Lunches are an integral part of business in Mexico. Ironically, though, business will rarely come up during those lunches. The occasion will be used mainly as a means of getting to know you. Whatever you do, don't ruin the mood by pulling papers out of your briefcase for discussion or review. Business may be the intention, but overall it will be much more subtle.
Fax machines are also very common.
To make long distance you can either do it by operator dialing 02 for national calls or 09 for international calls. The service 08 is a free of charge call and is an emergency service like the 911. 1 Jan. Constitution Day Mon. 5 Feb. Benito Juarez Birthday Thu. Jueves Santo Thu.