APARTMENT HUNTING IN PUERTO VALLARTA MEXICO PT.2 🇲🇽 (WE FOUND A PLACE)

[@janisblack2183]

I find the luxury apartments too modern and plain, a very cold vibe. I prefer a more traditional and local vibe. Agua Azul for me, who needs a pool when you can swim in a beautiful, turquoise ocean and sandy beach? As far as restaurants, you will most likely be invited to fiestas and local cookouts in a neighbourhood once the people get to know you, and the kids will play and enjoy piñatas! You can enjoy the restaurants on your way to the beach! 😊❤

[@Morelifediaries]

We agree! That’s a big reason we moved to Agua Azul! Although our apartment lacks a traditional touch it makes up for it being in a great neighbourhood. We have already taken part in MANY fiestas being here lol

[@victorramirez1280]

Congratulations Marc and Kathleen, I am glad you found your apartment. As for which one I choose, Agua Azul would be my choice as well. That view from the balcony is amazing.

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you 😊 once we get a little patio set we’ll be living out there

[@LifePrinciples_]

Agua Azul seems a wonderful option! Loved the view from your new terrace ❤ best of lucks in your new chapter !

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you 😊 it’s an amazing view and a calm neighborhood

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Agua Azul would have been my choice too! Gotta love that covered balcony facing the jungle greenery :)

[@Morelifediaries]

Absolutely- we will be spending a lot of time there lol

[@alicethurm2902]

Agua azul for sure

[@Morelifediaries]

Thanks 😊

[@martinhutchinson1711]

Wise choice. I’m jealous

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you 😊

[@stephanievalencia7329]

Good choice! That jungle view is awesome!!😊

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you 😊 and it really it. Very calm neighborhood

[@lisajohnson5927]

Wow, the rent is so reasonable, love it. I love both the apartments have a lot of positives. Thank you for sharing! I need to start watching your channel more, go back and binge-watch. 😄♥

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you so much!

[@LeeinBayofBanderas]

Perfect Choice, I can’t wait to make that choice!

[@Morelifediaries]

It honestly was! We wouldn’t move out of this neighbourhood!

[@LeeinBayofBanderas]

@ I will make sure that neighborhood is on my relocation tour along with 5 de diciembre. I need walkable to Mercado and coffee shops. Not driving there, no way - relate to “passenger princess” 😂

[@SuzyRed6]

I loved your choice, Agua Azul! Congratulations! I also am moving to a traditional Mexican neighborhood in PV after a modern row home in a gated community! The ability to walk to shop and explore...I can't wait! Good luck and it will be fun to see how your journey unfolds 🍀

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you so much :) we love it here

[@kazzyburton196]

I think you made the right choice, looking forward to the house and neighbourhood tour 🎉

[@Morelifediaries]

Thanks … coming soon 😎

[@louiseholmes8996]

We live in Versalles and love it so I would have picked Versalles but it sounds like you picked the right place for you guys! Hope it turns out to be everything you hope for. Congratulations you guys! Wishing you much happiness in your new home. 😊

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you 😊 we love Versalles too and thankfully are often there. This allows us to ge to know new neighbourhoods

[@SisterSherryDoingStuff]

YESS!!!! My fingers were crossed - great place, great price!!

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you 😊 it’s an amazing neighborhood and a very close walk to the 5D market

[@guiovanacazares1882]

So happy for your family! 🎉 Glad to see more videos of Agua Azul neighborhood. Thank you for sharing. 🤗

[@Morelifediaries]

Thanks 😊 can’t wait to share some

[@manuelgallardo1322]

Definitely agua azul! Waking up with a cup of coffee to that lush jungle hills 😍 and the condo has more character

[@Morelifediaries]

Yes absolutely 🤙🏼

[@JuniMandala]

Great choice! I look forward to seeing your journey in the new neighborhood!

[@Morelifediaries]

Thanks so much!

[@acostay238]

Congrats on the new apartment! Here’s a cup of coffee from Texas! Enjoying the content!!! 😎🇲🇽

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you so much 😊

[@Tycobb10]

Although we are moving to Ajijic on Lake Chapala, I really am enjoying your videos as you continue on your bold new adventure!😎

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you 😊

[@krl5852]

Felicidades on your new Apartment. I too would pick Agua Azul; to immerse oneself a local neighbourhood is the way to go. No deck/terrace would be a deal breaker for me.

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you 😊 we’ve been here 1 day and are already loving the neighborhood

[@ronaldoago-go5907]

I also would have chosen Azul. The amenities and modern appliances etc are nice but the place you chose has way more personality and cool Mexican vibe. Good choice!

[@Morelifediaries]

Yes absolutely 😊 thanks for watching

[@passportwalletphone]

For a first time renting an apartment in PV I would have went with Versailles. Thanks for the video.

[@Morelifediaries]

Thanks!!! That's not a bad choice at all. I would say renting in either Versalles or 5 De Diciembre for 6 months would be ideal - both are very well located with lots to do.

