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I am not a lawyer and the law might have changed but I know some people who bought a house in Mexico, they had their public documents to prove that they bought a property, they moved in from the US to Mexico, and they brought almost all of their things all at once. If you cross the border from the US to Mexico, you have to prove them that you just bought a house in Mexico and you can move all your things in one go without paying any taxes. You don’t have to have a special visa in...

I am not a lawyer and the law might have changed but I know some people who bought a house in Mexico, they had their public documents to prove that they bought a property, they moved in from the US to Mexico, and they brought almost all of their things all at once. If you cross the border from the US to Mexico, you have to prove them that you just bought a house in Mexico and you can move all your things in one go without paying any taxes. You don’t have to have a special visa in order to do that.  However, you have to show that the title of the property is indeed under your name.
 
You have to go to the Mexican customs and show them the documents showing that you just bought a house in Mexico and you are moving in with your things. I do not know if the law has changed but as far as I know, you do not need legal advice in order to move your things to Mexico if you bought a property here. You just cross with your truckload of your things, declare that they are your belongings, and that you are moving them into your new property in Mexico. They will record that you have crossed to Mexico with all your things once, so you cannot do it a second time.

 

(Homes on the beach in Rocky Point, also known as Puerto Pensaco, near the Arizona and Mexico border, pictured.)

You can drive in Portugal with your home country driver’s license.  However, if you move your residency to Portugal, it is advisable to either obtain an international driver’s license or register your driver’s license at the Portuguese authorities in order to convert it into a Portuguese driver’s license.  

 

(Old Town Madeira, Portugal, pictured.)

You can drive in Portugal with your home country driver’s license.  However, if you move your residency to Portugal, it is advisable to either obtain an international driver’s license or register your driver’s license at the Portuguese authorities in order to convert it into a Portuguese driver’s license.  

 

(Old Town Madeira, Portugal, pictured.)

Casco Viejo, a neighborhood of Panama City, Panama is safe if you stay in the tourist areas.  There are many police patrolling as the presidential palace is located there.  As within any area it is always advisable to conceal any jewels that you may be wearing. The area between the Casco Viejo and the fish market can be a little risky.  Other than that it is safe.

 

 

Casco Viejo, a neighborhood of Panama City, Panama is safe if you stay in the tourist areas.  There are many police patrolling as the presidential palace is located there.  As within any area it is always advisable to conceal any jewels that you may be wearing. The area between the Casco Viejo and the fish market can be a little risky.  Other than that it is safe.

 

 

Never, ever, sign a document in Spanish without having the English version in your hands, and always take it to a lawyer that speaks some English.      

• Rum PoPo. This Belize Christmas holidays' favourite is laced with Travellers' 5-Barrel Rum. Rum PoPo is a step or two up from your traditional holiday eggnog. It's not a drink for the faint-hearted. The name is probably derived from the fact that you end up on your "PoPo" after knocking back a couple of glasses! Bottoms up!!
• Piping hot Pizza (featured to the right).
  Vegetarian Chili. We add a hit of Belize Belikin beer to this Belize chili recipe. For those with truly intrepid taste buds, we suggest a dash of Marie Sharp's "Beware Comatose Heat Level" hot sauce. We do include a warning that “If you'd rather not burn a hole in your Granny's best tablecloth, substitute with Marie's original Habanero Pepper Sauce.” Garnish with a dollop of yogurt from Western Dairies and strips of fresh cilantro. Delish! (Featured to the left).

• Thirst-bursting cocktails like Watermelon-Strawberry Lemonade, chock full of electrolytes!
• Hot and tasty Painted Stone Cakes.
• Refreshing Dragon Fruit-Watermelon Sorbet (featured to the right).
• "Berry Tasty" Clafoutis.
• Scrumptious Spinach, Sweet Potato and Chickpea Stew.
• Mouth-watering Mango-Chevre Tarts (baked to honour "Toggy", our first baby goat, whose Mama comes from the famous Toggenburg breed of dairy goats). We make our own goat's cheese (chevre). No kidding!

Though international pet travel can seem mysterious (and frankly a little scary) at first, this part of your move can be completed safely and smoothly by taking advantage of the resources available online and by following the advice of pet travel experts.
 
Here are a few tips to help you get started:
 
Research Import Rules -- When preparing to move internationally with a pet, start by researching the pet import requirements for the country to which you’re moving....

Though international pet travel can seem mysterious (and frankly a little scary) at first, this part of your move can be completed safely and smoothly by taking advantage of the resources available online and by following the advice of pet travel experts.
 
Here are a few tips to help you get started:
 
Research Import Rules -- When preparing to move internationally with a pet, start by researching the pet import requirements for the country to which you’re moving. Every country is a little different, but most likely your pet will need an up to date rabies vaccine, a microchip and a health certificate at the very least. Once you’ve found the official rules (the USDA, Ministry of Agriculture, or a pet travel professional are good sources to check with), you’ll be able to build a timeline for your pet’s move and align their needs with your own travel logistics.
 
Crate Train Your Pet -- Second, it’s very important to start crate training your pet if they’re not already used to spending time in a kennel. Pets who see the crate as a safe and normal place to be will experience much less anxiety during their flight, and devoting time to training in the weeks before the move is one of the kindest and smartest things you can do as a world traveling pet owner.
 
Choose a Pet Safe Airline -- Another important detail is your pet’s flight. Some airlines are more pet friendly than others, so it’s worth it to do a little research and choose a carrier with established pet policies in place. International pet travel will most likely mean that your pet will fly via cargo (and not necessarily on the same flight as you), but when handled by a pet safe airline this is a safe process. The cargo area is pressure and temperature controlled and pets are overseen by trained staff (not just baggage handlers).
 
Above all, don’t hesitate to ask for help if needed. Advice from your fellow expats and guidance from pet travel professionals can make all the difference when it comes to arranging a safe move for your most precious cargo.
 
Good luck, pet travelers!

 

(Example of a fanciful  pet crate made from a barrel, not airline approved, pictured.)