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Travel to Mexico with Sandra and Jeff

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We have gathered together our notes from our time in Mexico and this board is designed to provide helpful information about planning your dream trip to Mexico
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Mexico City

As American expat nomads, we often find ourselves transiting through BIG cities like Mexico City - however we found affordable accommodations conveniently located – and it turned out to be the perfect stop for budget-conscious travelers like us.

 
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This is one of the resources we use to find cheap flights
PDX to Mexico City Flight Deals
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As American expat nomads, we often find ourselves transiting through vibrant cities like Mexico City. Here's why decided to explore Mexico City before, heading to Guanajuato
From Chile to Guanajuato: Why Mexico City Was the Perfect Stop for Nomads Like Us -
 
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Some of the best budget-friendly things to do in Mexico City are woven into its museums, parks, and public spaces—where history, art, and daily life come together. Join us on a walking tour through some of the city’s most iconic spots, from historic ...
Explore Budget Friendly Things to Do in Mexico City
 
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In this post we share our experience using a guided tour to visit the pyramids outside of Mexico City.
Our Day Trip to the Pyramids from Mexico City
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Our visit to the Palacio de Bellas Artes in Mexico City was a delightful surprise!
Exploring Palacio de Bellas Artes - Mexico City, Mexico -
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When we are preparing to travel to a new destination and find fun things to do we save them to this list.
Curated Travel Experiences Worldwide - Mexico City
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let’s be real: international travel can get expensive fast. After years of traveling internationally together on a budget, we’ve learned how to stretch our budget without sacrificing the experiences that matter most. Here are some tips to save money...
18 of Our Top International Travel Hacks for Couples to Save Money while Traveling -
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About Us

We’re Sandra and Jeff—a couple who, in 2023, packed up what we would carry with us, sold almost everything else, and left the United States to become American Expat and senior nomads - exploring the world on a budget, one country at a time.

 
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We’re Sandra and Jeff—a couple who, in 2022, decided to trade a predictable life for an unpredictable adventure. We packed up, sold almost everything, and dove into our new-to-us American Expat and senior nomad lifestyle and headed out figure out whe...
About Us and Our Travel Blog
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So, how much does it cost to travel full-time? That’s exactly what we’re breaking down in this post. But this isn’t about what it costs to travel—it’s about what we actually spent to live abroad for a year, including everyday expenses we would have h...
Our First-Year Budget and Expenses as American Expats and Senior Nomads (We travel fulltime!)
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Travel Resources

Links to resources to help you plan your next trip.

 
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we operate on a modest budget, aiming to spend less than our cost of living back home. So even though we are traveling the world full time, finding affordable places to stay is key to stretching our dollars. In this post, we’ll share some strategies ...
Finding Affordable Places To Stay: Stretch Your Travel Dollar
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Here are the tools we use planning our travels!
✈🚅🚌🚢Travel Resources we use for planning our fulltime travel adventures
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Climate and Average Weather Year Round in Mexico City Mexico
Mexico City Climate, Weather By Month, Average Temperature (Mexico)
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Need to know the currency exchange rate for the US Dollar to Mexico Peso? Here you go!
Currency Exchange Rates for all over the world
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Our Free Itinerary Checklist is designed to work hand-in-hand with the travel planning tools featured on our Essential Tools and Resources page. Whether you’re looking for the best travel apps, packing organizers, or budget-friendly booking services, our travel resources page has you covered with expert recommendations and must-haves to make your trip smooth and hassle-free.
Don't forget to grab your Free Itinerary Checklist
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Essential Travel Apps We Use as American Expats and Nomads
Top 18 Essential Travel Apps We Use as American Expats and Nomads
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We also lived in Guanajuato for five weeks and think you might want to add it to your Mexico City itinerary!

 
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We also lived in Guanajuato for five weeks and shared our expereinces on this Benable board.
Travel Mexico: Guanajuato
 
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Pick up your rental car in Mexico City for more options
Cheap Car Rental in Mexico City from $15 - FREE Cancellation
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guided tour, taste Mexican meal on an island, party during a cocktail workshop meet people all over
Mexico City: All Inclusive Boat Tour in Xochimilco
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unique opportunity to visit the stunning Tolantongo Caves, a natural paradise located in the state of Hidalgo. Swim in the thermal waters and enjoy a relaxing day in one of Mexico's wonders.
From Mexico City: Tolantongo Caves Small Group Tour