How to meet people and expand your La Paz area social circle When you first arrive in a new country it can feel a bit lonely, particularly if you are single and don’t already know someone living there. When the new country has a different primary language, it can be even more challenging. The good … Continue reading...
By Sue Bell When it comes to banking, there are many different banks to choose from in La Paz, but few of them are ones you will likely be familiar with as an expat. To help new arrivals to figure out where to start, I visited a few banks and went to the websites of others to get a sense of what … Continue reading...
Mary Lambert used to design interiors for hotels. Now, she helps clients visualize and decorate their Baja dream homes. You've built or bought your dream home in Baja. Now what? How do you make your new home look like those cool decorator photos you see online? Where do you begin to shop for … Continue reading...
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...
From Tijuana to La Paz, Our Tips for Driving the Baja Peninsula If you’ve read our Driving Baja Part 1 and Driving Baja Part 2 posts in this series, you've learned how to prepare for the your Baja road trip, and now have some insights on how and where to cross the border. In our third and final … Continue reading...
Answers to your questions about the cost, quality and availability of health care services in La Paz, BCS, Mexico What would happen if I got sick while visiting or living in La Paz? Is medical care here expensive? Is it modern? Is it safe? What kind of health care services can I get here? The … Continue reading...
The magic of Baja California Sur may not be as well-known to travelers as some more familiar Mexican destinations. However, once you have experienced all it has to offer, chances are you will fall in love with this amazing place. We did! If you've traveled at all in Mexico, taken a cruise to … Continue reading...
Welcome to This Baja Life, our blog where we are sharing our experiences as U.S. expats living in La Paz in Baja California Sur, Mexico. Moving to Mexico may seem like a big leap to take, but once you’ve experienced all that Baja has to offer, there’s a good chance you will fall head over heels in … Continue reading...
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