Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz
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| Morelia Pink Stone and INM Queues | 22 Sep 2026 | 00:11:09 | |
Valeria navigates the rainy streets of Morelia to complete her INM residency appointment, securing her legal status before exploring local gastronomy and cultural sites. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 53 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Morelia, Mexico. Places in this episode: Aqueduct de Morelia, Fuente Las Tarascas, La Guarecita Tostadores de Café y Cacao, Plaza de Armas, Catedral de Morelia, Av. Camelinas, Chango Restaurante, Jardín de las Rosas. Covered: Residency Bureaucracy, Morelia Gastronomy, Cultural Festivals, Historic Architecture, Public Transit Safety, Cost of Living. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #MoreliaMexico #MichoacanTravel #ResidencyInMexico #DíaDeMuertosPrep #ColonialArchitecture #MexicanGastronomy #CarnitasLover #INMPaperwork #ExpatsInMexico #TravelPodcast #ValeriaCruz #MexicoCityToGuadalajara #UNESCOWorldHeritage #MariachiFestival #MoreliaHistoricCenter #LatinAmericanTravel #SlowTravel #DigitalNomadMexico | |||
| Morelia Pink Stone and INM Queues | 21 Sep 2026 | 00:10:25 | |
Valeria settles into her Morelia flat near the aqueduct, navigates the rainy afternoon light, and tackles the bureaucratic reality of securing her CURP at the INM office. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 52 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Morelia, Mexico. Places in this episode: Av. del Acueducto, Plaza de Armas, Jardín de las Rosas, Av. Madero, Chango Restaurante, Centro Cultural Clavijero, Palacio Clavijero. Covered: INM Residency Process, Morelia Gastronomy, Urban Transit Safety, Historic Architecture, Cost of Living Analysis. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #MoreliaMexico #MichoacanTravel #ExpatLifeMexico #ResidencyVisaMX #UNESCOWorldHeritage #PinkStoneCity #DíaDeMuertosPrep #MoreliaFoodGuide #InMAppointment #ExpatsInMexico #TravelTipsMexico #LatinAmericaTravel #ColonialArchitecture #CulturalImmersion #BudgetTravelMX #ValeriaCruzPodcast #MexicoLiving #PatzcuaroToMorelia | |||
| Morelia Day Two: Artisans, Aqueducts and the INM Queue | 20 Sep 2026 | 00:12:28 | |
Valeria explores the Día del Artesano parade in Morelia's historic centre, navigates the pink stone aqueduct, and faces the reality of residency paperwork at the INM office. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 51 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Morelia, Mexico. Places in this episode: Morelia Historic Centre, Aqueduct of Morelia, Plaza de Armas, Zócalo, Callejón del Romance, Jardín de las Rosas, Chango Restaurante, Banco BBVA. Covered: Día del Artesano Parade, Residency Bureaucracy, Morelia Gastronomy, Public Transit Systems, Historic Centre Architecture, Banking for Expats. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #MoreliaMexico #MichoacanTravel #DayOfTheDeadPrep #ArtisanParade #PinkStoneCity #ExpatLifeMexico #ResidencyProcess #INMMexico #MoreliaFood #CarnitasLover #UNESCOHeritage #TravelOnABudget #MexicoCityToGuadalajara #BajioRoadTrip #LocalCulture #SlowTravel #ValeriaCruzPodcast #MexicoLiving | |||
| Morelia Arrival and Pink Stone Beginnings | 19 Sep 2026 | 00:12:11 | |
Valeria crosses from Pátzcuaro to Morelia on a rainy September day, navigating the drive through lush hills, checking into a new flat near the aqueduct, and surveying the city's Day of the Dead preparations and residency logistics. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 50 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Morelia, Mexico. Places in this episode: Pátzcuaro, Acueducto de Morelia, Plaza de Armas, Catedral de Morelia, Jardín de las Rosas, Mercado Hidalgo, Museo Casa Natal de Morelos, La Guarecita Tostadores de Café y Cacao. Covered: Morelia Arrival, Residency Logistics, City Exploration, Cost of Living, Upcoming Festivals, Public Transit. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #MoreliaMexico #MichoacanTravel #DigitalNomadMexico #ExpatLifeMexico #ResidencyInMexico #DíaDeMuertosPrep #ColonialArchitecture #MexicanGastronomy #TravelPodcast #LivingInMexico #UNESCOWorldHeritage #ArtisanCrafts #MariachiFestival #BookFairMorelia #BudgetTravelMexico #LatinAmericaTravel #CulturalImmersion #MexicoCityToGuadalajara | |||
| Last Morning in Pátzcuaro Before the Move | 18 Sep 2026 | 00:09:23 | |
Valeria spends her final full day in Pátzcuaro before heading to Morelia for residency paperwork. She explores the quiet morning streets, grabs breakfast at a local fonda, and reflects on the town's transition into Day of the Dead season while navigating the practicalities of living here. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 49 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Pátzcuaro, Mexico. Places in this episode: Barrio de San Juan, Plaza Chica, Biblioteca Pública Gertrudis Bocanegra, Tiendita Verde, Plaza Vasco de Quiroga, Casa de los Once Patios, Nuevo Mercado Vasco de Quiroga, Av. Lázaro Cárdenas. Covered: Pátzcuaro Daily Life, Local Cuisine Costs, Residency Logistics, Market Exploration, Cultural Reflection. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Pátzcuaro #Michoacán #MexicoTravel #DigitalNomadMexico #ResidencyInMexico #DayOfTheDead #PurépechaCulture #LakePátzcuaro #JanitzioIsland #MexicanFood #TravelPodcast #ExpatLife #Morelia #INMMexico #Cempasúchil #Sobremesa #VanLifeMexico #SlowTravel | |||
| Last Day in Pátzcuaro Before the Move | 17 Sep 2026 | 00:09:50 | |
Valeria spends her final full day in Pátzcuaro, Michoacán. She visits the Janitzio pier at dawn, navigates the quiet streets before the Day of the Dead crowds arrive, and reflects on the residency paperwork that awaits in Morelia. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 48 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Pátzcuaro, Mexico. Places in this episode: Lake Pátzcuaro, Muelle General, Plaza Vasco de Quiroga, Basílica de Nuestra Señora de la Salud, Barrio de San Francisco, Nuevo Mercado Vasco de Quiroga, Casa de los Once Patios, Tiendita Verde. Covered: Residency Logistics, Local Cuisine Costs, Day of the Dead Buildup, Safety Context, Artisan Crafts, Lake Transport Logistics. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PatzcuaroTravel #MichoacanMexico #DayOfTheDeadPrep #ExpatLifeInMexico #ResidencyJourney #JanitzioIsland #PuebloMagico #MexicanFoodie #Corundas #CopperCrafts #LakePatzcuaro #PurerpechaCulture #TravelTipsMexico #ExpatsInMexico #MexicoCityToGuadalajara #HighlandLakes #SoloFemaleTraveler #BudgetTravelMexico | |||
| Independence Day Mist and Janitzio Dawn | 16 Sep 2026 | 00:09:57 | |
