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What Causes Gringos to be in Deep Shit in Latin America?
Often, people who have not been to Latin America get worried about safety before showing up. Well, from what I have seen, those who get most fucked up tend to fall into the following groups.
How Cheap is it to Live in Latin America?
You hear often about how cheap it is to live in Latin America. But is it true? Well, coming from someone who has spent as little as 300 bucks a month, you get what you pay for.
Mature Enough to Live in Latin America?
I started traveling around Latin America when I was fairly young. Reflecting on that, I was not the most mature at that time and here are some of my thoughts on that time in my life.
The Ignorance Regarding Foreigners in Latin America
There are certain ignorant beliefs or attitudes that Latinos sometimes have that annoy me.
The Story of a Deported Woman Living in Mexico
Each year, the US deports people back to Mexico and other countries around the world. Here’s the story of one woman I met who had to leave back to Mexico.
Beware of Gringos Giving Advice on Life in Latin America
There are things you need to consider before taking the advice of a gringo giving insight on life in Latin America. Including myself.
“Hablas Ingles, Gringo?”
There are circumstances where Latinos will try to speak English with you. Some of them are annoying, others are normal. Let’s discuss…
“But Gringo! I Speak English! Give Me Your Money!”
At times, people hustling for money in Latin America can get annoying. Some thoughts…
“Give Me Your Fucking Money or You Won’t Sleep!”
When hustlers in Mexico come up with a new weapon of destruction to get your money…..a trombone.
Indigenous Folks Leaving for the City in Latin America
Across Latin America, indigenous cultures continue to disappear for various reasons. From what I have seen, one of the reasons is due to the continued migration from rural areas to the cities. Here’s an example.