5 things I wish I knew before moving to México

[@josephnevadov8116]

Concerning asking for directions, the Mexican people are so nice that, on two occasions after inquiring, guys have jumped into their cars, said follow me, and led me to where I neeeded to go.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

I have had similar experiences. When I've attempted to tip someone for going way out of there way to help they refused.

[@shaykespeeer7040]

Don't move to another country and expect that countries citizens to change just for YOU. YOU are responsible for adapting to that countries society, NOT the other way around.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Absolutely 👍

[@xX87Chris99Xx]

@@shaykespeeer7040 Please 🙏, a new comment? So tired of the same….

[@colleenpurcha8821]

@@shaykespeeer7040 so agree. I’m starting to learn Spanish 9 years in advance. Hopefully I’ll be fluent.

[@kellykersten8828]

Except in America

[@oliviaglass3843]

@@shaykespeeer7040 unless of course if you are coming to America…..you can build your own church and preach against the very country that took you in. Speak any language you want, our government will provide translators and documents in any conceivable language. I am a legal immigration in this country - took me about a year to become conversational in English…

[@rockandfkingroll7464]

missing!!!! THE COLORS! Love the colors. Not just the ocean, or the beaches or the jungle, but everything. The vehicles, the homes the businesses, the clothes.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Agreed 👍

[@rafearpin4190]

In the 1980s I spent alot of time on the W coast of Mexico. Probably the happiest I've ever been in my life, the surf the people, the atmosphere and of course the food, made Mexico the place where humanity was meant to be ❤

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Very cool. Thank you for sharing.

[@KidNoah2012]

I hope you don't expect it to be that way now. Everything changes for the worse amigo.

[@rafearpin4190]

@@KidNoah2012 Es lo que hay amigo. Seems to be the rule everywhere, no longer the exception.

[@jesuscruzcruz3613]

❤🥲

[@MartinValles-n7h]

We love all visitors salute from novillero Nayarit Mexico

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Gracias!

[@andreamartin8832]

We moved back to the states last June for our son to finish high school & next year go to college. We miss Mexico so much. The US seems boring, bland and not really like home any longer. On the 5 yr plan to leave for good. ❤🇲🇽

[@MovingToMexiCo]

I know the feeling! Best of luck with your journey 🙌

[@rfink222]

Same here, came back for son to go to high school and college. The US is very boring compared to Mexico. Planning to go back.

[@DouradaBambina]

@@andreamartin8832 Same

[@anthonyasmussen8732]

Can anyone move to Mexico? What is the process of moving to Mexico from the United States?

[@lesliephinney7617]

Yes, Mexico is loud, I just learned to accept it.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

It’s the only way.

[@marevs]

When I ask directions in Mexico,I listen more to how they answer than to what they say.If they answer with conviction then I listen and Always ask at least 2 people because like you point out they will tell you even if they don't know or have never been themselves.They don't want to disappoint!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Totally!

[@TMSim88]

@@marevs I learned to look for the nearest police officer and ask him or her for directions. They're not only very polite, they actually KNOW where they're directing to. While driving through unfamiliar parts of México (I like to explore, but always using common sense about where), I've gotten turned around exploring a town so that I couldn't figure out how to get back on the highway to get out. Whenever I see police officers at a taqueria (taco stand, they're everywhere), when I ask for directions, they actually put down the food they're eating to give me their full attention and the directions I need. The same for looking for directions in any town or city. Thirty-three fascinating, happy, healthy years in México for this American widow! I can't imagine living anywhere else!

[@yeceniaperez1165]

Will be retiring to Mexico and I'm looking forward to it ❤

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Nice!

[@elviejodelmar2795]

Thirty years in Mexico. Here are some more drastic differences. 1. I had to travel to Washington State when my daughter was ill. There were more homeless in one kilometer of Los Angeles than I saw living in Mexico City for 15 years. 2. In the last five years, there have been 2 school shootings in Mexico that caused 8 deaths and 5 wounded. In those same five years, in the US 707 school shootings caused 368 deaths and 610 wounded.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Thanks for sharing

[@allensmith4355]

@@MovingToMexiCo Great blessings for youbut thatsbecause kamala and bideen has welcomed all the mexicas over nhere

[@FPVPV]

i love the explanation about the gestures

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Thank you!