Day nine in Pátzcuaro. I navigate the rainy Independence Day morning, take a lancha to Janitzio Island at dawn, and reflect on the quiet buildup to Day of the Dead. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 47 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Pátzcuaro, Mexico. Places in this episode: Plaza Vasco de Quiroga, Loretta café Colonial, Malecón (Av. Lázaro Cárdenas), Muelle General, Janitzio Island, Casa de los Once Patios, Nuevo Mercado Vasco de Quiroga, Basílica de Nuestra Señora de la Salud. Covered: Janitzio Island Visit, Independence Day Atmosphere, Market Food Costs, Residency Delays, Lake Transport Logistics, Historical Reflection. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PatzcuaroMexico #LakePatzcuaro #JanitzioIsland #MichoacanTravel #DayOfTheDeadPrep #PaturepechaCulture #MexicoResidency #TravelMexico2026 #ColonialMexico #LakeLife #CopperCrafts #MexicanFoodie #HighlandClimate #TravelTipsMexico #ValeriaCruzPodcast #ExploreMichoacan #IndependentMexico #SlowTravel | |||
| Janitzio Dawn and the Copper Streets | 15 Sep 2026 | 00:10:14 | |
Valeria takes the lancha to Janitzio at dawn, explores the copper streets of Santa Clara del Cobre, and navigates the rainy Pátzcuaro market before Independence Day. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 46 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Pátzcuaro, Mexico. Places in this episode: Muelle General, Casa de los Once Patios, Plaza Vasco de Quiroga, Av. Lázaro Cárdenas, Hotel Pueblo Mágico, Ibarra 14 Hotel y Restaurante, Santa Clara del Cobre, Tiendita Verde. Covered: Janitzio Island Visit, Copper Crafts in Santa Clara, Residency Bureaucracy, Rainy Weather Patterns, Market Food Costs. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Patzcuaro #MichoacanMexico #LakePatzcuaro #DayOfTheDeadPrep #PuratepechaCulture #CopperCrafts #TravelMexico #ResidencyInMexico #LatinAmericaTravel #ValeriaCruzPodcast #MexicoCityToGuadalajara #HighlandLakes #ColonialArchitecture #MexicanCuisine #JanitzioIsland #SoloFemaleTravel #DigitalNomadMexico #IndigenousMexico | |||
| Rainy Pátzcuaro Mornings and Copper Dreams | 14 Sep 2026 | 00:13:00 | |
Day seven in Pátzcuaro finds Valeria navigating rainy cobblestones, hunting for residency banking answers, and diving deep into the town's copper craft heritage. A look at daily costs, local safety, and the quiet buildup to November. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 45 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Pátzcuaro, Mexico. Places in this episode: Plaza Vasco de Quiroga, Tiendita Verde, Banco BBVA, Barrio de San Francisco, Muelle General, Janitzio Island, Casa de los Once Patios, Santa Clara del Cobre. Covered: Residency Bureaucracy, Local Cuisine Costs, Artisan Crafts, Safety Context, Daily Life in Pátzcuaro, Weather and Altitude. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Pátzcuaro #Michoacán #MexicoTravel #DigitalNomadMexico #ResidencyInMexico #DayOfTheDead #PurépechaCulture #CopperCrafts #LakePátzcuaro #JanitzioIsland #MexicanFood #ColonialArchitecture #TravelTips #ExpatLife #SlowTravel #HighlandsOfMexico #SustainableTravel #LocalEats | |||
| Pátzcuaro Market Corn and Copper Dreams | 13 Sep 2026 | 00:09:31 | |
Valeria navigates the new Vasco de Quiroga market, eats corundas, attempts residency banking, and reflects on daily life in Pátzcuaro as Day of the Dead preparations begin. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 44 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Pátzcuaro, Mexico. Places in this episode: Plaza Vasco de Quiroga, Nuevo Mercado Vasco de Quiroga, Casa de los Once Patios, Banco Santander Smart, Loretta café Colonial, Malecón (Av. Lázaro Cárdenas), Muelle General, Tiendita Verde. Covered: Market Food Costs, Residency Banking Hurdles, Independence Day Buildup, Janitzio Island Views, Local Safety Context. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Patzcuaro #MichoacanMexico #DayOfTheDeadPrep #ExpatLifeMexico #ResidencyJourney #LakePatzcuaro #PurepechaCulture #TravelOnABudget #MexicoCityToGuadalajara #ColonialArchitecture #MarketFood #SoloFemaleTravel #DigitalNomadMexico #HighlandLakes #CulturalImmersion #MexicanTraditions #SlowTravel #ValeriaCruzPodcast | |||
| Janitzio Island Dawn and Market Corn | 12 Sep 2026 | 00:13:19 | |
Valeria takes the lancha to Janitzio at first light, explores the island's history and views, then returns to Pátzcuaro for a morning of market food and residency bureaucracy. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 43 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Pátzcuaro, Mexico. Places in this episode: Muelle General, Janitzio Island, Plaza Vasco de Quiroga, Nuevo Mercado, Casa de los Once Patios, Tiendita Verde, La Surtidora, Barrio San Francisco. Covered: Janitzio Island Visit, Market Food Costs, Residency Banking Hurdles, Pátzcuaro Daily Life, Safety Context, Independence Day Buildup. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Patzcuaro #JanitzioIsland #Michoacan #MexicoTravel #ExpatLife #DayOfTheDead #PurépechaCulture #LakePátzcuaro #StreetFoodMexico #ResidencyProcess #ColonialArchitecture #TravelDiaries #SlowTravel #CulturalImmersion #MexicanCuisine #SoloFemaleTravel #BudgetTravel #HiddenGems | |||
| Copper Streets and Cempasuchil Markets | 11 Sep 2026 | 00:10:17 | |
Valeria explores the artisan streets of Pátzcuaro, visits Santa Clara del Cobre for hammered copper, and dives into the early Day of the Dead preparations in the local markets. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 42 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Pátzcuaro, Mexico. Places in this episode: Santa Clara del Cobre, Plaza Vasco de Quiroga, Loretta café Colonial, Nuevo Mercado Vasco de Quiroga, Basílica de Nuestra Señora de la Salud, Casa de los Once Patios, Barrio de San Francisco, Muelle General. Covered: Santa Clara del Cobre crafts, Nuevo Mercado food costs, Day of the Dead early prep, Residency bureaucracy delays, Janitzio Island plans. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PatzcuaroTravel #MichoacanMexico #DayOfTheDeadPrep #SantaClaraDelCobre #ExpatsInMexico #ResidencyJourney #MexicanFoodie #LakePatZcuaro #PatrepechaCulture #TravelTipsMexico #ColonialArchitecture #ArtisanCrafts #SoloTravelFemale #MexicoLiving #BudgetTravelMX #CempasuchilSeason #JanitzioIsland #MarketExploration | |||
| Janitzio Lancha Ride and Copper Dreams | 10 Sep 2026 | 00:09:50 | |
