The Mexican Lifestyle is NOT for Everyone 🇲🇽
Today I take you on a walk through the Pueblos of Chicxulub and Ixil as we talk about what living in Mexico is actually like. Life out here is not for everyone and it does have its challenges but for many it is the only way to truly live life. Join me as we walk and talk about why the Mexican Lifestyle is not for everyone. #mexico #livingabroad #livinginmexico
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Just started watching. Excellent narration. Best narration I’ve heard from any KZread channel. Thanks. Very fully descriptive. 👍
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
Muchas Gracias! Glad to hear you enjoy the videos so much!
You never ceased to amaze me. I cannot get over your knowledge, expertise and wisdom. I am an older black American female, and. I live in Morelia Mexico. I learned to speak conversational Spanish in a couple of months, my love for Mexicans, and my desire to stay here for the rest of my life propelled me to learn it(mind over matter I guess). I am enjoying my freedom. Every day, I feel like kissing the ground of Mexico. The best country and people in the world. I am a middle-class black American that recently received my permanent residency. I had to provide financial solvency, that I gladly produced. I was so happy when the Consulate gave me my residency. I had my Mexican flag in hand, and just cried. I love living in these neighborhoods where they speak only Spanish. Because I now speak Spanish, English offends me. Lol. I LOVE MEXICO. Viva Mexico. I truly appreciate you.
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the kind words! So happy to hear that you picked up Spanish so fast! You will really get to immerse yourself into the Mexican culture now! Thanks for sharing! Viva Mexico!
@georgeallen7667
5 ай бұрын
English offends you? Seriously? Where did you accumulate your wealth? Where were you raised? What country let you have the resources to move? Typical, no gratitude or appreciation. I am glad that you found your happy place.
RICH, is being young in Latin America, dancing, 💃, cultural travel, beaches, etc,etc. coffee houses, Concerts,I had it for 30 years.
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
Yes I totally agree, Health is Wealth! Thanks for sharing!
Yes. Go on & on. Been watching you 6 years. You’re the best
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
Jaja Thank you for all the love and support throughout the years! Viva Mexico!
Tennesseans think like Mexican's. The number one comment from a Tennessean on people moving from other states is, " Don't try to make Tennessee like your home state." This is especially true of people moving from Western or Northern states. I'm included in those groups. I'm from Washington State, and I love Tennessee for what it is and don't try to change it. I also ove Mexico. It feels free to me and I get sad when I return to visit and see new chain hotels and restaurants or music catering to tourists. I visit to experience Mexican culture and music and don't want a regurgitated version of home. I really appreciate your candid comments. I'm considering relocating in the next 5-10 years but want to make sure I have planned well by starting to learn Spanish now and exploring different communities. In the meantime , I'll have to settle for visiting regularly.
@crystalgarcia2143
5 ай бұрын
I love Tennessee we live one state away
@Sryker
5 ай бұрын
@@crystalgarcia2143 I love it too! We love all the nature and rivers.
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
I know what you mean. I hate it too. That's why we are considering moving to a more rural area in the future as the city gets more and more developed. It happens all over the world, it is a by product of growth and people wanting to move here. But the plus side is that Mexico is a huge country and just like there are still pockets of greatness in the USA the same will hold true for Mexico. Thanks again for sharing with us!
If people here are having trouble making it on 3 to 4k a month I don't know what to tell them. I make right in the middle of that about 3.6 - 3.7k a month and I live practically in the lap of luxury. I do have a schwab account so I don't constantly get charged country to country exchange rate fees, so maybe that's one area people are making mistakes. Maybe another is they are constantly eating out on the main tourist strips where prices are jacked up to the same they are in the US, hint: DON'T DO THAT! But man, life is good here with what I make, really really good.
@JoseArteagaTravels
4 ай бұрын
Amen! Thanks for sharing! Viva Mexico!
A good way to gauge wealth is by debt. The average American family is in debt of $103,000 USD. The average mexican family has about $1,500 USD in debt. With financial stress levels reduced dramatically, I see mexicanos as generally relaxed, with big families and in good spirits.