[@j.h.moncrieffauthor]

Me as well! I've lived in Nayarit for almost nine months, and haven't seen any of them.

[@NasarioNieto]

If you speak English and Spanish bought you find job there especially we're the tourist go you are needed

[@stevendesmond7064]

Thanks for taking us to San Pancho!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

De nada ☺️

[@urdad9853]

Pancho is a nickname for Fransisco just like Bill is a nickname for William

[@travelchamp8824]

been in baja for 6 years. iam never going back bro. i love the people, land and freedom. good vid bro.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Very cool. Thank you

[@aarongarcia1101]

My wife and I lived in Rosarito for 4 years loved it and probably going back.

[@lesliephinney7617]

Gotta love the hand gestures. I enjoyed my time living in Mexico, it was life changing

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Very cool. Thank you

[@OracleofDelphiTarot]

Mexico!!! Here I come!! 🇲🇽

[@LiveFree-20]

San Pancho is one of my favorite spots. Beautiful little town 😍 Thank you for the information on hand gestures. I'll make sure to try them out.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Very cool! Love San Pancho 🙌

[@patrickwoock]

I really appreciate your videos. I lived abroad for 16 years, and I wish I had videos like yours “back in the day”. It would have made life much better, and more enjoyable. Keep up great work!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Thank you! Yes, things are much different now that we have KZbinrs all over the world. Thank you for watching 😃

[@tdav225]

I’m married to a half Mexican. Absolutely wonderful people and family. Americans could learn a few things about life.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Agreed

[@PhotogPilot]

As someone who lives in Huatulco, but works in Canada still - road laws. While at home a stop sign means slow down unless someone is coming the other way, because if someone is behind you they don't expect you'll stop. Also, when you're a little slower on the highway and want to let someone pass and you move partly on to the shoulder and turn on your left turn signal to tell them it's safe to pass me on the left, not I'm turning left.

[@ClepsidraSideral]

Do you pay taxes in Mexico from your job? If not, when are you leaving?

[@PhotogPilot]

@@ClepsidraSideral - I'm assuming from the way you worded that, you don't want me here. Sorry if you've had issues with foreigners that choose to reside in your country legally. I had to research this before becoming a resident, quite simply so I could ensure I was following all the rules, and could answer this very question, so thanks for asking. Because my income is derived completely in Canada, I'm still required to be taxed at source in that country. This means I fall under Article 21 of Canada - Mexico Tax Treaty (2006) which states: "(2) In the case of Mexico, double taxation shall be avoided as follows: (a) residents of Mexico may credit against the Mexican tax on income arising in Canada the income tax paid in Canada in any amount not exceeding the tax payable in Mexico on such income; and (b) subject to the existing provisions of the law of Mexico, companies which are residents of Mexico may also credit against Mexican tax on dividends paid by companies that are residents of Canada the income tax paid in Canada on the profits out of which the dividends are paid." Since the tax in Canada is higher than in Mexico, I fall under this exemption. I do however pay all taxes required of me as a permanent resident (early actually), and spend the money I earn in my community with local businesses wherever possible. I work in a "protected" industry within the borders of Mexico. Therefore I could never earn an income here as I am not Mexican born. However, if I could work here I would pay my taxes happily. Thanks for your question.

[@claucemicro1080]

@@PhotogPilotYou answered this as a true gentleman (or true lady.) As a Mexican, I apologize for that person’s rudeness.

[@nancypfromm8474]

@PhotogPilot What? I am not aware of this rule. Am I misunderstanding you? We are looking at moving to Huatulco. You pull over towards the right and turn on your left blinker to notify the passer that they can pass on the left? This is in Huatulco?

