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Foreigners Must Exit Mexico to Secure a Work Permit
lexology.com

Recent changes in the immigration procedures in Mexico impose new obligations and implications for individuals interested in securing a Temporary Resident Visa Form or to correct their immigration status.

A Visit to Parque Revolución in Midtown Guadalajara
Antonio Ramblés

For those who have sated themselves on Guadalajara's high profile tourist attractions, the neighborhoods of the city's midtown offer a change-of-pace urban experience that invite the visitor to return again and again. At its heart is the Parque Revolución.

Mexico's Victor Espinoza 'Near Kentucky Derby Royalty'
Chris Tognotti

Well, the 2015 Kentucky Derby is in the books. And as it turns out, the winning jockey in the 141st iteration of the big race is the same guy who took home top honors in the 140th — Mexico's Victor Espinoza, jockey for Kentucky Derby winner American Pharoah.

$500k Private Tasting Trip for Tequila Connoisseurs
Melita Kiely

For $500,000 USD, Tequila Avion is offering tequila connoisseurs the chance to travel on a private Gulfstream jet to the brand's distillery in Jalisco, Mexico, to sample 'the world's most expensive tasting flight.'

China Passes Mexico as Top Source of New US Immigrants
wsj.com

For a decade, immigration to the U.S. from China and India, which boast the world's biggest populations, has been rising. Meanwhile, immigration from Mexico has been declining due to improvements in the Mexican economy and lower Mexican birth rates.

El Cardonal Reflects Tiger Woods' Course Design Skills
Dallas News

Over the last several years, Tiger Woods' once unstoppable golf career has often been in the rough, both on and off the course. But his first course design effort, El Cardonal at Diamante in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, is a solid initial effort.

Oaxaca Aerospace Unveils Modern Aircraft Prototype
EFE

Oaxaca Aerospace recently unveiled the first prototype of a modern aircraft developed in Mexico with proprietary technology and designed primarily for use by the security forces. The company sees Latin American military and police as potential buyers.

Cinco de Mayo: a Great Battle, a Great Victory
BanderasNews.com

Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexico's independence, but it is not Independence Day. Mexico asserted its independence from Spain on September 16, 1810. The festivities on May 5 are about another battle for independence - a battle fought against the French in 1862.

AT&T Completes Acquisition of Nextel Mexico
BanderasNews.com

On the heels of purchasing Iusacell, AT&T has completed its acquisition of Nextel Mexico. AT&T will merge Iusacell and Nextel into a single company for wider coverage and as part of its plan to create 'the first-ever North American Mobile Service area.'

Mural by Mexico's Rufino Tamayo Returns to UN Building
La Prensasa

The 'La Fraternidad' mural by Mexican artist Rufino Tamayo (1899-1991) has been returned to the United Nations headquarters in New York after undergoing a five-year restoration process, the Mexican Foreign Relations Secretariat said.

Mexico a Strong Option for Jaguar Land Rover Plant
Nacha Cattan

Jaguar Land Rover is considering building a plant in Mexico, following other luxury car makers lured by cheap labor and free trade agreements. Jaguar would tread a well-worn path to Mexico, Latin America's top vehicle producer, which has already wooed Germany's premier luxury brands.

Why Do So Many Latin American Teens Hook Up in Parks?
Scott Keyes

If public displays of affection make you uncomfortable, don't come to Latin America. Unlike the US, there's no room for pearl clutching here. From Mexico City to Medellin and Buenos Aires to Belize, making out in public is a virtual rite of passage for high schoolers and young adults.

Vallarta Rolls Out the Welcome Mat for NATJA Attendees
Emily Murray

This May 4-9, Puerto Vallarta will be rolling out the welcome mat for the 2015 North American Travel Journalists Association (NATJA) as the Pacific Coast vacation destination plays host to their annual conference, which is being held in Mexico for the first time.

Facebook Messenger Rolls Out Video Chat in Mexico
JP Mangalindan

Facebook announced on Monday a new iOS and Android update for Messenger that brings the ability to video chat other users. The feature is coming to 18 markets around the globe at first, including the U.K., France, Greece, Ireland, Mexico, Portugal and the US.

The History of El Día del Trabajo (Labor Day) in Mexico
Marie Callan

International Worker's Day commemorates the historic struggle of working people throughout the world. In Mexico, May 1st is a Federal holiday known as 'Dia del Trabajo,' with banks, schools, government offices, and many businesses closed.

GAP to Acquire Spanish Airport Concessions Company
Gulli Arnason

As the result of a competitive bidding process, Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico has been selected and has reached an agreement with Abertis Airports for the acquisition of its 100% stake in Spanish company Desarrollo de Concesiones Aeroportuarias.

SMART Festival Will Splash San Miguel with Art
Ed Placidi

The fourth annual SMART, an eclectic and visionary art festival in San Miguel de Allende, will paint this jewel in the crown of colonial Mexico with the works of hot contemporary artists, cocktail parties, a DJ dance party, and more from May 29-31, 2015.

'Bachelor in Paradise' Season 2 Returns to Mexico
inquisitr.com

'Bachelor in Paradise' returns to Mexico for Season 2. Rumors about who will join host Chris Harrison in Puerto Vallarta to find love, or create drama, are creating a buzz online, with the rose master himself dropping hints about which Bachelor alum will appear on the show.

Mexico Expects a Surge in Growth at Gulf Coast Ports
John Gallagher

Mexico's port official expects energy sector reforms to fuel a surge in growth at ports along the country's Gulf coast. Guillermo Ruiz de Teresa said deepwater offshore oil contracts could do for Gulf of Mexico ports what container trades did for Pacific Coast ports.

Mexico to Televise the Fight of the Century for Free
Sean Wagner-McGough

If you don't want to pay $100 USD for the Mayweather vs. Pacquiao fight, you might want to head south of the border, because the entire country of Mexico is getting the fight for FREE! Televisa and Azteca have agreed to air the fight, so if you have a TV, you're good to go.

Canada Facilitates Entry for Mexican Travelers
BanderasNews.com

The Canadian government announced last week that the expansion of the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) program, to include travelers from Mexico and three other countries, is part of the country's 2015-2016 budget.


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