Why I Moved to Mexico | How Does Mexico Compare to Other Countries | Black Women Abroad

[@monica421]

Wow, you really articulated your experiences in each country and the challenges really well!!! I've lived in 3 countries outside of the US, and I'm now a resident of Mexico, and when asked about the other two countries, for the most part I just say "it was raggedy" and "there were too many challenges I wasn't equipped to deal with and didn't want to deal with". Your ability to really evaluate and list your reasons in depth is phenomenal!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

It has taken some distance to be able to articulate my China experience. I still haven't unpacked it all.

[@helenac.4081]

It’s so important for me to see people who look like me accomplishing the dreams I’ve dreamt for so long!! Thank you so much & keep up all the exciting and informative content!! I’m packing & coming soon!!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

You got this!

[@inmytravelstoday]

China was great for me. I felt at home, supported by staff and welcomed by all whom I interacted with.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

That's great that your experience was positive.

[@kevmc8934]

Damn you got sum good content! And this was very informative and entertaining 👏🏾

[@nicoleychalmers]

Wow! It sounds like you have had such varied but great experiences learning about different places and cultures. China was already half way crossed off but you helped solidify that it’s going to be a no for me lol. Great video and loving your content.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

There are a lot of people who have great experiences in China, I was not one of them.

[@jorgdedeavila8669]

I love this channel

[@bonnievega8010]

10:45pm Moving to Mexico in 2 weeks...searching for rental in Jalisco near Lake Chapala

[@slady7072]

You're a whole Vibe Picky Girl!! Thank you for sharing .

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Thanks 😊

[@doucelait1]

Thanks for all of your great videos. 🥰🤗

[@AdaliaAborisade]

You are so welcome!

[@phi2519]

This was SOOOO useful for me. I LOVE the way you contrasted your experiences and the things that impacted your life in each country. I've been eyeing teaching in CDMX for a while since I've returned from Thailand and this gives some great perspective!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Glad it was helpful!

[@uttermil]

Wow, what a fresh voice! I am living off the grid and evacuating frequently in SoCal in the mountains. Want to visit? I'm traveling when I can to the Arctic, the northwest, the west coast in general in the US in the desert to the mountains. i have spend time working in the field in Evolutionary Biologist in the Galapagos, Barbados, Panama, and elsewhere. I do love the vibe I get when people capture where I'm at, but wow, that gets old. i'm half Chinese (immigrant dad) and half white (Scandinavian midwestern mom). I grew up near Seattle where there were both groups and lots of mixed kids. I am in a small mountain town now in Idyllwild, but I have had the itch to move for the last few years. Really, I'm a field biologist at heart, and I can't think of more generic applications of my education such as peace corps. I'm too deep into my field, so I think.

[@NewYorkerinLondon7]

Spot on about Mexico City. 👌🏽🇲🇽

[@yestohappiness2721]

Thank you for sharing, Adalia! Such interesting comparisons between the 4 countries! I was born and lived in a communist country for my first 16 years and I completely understand what you say about China - my family knew several people that "disappeared" because of something they said about the government. We were always watched, as you say. And you are completely right about MX residency being so much easier to get - any immigrant to the USA knows that it takes > 10 yrs and thousand of USD to get. When I saw the 2 pages to fill out for MX residency and compared with the mountain of papers I had to fill with an attorney to get the green card in the US, I had a big smile...

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Honestly, I have no words for the immigration process in the US. It's ridiculous.

[@Kozette007]

💔

[@nsanenthembrane]

Did you ever consider portugal? It’s friendly and popular with expats

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Portugal is on the list for the future

[@jacquesahouansou]

Very informative video! Thank you for sharing your experiences in these countries.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Thanks for watching!

[@BeComingNyrell]

I wander how different your Honduran experience would have been in Roatan?

[@AdaliaAborisade]

I visited Roatan when I lived there but beach life isn't for me. I think the Bay Islands are in a better situation when it comes to the security situation.

[@BeComingNyrell]

@@AdaliaAborisade good! I love to hear it 😉

[@christopherhouse7937]

Adalia awesome video! Adalia, Where in Mexico can I find the cheapest rent? What cities?

[@gustapia8177]

Awesome! Thank u for choosing our mother land lMexico as your own country as well , Great job .keep up the good work enjoy!! Pls keep educating people about ur life in Mex……

[@alisonthompson4346]

Great info

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gustapia8177]

Happy to see that u love Mexico welcome to Mexico

[@laurarenovato1751]

Loved this video!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Thank you!!