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
Wow that is a huge disparity! Really appreciate that info! You are 100% Correct the financial stress in Mexico is much different than in the US and that really does make a huge difference in daily life. Thank you for sharing!
@Red1Moon
5 ай бұрын
@@JoseArteagaTravels you can double check the figures but they are close. Cheers . All the best.
@dianaj3139
5 ай бұрын
@Red1Moon: I think for MANY Americans the Debt is MUCH MUCH more that over $100,000.00 Over this past weekend, I was hanging around a Dodge/Chrysler dealership admiring the MAIN attraction in the showroom, It was a Dodge truck with extra cab, and was 4X4 The sticker price was $125,000.00 with Base sticker price over $95,000.00 That is More than I paid for my first house!! So if a vehicle that isn't all that special is that crazy...what about real estate? I agree with you!!
@NeonAnimeDreams
4 ай бұрын
Debt is not necessarily a bad thing. For example up until very recently when interest rates started to get higher, buying a house with 2% interest was a good move because once you factor in inflation you're actually coming out on top with the value of your home, what you paid into it, vs what the value of the dollar is. Today it's different of course, buying a home now actually favors the bank more than you, but these times are weird. But going with normal times I wouldn't count good debt as debt in the same way you'd count other debts. Now credit card debt, on the other hand, is a whole other animal and definitely falls into that category of bad debt, but most Americans are only $6000 in credit card debt, bad yes, but $6000 of debt is still manageable when you make over 70k a year. I'm not sure how well Mexicans can manage $1500 of debt with how little they make.
Everybody has a smile on their face
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
Yes they do, Good eye! It really is magical to be in a place where most people are truly happy all the time. Viva Mexico!
Gracias for the content, it's always good to know more than one filosofy 😊
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
Absolutely! Glad you enjoyed it!
Let's face it, if you're unhappy here in the US, you'll probably be unhappy anywhere if your expectations aren't met. If you have to have everything to keep up with your neighbors or surpass your neighbors, you won't be happy no matter what. If A competetive, comparative lifestyle hasn't worked for you so far, it may be the wrong approach. I lived frugally most of my life even at times I had money or didn't. I have no problem with laws that protect me. However, there are unjust people who will abuse their authority. I don't agree all Mexicans love expats, as all Americans don't agree on everything. But decent people will treat others decently. Nasty people will treat others nasty. There's no one size fits all life choice and that's life. Fight it or go with the flow. I like listening to your perspective. Keep up the good work.
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
Well said. What Mexico truly offers is a respite from all the insanity of living back home. Again if you are not happy in the US because whatever you have is just never enough, you won't be happy in Mexico either. But I do think many people are unhappy in the US these days simply because they can not live a life similar to what many people in Mexico live. Sometimes all people want is to live in Peace and in Mexico that is much easier achieved. Thanks again for sharing with us!
@davidsebastianelli1326
5 ай бұрын
Hola Jose! Hola Cat, good perspective.... I've always been a relatively happy person, ready with a humorous smile or comment to make others smile. It helps to be a goofy guy along with being able to laugh at one's self. Different things make different people unhappy. Most people just want to be happy in life but tend to have trouble maintaining it, be it through work, money or relationships and etc. If everyone around you seems happy and always smiling it tends to put those anxious worries on the "backburner" and make any and all of those persistent troubling thoughts go away. Being around smiling happy people all of the time will do that for a person. The friendly, welcoming people and a peaceful unhurried life in Mexico could be all someone really needs to keep that smile on their face and in their heart. No te preocupes se feliz! Much suerte desde la hermosa Ensenada!
Half of my family is Mexican... I married into it! :) We had a family gathering with amazing food and games over the weekend... I was admiring how while some younger parents were able to allow the small children to run around SAFELY as all the family were looking after them... No need to hire a babysitter!! Some people at the party were drinking a little alcohol but as many more were not and nobody was unsafe... Everyone was loving and happy. This is in huge contrast to how crazy the gringos I know "party" They always have to hire a sitter because they don't stay under control.
