Living in Mexico is a rare treat a growing number of North Americans are now turning to. Enjoying the sunshine, beaches, and "bigger bang for your buck" is amazing, but these aren't the only draws. Living in Mexico is like stepping back in time to a place where communities care. Doctors make house calls for $30. People go home to have lunch with their families. Families go out and fun together. Neighbours gather around to help put up a fence. You can go to the butcher to get your meat and tell him how you want it cut. It's a lot more wholesome way of life. Culture Language, family, food, customs: it is all interesting to experience and to learn! The Mexican people have a joy for life, and they love to celebrate everything. There are numerous parades during the year, festivals, carnivals, fireworks, and parties. Christianity is the major religion in this country, and most Mexicans are very respectful. Retiring in Mexico Living the life you only dreamed of on your retirement pension? Impossible, right? Nope...as more and more North Americans are discovering, it is entirely possible to live well on $1,000 a month, and extremely well on $1,500 - $2,000 a month! Language Worried about not being able to speak Spanish? Certain areas of Mexico like Puerto Vallarta, Cancun, and Riviera Nayarit are used to catering to foreigners so just about everyone speaks at least a little English - and you do pick up Spanish words here and there easily when you live in Mexico. Food The "100 mile diet" is a natural way of life here. Savour the tastiest local produce for dimes on the dollar! Buy 3 bags of fresh locally grown fruits and veggies for about $10 from the market. Buy fresh seafood from the fishermen (or stores) for half the price. Go to the butcher to get fresh meat. Certain cities in Mexico like Puerto Vallarta are known for their culinary delights. Puerto Vallarta has many award winning restaurants, as well as the best "Tacos on the Street" you'll ever taste. Crime Crime is very low in most areas in Mexico. The vast majority of crime is petty crime of opportunity like theft of a purse left on the car seat. With the exception of a few cities and some regions along the border like Juarez, violent crime is actually much much lower than most US and Canadian cities. In a 2011 safety assessment study that was independently completed, they found that Anaheim, California has many times the crime as Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Both cities have similar population numbers, both are West coast vacation destinations that receive millions of visitors each year and yet not one wonders if they should go to Disneyland because it's not safe. Activities There is always something for everyone. From golfing, fishing, tennis, swimming, and pilates, to salsa dancing, having a siesta, mountain climbing and more, no one ever has an excuse to be bored here. Take a day trip to explore a little nearby town, visit a museum, or ancient ruins. Stroll along the beach. Join a community organization, teach English, play with the children at the orphanage, join a bridge club - anything you like to do and more is available in many major cities in Mexico.