[@ezmealstravels9221]

Both places are beautiful. Congratulations!

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you ☺️

[@LeAnne-Bowden]

We lived in Versalles ( the house Olive by Rueben is now in) and went to the Saturday market at least twice a month. Love some of the housing in Agua Azul but never really got to know the neighborhood. So am very much looking forward to you sharing more of that area of PV! And congrats on finding a new home!

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you! It's great here and looking forward to sharing some of our favourite things.

[@Shakerman270]

Congrats on the new apartment. I’m going to Puerta Vallarta in March, cannot wait. 🇨🇦

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you :)

[@deanna3277]

Aqua Azul for sure. Love that balcony.

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you 😊 we’ll definitely be spending some time out there

[@lindsaymaunick8966]

Definitely agua azul, good choice. Congratulations 🎉

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you 😊

[@LiveFree-20]

For me I would choose Col Versailles especially if it has AC. But we all have different likes and family situations.

[@Morelifediaries]

Versalles is great 😊

[@npolfus1]

I'm glad you picked that one. Neighborhood is very important, and the other one was too modern? Now you'll feel like you're really in MX!

[@Morelifediaries]

Yes exactly!!!

[@richardhowe3951]

Know both places well. Can see how it was a tough choice. I would have taken Agua Azul. , too. loved that Saturday market and it is a short drive to Oldtown. I feel like you guys are so much like we were when we came. Great down to earth videos your making! Looking forward to watching how it goes for you there... Thanks.

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you so much. We already spend some time in Versalles so it’ll be nice to get to know a slow pace local neighborhood. Look forward to many local eat videos lol

[@Bull-BearTrading]

Great choice for your new apt. Cool content once again! Looks like your views are increasing. Congrats!

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you 😊 slowly but surely lol

[@lindajordan7481]

Congratulations! Can't wait to see your new place!

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you. Official house tour coming soon 😊

[@jays2035]

Hello, just subscribed to your channel. Heading down to PV ( well NV this time ) in a few weeks for our 14th trip. I'm enjoying your videos! thanks from THunder Bay, Ontario...I think that Agua is the better choice. That area is way nicer and has more of that local feel

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you 😊 NV is also beautiful. Definitely a lot more local and raw which we like

[@rohankandamby9857]

Congratulations for your success by finding best for you and your kids.

[@Morelifediaries]

Thanks 😊

[@npolfus1]

Love love love your new apartment!!

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you :)

[@camerandalili7489]

Great job, thanks!

[@Morelifediaries]

Thanks :)

[@savisahid3377]

Looking forward to seeing more of your videos.. admire you both for fulfilling your life dream.. and making the best of it.. wife and i will be in puerto vallarta next april hoping to stay at the buenaventura.. i saw your last video walk you did from there.. enjoyed it.. we love PV as well. Do you have any other better hotels to stay at near the Malecon.. thanks.. we are from toronto as well.. we live in etobicoke..

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you for watching al the way from Etobicoke :) We do miss a nice Etobicoke Sanremo bakery, Costco and Ikea run lol On or near the Malecon we have only been to Los Arcos in Zona Romantica and Buenaventura. Location wise and from what we experienced with our day pass Buenaventura is a great choice - food was excellent, vibe was right and its close to everything.

[@savisahid3377]

@Morelifediaries the Sanremo bakery is on Royal York road..I have driven by it many times but never stopped to try their bread or pastries.. I should check them next time.. Thanks for your info on Buenaventura.. the wife and I will stick with the Buenaventura..westjet goes to Puerto Vallarta..will book in the new year for April..Hope your car is mechanically sound now.. I do agree with you the stone roads can really be hard on the cars..You and Kathleen and the kids have a great.. week.. all the best .. enjoy the beautiful weather.. there.. Richard and Savi

[@Morelifediaries]

Their pastries are great! Amazing donuts! Definitely get a sandwich with their deli meat 🤤 take care and happy holidays 😊

[@srvsgal]

Congrats! So happy for you!

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you so much 😀

[@rhondatinis5961]

great choice you did well kids

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you 😊

[@amdgeneral1344]

Congrats !! amigos welcome to Mexico

[@Morelifediaries]

Gracias - we’ve been here for almost a year 😎 still newbies though lol

[@The69cool69]

I think you made the right choice!

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you 😊 we think so too

[@NRQ-zv5bp]

Private outdoor space is nice

[@Morelifediaries]

A must for us!

[@HeyitsMario65]

No no no, not Versailles, my wife and I have decided to stop following you. Ha, just kidding. Regarding you asking for our comments, we thought you would select Versalles because of the kids school and library as you mentioned, but also giving Kathleen the 2nd bathroom, the air in each room, a pool to help with heat and a laundry room, as that is a must for us. But your reasoning for Agul Azul made sense because as you mentioned, it's the reason you moved to Mexico and we can understand that. If did also give you the air in the rooms, but I can agree with the view (from what we could see) and the storage closet space. And a great price, congrats! Thanks for bringing us along on your journey!

