You would make a great tour guild. You are very funny. Love the dancing. 🤣👍🏾😄

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much

Beautiful place. I'd love to visit one day. It looks like a great place to live and retire. Thanks so much for the tour. I enjoyed it very much.

Beautiful video!

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

I loved the sunrise and the sound of the lake. Loved that you put that in. Thanks Bill

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Suzanne I am going to upload a video of an entire sunrise Thank you much Bill the Geek

@taynafulmer8446

3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking that lake shot would make a great meditation video.

“Go to the restroom first” I never thought of that. Makes perfect sense. Gracias.

Thanks for making the video, love the Drone footage. Thinking of planning a vacation for a week sometime in the spring. Making plans to retire in about 8 years

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Daniel, thanks for the message. Come on down and enjoy. The drone is lots of stress but lots of fun. It's a Mavic Air. Super fun with all of the mountains and water. Thanks much.

@gregvence7356

3 жыл бұрын

Nice. We're planning a trip around the same time. Moving sooner than that though.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

@@gregvence7356 Good luck with the move Greg, Happy Holidays, Bill the Geek

A great introduction to Chapala. I hope to visit the town some day. Your drone shots are fabulous and I so enjoyed just watching the waves roll into shore on the lake. Keep up the good work.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks again Fred

Great video, I visited Chapala in 2019 and loved the people and culture. Chapala is a true gem and the surrounding towns in the area are quite beautiful. I look forward to going back ✌️

You have to go the the islands! The Spanish fortress is a great trip! Next time I want to spend more time in Chapala.

The Virgin of Zapopan is Mexico’s oldest Catholic icon, believed to have its origins in 16th-century Spain. Other histories say it was made in Michoacán. The original is currently kept at the Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan.

@philipfareio4445

Жыл бұрын

Zappopan is the oldest can you show the madonna images. I would like to meet with you

@philipfareio4445

Жыл бұрын

Corrector on the ICON pictures. Print and book To make a fortune. No one knows this secret

I love the manicured trees along the street. Beautiful.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

They do great work and the clean it everyday very early in the morning.

Bill, I just discovered your channel and watched the tours of Ajicic and Chapala. Very nice. I find your videos very informative and truly interesting. We visited the area in February 2020 and are seriously considering our retirement there in two to five years. Thanks. I look forward to more of your great videos and home to meet you some day. Paul Lewis

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Paul, thanks for the message. Both places are great. I just got back from Puerto Vallarta, I'm thinking about moving back there. We'll see. Happy Holidays, Bill the Geek

Thank you so much. I will travel to Lake Chapala later on in April. Your video helped take away a lot of the unfamiliar feeling and angst i have been experiencing. It is a beautiful city.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to be of service Frances, come on down and enjoy.

Lol 😂 loved the little dancing you did. It’s a beautiful place. I love to visit often to see family members.

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Casandra. Yes it is a beautiful place. I love to dance, but I need some lessons. Best, Bill

OMG! You're so funny! Malecon is Boardwalk!! I'm gonna be visiting Lake Chapala next month so I'm looking forward to it! TFS your video! Jules

@BillDallasLewis

Жыл бұрын

Hi Jules, there is lots of food and music in Ajijic, lots of friendley people to talk to. You should have a good time.

@TheJuleBoxStudios

Жыл бұрын

@@BillDallasLewis Thanks!!

Every video you do is helpful and positive. Once the pandemic is behind us we plan to spend a month in the Chapala area to look around for a retirement move. Keep up the videos because they are very informative.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I try to do a good job. It's the holiday season and I am a little concerned about living the house too much with the Covid. I think my next stop is Guadalajara, but to do that there will be lots of traffic. Guadalajara traffic is the worst part about Guadalajara. Anyway, thanks for your support and have a great Holiday. Best, Bill the Geek

You’re a great virtual tour guide! I really got a sense of Chapala and look forward to part 2 of the tour. I’m seriously considering making a move to Mexico and am beginning to research nice places for retirees with nice weather (not hot!). Thank you!