[@PhotogPilot]

@@nancypfromm8474 - Sorry if I confused you. Not a rule, just what the locals do on the 2 lane highway with shoulders, not on city streets. As long as you move partially on the shoulder when faster vehicle coming up behind you it's fine, no need to worry about the turn signal. The faster car will pass when they think it's safe. Another safety tip - when you're a pedestrian, you never have the right of way, not even at crosswalks. I see lots of Canadians and Americans having close calls crossing the roads this time of year. Be extra careful if a car stops to let you cross, chances are a scooter or motorcycle is about to blow past them and directly at you without stopping.

[@lisalinnerud2292]

I am in Florida and it is loud here! Loud music and celebrations. I just roll with it

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Join the party!

[@suzannekuolt895]

Wonderful video! Like others, this made me smile and laugh… Learned the ‘yes’, finger sign ages ago and actually forget and use it in the US when I return. Also, the one that resonates is the directions…soooo true!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Glad you enjoyed the video Suzanne!

[@ebonylady7103]

I Love visiting PV! Beautiful to stay near the Pier. A Carnival near the pier every night. So fun and beautiful! Friendly people!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

🙌

[@ChuckHiggins-i5m]

We permanently moved to PV three years ago; purposely not into an expat neighborhood. We chose to integrate into a local area. A few pointers: 1) We remind ourselves that we are GUESTS here, and strive to be respectful of the culture. 2) Yes, he is correct about the late night music. The windows sometimes rattle from the sub woofers. Luckily for us, not a daily occurrence. But not everywhere. 3). Chill. Sometimes achieving a simple task is presented with many frustrations and setbacks. Just shrug your shoulders 🤷‍♂️, and say, “It’s Mexico”. Remember, if you achieve ONE task successfully a day, you had a good day! 4) The healthcare here is quite good. Getting an appointment in PV is within a few days, not months. Many Dr visits often cost about the same as a copay back home. My referral to an Ophthalmologist last week, for example, total cost: 900 pesos. Due diligence on healthcare for yourself is a wise idea. No desire to move back to the states. Chuck

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Good stuff Chuck! Thanks for sharing.

[@FredHutcheson]

I would Love to Go visit Mexico spend time there and see if it's a place I would consider moving too.. I'm sure just like anywhere else there's good and bad area's.. I would probably enjoy the food weather and the customs..

[@BudSessions]

Thanks!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Thank you!! 🙌

[@pollywilkinson5683]

I have now lived/worked in Central México 20+ years. Your remark in the beg of vid about people on the street reminded me of a visit to the suburban NJ residence of a great friend. I went for a bike ride while she was at work and all of a sudden felt as if I were in an episode of the Twilight Zone. Although the town is pretty populous nobody NOBODY was on the streets. Quick detoured to a 7-11 for a slurpee to quell my heartbeat, see some living humans.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Thank God for slurpees! Thanks for sharing.

[@arkangeln910c8]

You've got to see ghost-like cities in Japan. You can walk and hardly ever seen a person; and in the towns and country side, you would feel like you are the last person on planet earth. Very sad and heart crunching.

[@fermercado6484]

Me da mucho gusto y alegría que mexico reciba a muchos extranjeros y hojala que nuestro mexico les cambie la vida y asi nuestro mexico siga creciendo para el bien de todos mexico es un pais muy grande ... vienvenidos a mexico todos ustedes ...✌️✌️✌️

[@MovingToMexiCo]

@@fermercado6484 muchas Gracias 🙌

[@pollywilkinson5683]

Que lindo fermercado6484...

[@jeffreywalker4133]

Amigo, se escriben "ojalá" y "bienvenido"

[@TdrT-jp6qm]

❤

[@BuceriasRodHardy]

I'm back in Texas for only three weeks and you're correct about the subdivisions. There's plenty of Tacos everywhere here in Texas and yes Mexican style too. Gaby's has lost the lawsuit and their entertainment license now. I have gone to three donut shops while here on vacation in Texas and have eaten way to many along with chocolate milk. lol I use all those Google Translate features often especially on some future tense verbs. I can't wait to get back home to Bucerias in about two weeks and enjoy the Low Season which is my favorite season. I enjoyed your video as usual. Bucerias Rod

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Thanks for all the good feedback Rod! What a shame about Gaby’s. Keep enjoying the donuts!