Valeria takes the lancha to Janitzio Island, explores the copper workshops of Santa Clara del Cobre, and navigates the quiet tension between Independence Day festivities and local safety concerns in Pátzcuaro. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 41 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Pátzcuaro, Mexico. Places in this episode: Janitzio Island, Muelle General, Plaza Vasco de Quiroga, Barrio de San Juan, Vasco de Quiroga Municipal Market, Casa de los Once Patios, Basílica de Nuestra Señora de la Salud, Santa Clara del Cobre. Covered: Janitzio Island visit, Market food costs, Residency banking hurdles, Museum crafts exploration, Local security context, Independence Day buildup. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PatzcuaroTravel #JanitzioIsland #MichoacanCulture #DayOfTheDeadPrep #PurpechaHistory #MexicoTravelPodcast #CopperCrafts #LakePatzcuaro #ResidencyJourney #LocalMarkets #TraditionalFood #ColonialArchitecture #SafeTravelMexico #ArtisanVillages #IndigenousHeritage #FallFestivals #LivingInMexico #BudgetTravelTips | |||
| Patzcuaro Market Morning and Copper Dreams | 09 Sep 2026 | 00:10:55 | |
Day two in Pátzcuaro: navigating the new Vasco de Quiroga market, tasting churipo for a steal, and reflecting on the quiet tension between festive preparations and local safety concerns. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 40 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Pátzcuaro, Mexico. Places in this episode: Plaza Vasco de Quiroga, Nuevo Mercado Vasco de Quiroga, Casa de los Once Patios, Malecón (Avenida Lázaro Cárdenas), Muelle General, Tiendita Verde, Banco BBVA, Restaurante El Patio. Covered: Market Food and Costs, Local Safety Context, Artisan Crafts, Residency Logistics, Independence Day Festivities. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Patzcuaro #Michoacan #MexicoTravel #DayOfTheDead #TravelPodcast #LatinAmerica #FoodieTravel #CulturalHeritage #SoloTravel #ResidencyInMexico #LakePatzcuaro #PurépechaCulture #BudgetTravel #MexicanFood #ArtisanCrafts #TravelTips #ValeriaCruz #MexicoLiving | |||
| Arriving in Pátzcuaro: Lake, Copper and the Quiet Before | 08 Sep 2026 | 00:10:04 | |
Valeria crosses from Salvatierra to Pátzcuaro. We explore the plaza, the lake lanchas, and the looming Day of the Dead preparations while navigating local costs and safety realities. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 39 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Pátzcuaro, Mexico. Places in this episode: Plaza Vasco de Quiroga, La Surtidora, Muelle General, Barrio de San Francisco, Tiendita Verde, Casa de los Once Patios, Hotel Pueblo Mágico, Museo de Artes e Industrias Populares. Covered: Patzcuaro Arrival, Local Cuisine Costs, Safety and Security Context, Residency Logistics, Artisan Crafts and Culture, Lake and Island Transport. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Patzcuaro #MichoacanMexico #DayOfTheDead #LivingInMexico #ExpatLife #PuratepechaCulture #LakePatzcuaro #JanitzioIsland #TravelMexico2026 #ColonialArchitecture #MexicanFood #ArtisanCrafts #CopperWork #ResidencyJourney #SlowTravel #MexicoCityToGuadalajara #BajioRegion #IndigenousHeritage | |||
| Final Day in Salvatierra and Residency Plans | 07 Sep 2026 | 00:09:37 | |
Valeria spends her last full day in Salvatierra, Guanajuato, tackling the final leg of residency paperwork in Querétaro while reflecting on life in a working colonial town. She shares practical tips on banking, SIM cards, and daily costs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 38 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Salvatierra, Mexico. Places in this episode: Jardín Principal, Café Ritual, Banco BBVA, Barrio Santo Domingo, Mercado Hidalgo, Puente de Batanes, El Sabinal Eco Park, Hotel Boutique Plaza Madero. Covered: Residency Banking Tasks, Daily Cost Breakdown, Salvatierra Landmarks, Local Food & Festivals, Practical Expat Advice. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SalvatierraGuanajuato #MexicoResidency #ExpatLifeMexico #GuanajuatoState #ColonialCitiesMexico #TravelMexico2026 #MexicanFoodLover #ChilesEnNogada #MercadoHidalgo #PuenteDeBatanes #ElSabinalPark #DigitalNomadMexico #BudgetTravelMexico #PuebloMagico #InAHHistoricZone #MexicoCityToGuadalajara #LiveInMexico #SpanishLanguageLearning | |||
| Last Morning in Salvatierra: Market Stalls and River Walks | 06 Sep 2026 | 00:10:20 | |
Valeria's final full day in the working colonial town of Salvatierra. She explores Mercado Hidalgo, walks the historic Puente de Batanes, and reflects on life in a non-tourist hub before moving on. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 37 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Salvatierra, Mexico. Places in this episode: Jardín Principal, Café Ritual, Mercado Hidalgo, Templo y Convento del Carmen, Puente de Batanes, El Sabinal Eco Park, Templo y Convento de las Capuchinas, Banco BBVA. Covered: Market exploration, Historic landmarks, Cost of living breakdown, River walks, Residency logistics. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Salvatierra #Guanajuato #MexicoTravel #DigitalNomad #ExpatLife #MercadoHidalgo #PuenteDeBatanes #ElSabinal #ColonialMexico #BudgetTravel #ResidencyMexico #LatinAmerica #TravelPodcast #ValeriaCruz #WorkAndTravel #MexicanCulture #OffTheBeatenPath #SummerInMexico | |||
| Salvatierra Market Stalls and Government Reports | 05 Sep 2026 | 00:13:35 | |
Valeria explores the bustling Mercado Hidalgo, attends the municipal government report presentation on Calle 16 de Septiembre, and walks to the historic Puente de Batanes while reflecting on life in this working colonial town. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 36 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Salvatierra, Mexico. Places in this episode: Jardín Principal, Mercado Hidalgo, Oculto Coffee Salvatierra, Santuario de Nuestra Señora de la Luz, Templo y Convento de las Capuchinas, Calle 16 de Septiembre, Puente de Batanes, El Sabinal Eco Park. Covered: Market exploration, Municipal politics, Historic landmarks, Cost of living breakdown, Festival anticipation, Safety and context. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SalvatierraGuanajuato #MexicoTravelPodcast #MercadoHidalgo #PuenteDeBatanes #ElSabinalEcoPark #LaMarquesada2026 #ColonialMexico #ExpatLifeMexico #ResidencyInMexico #SafeTravelsMexico #MexicanFoodLovers #GuanajuatoState #BudgetTravelMexico #WorkingTownVibes #ValeriaCruzPodcast #SummerInMexico #HiddenGemsMexico #TravelTipsMexico | |||
| Salvatierra Market Stalls and Government Reports | 04 Sep 2026 | 00:09:50 | |
Day six in Salvatierra: a walk through the Mercado Hidalgo, the public presentation of municipal works, and the quiet rhythm of life before La Marquesada. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 35 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Salvatierra, Mexico. Places in this episode: Jardín Principal, Mercado Hidalgo, Calle dieciséis de Septiembre, Barrio Santo Domingo, Templo y Convento de las Capuchinas, Puente de Batanes, El Sabinal Eco Park, Santuario de Nuestra Señora de la Luz. Covered: Market exploration, Municipal politics, Cost of living breakdown, Historic landmarks, Festival anticipation, Safety and context. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Salvatierra #GuanajuatoTravel #MexicoLiving #BajioRegion #MercadoHidalgo #LaMarquesada #ColonialMexico #TravelBudget #ResidencyInMexico #ElSabinal #PuenteDeBatanes #MexicanFood #ChilesEnNogada #WorkingTown #ValeriaCruzPodcast #SeptemberInMexico #HiddenGemsMexico #LiveInMexico | |||