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Kevena, The weather is great in this area, Chapala, Ajijic or even Guadalajara. There is zero humidity and it never gets really hot, and if it goes up to 85, it doesn´t seem hot. Come on down and enjoy. My neighbor is a Mexican woman. She has friends in California. They are staying with her now because California is just too hot. That´s a new one. I have never heard of people coming here because it is too hot in the US. Whatever, Best, Bill

Yes! Yes! I am moving there.

Like always Bill, I thoroughly enjoyed this video! Hermosa dia para los dos.

Loved your picture

@BillDallasLewis

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Philip

What a great city. He war great as well he needs to do more of this..

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Carol

Beautiful brand newmodulars which are homes Ashley and other tell people. It is near Temecula California

@BillDallasLewis

Жыл бұрын

Cool Beans

Great tour! Very informative and interesting. Thanks!

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Your videos are excellent, Bill looks like a great place to retire I'm an African American male 68 looking at either Merida or Lake Chapalla do they have as many mosquitoes there as they do in Merida?

@AnnetteThompson

3 жыл бұрын

We do have lots of mosquitoes in Ajijic / Chapala during the rainy season. You need to wear bug spray to help protect yourself from getting Dengue.

@Ocean245

3 жыл бұрын

@@AnnetteThompson Thank you, Annette, can I ask when us the rainy season? I know Dengue can be a big problem.

It's nice that you make a video for people but please the towns name is Chapala the same as the Municipio de Chapala. The lake is called Lake Chapala not the town or Municipio.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi John, point well taken and noted. Thank you so much. Happy Holidays, Bill the Geek.

Enjoyed your dancing & this video was very informative. Thank you from Texas! 🤠

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

thank you Olivia, do you think I should be on Dancing with the Stars? Thanks much, Bill the Geek

Excellent, perfecto, awesome video...Thanks

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Melvin, Glad to be of Service, Bill the Geek

Sounds like paradise

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

It is a very nice place, we enjoy it every day, all year long. Best, Bill

Seems like a quite livable place to me... hope I can visit!!

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Come on Down!!!!!!

Another great video! Hey and you've got the moves my friend!!👍🏾💃🏾

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Going with what I got. Thank you

Hi Bill, great tour video, thanks! I'm watching your other ones as well. I enjoyed the history & really liked the drone footage. The year round temperate climate around Lake Chapala is the biggest draw for me, and being near nature too. I'm still a long ways from retirement, but already planning, since my area is expensive. Going to start looking into making money online so I can maybe relocate to a more affordable area sooner. Quick question - what's the mosquito/ flying bug situation there? Also, I saw from another comment that you might be ok with answering some more specific questions via email? Could I ask you a few as well? Thanks alot! Happy New Year. : )

enjoyed your video, I'm thinking of looking into the area for a relocation in the near future and your videos show why so many people want to live there.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Edie Thanks for the message. In one hour I am posting a video of Puerto Vallarta. Take a look. It’s wonderful place. Happy Holiday. Bill the Geek

Great tour guide. Hope to visit soon

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Come on Down!!!!!

Good video, like your straight facts!

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi J A, Thank you very much.

A Fine Job My friend you made a very nice vid , show some more restaurants on your next one for the expats...

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Scotplad, in our future videos, we will have more places to eat. Thanks much, Bill

Excellent information and edition 👏👏

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Oscar. I will have more videos to come. Thank you for watching. May the force be with you.

@oscarnavarro5279

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillDallasLewis I'll wait for the next videos, stay safe Bill Greestings from Guadalajara

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Oscar, I love Gaudalajara. It's a great city. So much to do all of the time. I could have lived there for years and years, but my wife Teresa, wanted to live in Chapala. Great here, Great there.

@oscarnavarro5279

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillDallasLewis Yeah, its nice but noisy, you did a great choise there 👏👏 hope you like it and spend a good time in lake Chapala and Ajijic ✋ God bless you

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

@@oscarnavarro5279 Yes, it's quiet here, and the air is clean, and no traffic. God Bless you too. Thanks much.

Loving your video,thank you.