[@stevendesmond7064]

The food in texas is sooo good!

[@jvahl8747]

Wow, very sad to hear about Gaby's 🥴 This is Mexican culture! Why should they be forced to change because of Americans?? The amis should have moved somewhere else!! No wonder why Americans are no longer readily accepted...the few arrogant trouble makers put all of us in a bad light.

[@s.holmes4364]

What's the "low season?" Hi from Houston

[@hkiersey]

I used to live in Mexico And was around my husband's Mexican family for 24 years and still didn't know those hand gestures. Thank you!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

de nada!

[@candycoatedreams]

Thank you for this. I have been thinking of moving to Mexico for years. But the way the US is going I think I'll have to bite the bullet in a few months.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

I know what you mean! I’m glad you enjoyed the video.

[@gustavocobian1757]

I'm American living in Mexico most of my life, working in the US going to retire this year own my home in Mexico I live near the border I comute daily to work it takes my about 30 minutes, the cost of living is about the third than the US my property tax is about 180, dlls a year and also the insurance is cheap I feel sorry seen people living in the streets in the US , that's my personal opinion

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Thank you for sharing 👍

[@JonAnderhub]

What town\city do you live in?

[@JoseLBeas]

@@gustavocobian1757 America is the all continente Dooo

[@markhuston9250]

@@JoseLBeas Correct. Mexico is American as are approx 30 other countries. Ununited Statesians reside on America.

[@brucedonogh3006]

Fun video Paul . San Poncho looks nice also clean from what I saw. Have never been there. Put it on my bucket list.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

It’s worth checking out. Thanks for watching!

[@aletaallard3436]

Love your videos. Always interesting & informative!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Much appreciated! Thank you 🙏

[@henryrobaina3917]

The elbow gester is for cheap people. It refers to people are willing to walk on thier elbows in order to save the sole of their shoes.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Wow! I’ve heard so many different explanations for this gester! Thanks for sharing.

[@ecwadorlife667]

@@henryrobaina3917 I didn’t know about the gestures, good to know!

[@bilrmjl2]

Thank you for going to another town and showing us a little about that area. Even now when I come back from my vacation of 3 weeks I am saying things in Spanish. It's hard to go back to English...lol😁

[@MovingToMexiCo]

I’m glad you enjoyed the video 😃

[@KidNoah2012]

The elbow tap was great. It took me back to the days when I caddied at Pebble Beach and a bad tipper was said to have "alligator arms"🐊🤢

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Haha

[@philschiavone101]

I watch my wife ask for directions in Mexico and she just keeps asking until she gets the same answer 3 times. 😂

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Triple verification 😂

[@timhynde8611]

Great way to learn the language!

[@angelaborrayo9823]

@@philschiavone101 I asked for directions and people didn't know even if they have been there so they told me who are you looking for and I told them and said oh yes he lives down the little stream next to the church in a orange house .😅

[@JeffreyHolmberg]

I love visiting Mexico but we learned very hard lessons about asking directions or other questions. On our visits to the Yucatan, in the early 80’s. We concluded that they will tell you an answer to any question very confidently. You may find out later that they really had no idea what the real answer may be. How long will it take to get there? When do they close? What medication should I take for motion sickness? Etc…

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Exactly! I think it’s all done with good intentions… but still.

[@DonaldWheelis-xb1lu]

1st learn the language, 2. Learn and respect the customs. 3. Learn the laws. 4. Be respectful.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Gracias

[@lisamckinney5784]

Thanks for the info! We have been coming for 15 years-3-4x/year. I didn't know about the gestures. Very interesting.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching!