| Salvatierra's Market Heart and Residency Hurdles | 03 Sep 2026 | 00:09:49 | |
Valeria tackles the INM residency paperwork, navigates the bustling Mercado Hidalgo, and reflects on the quiet, working-class soul of Salvatierra compared to its tourist-heavy neighbors. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 34 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Salvatierra, Mexico. Places in this episode: Jardín Principal, INM Office, Mercado Hidalgo, Café Ritual, Capuchinas Convent, Santuario de Nuestra Señora de la Luz, El Sabinal Eco Park, Puente de Batanes. Covered: INM Residency Process, Mercado Hidalgo Exploration, Cost of Living Breakdown, Historic Churches and Convents, Riverside Nature Walks, Local Music Festivals. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SalvatierraGuanajuato #MexicoTravelPodcast #ResidencyInMexico #BajioRegion #MercadoHidalgo #ColonialMexico #AffordableTravel #LifeInMexico #MexicanCulture #TravelTipsMexico #GuanajuatoState #PuebloMagico #LatinAmericaTravel #DigitalNomadMexico #CulturalImmersion #StreetFoodLovers #HistoricCenters #SlowTravel | |||
| Salvatierra's Working Heart and Market Stalls | 02 Sep 2026 | 00:10:52 | |
Day three in Salvatierra: navigating the INM residency queue, exploring Mercado Hidalgo, and tasting regional mole while weighing the cost of living against San Miguel. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 33 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Salvatierra, Mexico. Places in this episode: Oculto Coffee Salvatierra, Mercado Hidalgo, Puente de Batanes, El Sabinal Eco Park, Barrio Santo Domingo, Capuchinas convent, Santuario de Nuestra Señora de la Luz, Restaurante Viva la Pepa. Covered: Cost of Living, Residency Paperwork, Mercado Hidalgo, Puente de Batanes, Regional Cuisine, Daily Life in Salvatierra. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Salvatierra #Guanajuato #MexicoTravel #BudgetTravel #ColonialMexico #StreetFood #ResidencyInMexico #PuebloMagico #LocalLife #HiddenGems #TravelTips #MexicanCulture #MarketVisit #HistoricBridge #SlowTravel #ValeriaCruzPodcast #BajioRegion #AuthenticMexico | |||
| Salvatierra's Working Heart and Market Stalls | 01 Sep 2026 | 00:09:52 | |
Day three in Salvatierra explores the Mercado Hidalgo, the solemn history of the Batanes Bridge, and the quiet reality of living in a town preparing for La Marquesada. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 32 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Salvatierra, Mexico. Places in this episode: Jardín Principal, Mercado Hidalgo, Fuente de Perros, Río Lerma, Puente de Batanes, El Sabinal Eco Park, Plaza de la Constitución, Santuario de Nuestra Señora de la Luz. Covered: Mercado Hidalgo exploration, Puente de Batanes history, Cost of living comparison, El Sabinal Eco Park, La Marquesada festival preview, Banking and residency basics. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SalvatierraGuanajuato #MexicoTravelPodcast #ValeriaCruz #BajioRegion #MercadoHidalgo #PuenteDeBatanes #LaMarquesada2026 #MexicanFoodCulture #ColonialMexico #RuralMexicoLife #TravelSmartMexico #CostOfLivingMexico #GuanajuatoHistory #EcoParqueElSabinal #MexicoCityToGuadalajara #SlowTravelMexico #LocalLifeMexico #ResidencyInMexico | |||
| Nieves, Rondallas, and the Batanes Bridge | 31 Aug 2026 | 00:10:28 | |
Valeria spends a slow Monday in Salvatierra: a morning at the Mercado Hidalgo, chiles en nogada prep, a walk over the Batanes Bridge, and a quiet afternoon of nieves and colonial history. She also reflects on the town's solemn news and the festive energy building for September. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 31 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Salvatierra, Mexico. Places in this episode: Mercado Hidalgo, Templo y Convento del Carmen, Rinconada del Carmen, Café Ritual, Jardín Principal, Batanes Bridge, El Sabinal Eco Park, Capuchinas convent. Covered: Mercado Hidalgo, Chiles en Nogada season, Batanes Bridge and El Sabinal, Festival de Rondallas preview, La Marquesada preparation, Local cost of living. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Salvatierra #Guanajuato #MexicoTravel #PuebloMagico #ChilesEnNogada #MercadoHidalgo #BatanesBridge #LaMarquesada #MexicoCityToGuadalajara #SlowTravel #MexicanFood #Nieves #ColonialMexico #Bajio #DayTripSMA #TravelMexico | |||
| Salvatierra: The Working Town | 30 Aug 2026 | 00:08:59 | |
Valeria moves to Salvatierra, Guanajuato, exchanging San Miguel's expat scene for a working colonial town. She explores the Mercado Hidalgo, tries the local chiles en nogada, and looks ahead to the Marquesada festival. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 30 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Salvatierra, Mexico. Places in this episode: Salvatierra Centro, Mercado Hidalgo, Jardín Principal, Santuario de Nuestra Señora de la Luz, Capuchinas convent, Rinconada del Carmen, Templo y Convento del Carmen, Puente de Batanes. Covered: Arrival and first impressions, Finding a flat and cost of living, Mercado Hidalgo and local food, Riverside walks and Batanes Bridge, Marquesada festival preview, Living in a working colonial town. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Salvatierra #Guanajuato #MexicoTravel #PuebloMagico #LivingInMexico #ChilesEnNogada #MarquesadaFestival #Bajio #ColonialMexico #WorkingTown #MercadoHidalgo #TravelMexico #ExpatLife #RoadTripMexico #HiddenMexico #Nieves #LermaRiver #MexicanFood | |||
| The Green Season Promise, the Last Morning | 29 Aug 2026 | 00:08:34 | |
Valeria says goodbye to San Miguel de Allende from her rooftop at dawn. One last mercado breakfast, a final walk through the art district, and a look at the real costs of a month in Mexico's expat capital before the bus to Guadalajara. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 29 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Places in this episode: Jardín Principal, La Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel, Fábrica La Aurora, Barrio de Guadalupe, El Mirador, Colonia San Antonio, Querétaro, Guadalajara. Covered: Departure and bus journey, Green season reflection, Cost of living and dual economies, Temporary residency paperwork update. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SanMiguelDeAllende #GuanajuatoMexico #MexicoTravel #GreenSeason #RainySeasonMexico #ExpatLife #LivingInMexico #RetireInMexico #MexicoLiving #TemporaryResidency #INM #ColonialMexico #TravelMexico #Guanajuato #MercadoIgnacioRamirez #BarrioDeGuadalupe #MexicoCostOfLiving #BusTravelMexico | |||