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Very well done on covering that area, I have not stayed there sense 1982. International Chile cook off. Love to go back some time. Also love the sone CHAPALA . Find it on Spotify .

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Larry, Thanks for the tip, I am going to look that up on Spotify. Best, Bill

@lonestar45

3 жыл бұрын

You do a very in depth look of that area. Again a great great job.

@lonestar45

3 жыл бұрын

Music for you on Spotify Chapala and Guadajatara y Mariiachj Varga De Teicitian . Many others!

Thanks for nice presentation

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

You are most welcome

One of your best videos

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Eric, more to come soon. Have a great week, Bill

So many KZreadrs speak at Español speed, I like your not-in-a-hurray delivery.

Very nice! I visited Lake Chapala approx 40 years ago. I am amazed that it has grown so much. Your enthusiasm and knowledge of the area makes me want to move there. Have you made any videos of Ajijic?

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jeannine, Thanks for the message. Yes, I have two videos for Ajijic. kzread.info/dash/bejne/iGGJ2Kqbh93Npbw.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/mZufr7pwmaaoo9Y.html Give those a look, Happy Sunday, Bill

Hi Bill, I have been watching your videos for about 2-3 months. They are very well done, informative, and you are very personable. I am 70, semi-retired (writer) and want to retire outside of the United States on a budget so I can save a little and do some traveling. After researching the globe for about a year I had narrowed it down to Portugal and Mexico, for different reasons. My 3 adult sons live in Los Angeles and San Diego, so I am leaning toward Mexico to be a short air flight away from them. At first I thought I liked Puerto Vallarta, but now I am leaning more towards the Lake Chapala area. I still like Portugal and Europe, but I hope I can be swayed to land in Mexico. If Covid ever lifts, I plan on a trip to Mexico this winter or next spring, and plan on visiting the Lake Chapala area. Thanks for your videos. They really help… Johnny

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Howdy John, thanks for your compliments. We try to do a good job. Everywhere in Mexico is a little bit different, but I love it all. I guess it depends on what you are looking for in life. Puerto Vallarta is very active and on the beach, but very hot in the summer. Chapala is a great climate, but no beach. The more I live here in Mexico, the more that I learn there is a lot to experiance. I can only suggest that you find a spot down here for a while, and then travel around while you are here. Hope that helps a little. Best, Bill

@johnwilliamyoung2710

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillDallasLewis thanks, Bill. Been watching a lot of Mexico videos on KZread and absorbing as much as I can. You certainly have helped a lot. North shore Lake Chapala looks very appealing. I do not like humidity or snow. I also am eating a plant based diet. Hope I can really embrace that. Will be visiting Mexico and Portugal by next year. Thanks for your help.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

@@johnwilliamyoung2710 Hi John, Teresa has an Uncle that has an adult family. They have a lot of money. Months ago they decided they were all going to move to Portugal. They thought that the Mexican economy might fail. The Uncle died about two weeks ago. I don´t know what the plans are now. Be well, Bill

@johnwilliamyoung2710

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillDallasLewis wow, so sorry, Bill. Please give Teresa and her family my deepest condolences. I would be interested if this move continues to develop with the rest of his family.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

@@johnwilliamyoung2710 Thanks John, I´ll keep you up to date and let you know what happens. Best, Bill

Thanks a lot for your videos. I’m senior and thinking about relocating to Mexico. But I plan to visit first and your videos are helpful.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Sylvia, visiting first is very smart, then you can get a really good feel if this is the move for you. And, the longer you visit, the better. Good luck with your investagation, Bill the Geek

What a great video...very informative. So many aspects of Chapala no one has covered. Love the drone shots, too.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tayna, I love my drone, what great work it does. Best, Bill the Geek

Thanks for the videos, Been thinking about spain, but now you have turned my attention to Mexico.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Barry, I thought about Spain, but I hear it is a bit more expensive than Mexico.. My wife has family with money and they are planning to move from Mexico to Portugal, forever. Who Woulda' thought. Whatever, I'm happy here and to lazy to move again, but, New Zealand?????????? Never say never. Best, Bill the Geek