[@mariaa.7401]

I am jealous of your donut! My grandpa was a baker and made cake donuts. IMO, no other type of donut compares!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

I am now jealous of my donut too. 😂

[@adamblackshaw9151]

I always thought Salma Hayek was gorgeous. Then I spent a month in MEX and found that almost every woman was just as beautiful as Salma.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

It is true!

[@SammySeminar]

Wow this is so kind of you to say, sending love!

[@babydriver8134]

While I was on my wife hunt in 1983 I spent 3 weeks in Culiacan. While driving down the highway I would see groups of women waiting for the bus. Beautiful clean hair, pretty flowered dresses, DRESSES! Went to sit in front of the cathedral, and if I spent more than 10 seconds admiring a beauty, I would MISS 3 to 5 other beauties walking by.

[@john-l3h3i]

@@babydriver8134 Reminds me of my trip to Cartegena Colombia. Just sitting on the park benches, I was getting neck trauma from doing 30+ head whips a minute looking at so many pretty ladies wearing DRESSES! No sweat pants in sight...tight jeans and dresses everywhere.

[@irinaivanovic9792]

You haven't seen enough of Mexico.......

[@BACurious1]

I´ve lived in Mexico for 4 years now and have been back to the US 2 times. Every time I go back I don´t recognize this country anymore. People are unhappy and there are things showing up in bathrooms and public places that I don´t even know what they are. I call them the ït generation¨because they have no real intuitive understanding of what it is to be a human anymore. I´m a stranger in a strange land in the US

[@MovingToMexiCo]

For sure. There’s a lot of weird things happening up north. Hopefully it doesn’t start down here 🙏

[@AmericanDevolution]

Exactly why we’re looking to move abroad as well. Everything is political and everyone seems to have a chip on their shoulder or a stick up their butt.

[@mrmanny]

Haven't been back since moving south of the boarder 9 yrs ago 🤠

[@all4jesusCarnivore]

I wish everyday I was down there…

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Very nice! Where in Mexico do you live?

[@mrmanny]

@@MovingToMexiCo A tiny pueblo inland from PV called "El Cimarron Chico de la Raicilla". When you talked about the culture shock, when visiting your home country. I'm sure I'll be thinking of your video when that day comes. Appreciate the Content.

[@ecwadorlife667]

I’ll never cross the border again.

[@ecwadorlife667]

@@all4jesusCarnivoreme too, every day

[@melodymerritt8419]

Love the hand gestures!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

🙌 ✌️🖐️🫵🤙

[@Forever.Dark.Knight1287]

Mexico is beautiful...

[@laszlosandor3987]

These were all spot on observations!!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Thanks!

[@lorraineklemchuk387]

Happy weekend - thankyou Paul for informative video. DOE-nut looked tasty. Gracias

[@MovingToMexiCo]

It was good 🍩… now I want another one 😅

[@andreabradley5837]

I love the idea of eating a doughnut in front of a gym. I need to find a Planet Fitness nearby!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Haha

[@RacquelTBrooks]

I been to Mexico once.. Monterrey .. and I would love to go and see more

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Monterrey is a cool city! Thanks for sharing.

[@angiet1924]

Talking about donuts - we bought some delicious donuts on the beach at Playa Manzanillo at La Cruz when we were there last February. Closer than San Pancho. 🙂

[@MovingToMexiCo]

The question is, were the cake style or old fashion donuts?

[@angiet1924]

@@MovingToMexiCo Good question - they were really light and delicious with icing on. But no calories haha! ;-)

[@krl5852]

Can’t wait for more “hand gesture” language in up coming videos. #1 is so true!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

There’s a lot of them that I didn’t know about!

[@alendryaldimera]

Ditto. Give us a hand gesture video!!

[@ClepsidraSideral]

👋adiós.

[@artemisapelaez6902]

@@krl5852 gestures are not true l am Mexican and lived here all my life and l have never seen this kind of gestures

[@jesuscruzcruz3613]

@@artemisapelaez6902 I´m mexican and I use the front side of hand to say Thanks in the car, always

[@slimtrip]

Love a great old fashioned! Did you find the chocolate?!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Didn’t find a chocolate yet. I’ll have to check next time I’m in San Pancho. Thanks for watching.

