The following links will answer many of the FAQ’s about the Ajijic & Chapala area. It will also give you a glimpse into the nearly endless possibilities of activities, services and amenities available, as well as providing maps of the region and its many interesting and charming communities along Lake Chapala.
Anything not addressed here is just a phone call away; I love talking about Ajijic, Lake Chapala, and our life here in Mexico. Feel free to call me anytime. I have a Vonage VOIP telephone number for toll-free calls from the United States and Canada, 281.303.5824.
Life, In General
Banking Information/Currency Converter
Naturally, the exchange rate varies daily, but is normally around[…] read more
Telephone, Internet and Mail Services
Local landline telephone service is a Telmex monopoly in the Ajijic, Lake Chapala area, but[…] read more
Cost of Living
The 10,000 – 15,000 expatriates who live in the Ajijic, Lake Chapala area[…] read more
Grocery, Pharmacy and Liquor Stores
Expatriates are able to find just about everything they had back home[…] read more
Is Mexico a safe place to live?
Those of us who have made Mexico our home feel that the media[…] read more
Activities
Ajijic & Lake Chapala Restaurants
For its relative size, the Ajijic, Lake Chapala area offers a large selection of[…] read more
Social Clubs
Among the numerous clubs and organizations one can join, the most helpful to visitors[…] read more
Spas & Thermal Baths
There are several spas in the Ajijic, Lake Chapala area from the modest–where a one-hour massage[…] read more
Entertainment
Movies & Theatre Stage Productions
First-run movies & theatre stage productions are easy to find […] read more
Fiestas, Parades, Charreada (Mexican Rodeo)
A fun and fascinating aspect of life in Mexico is that it seems[…] read more