@JoseArteagaTravels
4 ай бұрын
Yes I totally agree. Coming from a Cuban household and growing up with all my Cuban Cousins and family it was a very similar upbringing. I never once had a babysitter that wasn't a family member and the parties always raged all night long and yet there were always plenty of sober family members to take care of the kids and even some of the adults lol. I much more prefer Latin/Mexican culture, it is how I was raised and how I enjoy living. In controlled Chaos. Thanks for sharing! Viva Mexico!
@dianaj3139
4 ай бұрын
@@JoseArteagaTravels Awesome! You feel at home in Mexico because the family culture is so similar and TRUE!! :)
Am in Cancun, the only malls puerto cancun and las americas ( the biggest in the caribbeans) close at 22h most of the stores at 9 pm, I ve never seen a touristic destination closing that early pushing all tourists to the bars!
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
ok! Thanks for sharing!
Great video. I love Mexico, and I plan to retire there. Your videos are a great help for people like me.
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
That is awesome! Glad to hear that!
Excellent video Jose. You are spot on about what is going on. I travel a lot and have seen the demise in inner cities primarily Oakland CA and around the Bay Area and is visible in rural areas as well. I have seen it all . We are becoming a third world country. Thank you Jose.
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
It really just keeps getting worse out there and its a shame. I am always so thankful to be living out here in peace. Viva Mexico!
@calitrucker6060
5 ай бұрын
@@JoseArteagaTravels I would be out there too, but have two kids in school still. Another 8 years and I will be living in my home in The state of Colima full time and hopefully collecting my social security benefits.
I absolutely love the Mexican people! Their hearts are pure gold and authentic. I've made many friends over the years from vacation travel and working there.
@JoseArteagaTravels
4 ай бұрын
That's awesome! Thanks for sharing!
You are a good narrator. . much talk but doesn´t bore me . . congrats and keep the happiness.
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words! Glad you enjoyed the show!
Continue to "preach" Jose so much truth in this video
@JoseArteagaTravels
4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the kind words. Glad to hear my videos resonate with so many of my viewers. Viva Mexico!
Reminds me of my neighborhood back in the 60's and early 70's. paradise.
@JoseArteagaTravels
4 ай бұрын
Awesome! Thanks for sharing!
Great walking tour. 👍🏾
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
Muchas Gracias! Glad you enjoyed!
I can’t wait to get to Mexico and be free! Thanks!
@JoseArteagaTravels
4 ай бұрын
Good luck with everything! Thanks for sharing!
Jose ... one thing i always love seeing in Mexico are the 'papel picado's' streaming overhead at the plaza's like you were showing at the 21:10 mark of the film 😁
@JoseArteagaTravels
4 ай бұрын
I know I love them too! Makes everything look even more magical! Viva Mexico!
Yes, you can have anything you want in Mexico just as in the USA but I prefer the easy, calm lifestyle Mexico offers. Although I must say if you have to work in Mexico, I prefer the US. Mexico is fine for retirees like myself. I go to my hometown in Northern Mexico for a few weeks just to decompress from US fast paced lifestyle.
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
I have talked to many Mexicans who are much happier living in Mexico these days because they can now make more money in this booming economy and not have to rely on going to the USA or Canada to make more money. Many Mexicans these days can make about the same or close to the same they would be making abroad and because of that most are choosing to stay home since their quality of life is much higher out here and being with friends and family. Sure certain people can make much more in the US or Canada but for the majority they can actually make more or about the same amount just staying here in Mexico and running a small business. Things are changing for the better here in Mexico which is contributing to the sustainability of this booming economy. Again even myself at only 43 years old can live very comfortably on just $1,500 USD a month so imagine when making more. Mexico is not just for retirees anymore. Thanks for sharing!
@rosakwick5329
4 ай бұрын
I agree with you. Mexico is good for retirees.
That town looks pretty 😊
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
Yes I totally agree it is gorgeous out there! Thanks for sharing!
Me gusta tu programa yo soy de Colima viviendo en Newark CA, por 40 años y me gusta mi cultura mexicana me gente voy a Colima 3 veces por año bendiciones
@JoseArteagaTravels
4 ай бұрын
Muchas gracias! Me da mucho gusto que te gustan tantos los videos! Me encanta Mexico muchisimo. Fue una gran bendicion cuando me tuve que ir de los estados unidos y pude caer aqui en esta bonita y maravillosa tierra. Que Viva Mexico!
