Hola Kathleen, Thank you for wanting to be a friend, I have had a home near Puerto Vallarta for 5 years now where I say 6 months a year and have traveled all over Mexico (except Oaxaca) for many years, if you have any questions about Mexico please feel free to ask.I do know Merida where I almost bought a home and the San Mugiel de Allende/Queretaro area...Hope to hear from you soon, Rick