[@Morelifediaries]

LOL it was honestly such a hard choice for us. The Versalles one had so many good things and a great price but we went with what felt right. We can always move to Versalles next year 😎

[@melanieroman4227]

u made a good choice, Love the new place!!!

[@Morelifediaries]

Thanks 😊

[@deerealiztreallyfeinc4994]

Congrats 🎉 on the new location.

[@Morelifediaries]

Gracias 🤩

[@armandob.castenelli3525]

That is amazing you found a place. It does look like a comfortable living space. You will also be near El Salto Waterfalls.. Congratulations..!

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you 😊 it’s a few minute walk to there and there are so many other hikes. It was definitely a selling point for us.

[@jamesturcott7339]

Thx for the hunt😊

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you

[@taoofgravity]

Ugh! It's so cringy to hear how touristy it is now. My neighbors were goats and a rooster when I lived in Versailles 23 years ago. 😅 Before that, I was over in Viejo Vallarta. But, i was thinking of renting a place for a few months, and this was helpful! Thanks!

[@Morelifediaries]

Sounds amazing! I (Marc) came 26 years ago with family but I don't remember much lol

[@taoofgravity]

​@Morelifediaries I went as a teenager on vacation w/ my mom and just... stayed. 😅 Congrats on finding a place, though!

[@brianleonard6885]

🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤ Bravo

[@Morelifediaries]

thanks :)

[@watdahek2]

Agua Azul was a great choice. Close to the hills. How long of a walk to the beach?

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you 😊 About a 20 minute walk to the playa.

[@marianboullon4301]

Aqua Azul for the win🎉

[@Morelifediaries]

🔥🔥🔥

[@patriciaerdmann9808]

Buena decisión 🎉

[@Morelifediaries]

Gracias ☺️

[@loopspadilla7032]

Good choice!

[@Morelifediaries]

Thanks 😊

[@stevenartistandcrafter631]

Hey guys, I hope your getting moved into your new place and your happy with it? I have a question for you about me getting a one bedroom Apt in Versilles for about 800-1000? Possible?? How do I start.

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you :) best thing to do is search on facebook marketplace. Adjust your pin to Puerto Vallarta and search for departementos!!

[@stevenartistandcrafter631]

@@Morelifediaries Hey guys, love your latest Podcast. Want you to know I found a perfectly great 1 bedroom, like new, Apt in Versalles in my budget and exactly what I wanted!! Only downside is that it’s a third floor walk up!! There’s always a “but” I think I will handle it! Thanks for the suggestion. I move the first week of Nov. after that we’ll get together for coffee! I’m glad you love your new place!

[@terrytico4009]

You made a good choice for daily interactions with the local people. The first apartment was nice but seemed more tourist like overall. Your choice will be better for your children and fun for all of you. I am looking forward to the next video.

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you 😊 and it definitely was. A lot of snowbird stay in the area as well. We’re looking forward to making some local friends.

[@franciscodelgado5143]

Versalles !

[@Morelifediaries]

Versalles is awesome 😎

[@derrick8224]

Thanks for the update. I enjoy following your channel. Hello from Ottawa Canada 😊

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you so much 😊

[@epicvegantime595]

Ok, serious question. Every expat community I have ever visited is overflowing with Canadians. Why are so many leaving Canada just out of curiosity. And thank you for your videos. :)

[@Morelifediaries]

Thank you 😊 I know that a lot of retirees are coming here now that were previously going to Florida because the insurance and overall cost of going there has increased. As for younger people and families: quality of life, cost of living, politics are probably amongst the top reasons. With the ability to work online now for a lot of people they can choose to work fro wherever and Mexico is amazing and it’s somewhat close by!

[@epicvegantime595]

@@MorelifediariesAwesome, thanks for the reply. Greatly appreciated. Cheers.

[@josealcala582]

Felicidades

[@Morelifediaries]

Muchas gracias ☺️

[@dougp5044]

What type of jobs are available for those of us who's Spanish-speaking is limited. I've been there many times on vacation and am actually thinking of making a move there permanently

[@Morelifediaries]

Very little to no jobs locally. You’ll have to find something online!

[@dougp5044]

@@Morelifediaries ok ty

[@tomm9540]

Is your accent French Canadian? ( the husband)

[@Morelifediaries]

Oui Oui it is 😝

[@Blunteffect27]

Mann so this is the reason why my rent went from 6 thousand pesos to 15 😂😂😂 dammmm ohh well gentrification at its finest btw im a Mexican native

[@Morelifediaries]

Genuily interested in knowing how long ago the rent was that low. Gentrification is a real thing but it's not the only factor to consider.

[@Blunteffect27]

@@Morelifediariesyeah it happened literally last June when my least was up but I don’t hate foreign people they actually bring business inn that Mexicans can benefit from like me who’s a Spanish teacher my clients are through the roof and I’m making 3 times as much as i ever made