rancho El Cajon feature friendly guides, beautifully kept horses and stunning scenery.
Horseback riding on the beach is one of those activities that sits atop many a traveler's bucket list. It doesn't require advance courses or c...

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Hiking in Baja California Sur

Serendipity and San Antonio
By Fern Corraini

La Paz, BCS may be best known for its location on the magical Sea of Cortez and for its stunning beaches, but plenty of opportunities also abound for hiking in La Paz, Baja California Sur. Here, our...

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Pacific Beachfront Properties

Do you dream of a home overlooking the Pacific Ocean? Do you imagine yourself lulled to sleep by the sound of the waves just steps from your front door? Are you longing to stroll long, empty stretches of beach at sunrise while you watch whales ...

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Carnaval La Paz 2019

By Fern Corraini
February 28 - March 5

Carnaval La Paz starts this weekend in downtown La Paz! Whether you're visiting during this time or a full-time resident, Carnaval La Paz is a fun, week-long celebration that is not to be missed.

Unlike...

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Introducing Vista Colinas

Affordable Ocean View Homes
Yes, you can get an ocean view home without spending a fortune! Here in the hills of El Centenario, your dream home awaits. Introducing Vista Colinas, a fenced enclave of homes situated in the hills of rapidly growi...

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Cycling in La Paz

The La Paz cycling community is friendly and welcoming. Here's how I got started.
By Fern Corraini

I have a bossy friend who decided that I should take up cycling at age 64. I firmly told her no. That’s completely out of the question, I said...

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