Residency & Consulates
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How to Get Mexican Residency Without Losing ...

Applying for Mexican residency can be overwhelming — every consulate has different rules, financial requirements, and wait times. In this guide, Dez explains the step-by-step process for getting your Temporary or Permanent Residency in Mexico, how to prepare for your consulate appointment, and why working with a relocation expert makes visa and consulate support faster, easier, and stress-free.

How to Get Mexican Residency Without Losing Your Mind (or Your Place in Line)
Vehicles & TIP
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Road Trip to Mexico City: Yes, It’s Safe, Cheap ...

Dez shares her full experience driving from Puerto Vallarta to Mexico City—costs, tolls, overnight stops, and why Mexico’s toll roads are safer and easier than you might think.

Road Trip to Mexico City: Yes, It’s Safe, Cheap & Super Easy | Full Expense Breakdown
Lifestyle & Integration
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My Deztination Expands Relocation Services ...

Big news! My Deztination is expanding beyond Puerto Vallarta to offer relocation support in Guadalajara, Chapala, and Mexico City. Whether you want lakeside calm, big-city energy, or something in between—we have you covered.

My Deztination Expands Relocation Services Across Mexico | Guadalajara, Lake Chapala, Ajijic, Queretaro, Mexico City & more!
Health Insurance
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Urgent & Emergency Expat Health Insurance ...

Curious whether your Medicare Advantage or Canadian insurance works in Mexico? In this in-depth interview with Robert Ash from Lakeside Medical Group, we cover everything expats need to know about getting insured abroad. Learn how to avoid paying out-of-pocket at private hospitals, what emergency care is actually covered, and why enrolling in advance can save you stress—and money.

Urgent & Emergency Expat Health Insurance In Mexico: Using Medicare Advantage Abroad Explained
Health Insurance
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Everything You Need to Know About Expat Health ...

Wondering how expat health insurance works in Mexico—or if your Medicare will cover you abroad? In this interview with expert broker Brett Lamar, we break down everything you need to know about staying protected while living in Mexico. From private insurance options to emergency care and what happens if you get hospitalized, this guide has you covered.

Everything You Need to Know About Expat Health Insurance in Mexico – with Brett Lamar

Lifestyle & Integration

6 Best Waterfall Hikes in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

6 Best Waterfall Hikes in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Hike the best waterfalls in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Jungel waterfall hikes, best beaches and coastline hikes, monkey mountain hike, palo maria, Yelapa waterfall hike and more!

Snorkeling Los Arcos Eco-Tour | Puerto Vallarta Activities

Snorkeling Los Arcos Eco-Tour | Puerto Vallarta Activities

Snorkel at the protected Los Arcos nature preserve in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico with Puerto Vallarta Activities by My Deztination.

Solo Female Travel Mexico - Is Puerto Vallarta Safe?

Solo Female Travel Mexico - Is Puerto Vallarta Safe?

Is Puerto Vallarta safe for solo female travelers? Is it safe to drink the water in Mexico? Are taxis safe in Puerto Vallarta? Is it safe for tourists in Puerto Vallarta? Are the beaches safe in Puerto Vallarta? Your questions answered here!

Visit Chimo, Mexico - A Hidden Beach Town South of Yelapa

Visit Chimo, Mexico - A Hidden Beach Town South of Yelapa

There isn’t much to do in Chimo besides eat at Sunset restaurant and enjoy the private beaches, but it’s an adorable place to enjoy a bottle of tequila and relax in a quiet beach town without many tourists.

Palo Maria Jungle Waterfall Hike | Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Palo Maria Jungle Waterfall Hike | Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Hidden in the jungle of the Sierra Madre Mountains sits Palo Maria, a cascading hike featuring almost a dozen waterfalls. Most only hike to the first, but those willing to free rock climb can continue beyond!

Hidden Beach Jungle Waterfall Hike to Las Animas | Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Hidden Beach Jungle Waterfall Hike to Las Animas | Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

This small waterfall is hidden in the hills behind playa Colomitos on the popular nature hike that runs from Boca de Tomatlan to Las Animas. The hike from Boca to Colomitos takes about 40 minutes, riddled with natural root-built staircases, breathtaking color contrasts & lush jungle. It's a rigorous hike and the trail often changes or disappears in rainy season, so be sure to bring good shoes, bug spray, sunscreen & swimwear.

Visit the beaches of Cabo Corrientes, Mexico: Video

Visit the beaches of Cabo Corrientes, Mexico: Video

Exploring Cabo Corrientes, seeing the aftermath of tropical storm Narda, visiting the purple mountains & the bay of Corrales, staying at El Cielito cabins & experiencing playa Villa del Mar with Dez of My Deztination - www.mydeztination.com

Dreams really do come true with this chocolate spa & natural hotspring in Mexico

Dreams really do come true with this chocolate spa & natural hotspring in Mexico

Have you been to the natural hot springs & organic Spa Termal Tlalocan at Hotel Balneario San Juan Cosalá yet?!

We freakin loved it!!

How I survived my first year living in Mexico alone as an American female

How I survived my first year living in Mexico alone as an American female

Working as a lifestyle influencer is rather beguiling, constantly striving to live my best life for myself and my readers, painting a picture of what the ultimate life should look like in todays modern world of eccentric consumerism and vexatious competition.

On the outside, my life is seemingly perfect…..

Night Market in Marina Vallarta - Puerto Vallarta, Mexico [VIDEO]

Night Market in Marina Vallarta - Puerto Vallarta, Mexico [VIDEO]

Every Thursday night from October-May, Puerto Vallarta's famous Marina hosts a market for the locals & tourists, offering some

8 Most Romantic Valentines Day Experiences in Puerto Vallarta 2019

8 Most Romantic Valentines Day Experiences in Puerto Vallarta 2019

Thanks to our dreamy beaches, exquisite restaurant choices & dazzling entertainment offered on every corner, Puerto Vallarta has become one of the most romantic destinations for couples in the world.

Press: Radio Interview with 104.3FM The Good Morning Wake Up Show in Puerto Vallarta

Press: Radio Interview with 104.3FM The Good Morning Wake Up Show in Puerto Vallarta

By Michael Nolen, Host of the Good Morning Wake Up Show.

In this interview, I discuss my life story, why I started the blog, tips about living abroad in Puerto Vallarta & some of my travel experiences.

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