Great tour gracias. Considering a move.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

What an enjoyable video. I spent five months in the Chapala/Ajijic area back in summer of 2018 and loved it...so much so that I started a "On the shores of Lake Chapala" Facebook page, when I returned to the states. I plan on posting your video there, if you don't mind. You're also welcome to post any future Lake Chapala area videos on that page. It gains new members almost every week. Anyway, keep up the great work. Love your sense of humor and sharing of Lake Chapala history.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you LRC, sure feel very free to post my video on your Facebook page. Happy Holidays, Bill the Geek

So far I love your videos I just subscribed = to watch them every time you post a new video, thanks so much.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Joan, Thanks for the comment and thanks for subscribing. More to come very soon, next time it's Guadalajara. Best, Bill the Geek

Very good introduction to Lake Chapala. I like your video so much. I plan to move to Chapala from La Paz. Thank you for all you have done.

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Dai, it is a very nice place and the weather is very good. No humidity.

? You may ask yourself (with good reason) what a “” is. It is what people normally call a defensive pier wall, but in , it is the name you give a road or pathway that follows along the edge of the sea, something that in other countries is called “Costanera”, a seaboard road.

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

I am really enjoying your videos. My husband and I are waiting on our temp. visa but, as soon as they are here we will be heading your way. I was interested in Chapala until I read about the lake pollution, this was a few ago so guess we will just have to check it out for our selves. Thanks, I hope we see you when we arrive there. Vera

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Vera, thanks for watching. I like Chapala, but there are so many places in Mexico that are really wonderful. Yes, the lake is really polluted, that is very sad because it is the biggest lake in Mexico, and it has such potential. I have never seen one person swim in the lake, but many people still eat the fish, not us. Come on down, we are waiting for you, Bill

@veracurl8647

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your reply. We have traveled a lot in Mx. The climate in Lake Chapala sounds so good. You are a wonderful reporter. Keep putting out your great videos and I will be watching. Vera

Enjoy your videos very much. Can't wait to visit.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Bernie and Cathy, Glad to be of Service. Have a great holiday. Be safe and enjoy your life. Bill the Geek

Thank you!

Great job.

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dave

Great job representing our lovely town.

Thanks Bill

@BillDallasLewis

Жыл бұрын

Hi Chris, You are very welcome.

I’m thinking I might like to live there! I’m 79.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Come on Down Jim,, the more the merrier. Best, Bill the Geek

Beautiful place l have family in Chapala my dad wanted to give me a home there

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

It´s a nice place. I like it. But every where I go in Mexico I fall in love with the places. So many great options.

It is called Sierra Dawn's in Hemet CA prices you cannot beat in Mexico Cardenas market Vons Stater brothers Walmart smart and final for cheese

@BillDallasLewis

Жыл бұрын

Hi Philip, Great for you. Sounds like you are living the good life. Keep on doing that. I congratulate you. Best, Bill the Geek

Hi Bill, We enjoy watching all of your videos. We would love to learn more about the housing industry in Chapala especially now during Covid-19 if you are looking for a future video topic. Looks like you found a great spot.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi In Memphis, My next videos will be about Guadalajara, but in a week or so, I'll start putting up videos about rental properties and homes for sale. Stay tuned, Bill the Geek

Hi Bill...at the risk of sounding like the other folks who wrote you...I really did just find your vlogs today. Your tour of Chapala was wonderful and interesting. I went to Ajijic summer before last and wasn't impressed so much. Now Chapala has some charm and character! Thanks so much for this. I watched the one about Ajijic as well and enjoyed seeing some familiar places. I really enjoy your commentary on these places as well. Your vlogs are extremely informative! Thanks...Kristine May I use your email that you shared with another viewer sometime?

