Learn Spanish in Mexico
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To book a Spanish Course in Mexico
Visa Requirements A visa is not required for a tourist stay of a maximum 180 days if you are holding a tourist card issued by an airline, which is only applicable to holders of British passports. A visa is not required if you hold a tourist card with a consular stamp issued by an embassy or consulate in, or nearest to, the country of residence. A tourist card is valid for up to 90 days after the date of issue. Immigration officers will decide on the maximum period of stay. Visitors must hold documents required for the next destination and a return, onward, ticket. Also you must hold sufficient funds. Extra Information Mexican Embassy UK Money Matters Carrying money Climate Mexico's climate varies according to the country's topography. It's hot and humid along the coastal plains on both sides of the country, but inland, at higher elevations (such as in Guadalajara or Mexico City), the climate is much drier and more temperate. The hot, wet season is May to October. The southern coastal regions can be hot and extremely humid between July and September. October to May is fairly dry and still comfortably warm. December to February are generally the coolest months, but north winds can make inland northern Mexico decidedly chilly, with temperatures sometimes approaching freezing. Holidays and Holydays
Culture Today, Mexico is covered with murals and littered with galleries of contemporary and historic art, which are a highlight of the country for many visitors. Mexican creativity is also expressed through the country's vibrant folk-art tradition. Pre-Hispanic art consists mainly of stone carvings, frescoes and murals, and ceramics. Spanish is Mexico's predominant language, but Mexican Spanish differs
from Castilian Spanish, the literary and official language of Spain, in
two respects: in Mexico, the Castilian lisp has more or less disappeared,
and numerous Indian words have been adopted. Around 50 Indian languages
are spoken by about 5 million people in Mexico; 15% of these Indians do
not speak Spanish. Mexican cuisine is centred on three national staples: tortillas, fried beans and chilli peppers. Tortillas are thin round patties of pressed corn or wheat-flour dough cooked on griddles. Beans (frijoles) are eaten boiled, fried or refried, in soups, on tortillas or with just about anything. Apart from an astonishing array of freshly squeezed fruit juices (jugos), which are readily available from street stalls, Mexico is also famous for its alcoholic beverages - mezcal and tequila in particular. Pulque is a mildly alcoholic drink derived directly from the sap of the maguey. Tipping in restaurants in resort areas is equivalent to US levels - somewhere between 15% and 20%. Outside these areas, a tip of 10% is sufficient at mid-range or quality restaurants; in general, staff at smaller, cheaper places do not expect a tip. Travel Safety Advice Insurance However you travel, it's worth taking out insurance. Standard insurance should at least cover theft and loss of luggage, and cancellation of, and delays in, your travel arrangements. Ticket loss is also covered by travel insurance, but make sure you keep a separate record of your ticket details. Contact us if you haven't already taken out a comprehensive insurance policy. Health Before you travel you should always check with the Foreign Office as to the official view on the safety of the country you intend to visit. Foreign and Commonwealth Office MASTA What Shall I Take? Apart from any special personal needs you may have and things you might require for a particular kind of trip i.e. camping gear, hiking boots, surfboard etc., you may like to consider the following: · An under-the-clothes money belt or shoulder wallet Books, Films and Music Lonely Planet World Food: Mexico by Bruce Gedes, Paloma Garcia
Useful Websites www.bbc.co.uk/weather/features (The weather worldwide) To book a Spanish Course in Mexico
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