| Packing Up and the Green Season Promise | 28 Aug 2026 | 00:08:29 | |
Valeria spends her last day in San Miguel de Allende packing, eating one final mercado breakfast, and taking a quiet walk through the Jardín before the bus to Guadalajara. She reflects on the ten-day arc, the cost of the expat dream, and the green season's slow rhythm. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 28 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Places in this episode: Mercado Ignacio Ramírez, El Mirador, KI'BOK COFFEE SMA, El Jardín Principal, La Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel, Instituto Allende, Casa de Allende. Covered: Packing and departure day, Green season reflection, Farewell walk through centro, Cost of living review, Market breakfast, Bus journey to Guadalajara. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SanMiguelDeAllende #GreenSeason #MexicoTravel #TravelMexico #Guanajuato #PackingDay #MercadoFood #ExpatLife #MovingToMexico #SanMiguel #MexicoLiving #GuadalajaraBound #RainySeason #TravelPodcast | |||
| The Green Season Farewell in San Miguel | 27 Aug 2026 | 00:09:09 | |
Valeria spends her final full day in San Miguel de Allende enjoying a leisurely breakfast, navigating banking paperwork, soaking in the Parroquia at golden hour, and reflecting on the rhythm of green season life, expat costs, and the upcoming Independence Day celebrations. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 27 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Places in this episode: Lavanda Café de Especialidad, Mercado Ignacio Ramírez, Barrio de Guadalupe, KI'BOK COFFEE SMA, El Mirador, The Coffee Society, Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel. Covered: Green season rhythm, Banking and residency paperwork, Cost of living and market food, Municipal politics and water scarcity, Art and culture districts. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SanMiguelDeAllende #GreenSeason #MexicoTravel #ExpatLife #MexicoLiving #Guanajuato #TravelMexico #MexicanFood #ArtDistrict #CulturalTravel #SoloTravel #MexicoCity #TravelGuide #BudgetTravel #RainySeason #UNESCOWorldHeritage | |||
| Mezcal, Muralists, and the Morning After | 26 Aug 2026 | 00:08:27 | |
Valeria wakes up with a buzz and a full day ahead in San Miguel de Allende. She recovers with a proper mercado breakfast, explores the Barrio de Guadalupe's street art scene, and prepares for the GEMA festival's grand finale with a mezcal tasting at a local cantina. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 26 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Places in this episode: Mercado Ignacio Ramírez, Barrio de Guadalupe, The Coffee Society, Coyote fuego, El Jardín, La Parroquia, Casa Hoyos. Covered: Barrio de Guadalupe murals, GEMA festival wrap-up, Green season rhythms, Water politics, Mercado street food. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SanMiguelDeAllende #MexicoTravel #GreenSeason #BarrioDeGuadalupe #StreetArt #MercadoIgnacioRamirez #Barbacoa #Mezcal #CoyoteFuego #GEMA2026 #ExpatLife #TravelMexico #Guanajuato #LaParroquia #Sobremesa | |||
| Green Season Golf Wars and GEMA Finale | 25 Aug 2026 | 00:08:40 | |
Valeria returns to El Charco del Ingenio, faces the golf course debate, and dives into GEMA's gastronomy festival with a tasting menu at Quince. She navigates expat banking, the dual economy, and the rain's rhythm before leaving San Miguel. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 25 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Places in this episode: El Charco del Ingenio, Mercado Ignacio Ramírez, Lavanda Café, The Rooftop at Selina, Quince, Parroquia, El Jardín, Museo de la Ciudad. Covered: El Charco del Ingenio, Birdwatching, GEMA festival, Banking as expat, Cost of living, Golf course controversy, Green season, Fine dining. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SanMiguelDeAllende #GreenSeason #ElCharcoDelIngenio #BirdwatchingMexico #GEMAFestival #MexicanFoodTour #ExpatLifeMexico #TemporaryResidencyMexico #SanMiguelArts #ColonialMexico #RainySeasonTravel #QuinceSanMiguel #MercadoIgnacioRamirez #LavandaCafe #SantanderMexico #GuanajuatoTravel #MexicoTravel #TravelMexico | |||
| The GEMA Festival, Golf Wars, and Green Season Rain | 24 Aug 2026 | 00:10:31 | |
Valeria marks the opening day of the GEMA festival, digs into the town's water-and-golf controversy, scouts El Charco del Ingenio, and weighs the true costs and rhythms of settling into San Miguel de Allende's green season. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 24 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Places in this episode: El Charco del Ingenio, Mercado Ignacio Ramírez, Lavanda Café de Especialidad, Barrio de Guadalupe, El Jardín, La Parroquia. Covered: Green season weather, GEMA festival launch, Water scarcity politics, El Charco del Ingenio visit, Cost of living and rents, Residency paperwork update. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SanMiguelDeAllende #Guanajuato #MexicoTravel #ExpatLife #GreenSeason #GEMAfestival #ElCharcoDelIngenio #SanMiguelArts #MexicoLiving #ColonialMexico #TravelMexico #SustainableTravel #WaterScarcity #RainySeason #MercedoIgnacioRamirez #MexicanFood #ResidencyMexico | |||
| The Green Season Sobremesa | 23 Aug 2026 | 00:08:09 | |
Valeria spends her last Sunday in San Miguel de Allende with a long mercado lunch, a walk through the Barrio de Guadalupe murals, and a quiet evening in El Jardín as the green season rain rolls in. She reflects on what a slower pace actually costs, and what it buys. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 23 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Places in this episode: Mercado Ignacio Ramírez, Barrio de Guadalupe, Templo de Guadalupe, KI'BOK COFFEE SMA, El Jardín, La Parroquia. Covered: Cost of living, Markets and street food, Murals and art districts, Residency paperwork, Green season rhythm, Banking and SIM cards. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SanMiguelDeAllende #GreenSeason #MexicoTravel #ExpatLife #MercadoIgnacioRamirez #BarrioDeGuadalupe #TemporaryResidency #MexicoCostOfLiving #SlowTravel #Guanajuato #MexicanFood #Sobremesa #RainySeason #LaParroquia #MexicoLiving | |||
| Finding a Home in San Miguel’s Green Season | 22 Aug 2026 | 00:10:04 | |
