What is it really like to retire in a Mexican city most expats overlook? In this episode of Live by Design – Mexico Edition, host Taniel Chemsian talks with Paulette and Marc, a couple who left Sacramento, California to begin their retirement in San Luis Potosí, Mexico – a culturally rich, affordable, and quietly comfortable city far from the usual expat hotspots.
They share how they evaluated different countries and cities, addressed family fears, downsized their lives, and worked together as a couple to make the move possible. The conversation covers cost of living in Mexico, access to healthcare for expats, safety realities versus media myths, and what daily life actually feels like in San Luis Potosí.
If you’re considering retiring in Mexico from the USA, exploring alternatives to beach towns, or simply looking for a more authentic and affordable expat lifestyle, this episode offers real stories, practical lessons, and honest insight to help you decide whether a city like San Luis Potosí could be the right place to design your next chapter.
Key Moments:
04:56 “Food Tastes Bland in LA”
09:16 Preparing to Move Abroad
10:23 “Falling for Puerto Vallarta”
15:36 Faster Medical Care in Mexico
19:20 Affordable Surgery Abroad Insight
How to contact Paulette and Marc:
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoTravelersInMexico
EMAIL: thetwotravelersinmexico@gmail.com
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