[@dwalker6868]

Thank you as always

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Always welcome

[@jamestakashiro5660]

I am a black man and it was really hard as a black male I am from the USA and I had to move back to the USA then went to Thailand where I was treated like a king and was happy and I was also in Wuhan China where I was treated like a king. So for me Asia is where being black is more beautiful for us then in Mexico.

[@bbutler7158]

Great info!!!😊

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Thanks for watching!

[@BeComingNyrell]

Wait… go back…. “Google was illegal “?

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Yep. The government controls all internet access and has a really long list of blocked sites. I wrote a post about my frustrations here pickygirltravelstheworld.com/using-the-internet-in-china-the-frustrating-truth/

[@BeComingNyrell]

@@AdaliaAborisade I remember reading that years ago I didn’t know that was still strictly enforced. I’m about to read this now

[@ForeverEclectic]

Very informative....happy I subscribed. Can't wait to go through more of your videos. Were you joking about the produce:)

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Welcome aboard! Um no ... that was not a joke. I'm quite the picky eater hence the name of the channel 😁

[@ForeverEclectic]

@@AdaliaAborisade 😂

[@taniamatheis6145]

I've been a flight attendant in the past. Love Mexico I to am a teacher/social worker looking to remodel my life and living.

[@Mexican01o101]

Friendly people will always be welcomed in our country. Just learn the language..

[@1Phedre]

Kuwait is not on the beaten path. Very interesting experience, I'm sure.

[@1Phedre]

Spain's golden visa does appeal to me but yes, more expensive!

[@LeLough22]

Would a local attorney make it easier to apply for residency, temporary or permanent? Follow up: Do you have one that you could recommend?

[@AdaliaAborisade]

In Mexico? Paying an attorney would eliminate some of the time spent in line.

[@karoberts2198]

Look to see if anyone offers tours to research residency. These tours are offered in Panama.

[@terrim8572]

Mexico was on my radar too. I’m even considering working in Los Angeles and then commuting to a neighboring city in Mexico. My first choice is the UAE. I ultimately want to retire and live in Mexico Edit: you’re a teacher too?? So am I. The way they treat teachers in America sucks 🤦🏾‍♀️. This is why I’m seeking opportunities abroad and the UAE & other places

[@AdaliaAborisade]

I WAS a teacher. I retired in 2020.

[@terrim8572]

@@AdaliaAborisade cool!

[@wendyjohnson3157]

How about dating in Mexico? And 1st or 2nd hand experience with Mexican men and black women?

[@AdaliaAborisade]

I've had more interest than when I was in the US but still not finding many that I'M interested in.

[@aarondalton3613]

Hi nice video. Have you been to the DR

[@jeanettewhite3825]

How much it cost.To live their please let me know.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Have you seen the video I did on my cost of living in Mexico? kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnLYf6KnZ7hrn8k

[@lazarocedeno5270]

Adalia. Young lady. Permit me I am 83 years young. Thanks dear. You are inspiring and beautiful. You are providing a great service. The way to personal freedom. How very valuable. Specifically, persons in the diaspora. I understand your focus are the ladies. But, brothers are learning also. Thanks.

[@abeagleslife]

But you are not retired, are you? It sounds like you work at least sometimes? This is so interesting you've made me curious about Mexico. If Honduras is the murder capital of the world, isn't Mexico far behind? I know things aren't so peaceful here in the US either. If you get the chance, I'd love to see a day in your life there.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

To me being retired means you work IF you want to. Honestly, I don't typically keep up with those lists. But when I started researching Honduras prior to my move, that was all I could find on the internet. 😂

[@MrZeev76]

México might be a murder capital if you have dealings with the cartel, do drugs, or frequently hang out at seedy places late at night, but if you don't do any of those things you will more than likely feel safer here in México than in many US cities. That has been my experience.

[@lorraine725]

Where would be your perfect fit?

[@AdaliaAborisade]

For right now, there is no place I'd rather be than Mexico. But eventually I'd like to get residency in at least one more country cuz I like having options. Right now Spain and Portugal are the top choices. But I'll probably always spend time in Mexico.

[@terrim8572]

I never considered China

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Some people have awesome experiences but my was not great. It definitely helps if you can be in a city with more connections to the outside world.

[@Tia-to2qc]

Girl, you're brave as hell...to live in China??? Goodness, even the citizens there are scared shtless and walk around on eggshells, constantly being watched. It's practically a police state, but they're used to it at least, and have no there choice. And Kuwait would also be a stretch for the vast majority of Americans. Gotta give you props for having balls of steel! :D

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Thanks 😁

[@BeckyInCa]

👍

[@Maya-uy2xx]

Have you experienced earthquake in CDMX? That’s my only worry about CDMX. I love it so much otherwise. 😊

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Yes, several including the big one in 2017