Hi. I know this is not the perfect place to ask this question, but it's the closest I can find in the Forum section of the Web site.

I am a 50-something man who plans to go to Spanish language school at the intermediate level for 6 to 8 weeks this fall in Merida.

Does anyone have an opinion on which school might suit me best? I am a serious student, but of course enjoy having fun and enjoy people of all ages and backgrounds. I prefer to be at a school near el centro.

Thanks!

Hello.

My fiance and I desire to relocate to the lovely area of Merida. We are in our early 40's and are not financially in a position to retire, therefore we are attempting to find employment opportunities. We have 20 years experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods, manufacturing, quality, marketing, sales, and have an entrepreneurial spirit. Any recommendations / suggestions would be very much welcomed.

Thank you.
Traci

We are planning on coming to live in the Progresso area within the next 6 mths. With many years of experience with woodworking is there anyone who would need work done on their homes. Kitchen cupboards, furniture built etc. We would love to hear from those who have been looking for someone who is honest,has integrity and will always be there to get the job done when they say they will. Without taking anything away from the locals for the expert work they do, our goal is to be able to tap into the north american market who is looking for the little extra touch we can bring.

kodak

To all of those who have posted questions about working in Yucatan: Please bear in mind that foreigners cannot be employed in, or work, in Mexico without either forming their own company (thereby being self-employed; but this involves lots of paperwork and many fees and taxes) or having a Mexican employer obtain a work permit for you (not so easy to get). Obviously the reason is not to take work away from qualified Mexican citizens.

Juanita Stein, Yucatan Today editor

We would never wish to take away from the qualified mexican citizens, but after visiting your area have talked with many expats who just can't find someone who has the tools or qualifications in the progresso area to make custom furniture that they request.
We have only the utmost respect for all the citizens of the Yucatan and in no way would come to your area and take away work that can be done by the locals. But feel we could help train and employee willing bodies who wish to learn this trade of custom building.
thanks

If this position is still available, I would be very interested in speaking with you. I have spent time in the Yucatan, have lived, for brief periods, outside of Mexico City, and am attempting to relocate from Austin, Texas to the Gulf Coast are of the Yucatan.
Thank you for you consideration.