Valeria digs into the real cost of expat life in San Miguel: a flat-hunt in Colonia San Antonio, renting in the green season, opening a bank account, and the true rhythm of rainy-week afternoons. Practical, personal, and grounded in pesos. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 22 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Places in this episode: KI'BOK COFFEE SMA, Colonia San Antonio, Parque Juárez, Mercado Ignacio Ramírez, Fábrica La Aurora, Lavanda Café de Especialidad, Atascadero, Coyote fuego mezcaleria. Covered: Rent and housing, Cost of living, Expat paperwork, Market food, Arts and ceramics, Green season weather, Banking and residency. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SanMiguelDeAllende #MexicoTravel #GreenSeason #ExpatLife #TemporaryResidency #CostOfLiving #MercadoIgnacioRamirez #BarbacoaTacos #FabricaLaAurora #Mezcaleria #MovingToMexico #LivingInSanMiguel #RentSanMiguel #Guanajuato #RainySeason #SanMiguelRealEstate | |||
| The Rainy Day Art Circuit of San Miguel | 21 Aug 2026 | 00:08:41 | |
Valeria spends a rainy Friday in San Miguel de Allende hopping between the Fábrica La Aurora and the FASMA festival, dodging afternoon thunderstorms, and figuring out the real cost of the expat art life. Plus what a green season rain does to a UNESCO town's pace. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 21 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Places in this episode: Fábrica La Aurora, Parroquia, Biblioteca Pública, Ángela Peralta Theater, Quince, Museo La Esquina, Centro, Jardín. Covered: Fábrica La Aurora art scene, FASMA festival events, Rainy day activities in San Miguel, Cost of living for artists, Green season weather rhythm, Museo La Esquina toy museum. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SanMiguelDeAllende #MexicoTravel #RainySeason #Guanajuato #FabricaLaAurora #FASMA2026 #MexicanArt #ExpatsInMexico #TravelMexico #ArtAndCulture #SlowTravel #MexicanFood #QuinceRestaurant #MuseoLaEsquina #GreenSeason #ColonialCity #ValeriaCruz #MexicoPodcast | |||
| The Green Season Wine Harvest in San Miguel | 20 Aug 2026 | 00:08:28 | |
Valeria takes a day trip toward Dolores Hidalgo for the vendimia harvest festival, tastes natural wines at an art fair, and reflects on what the green season does to San Miguel de Allende's rhythm. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 20 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Places in this episode: KI'BOK COFFEE SMA, Quince, Mercado de San Juan de Dios, Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel, Santuario de Atotonilco, Hacienda Herencia de Allende. Covered: Vendimia wine harvest day trip, Santuario de Atotonilco murals visit, SOMOS.ARTE contemporary art fair, Green season weather rhythm and crowds, Cost of wine tasting and local food, Expat art scene in San Miguel. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SanMiguelDeAllende #Vendimia2026 #GreenSeason #MexicoTravel #Guanajuato #WineHarvest #GrapeStomping #SanMiguelArts #SOMOSARTE #Atotonilco #MexicoVineyards #TravelMexico #Bajio #SanMiguelEats #RainySeason #MexicanWine | |||
| Market Day and the Parroquia at Dusk | 19 Aug 2026 | 00:09:52 | |
Valeria hits the San Miguel de Allende mercados, talks real numbers for daily life, and watches the Parroquia light up after an afternoon storm. Plus a very practical pep talk about the infamous stairs and hills. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 19 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Places in this episode: Mercado de San Juan de Dios, Lavanda Café de Especialidad, Fábrica La Aurora, Instituto Allende, Jardín, Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel, Coyote fuego mezcaleria, Mamá Mía. Covered: Mercados and local food, Cost of living and rent, Art scene and galleries, San Miguel architecture and history, Green season weather rhythm, Mezcal and nightlife. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SanMiguelDeAllende #SanMiguelLife #Guanajuato #MexicoTravel #MexicoLiving #MercadoSanJuan #MexicanFood #Gorditas #Parroquia #ArtsAndCulture #FASMA #MezcalTasting #CoyoteFuego #DigitalNomad #ExpatLife #BajioMexico #TravelMexico #Vendimia | |||
| Rain, Clay, and the Road to San Miguel | 18 Aug 2026 | 00:09:10 | |
Valeria makes the four-hour journey west from Tequisquiapan to San Miguel de Allende, arriving in peak green season. She navigates a new flat, the rhythm of afternoon thunderstorms, and the town's packed arts calendar, from FASMA to the chamber music festival. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 18 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Places in this episode: El Jardín, Lavanda Café de Especialidad, Mercado de Artesanías, La Cocina de Tata, El Mirador, Instituto Allende, Fábrica La Aurora, Quince. Covered: Arrival and new flat, Cost of living and rent, Arts festivals calendar, Local food and market, Rainy season rhythm, Residency paperwork planning. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SanMiguelDeAllende #Guanajuato #MexicoTravel #GreenSeason #RainySeason #ColonialMexico #FASMA #ArtsScene #FabricaLaAurora #ExpatLife #CostOfLiving #SlowTravel #InstitutoAllende #Parroquia #BajioHighlands #MexicoLiving | |||
| Fiesta, Farewell, and the Last Night in Tequis | 17 Aug 2026 | 00:08:34 | |
Valeria spends her final day in Tequisquiapan caught up in the patron saint fiesta, eating conejo en pulque at the Saberes y Sabores festival, and soaking in the plaza at night. She reflects on the cost of living, the residency paperwork, and says goodbye to the town before heading to Peña de Bernal. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 17 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Tequisquiapan, Mexico. Places in this episode: Plaza Miguel Hidalgo, Blu Coffee Tequisquiapan, Barrio de la Magdalena, Templo de Santa María Magdalena, El Maravillas, Hotel Quinta Tequisquiapan. Covered: Festival and local food, Cost of living, Residency paperwork update, Packing and preparing to leave. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Tequisquiapan #PuebloMagico #QueretaroMexico #FiestasDelPueblo #SaberesYSabores #MexicanFood #ConejoEnPulque #CostOfLivingMexico #ExpatsInMexico #MexicoTravel #WineRoute #OpalMine #PenaDeBernal #TravelMexico #SlowTravel #MexicoCityToGuadalajara | |||
| The Last Day in Tequisquiapan: A Quiet Farewell | 16 Aug 2026 | 00:08:31 | |
Valeria spends her final day in Tequisquiapan savoring the plaza, discovering the town's oldest church, and reflecting on the cost of living and the rhythms of small-town Mexico before heading to Peña de Bernal. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 16 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Tequisquiapan, Mexico. Places in this episode: Plaza Miguel Hidalgo, Mercado de Artesanías, Museo México Me Encanta, La Luna Terraza, Barrio de la Magdalena, Templo de Santa María Magdalena, Parque La Pila, K'puchinos Restaurante-Bar Tequisquiapan. Covered: Last day in Tequisquiapan, Cost of living reflection, Plaza and church visits, Cheese and Wine Route, Vendimia season, Residency paperwork. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Tequisquiapan #Queretaro #MexicoTravel #PuebloMagico #CheeseAndWineRoute #Vendimia #SlowTravel #ExpatLife #CostOfLiving #PlazaMiguelHidalgo #BarrioDeLaMagdalena #TacosDeCabeza #Gorditas #MexicoCity #PeñaDeBernal #TravelMexico #LivingInMexico #MexicanFood | |||
