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Lakeside Medical Group

Understanding Medicare Advantage in Mexico: What Expats Need to Know

For many US and Canadian expats living part- or full-time in Mexico, healthcare coverage can be confusing—especially when it comes to Medicare and whether it applies outside the United States. While Original Medicare offers little to no coverage abroad, some Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans do include emergency and urgent care coverage in Mexico. The […]

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Lakeside Medical Group

Using Medicare Advantage in Mexico: How Lakeside Medical Group Makes It Easy

For many US and Canadian expats and seasonal residents living in Mexico, healthcare coverage can be confusing—especially when it comes to Medicare and whether it applies outside the United States. Recently, comments suggested that Medicare coverage abroad is extremely limited. That’s partially true—but here’s the full story: with the right Medicare Advantage plan and proper

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ORIGINAL Yucatán 2025

 ORIGINAL Yucatán 2025: A Celebration of Mexico’s Living Textile Heritage

At the Salón de la Historia in the Palacio de Gobierno, we had the honor of attending the press conference announcing ORIGINAL: Encuentro de Arte Textil Mexicano—a major cultural event coming to Mérida for the first time after four successful editions in Mexico City. From October 16–19, 2025, the Centro de Convenciones Siglo XXI will

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Celebrate Janal Pixan in Mérida with the Festival de las Ánimas 2025

Janal Pixan in Mérida: Honoring Life and Death with Tradition, Music, and Culture

In Yucatán, Janal Pixan—meaning “Food for the Souls” in Maya—is more than a holiday. It is a deeply rooted tradition that blends ancient Maya beliefs with Catholic practices introduced during the colonial era. Known widely as Día de Muertos, this celebration honors loved ones who have passed, welcoming them back with offerings of food, flowers,

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Crowds waving Mexican flags at Plaza Grande in Mérida during Independence Day

Celebrate Mexican Independence Day in Mérida, Yucatán: What to See, Do & Eat

Every September, Mérida comes alive with music, food, fireworks, and patriotic pride as the city joins the rest of Mexico in celebrating El Día de la Independencia. This holiday, often mistaken for Cinco de Mayo by outsiders, is actually Mexico’s most important national celebration—commemorating the start of the fight for independence from Spain in 1810.

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The Quiet Revolution of Letting Go

Written by Assata Akil There’s power in the silent revolution. The kind that doesn’t announce itself. The kind that begins beneath the surface. There’s power in the pivot. In choosing differently. In letting go of what no longer fits. In the stillness, I noticed it— a quiet invitation to pause. To listen. To make space.

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U.S. Consulate in Mérida Yucatán

A New Era for the U.S. Consulate in Mérida, Yucatán

Written by Stephanie Carmon A Landmark Addition to the Yucatán Peninsula Last Friday, we had the privilege of touring the brand-new U.S. Consulate building in northern Mérida alongside Consul General Justen Thomas. This impressive $210 million project marks a significant milestone for diplomatic infrastructure in the region—offering enhanced service, efficiency, and security for all visitors.

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Discover Ceremonia

A Spa and Slow Fashion Ritual in Mérida Yucatán – Discover Ceremonia

If you love pampering yourself (or surprising someone special with a thoughtful gift), Ceremonia is a destination you can’t miss. This haven of spa and slow fashion in Mérida Yucatán brings together self-care, design, and sustainability in one beautiful space. I recently spent a blissful afternoon at their Montebello location, a beautifully designed boutique spa

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