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Kristine, thanks so much. I am glad to be of service. I really want to do some videos on Guadalajara, but Covid has the place pretty locked down. Anyway, sure, use the email for anything that will help you out. Be Safe, Bill the Geek

Bill thank you for the tour and information on Lake Chapala and cost of living etc. My question would you do some real estate homes forsale and or rent. Maybe you could get your friend in the real estate to help with that or so his website with properties.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Dennis, that is actually on my list. I want to work with a regular group of property people and have a video on that every month. The first video should show up by the end of April. Thanks much for watching, Bill the Geek

Tus, Bill wonderful video, now I want to live in Laker Chapala , I live in Canadá and It’s winter.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Come on Down Iclea, It's about 65 degrees and sunny at 11am, it will be about 75 by 2pm. You will not regret the move. Best, Bill the Geek

Great video Bill, was wondering if there is any swimming in the lake, or is there a beach close by

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there Jeffery, The rule of thumb here is to never swim in the lake and never eat the fish. There Ya go. Best, Bill

Just cruising in your Lexus, with all you've accomplished you deserve no less. I don't mean this is an offensive way but I have heard Lake Chapala is very polluted, but it is beautiful, from my fragile memory, I believe it is polluted with chemicals, but don't quote me but if you do, don't use my name haha. That would be a great walk, very wide sidewalks.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Charles, Yeap, the Lake is Polluted as all get out. Yet, there are people that will tell you otherwise. People that live here eat the fish from the lake everyday, all day. We never eat any fish from the lake and we understand that the lake is terrible. They had a great fish in the lake at one time, it was called, "White fish." White fish vanished. Chapala and the surrounding areas are beautiful. We eat ocean shrimp, ocean fish, and sometimes, King Crap Legs. Stay well, Bill the Geek

Do Hemet California it is cheaper 5 nice grocery stores similar climate

@BillDallasLewis

Жыл бұрын

Hi Philip, I don´t understand.

Hi Bill Dallas, Did you mean ,"We get by we're not too,too greedy". Like, you know.Up here in the U.S. there is a chronic problem of the greediness. Transmission sent from Lake Tahoe-Reno,Nv. 3:11pacific time 6.8.22

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Ana, thanks much for the message. It cost a lot less to live down here. I like it.

Thank you for your video xxx

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, I hope it provided you with some information.

Thanks for pointing out the bus station in Chapala. Could you give more information about the bus stations and service to and from Ajijic and Guadalajara?

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi there, thanks for the message. Taking the bus from Chapala to and from Ajijic. Those buses are running all of the time. You don't have to go to the bus station to get one of those, you can get one on the street, and the cost is below 10 pesos. I prefer to take a taxi when going from Chapala to Ajijic and back, that will cost you 100 pesos or $5.00US. With the virus, many times the buses are packed and some people do not wear mask. If you want to go to Guadalajara, you want to go to the bus station and take the bus that is called, "Direct." When buying your ticket, you want to make sure that you say, "Guadalajara Direct." That means, your bus goes direct to Guadalajara and makes no stops. Plus, the direct bus is much nicer than the regular buses. If you don't say direct, you will make super many stops. That bus, last time we took was about 80 pesos or $4 US, that's a 1 hour ride. Personally, many times I will pay Uber to take me to Guadalajara. That will cost you between 300 to 600 pesos depending on what time of day you travel. Uber works well because the Guadalajara airport is only 20 minutes from Chapala, so many times, Uber drivers are hanging out at the airport and they can come and pick you up. Hope that helps, Bill the Geek

@nadapuesnada7716

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillDallasLewis Thank you. I once took a bus from the central bus station in Guadalajara to Ajijic through flooded streets in the pouring rain at night. Good times.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

@@nadapuesnada7716 Sounds like fun. Now they have lighting on that street. Who woulda thought?

Excellent video. One question is how clean is the Lake? I heard you talk about fishermen selling fish the catch on the Lake so I assume it is clean and the fish are safe to eat? Are there swimming beaches?

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Mike, The lake is very polluted. I would never swim in it and you never see anyone swim in the lake. Some locals eat the fish, I would never it the fish. No there are no swimming beaches. What a waist.

Thanks Bill. :) What are the association fees like there? Yours and/or High and Low fees for various gated communities?