| The Last Harvest Saturday in Tequisquiapan | 15 Aug 2026 | 00:08:34 | |
Valeria spends her final Saturday in Tequisquiapan at the Saberes y Sabores festival, soaking up plaza rhythms, eating her weight in local dishes, and saying a fond farewell to the town's slow pulse before heading to Bernal. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 15 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Tequisquiapan, Mexico. Places in this episode: Plaza Miguel Hidalgo, Templo de Santa María de la Asunción, Mercado de Artesanías, Parque La Pila, Amarena Café y Vida Verde, Museo México Me Encanta, Morelos Norte, Peña de Bernal. Covered: Saberes y Sabores festival, Traditional Querétaro cuisine, Cost of living in Tequisquiapan, Tequisquiapan night plaza, Preparing for Peña de Bernal, Practical Mexico paperwork update. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Tequisquiapan #PuebloMagico #QueretaroMexico #MexicoTravel #MexicoFoodie #SaberesYSabores #StreetFoodMexico #MexicoCostOfLiving #ExpatInMexico #MexicoCityToTequis #PeñaDeBernal #CheeseAndWineRoute #MexicanCuisine #PlazaMiguelHidalgo #MexicoLiving #Vendimia2026 #TravelMexico #SmallTownMexico | |||
| The Slow Harvest of Tequisquiapan | 14 Aug 2026 | 00:09:51 | |
Valeria spends a sunlit day wandering Tequisquiapan's plaza, the artisan market, and a vineyard, soaking in the last days of the grape harvest. Plus a look at costs, the practicalities of settling in, and a serendipitous run-in with a local winemaker. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 14 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Tequisquiapan, Mexico. Places in this episode: Plaza Miguel Hidalgo, Templo de Santa María Magdalena, Parque La Pila, Mercado de Artesanías, Templo de Santa María de la Asunción, ORIGENS - Cocina Mediterranea, Blu Coffee Tequisquiapan, Hotel Casa de Vino. Covered: Artisan market exploration, Vineyard visit and wine tasting, Cost of living and daily expenses, Local food and cuisine, Community and small-town life. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Tequisquiapan #Queretaro #PuebloMagico #CheeseAndWineRoute #Vendimia #GrapeHarvest #MexicanFood #TravelMexico #SlowTravel #SmallTownLiving #OpalMine #PeñaDeBernal #RoadTripMexico #MexicoTravelPodcast | |||
| Rain, Vendimia, and the Long Sobremesa | 13 Aug 2026 | 00:09:18 | |
Valeria spends a rainy day in Tequisquiapan, exploring the Saberes y Sabores gastronomic fair, visiting a local vineyard during the grape harvest, and reflecting on the cost of living and the rhythm of the town. She also shares practical tips on staying connected and navigating daily life in Mexico. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 13 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Tequisquiapan, Mexico. Places in this episode: Plaza Miguel Hidalgo, Templo de Santa María de la Asunción, K'puchinos Restaurante-Bar Tequisquiapan, Mercado de Artesanías, El Maravillas, La Redonda vineyard (unnamed in script). Covered: Gastronomic fair and local dishes, Vineyard and grape harvest, Cost of living and daily expenses, Mobile and transportation logistics, Small-town rhythms and community, Upcoming Peña de Bernal trip. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Tequisquiapan #Queretaro #MexicoTravel #CheeseAndWineRoute #Vendimia2026 #PueblosMagicos #MexicanFood #SaberesYSabores #LiveInMexico #ExpatLife #TequisLiving #RainySeason #CafeDeOlla #Gorditas #VinylVine #SlowTravel #MexicoVisa | |||
| Opals, Vines, and the Quiet Pulse of Tequis | 12 Aug 2026 | 00:08:20 | |
On day five in Tequisquiapan, Valeria explores the opal mine at San Antonio de la Cal, sips wine at a vineyard, and finds a quiet corner for a long sobremesa. She also checks in on the cost of living and the town's slow, steady rhythm. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 12 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Tequisquiapan, Mexico. Places in this episode: Plaza Miguel Hidalgo, K'puchinos Restaurante-Bar Tequisquiapan, San Antonio de la Cal Opal Mine, Finca Sala Vivé, Parque La Pila, Museo Tierra de Alonso, Mercado de Artesanías, Templo de Santa María de la Asunción. Covered: Opal mining and jewelry, Cheese and wine route, Local markets and food, Cost of living in Tequisquiapan, Parks and museums in Tequisquiapan. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Tequisquiapan #PuebloMagico #MexicoTravel #OpalMine #CheeseAndWineRoute #Queretaro #TravelMexico #SlowTravel #LocalMarkets #VineyardTour #MexicanFood #TacosDeCabeza #OpalJewelry #CostOfLivingMexico #SmallTownMexico #BarrioDeLaMagdalena #PlazaMiguelHidalgo #MuseoTierraDeAlonso | |||
| Wine, Opals, and Vineyard Air | 11 Aug 2026 | 00:08:13 | |
Valeria spends day four in Tequisquiapan on the Cheese and Wine Route, visiting a vineyard, tasting local wine, and hunting for opals in the craft market. She reflects on the practical costs of living in a Pueblo Mágico and the quiet rhythm of small-town Mexico. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 11 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Tequisquiapan, Mexico. Places in this episode: Plaza Miguel Hidalgo, K'puchinos Restaurante-Bar Tequisquiapan, Templo de Santa María de la Asunción, Mercado de Artesanías, Finca Sala Vivé, Cavas Freixenet, Parque La Pila, El Maravillas. Covered: Wine route, Opals and crafts, Cost of living, Local parks, Market shopping. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Tequisquiapan #QueretaroMx #PuebloMagico #CheeseAndWineRoute #Vendimia2026 #MexicoTravel #OpalMining #WineTastingMexico #SlowTravel #ExpatLifeMexico #MexicanCrafts #FincaSalaVive #CavasFreixenet #ElMaravillas #ThermalSprings #BajioMexico | |||
| Corn, Cheese, and the Quiet Pulse of Tequisquiapan | 10 Aug 2026 | 00:08:55 | |
Valeria spends day three in Tequisquiapan chasing corn season, savoring local cheese and wine, and soaking in the town's plaza rhythms. Along the way, she uncovers the practical side of small-town Mexico—markets, costs, and the art of the slow afternoon. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 10 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Tequisquiapan, Mexico. Places in this episode: Plaza Miguel Hidalgo, Mercado de Artesanías, Barrio de la Magdalena, Templo de Santa María Magdalena, El Maravillas, Parque La Pila, Museo Tierra de Alonso, San Juan neighborhood. Covered: Local markets and crafts, Cost of living and daily expenses, Plaza and neighborhood rhythms, Local food and wine at restaurants, Small-town living in Queretaro. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Tequisquiapan #Queretaro #MexicoTravel #PuebloMagico #CheeseAndWineRoute #MexicoLiving #SlowTravel #MexicanMarkets #OpalJewelry #Elote #Antojitos #Sobremesa #MexicoCityToTequis #Vendimia #WineCountry #ThermalSprings #DailyCosts #ExpatLife | |||