[@dath283]

I have been to various cities in Mexico, and will always have fond memories of La Gran Paroquia en Vera Cruz that serves the most amazing panes dulces y cafe con leche. Gente muy amable. In Colombia if you touch the elbow it means cheap. If you touch the area between the wrist and elbow it means "serruchamos" (cut it in half) lets share.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Very cool. Thank you for sharing!

[@mssoftballer15]

Wowwww. I never knew it but I’ve done the Mexican head nod for as long as I remember. I often forget it’s not a well known gesture when I do it with most people. But it makes sense because I’m from Texas. Nice to find out it’s origins and that I’m not just crazy 😂

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Haha

[@lydiagonzales6841]

Beautiful Mexico ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊

[@MovingToMexiCo]

💯

[@DonaldWheelis-xb1lu]

Keep looking for donuts, you will be surprised. I found donuts in East Timor and they made them to my request. I had donuts every Sunday morning.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Amazing. I’ll keep my eye out 😉

[@apaulatauiliili7025]

❤wow I love their Beach it has an tables chairs and umbrellas already Now that's what I want to see❤❤❤❤❤ I'm planning to move into mexico soon in two years soon ..Good bye US

[@MovingToMexiCo]

I like that they have that as well. No need to bring a bunch of stuff to the beach. But you will need to pay for the rental. Thank you for watching!

[@deniseinight9596]

I am coming down in Nov to Mazatlan, do you have videos on that town? I'm coming down to 'snow bird' for a little bit, trying to edge myself into retirement. Also enjoyed this on Nayarit as I want to check it out also.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fWrTqneCi7-EZ68si=Sr_kv-F45AQYLWrD Mazatlan is a great city to visit!

[@bethmendoza1847]

The noise is not an exaggeration! In some areas it starts at sunrise with announcements over a loudspeaker, with music and commentary broadcast throughout the neighborhood. Lucky for me I was visiting my in-laws. To say something positive, most Mexicans are super friendly and will share a meal with no hesitation.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Thanks for sharing!

[@ctawzer]

I teach English to Spanish speakers and they often use the screenshot translation feature on Google Translate on an in-class assignment or exam. 😆

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Would that be cheating?!

[@ctawzer]

@@MovingToMexiCoyes!

[@theStacyJames]

Yes we use it in Chiapas too

[@MovingToMexiCo]

🙌

[@lety336]

Elbow translates to “codo.” Hence codo also means cheap or stingy.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Good to know!

[@wisecoconut5]

I laughed out loud at " Mexico is loud." That is an understatement! OMG! 😂😂😂

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Hehe

[@camselle]

BEYOND loud 🎺

[@roserose7978]

I think my Google Maps is now Mexican - it often says it knows where I am trying to get to - and then leads me on a wild goose chase😂

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Haha!

[@cltinturkey]

Don't trust Google Maps. About half the time, it will mislead you or take you on a dangerous detour. Cuidado!

[@YosefSchmidt]

I moved back to the States this spring, and Google Maps led me around in circles to get to a place that was about 2 miles from my house. Sometimes my phone and my PC still think I'm in Mexico!

[@kidfreemillennials]

This is so great, you're way cute, thank you!!! We are in the process of moving to Cabo

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Very cool! Best of luck to you 🙌

[@edubrux5089]

Buen video, el gesto de gracias con la mano, se veía antes en algunos mandatarios, por ejemplo el expresidente peña lo hacía seguido y es super común al manejar.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Fue uno de los primeros que observé en México y que rápidamente adapté como propio. ¡Gracias por compartir!

[@estuchedepeluche2212]

Acabo de volver a Indiana después de una semana en Ciudad Juárez y lo primero que nota uno es el silencio de los pueblos de EE. UU. Antes de eso estuve ocho meses en Ecuador y es super raro estar aquí donde todo está en inglés y es carísimo en comparación.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Oh yes the silence is weird especially at night when going to sleep.

