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Xalapa, Affordable Cultural Gem
August 2008 ¡¡Viva Mexico!! Hola Mexico Insider Reader: This month we take you to the “Athens of Mexico”: a colonial capital that offers you great food, great views, and more cultural events to enjoy than you can possibly work into your schedule. Xalapa (sometimes spelled Jalapa) nestles in the foothills of mountains, in the heart of Veracruz State's coffee-growing region. The java, needless to say, is great-rich, aroma-laden, and irresistible. But don't bother asking for decaf-you'll need the jolt to keep you going as you take in concerts, museums, and perhaps a little kayaking on Xalapa's many rivers. Plus, you can have all this at prices that won't break the bank-Xalapa real estate and cost of living are very reasonable. You can have a three-bedroom house, with garage, just minutes from the city center for $150,000. Less than $100,000 gets you a two-story home in a nearby village with mountain views to die for. All of which makes Xalapa a great place to cover for Mexico Insider's fifth anniversary issue. Yes, we're going into our sixth year of bringing you on-the-ground, inside information on living and investing in Mexico. So enjoy this month's issue-our 61st. And thank you for being with us as Mexico Insider celebrates its birthday. May it have many happy returns. ¡Felices viajes a todos! Glynna Prentice P.S. Why don't you also consider joining the party in Mérida at International Living's Live and Invest in Mexico seminar Nov. 6-8, 2008? IL's Mexico-based staff will be there (including yours truly), along with scores of experts on every aspect of relocating, retiring, and investing in Mexico. It's your chance to get all the information you need, all in one place. Get the Early Bird Discount of $100 off each registration if you sign up before Sept. 5. Find out more.
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