Four Uniquely Mexican Things That The Whole World Should Adopt

I Love These Four Aspects of Mexican Culture So Much that I Wish They Were Ubiquitous

Travis W. King

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I’m not from Mexico, but I’ve lived in this beautiful country for almost 3 years. Not being from here has given me a unique perspective on things that feel acutely “Mexican.” I imagine for Mexicans these four things below might just seem “normal.” It’s like the classic joke: Do Italians call Italian food…food? If it’s what you’re used to, if it’s what you’ve grown up with, you might not even notice how special it is.

I’ve traveled to more than 50 counties. I haven’t been everywhere—but it’s on my list, as the saying goes. Some versions of these four things below might be practiced in other countries, but I know them from Mexico. I love them because they make living in Mexico feel more fun, more connected, and more charming overall. Whether you’re from Mexico, a long-term ex-pat, or just a visitor passing through, let me know in the comments what other uniquely Mexican things you love about this beautiful and diverse country!

Vamos con la lista…

Provecho, you lil’ pandas! Photo by Zach Rowlandson on Unsplash.

1. Provecho Culture.

It took me a while to put this into practice because I felt like an imposter at first, but now I never miss…

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Travis W. King

Traveling, writing, & working abroad for 10 years. Former Remote Year Dir. of Community. Check out my travel memoir—Not That Anyone Asked—at www.traviswking.com