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This Might Be a Bad Idea | Expat Life & Marriage in Mexico
This Might Be a Bad Idea | Expat Life & Marriage in Mexico
Curious what happens when a married couple downsizes everything and moves from the U.S. to Mexico? We’re Erica and Jeff, and on This Might Be a Bad Idea, we give you an unfiltered look at expat life and marriage in real time. Every week, we unpack the chaos — the wins, the culture shocks, and the questionable decisions that follow you when you say “Let’s move abroad.” Expect raw, relatable stories about navigating life in Mexico as an American couple — from adapting to new routines and customs, handling unexpected challenges, and simply trying to keep it together. Whether you’re planning a move abroad, dating an expat, or just curious about life in Mexico, our podcast delivers authenticity with a side of calamity. Key themes: expat life, moving abroad, relocation stories, marriage abroad, living in Mexico, culture shock, and navigating life transitions — all told through conversations that feel like you're sitting in the room with us. Tune in weekly for real-life stories, laughter, occasional meltdowns, and yes—the occasional questionable decision or two.
March 25, 2026

A Hidden Place in Mexico We’re Not Ready to Share Yet

A Hidden Place in Mexico We’re Not Ready to Share Yet
This Might Be a Bad Idea | Expat Life & Marriage in Mexico
A Hidden Place in Mexico We’re Not Ready to Share Yet

For my birthday we took a road trip from Mérida to one of the most beautiful places we’ve seen in Mexico.

Think jungle roads, cenotes, crystal clear lagoons, and a quiet hotel built right on the water.

It ended up being one of our favorite trips since moving abroad.

There’s just one catch…

We’re not sharing the location yet.

If this episode gets enough followers and subscribers, we’ll reveal where we went in a future episode.

In this episode we talk about:

  • Driving across the Yucatán Peninsula
  • Traveling in Mexico with older parents
  • Exploring cenotes for the first time
  • A lagoon that stretches for miles
  • Disconnecting from phones and actually relaxing

Sometimes the best places are the ones you almost don’t want to tell anyone about.

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