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Greg, where we live, "Nuevo Chapala," we pay 9,000 pesos a year. That covers security, water, garbage pickup and use of the pool. That is $452.00 US dollars. There are many gated communities here, I don't know what the others charge. Happy Holidays, Bill the Geek

@gregvence7356

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillDallasLewis Thanks Bill, I really appreciate that. It seems that so many own outright that I'm looking forward to minimizing all expenses around the home. 9,000 pesos/yr isn't too bad.

Hi, I enjoy your videos.. I am wondering about differences of living in chapala vs ajijic. Do you feel more immersed in the culture in chapala? I am 65 and thinking will retire by end of this year. Is the community that you live in nuevo chapala? Are hoa fees reasonable? Thanks, Daniel

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Daniel, I like my community where I live, but I think that if you live in Ajijic, there is a lot more pedestrian traffic and maybe you would meet more people there. Where I live we pay a fee of about $500 US per year for security, water and for a couple of other things.

@AnnetteThompson

3 жыл бұрын

Daniel, I live in Ajijic and still feel immersed in Mexican culture but more of the store employees in Ajijic speak English compared to Chapala store employees. Ajijic housing is more expensive than Chapala housing but we really wanted to be in walking distance to lots of international restaurants and activities like those at the Lake Chapala Society. Feel free to add me on Facebook (Annette Williams Thompson) or email me at annetteleethompson@gmail.com.

Hi Bill, great video! I just got to Ajijic to begin my retirement. But, I want to consider other lakeside communities. What do you think of Nuevo Chapala? I'd rather not get a car for awhile and would like a place that's walkable.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jim, Welcome, I hope you enjoy your stay. We have a car. Nuevo Chapala is fine, but it's a bit out of the way. I have neighbors with no car, they take taxis everywhere, or walk. To walk in the middle of Chapala is about 13 minutes, not really that far. But now that I have a car, I'm a little lazy though we walk 4 or 5 mile s every morning. I like pedestrian traffic. A place like Ajijic or downtown Chapala would be great, but we live in Nuevo Chapala, which is fine, it's a trade off. It's really peaceful here. And, we have full time security. Thanks for dropping a line, Bill the Geek

I’m loving your videos Bill! How about nearby hiking trails? I like a trail that’s not tremendously steep but I just like to some time in a dirt setting. Thx!

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Maggie May, Thanks for the message. My wife just found some hiking trails for Chapala on Facebook. I don't know where they are, but contact the Lake Chapala Society, email is webmaster@lakechapalasociety.com, web site is lakechapalasociety.com/public/. Try That. And yes, the movie theathers are open now. If you go during the afternoon, during the week, no one will be there but you. Best, Bill the Geek

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Can you walk the streets without a mask? I don't do it. There is a ton of Covid down here and there is no, zero testing. So if you want to get covid, come down and don't wear a mask. My wife's son inlaw is a doctor in Puerto Vallarta, all of his current clients have covid. That keeps him busy 24/7. Covid is big here now. I always wear a mask and I don't do much social stuff with neighbors. Best, Bill the geek

@ellena858

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillDallasLewis oh thanks for that info about covid. I think I was confused because you were saying how social everyone is so I thought that meant they feel safer.

Great video I am Looking to purchase a home in that area.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Howdy, My neighbor's daughter is a realtor, you can contact her. She is fluent in English and has great knowledge of what is for sale down here. You can email her at; ana@chapalarealtors.com or, it might be best to call her direct at her phone; 331 882 2820 That is a Mexico phone number Good luck, Bill the Geek

Thanks for this great and very informative video Bill. I’m gradually being drawn towards Lake Chapala. Once the travel restrictions are fully lifted I shall definitely spend some time in Mexico, with L.Chapala as my main focus. Please keep sharing your experiences of living there. 🙏🏽🌎✈️

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Josie. More to come soon. Stay tuned and have a great day. Best, Bill the Geek

It would be nice if you mention more on the cost of living in the places you visit such as rent and housing costs

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Anthony, I will keep that in Mind. Bill

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Hello, Bill. Just found your channel. Very interested in moving to the lake. Single BW looking for a 2 br/2b apt or condo. Can you give any information on pricing. Thanks so much:)

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Lyn Thanks for the message I am not aware of pricing right now. Please send me an email at. Bill@billthegeek.com. And I can look around and send you an update in a couple of days Best Bill the Geek

Hello, I would love to see what $135,000 US buys in a gated community.