[@SheldonGingerich]

Very well said, paisano!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Gracias 🙏

[@joeljurasek9220]

What were the fruit on the ground during the doughnut segment?

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Mangos

[@Ebbandjayflo]

Another goodie...gracias!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Muchas gracias 🤙

[@camslumlord]

I love Mexico!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

🙌 🙌 🙌

[@mgcarmonaz]

❤❤❤ nice video 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 Viva México 🇲🇽

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Gracias!

[@stephaniemcgreevy4114]

I’ve been to Gaby’s I miss PV. I also had to stop speaking Spanish after spending 3 months in Jalisco and Oaxaca

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Thanks for sharing

[@CrabbyOldLady]

Does it make a difference which hand you use for the thank you gesture?

[@MovingToMexiCo]

No.

[@TJ-cn9wq]

first time watching your video - question - why are there metal bars on so many windows and doors and little court yards with bar that end in points?

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Protecting from break-ins. It’s quite common throughout Mexico.

[@TJ-cn9wq]

@@MovingToMexiCo as a single woman, that does not set well at all with me - i don't even have to lock my door at nite...and my neighbors watch out for me - i live in Montana USA

[@billhassall1586]

Before alarms and cameras were invented

[@MovingToMexiCo]

@@TJ-cn9wq i imagine that in Montana the 2nd amendment deters quite a few would be thieves.

[@TJ-cn9wq]

@@MovingToMexiCo true - wouldn't want to tangle with anybody here - and they don't

[@rioricojohn7455]

I have been to SP a few times and would like to move there from where I live now in Mx. When I was there it was very hard to get info for rentals.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

It’s a great town. Thanks for watching.

[@teresatano193]

I'm loud and I need to move there!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Haha

[@dorothylaviolette4924]

Enjoyed the video, I love Mexico.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Thank you for watching!

[@chipm2544]

Gracias. Buen trabajo.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Gracias!

[@stevericher6660]

Beautiful walk

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Muchas gracias 🙏

[@jj-bp3fr]

4:38, u might want to explain to people that the hand gesture & a slight head movement downwards means TAKING YOUR HAT OFF for someone else. Its a sign of respect and honor towards the person doing u a favor or showing respect to anyone. Just think of holding the edge of your hat and u make a slight head movement. Im sure people can visualize it, u just forgot to make a slight head knod.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Oh yes good point!

[@lcinflorida8728]

Excellent! TYVM!!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

De nada

[@robertdelmar8958]

Living in a colonia in the Yucatan I became convinced that every house continued a commercial sound system. If your music can not be heard for at lest half a kilometer you are shamed. lol

[@MovingToMexiCo]

😂

[@aisaacs3561]

Another great video!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Thank you ♥️

[@mdimascio]

Thanks Paul. How did you end up choosing San Pancho? Aren't non-citizens forbidden to purchase property in Mexico within 50km of the coastline?

[@MovingToMexiCo]

I dont live in San Pancho i live in nearby Bucerias. You buy the land through a trust with the bank.

[@ffrederickskitty4607]

Frida and Diego's La Casa Azul in Coyoacan is a must see.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Thanks for sharing!

[@truestory923]

Nicely done!

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Thank you!!

[@BPe-ie9je]

is there a low season inland?? ??Morelia?

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Good question. Yes, Morelia, like many tourist destinations, experiences high and low seasons. The high season typically aligns with major holidays and events, such as: - **November**: During the Day of the Dead celebrations. - **December to early January**: Around Christmas and New Year. - **Easter week (Semana Santa)**: Often attracts many visitors. The low season generally falls outside these peak times, particularly in the summer months and the periods between major holidays. The weather in Morelia is relatively mild year-round, so the distinction between high and low seasons is more related to cultural and event-driven factors rather than significant weather changes.

