In this episode of Adventure Calls, host Jess Drucker sits down with Ivonne Paavan, founder of Host Relocation, to uncover the reality of safety and acceptance for LGBTQ+ expats and the local community in Mexico.
Discover why more Americans are choosing to relocate south of the border and how Ivonne's expert insights can make your move seamless and stress-free. Jess and Ivonne discuss the realities of life in Mexico, from safety, the actual cost of living, the importance of learning Spanish how to get a visa to Mexico, what schools children can attend, what part of Mexico to move to, and more.
We talk about life in cities like, Mexico City, Queretaro, Puerto Vallarta, Cancun
Playa del Carmen, Monterrey and Guadalajara.
Below are the key takeaways from this episode:
- Safety for the LGBTQ Community: Mexico offers significant safety and acceptance for LGBTQ individuals, sometimes even more so than in the US.
- Comprehensive Relocation Services: Host Relocation Mexico provides a range of services including residency, housing, and multicultural training to facilitate smooth transitions for expats.
- Learning Spanish: Adapting to life in Mexico is easier with Spanish proficiency, and Host Relocation offers pre-departure Spanish classes via Zoom.
- Cost of Living: Although gentrification has raised prices, the cost of living in Mexico generally remains lower than in the US, particularly for dining and entertainment.
About Ivonne Paavan + Host Relocation
Ivonne Paavan is the founder of Host Relocation, a leading relocation company based in Querétaro, Mexico with teams in all major areas of the country. With a wealth of experience working with international companies, Ivonne understands the unique challenges faced by expats. Her company offers comprehensive services, including residency, housing, and multicultural training, to ensure a smooth transition to life in Mexico. Ivonne is committed to making sure all clients, particularly those in the LGBTQ community, feel safe and supported in their new home.
Host Relocation Introduction Visa video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2gSwIsFabU&t=30s
Website: https://hostrelocation.com.mx
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hostrelocation
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hostrelocationmexico
Rainbow Relocation Strategies
The Adventure Calls podcast is brought to you by Jess Drucker and the Rainbow Relocation Strategies team, the first and only LGBTQ+ centered company focused on creating international relocation strategy for those look to take the leap and follow their call to adventure.
Website: www.rainbowrelo.com
Website: Jessicadrucker.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rainbowrelo
Book: How To Move Abroad
The Adventure Calls podcast is a bi-weekly podcast that seeks to empower queer folks to move, live and thrive abroad with interviews with relocation experts, queer expats who have successfully relocated and other organizations that give a lens on the LGBTQ+ experience in the world.
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