Good video. Lol, after 15 years your gringo accent is still very strong. ¿hablas español?

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Andy

@missmayflower

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillDallasLewis so you don’t speak Spanish after 15 years?

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

@@missmayflower My wife is Mexican. She does not speak English. We speak Spanish all day long.

@karmakeeper2335

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillDallasLewis Do you have an email? My Dad loves to fish.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

My email is bill.Dallas.lewis10gmail.com Thanks for the idea about people visiting Best Bill the Geek

Bill, I will be traveling to Lake Chapala with a few friends, all of us from America. We plan to be there 2/24/21. Are things safe, are all business and restaurants open?

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Curt, Everything was open for the holidays and then a lot of places got shut down for most of January. Everything is supposed to be totally open on the 13th of February. But, we were out yesterday and most resturants were open. In Chapala and Ajijic, the Malicons were closed, but those should open on the 13th also. Is it safe? Wear a mask and keep your distances, just like any where else on the planet. Hope you have a great trip, Bill the Geek

Very helpful 👍 Can I contact you by email to ask a few questions? Looks beautiful!

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Sure Pamela, you can email me at bill.dallas.lewis10@gmail.com, Drop me a line, Best, Bill the Geek

Malecón means “Breakwater “

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mobile. Since I posted about my ignorance of the word, I have received many definitions. Now I am in formed, but in one word, you sum up all of the explanations that I have received the best. Breakwater. Excellent and simple. thanks much, Bill the Geek

Hello sir are there any spots ion the lake in Lake Chapala that has a beach to sit in the sand and go swimming? Thank you sir

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Gary, In the Chapala, Ajijic area the answer is there are places where you can sit next to the lake, but you don´t want to swim in it, it is very poluted. And, don´t eat the fish. Best, Bill

I'm really enjoying your videos! Do people snowbird to Lake Chapala? If so, can you offer some info?

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Carla, Some people do come and go from Chapala Ajijic. I can see why they would do that in Mazatlan or Puerto Vallarta because it is very hot and humid in the summer, but in the Chapala Ajijic areas it is great weather year round. They say it´s the best climate in the world year round. For me, it is a little too chilly in the winter at night time, but it is warm everyday.

What is the name of the subdivision you live in? That would be helpful to know (as to which gated community is which). It sounds like yours is actually in the town of Chapala.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Joanne, this place is called Nuevo Chapala. It is about a 15 minute walk to the middle of town. Yes, it is in Chapala. Best, Bill

Great Videos! Btw is the Lake Clean enough to swim? Are there beaches or spots to swim?

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Mark, thank you about the videos. No, people never swim in the lake here. The lake is very bad. If you want to swim or go to the beach, you will need to go to the ocean. So sad. Best Bill

@markmercury4401

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillDallasLewis , OK i assumed that. Is IT contaminated? Why they are fishing than? Kind Regards

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

@@markmercury4401 Hi Mark, people fish a lot here, and fishermen fish a lot and sell the fish to the people like crazy. Teresa and I never, ever eat the fish. We only eat fish from the ocean. Why are people eating the fish. They don´t know the truth about what they are eating. Best, Bill

thanks for the video. Do you know anything about the water issue t=in Lake Chapala? i have heard that the water is contaminated? Is this true.

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Teresa's Daughter is a Doctor of Marine Biology. She studies lakes and oceans around the world. She told us, "Never, ever eat the fish from Lake Chapala." Yes the water is contaminated. Everyone drinks bottled water for water to drink and to cook food. I have two neighbors that have purification systems so that all of their water needs are cleaned. That cost about $20 per month. There is guy from what I understand, that lives in Ajijic and he tells everyone that the water is fine. Whatever, I go with the science and the educated. Best, Bill the Geek

@yvettee3828

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillDallasLewis perfect thanks so much. Your videos are very informative.

