In this episode of Expat Rebel, the host discusses their personal experience living as an expat in Mexico and shares updates about their lifestyle. They provide details of a recent windstorm and their hobbies such as writing and converting old slides into JPEGs. The host also discusses the results of a survey for the top expat locations, revealing Mexico, Spain, and Panama as the top three. Furthermore, they share the issue of spam calls and texts in Mexico, suggesting for expats to register their numbers on a 'do not call' list managed by the Mexican Government.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back
00:12 Expat Rebel: The Purpose and Mission
00:53 Expat Life in Mexico: A Personal Experience
02:23 The Joys of Living as an Expat
04:28 Expat News: Top Expat Locations
08:44 Dealing with Spam Calls in Mexico
09:53 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

More show notes with links at: https://expatrebel.com/savoring-the-blissful-expat-life-in-mexico-a-day-of-sun-sea-love-poems-expat-news/

In this episode of Expat Rebel, the host shares money-saving travel tips, news about shorter US passport processing times and discusses Travel and Leisure's destination of the year. Moreover, the experience of living as an expat in Mexico, the caution required when investing in foreign lands, the growing acceptance of same-sex couples in Mexico and traditions being modified by foreigners are covered. The host also encourages listeners to prepare their passports way before needed, remain aware of their surroundings when using Airbnb, and to engage in traditional ceremonies performed by natives for an enriching experience.

00:00 Introduction to Expat Rebel
00:18 Becoming an Expat: Realistic Advice and Motivation
00:59 Expat Living: Avoiding Enclaves and Embracing Local Culture
01:53 Travel News: US Passport Processing Times and Money-Saving Tips
02:32 Air Travel Etiquette and Issues
03:40 Destination of the Year: Costa Rica
04:26 US Travel Advisory System: Is it Reliable?
05:02 Thanksgiving in Mexico and Airbnb Risks
05:43 Expat Mexico News: Investment Scams and Social Issues
07:06 Gentrification of Traditions and Native Ceremonies
07:53 Conclusion and Invitation to Join Expat Rebel Community

Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2023-11-11

• (00:00) - 2023-11-11
• (00:00) - Introduction and Welcome
• (00:18) - Expat Rebel's Mission and Offerings
• (00:59) - Expat Living and Cultural Adaptation
• (01:53) - Travel News and Tips
• (03:40) - Destination of the Year: Costa Rica
• (04:59) - Thanksgiving Travel to Mexico
• (05:43) - Expat News in Mexico
• (06:42) - Diversity and Gentrification in Mexico
• (07:53) - Conclusion and Farewell

In this episode of the podcast Expat Rebel, the host discusses various subjects about being an expat. Topics covered include the secrets of Mexican shopping malls, advice on tipping while on a cruise, the aftermath of a natural disaster in Acapulco, and more. The host discusses the realities of life as an expat, such as the unpredictability of weather and the cost of living. Also discussed are recent news relevant to expats, including Southwest airlines' new baggage tracking ability, news from Airbnb, and changes in Delta's Skymiles program. The episode ends with specific news related to expats in Mexico, including a viral TikTok about Mexican malls and rising inflation in Merida.

00:00 Introduction to the Expat Rebel Podcast
00:20 Becoming an Expat: Tips and Advice
00:59 Experiencing Local Traditions in Mexico
02:00 Expat Misconceptions and Questions
03:18 Weather and Living Conditions in Mexico
05:06 Expat Life: Local Cuisine and Lifestyle
06:32 Expat Challenges and Solutions
07:02 Travel News: Airlines and Cruise Ships
07:39 Experiencing Natural Disasters as an Expat
08:22 Navigating Rental Issues with Airbnb
10:03 Expat Shopping Experience in Mexico
10:53 Financial Matters for Expats in Mexico
10:58 Expat Stories: Moving from Indiana to Mexico
11:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Links mentioned are at https://expatrebel.com/2023-11-04