100% agree with you! we are mexican but my father worked in the US for decades I stayed in mexico building his house , finally he retires and comes back to Mexico and bam! culture shock for him, same complaints you mention, almost a year since he left the US and now he is learning to be mexican again! jajajaja good video very on point
@JoseArteagaTravels
3 ай бұрын
Jaja wow! Yeah that story is actually more common than you think. I often times see Mexicans like your dad who spent most of their lives in the USA have a major culture shock when coming back to Mexico. The majority of them are extremely happy about being back home and look at the change as a giant adventure. Thanks again for sharing! Viva Mexico!
this video left me SPEECHLESS
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
Awesome! Glad to hear you enjoyed the video!
@dianaj3139
4 ай бұрын
Jajaja... Hanson, I know you were there with all of us through the Covie nonsense... Jose kept me cooking and smiling when everyone else was hiding.... Can't believe you are speechless.. LOL :)
The Hell with authority...!
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
Amen! Viva Mexico!
I thought that I was going to move to Mexico and be a Cowboy. Turns out that I am a Suburbanite just like I am in the USA.
@JoseArteagaTravels
4 ай бұрын
Jaja well just keep trying slowly but surely! I know what you mean. I am slowly starting to make the transition myself! Thanks for sharing!
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@JoseArteagaTravels
4 ай бұрын
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Great Content, You're a Realist, You keep it Real... 🇲🇽👍🇨🇦👍🇺🇸 Thank's to your Videos, People can see that Mexico is not like how the Media in the USA makes it appear to be... 🇺🇸👍🇨🇦👍🇲🇽
@JoseArteagaTravels
4 ай бұрын
Muchas gracias! Glad you enjoy the videos so much!
J'aime beaucoup Mexique !
@JoseArteagaTravels
4 ай бұрын
Bon jour!
What was the giant tree stump?
@JoseArteagaTravels
4 ай бұрын
Great question! According to what we read on the plaque next to the Giant Tree. A giant storm destroyed it many years ago so they have kept the stump intact and waiting for it to eventually regrow. It was like a Giant Tree of life that survived a major catastrophe. It was very impressive to see in person!
Mexicans are waaaaaaaaarrrmmm!❤
@JoseArteagaTravels
4 ай бұрын
Yes they are. Amazing people. Viva Mexico!
I do not live in the US anymore, SE Asia, but the loss of freedom in the US is shocking. Absolutely terrifyingly. It's amazing how people volunteer to be slaves.
@JoseArteagaTravels
4 ай бұрын
Yes it really is crazy to see. I left 6 years ago and can not imagine how much worse it has actually gotten. As you already know most countries around the world have much more Freedom these days than the actual "Land of the Free" Thanks for sharing!
@dianaj3139
4 ай бұрын
as georgeallen said.. Volunteer slaves! When 911 happened and all the airlines over the USA shut down... my co-worker said whatever the President tells me to do I will do" She said she would rather lose freedom in order to be "safe" That was one of the craziest things I had ever heard at the time. and here we are more than 2 decades later and we have lost SO much freedom!!
Go Jose...!
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
Viva Mexico!
por favor quiero la residencia ahorita quien se atreve a darmela la quiero ya.
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
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Rich would be helping your neighbors.
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
Amen! Well said! That's why i love Mexico! Thanks for sharing!
The more developed a country becomes, the more rules and laws there are. Depending on what you desire in life, it does drive where you will be happy living. If you want to "live and let live" make sure you are also fine with letting others live as they wish! I've noticed a lot of people enjoy their freedom, but don't necessarily enjoy that of others. No, I dont feel like a criminal in my own country, and I dont see red carpet rolling out for criminals--that's more of a political opinion than fact. Freedom depends a bit on what personal freedoms you want (ie reproductive choice, or free speech, or right to protest, or freedom from taxes). But I'm also laissez-faire and let people do as they wish unless it's dangerous. I love Mexico, I was there for 4 months traveling around 30 years ago and finally went back last month, still love it.