Thank you. How much is rent and how far away from the water are you?

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Rent really varies. I think you should think to start at 500 US per month and up. The ocean is about 4 hours away. Lake Chapala is about 4 minutes away, but, you can't swim in it. You might find a place for 350 US per month, but, at first, you might want to spend more money for about a year, that will give you time to find the better prices, and you will find much better prices. Good luck, Bill the Geek

Thank you Bill...I really enjoyed the video! What does it cost to live in your gated area? Looking for a 6 month rental. Greg

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

There is a place across the street for rent. I need to ask them what they are charging. I think you can rent a 4 bedroom for about $750 US, or less. Give me a couple of days to get the prices. Best, Bill the Geek

@expertservicesnetwork4348

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks BDL! Greg

En Mexico tratamos a todos los extranjeros como hermanos !!! Sean todos bienvenidos a estas hermosas tierras bendecidas por la madre naturaleza y Dios. Aquí no existe distinción de razas , todos somos hijos de Dios .

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

That is why I live here and I will never go back to the USA, I love Mexico. Thank you so much for your wonderful comment, Bill the Geek

What transportation is available from Chapala to Ajijic?

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Uber, taxi, and bus. Or, you can bike or walk.

What is the name of the subdivision and where is it located?

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Evalina, The subdivision I live in is a gated community they say. It is called Nuevo Chapala. Very quiet. There are houses for sale and for rent here. I hope that helps you. Best to you. Happy Holiday, Bill the Geek

@evalina98000

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillDallasLewis Muchas gracias. Qué te vaya

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

@@evalina98000 I teach computer graphics and web design on line to students in the United States. I''m an author and I have 300 books on Amazon.com and I make videos for KZread.

@andreamnt195

3 жыл бұрын

@@evalina98000 evalina checa el video de casas sin precios elevados se llama affordable homes in lake chapala

Hi Bill! why did they choose to buy a house in Lake Chapala and no Puerto vallarta?

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

The climate in Lake Chapala is much better. Puerto Vallarta in the Summer time is very hot and humid. Lake Chapala has great weather year round. Is Puerto Vallarta safe? It's as safe as any big city in the world. As you know, you can always be at the wrong place at the wrong time.

@user-zq9sh8dx3z

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillDallasLewis thank you for your reply) I will take note👍

Hello Bill, do you have to be a certain age to live in that community?

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Hollie, No, you can be any age to live there. But i think you really need something to do when you get there. like a hobby or something. Hope that helps a little. Best, Bill

@hollies.chambers3960

2 жыл бұрын

​@@BillDallasLewis Thank you. I will be working.

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

@@hollies.chambers3960 Very good, Best, Bill

That is next place where I will be moving

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Come on down!!!

@adamray4334

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillDallasLewis you live there?

Bill, you like chapala better than Pv?

@BillDallasLewis

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Autumn, That is a very good question!!!! I've been here in Chapala for 3 years now and I am very happy. Some people say that Chapala has the best climate in the world. But,,,,,, when I went to Vallarta a couple of months ago, I feel in love with Vallarta again. It has everything. The only draw back I see is the summer months. It's really hot and humid, But if you can deal with that, Vallarta is a super place. The more places I visit in Mexico, the more I fall in love with them all. As I stay here and travel more, who knows where I will end up. Mexico is super. Best, Bill

I love your video. I am retiring next year. How much is housing ? i will be on a fixed income.

@BillDallasLewis

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Rosa, Go to Facebook and do a search for Expat Group Chapala, or Expat Groups Ajijic, and just make a posting of what you want to pay and what you want. I did that about 2 months ago. I said in my post that I only wanted to pay $500 US per month and I got a lot of responses. You can pay 500 US or much much more. I would say you can find a nice place for $500 to $700 per month. Best, Bill

@rosasalazar1467

2 жыл бұрын

@@BillDallasLewis You have helped me so much. thank you. I just need to leave Los Angeles.