[@RedroomStudios]

yes, but it's not as extreme. it generally follows the timelines of the dry and rainy seasons. there is also a bump in late July to late August when Mexican students and teachers are on summer holidays.

[@jeffreydaniels7519]

That’s exactly what they mean when they call people ugly American. You shouldn’t expect people to acclimate to your customs and culture when you’re living in their country. Be considerate of your host country.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Totally 👍

[@tadah98]

@@jeffreydaniels7519 I’ve never understood why people that go to other countries trying to force their culture on the people there instead of doing the culture of that particular country is the reason why they went there…. I love other cultures. I travel a lot and I never try to do anything offensive or weird. I like to dive into the culture with both feet.

[@rosiemand7161]

Is so true about hand gestures and asking for directions 😂

[@MovingToMexiCo]

😃

[@CrabbyOldLady]

Second question: can Google Translate handle the very different accents in different Spanish speaking countries? Mexico and Uruguay can be very different, for example.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Google Translate is capable of handling Spanish across various dialects, but with some limitations. It primarily focuses on providing accurate translations for the standard form of Spanish, which often represents a more neutral or widely understood version of the language. Here’s how it manages accents and regional variations: 1. Vocabulary Differences: Google Translate usually recognizes some regional vocabulary differences. For example, it understands that “camión” in Mexico means “bus,” while in Spain, it means “truck.” However, it may struggle with highly localized slang or idiomatic expressions. 2. Spelling and Grammar: The core grammar and spelling differences across Spanish-speaking regions are generally well handled. For instance, whether you use “vosotros” (commonly used in Spain) or “ustedes” (more common in Latin America), Google Translate will generally process these appropriately. 3. Pronunciation: Google Translate can pronounce text using a neutral Spanish accent, but it does not adjust for regional pronunciations (e.g., the differences in pronunciation between Mexican Spanish and Rioplatense Spanish from Uruguay or Argentina). 4. Slang and Colloquialisms: The tool struggles most with slang, idiomatic expressions, and culturally specific phrases that are heavily influenced by regional usage. This means that for highly localized language, the translations might not always be accurate or could be misunderstood. In summary, while Google Translate performs reasonably well with standard Spanish, it is not perfect in distinguishing or translating nuances from every Spanish-speaking country. For casual or conversational translation, it usually works fine, but for nuanced regional language or cultural references, it might not be as reliable.

[@CrabbyOldLady]

@@MovingToMexiCo Thank you for the excellent and detailed response

[@cowboyblu1]

Good video. Thanks

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Thanks for watching!

[@bholmes5490]

I have met several people who returned to the US because of Age, only to wish they had stayed in Mexico or Costa Rica. My massage therapist, who is by the way the best in the World, is moving to Mexico to open a Wellness Retreat. It's the USA's loss.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Thanks for sharing

[@all4jesusCarnivore]

Great video again, thank you 🙏🏼

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Thanks for watching!

[@cwisaac22]

Thanks for the great content. I am from the US and living in Guadalajara. the Gaby's situation is embarrassing. And a lawsuit? I would've hoped it would have been laughed at and thrown out of court when it was filed. But I guess if you have money that lawyers (even in México) are willing to represent.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Agreed. It is unfortunate.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Thanks for watching!

[@billhassall1586]

Gabbys is on every street in every colonia all night every weekend in many parts of Mx

[@cwisaac22]

@@billhassall1586 Feeling entitled rather than gratitude to have the opportunity.

[@veramae4098]

Do they have elephant ears - pastry?

[@MovingToMexiCo]

I didn’t see any.

[@veramae4098]

@@MovingToMexiCo Oh weep, o wail.

[@missmayflower]

Don’t have data? I always get a Telcel SIM card with the Amigo SIN Limit plan. It’s only $200 pesos a month, pay as you go, and I’ve never run out of data.

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Cool!

[@Cyclesolo]

Is it easy to move from US to Mexico?

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Depends on what you call “easy”.

[@erwinmotorbike]

That was great. I subscribed

[@MovingToMexiCo]

Much appreciated! Bienvenidos!