@JoseArteagaTravels
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
I really like the things you mentioned Jose. Life anywhere is difficult, but in Mexico everyone is simply happier because there is more freedom and no rules other than no killing, no kidnapping, no bothering, no stealing, no driving a foreign plated car as a Mexican or Permanent Resident. Other than that Mexico is simply AMAZING!!!
@JoseArteagaTravels
4 ай бұрын
Amen! Viva Mexico!
because of continuous ha ar p winds for months the beaches have shrunk incredibly there is just room for hotels furniture and customers in most parts
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
Mexico is a HUGE country. Sorry to hear about the temporary beach situation in Cancun. Thank goodness you can just travel to many other parts of Mexico for a better beach experience. I was just out on the Yucatecan Coast a few days ago and the beaches are more beautiful than ever!
En México hay mas ambiente.
@JoseArteagaTravels
4 ай бұрын
Asi es! Gracias en compartir!
When you say most Americans coming to Mexico wouldn't be as wealthy as the 1% in Mexico are you sure about that? Didn't you say in a prior video that the 1% in Mexico make around 50k usd a year? Most Americans these days make 70k on average man, and more and more are finding they can keep all or most of that pay when they work remotely.
@JoseArteagaTravels
4 ай бұрын
Most Americans making 70k or more a year after taxes are not moving to Mexico. Also you have to remember that Mexico is a very rich country and most Mexicans don't report all their income to the tax and Gov authorities. But long story short those that make over 70k USD a year are not complaining about financial solvency when getting residency and more and more each day you are hearing people that dont even come close to meeting the financial requirements for residency at a consulate. That is why they are going with other options such as the RNE program. Regardless we are debating over semantics. The reality is that there are many foreigners and Americans moving to Mexico and they all fit on different levels of the income ladder. Thanks again for sharing.
@NeonAnimeDreams
4 ай бұрын
@@JoseArteagaTravels makes sense
Having fast food restaurants isn't anything to brag about
@JoseArteagaTravels
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing
Please shout it LOUD for the people in the back. Mexico isn’t for everyone. Keep seeing new American arrivals from eastern USA complaining about Mexican culture, yet these struggling single mothers got their visa to quickly escape the US to Merida. Mexico isn’t free for poor Americans. Mexico please up your visa requirements!!
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
I honestly think it has more to do with attitude than income. I see many people out here of all income levels and what it really boils down to is whether or not they actually want to be here. Many people leave for the wrong reasons in my opinion and I think thats why they end up hating it out here in Mexico. If you got the right attitude moving to a different country should be more like an adventure and fun no matter what, but if you move reluctantly and don't give it a chance then thats when people start to get bitter and full of resentment or worse yet start to complain about everything that makes another country great. Thanks for sharing!
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@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
Viva Mexico!
Some of your descriptions of life in the U.S. are exaggerated and laughable. C'mon Jose! Be real... there is good and bad everywhere. I love the simple life in Mexico (Merida, Progresso, Chixchulub, Chuburna, Sisal, and Campeche) , but I also enjoy living in Alaska, South and Central Texas, South Dakota, and Washington state with none of the problems you've described in this video.
@JoseArteagaTravels
5 ай бұрын
I totally agree living in Alaska or South Dakota is nothing like living in California or South Florida. Same goes for Mexico living out here in the Yucatan Peninsula is nothing like living in Tijuana or Mexico City. Both are huge countries with much variation. I still prefer to live in a small rural area out here in Mexico than in the USA but again you don't have to ask me wether or not I am exaggerating about the USA you can just see it for yourself online, there are plenty of people documenting everything I talk about. Thanks again for sharing!
@dbaktx
5 ай бұрын
@@JoseArteagaTravels Thank goodness we still have the means and freedom to travel and live life where we can feel safe and be happy. Thanks for your reply.
@crystalgarcia2143
5 ай бұрын
It's mostly true tho I live in Mississippi and and I live in "city" of 4000 people and they have rules and regulations here in the USA they start putting regulations at a town of 1000 people and in Mexico maybe they start putting regulations in a city of maybe 50,000 people so it's a big difference
Régulation scrap life
@JoseArteagaTravels
4 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!