| Cheese, Wine, and a Storm in Tequisquiapan | 09 Aug 2026 | 00:09:51 | |
Valeria dives into the Cheese and Wine Route, samples local gorditas, checks out the opal mine, and gets caught in a classic summer thunderstorm. Plus, practical tips on costs and navigating this Pueblo Mágico. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 9 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Tequisquiapan, Mexico. Places in this episode: Plaza Miguel Hidalgo, Mercado de Artesanías, Templo de Santa María de la Asunción, Templo de Santa María Magdalena, Museo México Me Encanta, Parque La Pila, Termas del Rey, Barrio de la Magdalena. Covered: Cheese and wine route, Market food and gorditas, Thermal springs, Local sights: museums, churches, Cost of living in Tequisquiapan, Rainy day activities. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Tequisquiapan #PuebloMagico #CheeseAndWineRoute #MexicoTravel #Queretaro #Gorditas #MercadoDeArtesanias #TermasDelRey #MexicoEats #SlowTravel #RainyDayMexico #CafeDeOlla #OpalMine #TravelMexico #Bajio #LiveInMexico #ExpatLife #SummerRain | |||
| A New Home in Tequisquiapan | 08 Aug 2026 | 00:09:39 | |
Valeria arrives in Tequisquiapan, Querétaro, moving from the megacity to a Pueblo Mágico. She takes in the plaza, explores the cheese and wine route, and begins to understand her new home's cost of living and quiet, eternal summer rhythm. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 8 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Tequisquiapan, Mexico. Places in this episode: Plaza Miguel Hidalgo, Templo de Santa María de la Asunción, Mercado Municipal, Barrio de la Magdalena, Templo de Santa María Magdalena, Mercado de Artesanías, Parque La Pila, BanBajío Sucursal Tequisquiapan. Covered: Arriving in Tequisquiapan, Cost of living outside CDMX, Pueblo Magico atmosphere, Cheese and Wine Route, Renting a flat, Local food in the market, Planning Peña de Bernal trip. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Tequisquiapan #PuebloMagico #Queretaro #MexicoTravel #MexicoLiving #ExpatLife #CheeseAndWineRoute #RutaDelQueso #SlowTravel #TravelMexico #Bajio #MovingToMexico #CostOfLivingMexico #Gorditas #MexicanPueblos #Summertime | |||
| Rain, Goodbyes, and the Promise of Corn | 07 Aug 2026 | 00:08:19 | |
Valeria spends her last full day in Mexico City chasing the perfect tlacoyo, watching a thunderstorm roll in from a café in Condesa, and reflecting on the month's transformations before heading to the Bajío. A bittersweet farewell to the capital, with practical notes on rain-season rhythms and the cost of a day out. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 7 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Mexico City, Mexico. Places in this episode: Coyoacán mercado, Finca Don Porfirio, Parque México, Roma Norte, Condesa, Museo Nacional de Antropología. Covered: Coyoacán market food, Rainy season rhythm, Coffee in Condesa, Farewell to Mexico City, Residency paperwork update, Corn festival anticipation. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #MexicoCity #Coyoacan #CdMx #MexicoTravel #RainySeason #StreetFood #Tlacoyo #MexicoCityFood #Condesa #RomaNorte #MexicoCityAdventure #SoloTravel #MexicoResidency #LatinAmericaTravel #TravelPodcast #ValeriaCruz | |||
| Rain, Churros, and a Last Night in Roma | 06 Aug 2026 | 00:08:41 | |
On her final full day in Mexico City, Valeria savors a morning of churros and coffee in Roma, finally sees the Palacio de Bellas Artes, and reflects on the city's rhythm over a last comida in the Centro. A proper goodbye to the capital before heading to the Bajío. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 6 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Mexico City, Mexico. Places in this episode: Café Nin, Palacio de Bellas Artes, Restaurante Cerrojo Zócalo, Templo Mayor, Finca Don Porfirio, Zócalo, Roma Norte, Condesa. Covered: Churros, Palacio de Bellas Artes, Comida corrida, INM appointment reschedule, Coffee shops, Feria del Elote. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #MexicoCity #RomaNorte #MexicoCityTravel #PalacioDeBellasArtes #Churros #ComidaCorrida #TemploMayor #Condesa #MexicoCityFood #StreetFood #MexicoVisa #TemporaryResidency #MexicoCityItinerary #FincaDonPorfirio #CaféNin #MexicoCityRain #Bajío #MexicoTravel | |||
| The Slow Art of a Mexico City Morning | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:10:05 | |
Valeria embraces the rainy-season rhythm of Mexico City: a long breakfast at Café Nin, the quiet of a Monday morning in the Alameda, a deep-dive on the corn-based antojitos that fuel the city, and a twilight walk through a crowd outside the Harry Styles show. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 5 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Mexico City, Mexico. Places in this episode: Café Nin, Parque México, Bosque de Chapultepec, Chapultepec Castle, Zócalo, Catedral Metropolitana, Templo Mayor Museum, Estadio GNP Seguros. Covered: Antojitos / street food, Corn season / esquites, Bosque de Chapultepec, Templo Mayor ruins, Concert crowd atmosphere, Rainy season rhythm. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #MexicoCity #RomaNorte #Condesa #Antojitos #Tlacoyos #MexicanStreetFood #ComidaCorrida #Chapultepec #TemploMayor #CentroHistorico #Esquite #MexicoTravel #RainySeason #MexicoCityGuide #HarryStylesMexico #CDMX #TravelMexico | |||
| Rain, Corn, and the Politics of a Tortilla | 04 Aug 2026 | 00:08:32 | |
Valeria dodges a summer storm, chases corn season at the Feria del Elote, and grapples with the city's big food debate—plus the reality of her residency paperwork, one INM stamp at a time. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Mexico: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Mexico guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 4 of Mexico Travel Podcast with Valeria Cruz. Valeria Cruz is in Mexico City, Mexico. Places in this episode: Curva Café de especialidad, Museo Nacional de Antropología, Roma Norte, Plaza Río de Janeiro, BBVA bank, INM office. Covered: Residency paperwork, Corn festival, Museo Nacional de Antropologia, Market food, Rainy season, Cost of living. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #MexicoCity #MexicoTravel #CDMX #RainySeason #CornSeason #FeriaDelElote #TortillaPolitics #MuseoDeAntropologia #TemporaryResidency #MexicoRelocation #StreetFood #Esquites #RomaNorte #TravelPodcast #MexicoCityGuide #INM #ExpatLife #Sobremesa | |||