MÉRIDA, MEXICO - What we loved about Mérida (subtitulos en español)

Ready to explore the vibrant culture and authentic beauty of Mérida, Mexico? Join us on our journey as we discover the marvels of beautiful Mérida for the first time. From delicious cuisine to unique historical sites, get a taste of what's in store in Mérida and what makes it such a captivating destination. Get ready to be inspired by all that Mérida has to offer!
📍Where it Mérida, Mexico? Mérida is located on the Yucatán Peninsula and is the capital of the peninsula. goo.gl/maps/K3HmBhY8C3Nst6jq5
🎥 In this video...
0:00 Intro to Mérida, Mexico
1:53 About Mérida, Mexico
3:06 Bodega Marcado Lucas De Galvez goo.gl/maps/ND68t2Pfo37yXiMr8
4:37 Dancing with the locals in Mérida, Mexico
7:03 Family culture in México
7:47 Why they call Mérida, Mexico "The White City"
8:05 Museum of Yucateca Gastronomy goo.gl/maps/PsTPn4d16JECjS7Q7
12:01 Coffee at Manifesto Casa Tostadora Calabrese goo.gl/maps/PVVLWrK6VRjMFHhC8
13:09 Progreso Beach goo.gl/maps/BcFR2QWLXPS1hY1aA
14:16 Final thoughts on Mérida, Mexico
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== A B O U T U S ==
Hey y'all! We're Chris + Sara (or as you know us, Let’s Be Us), a husband and wife digital nomad travel duo currently working and traveling full time with our pup, Kramer. We've always dreamed of traveling full time, and in May of 2018 we took the leap and made it happen! Today we're balancing work and fun everywhere between the Pacific and Atlantic. From hiking and cycling to tacos and coffee, we're trying to see and experience as much of this world as we can! While our home is currently on wheels in our DIY Sprinter van, our travels take us all around the world.
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[@berny042]

I love that you have visited my beautiful country. I am Mexican and I am currently studying in Germany, but I plan to return to my country because I just miss it so much. We have things to improve as a country, but my Mexico si unique. Thank you so much for taking the time to document and visit our beautiful country. I hope you guys return with a nice impression of Mexico and hope you come back very soon! 🇲🇽

[@chrisandsara]

Thank you so much! 🤍 we've absolutely loved our time in your home country and are sad we'll be leaving soon. I'm sure we'll be back though, it's such a large country with so many places to explore!

[@chrisandsara]

Thank you watching and having us in your country!

[@coffeecoffeecoffee7651]

Appreciate your showcasing a less exposed, more local side of Mexican life. Hope you two are doing well!!

[@chrisandsara]

Thanks for watching! Hope you’re doing well too!

[@geraldarnoult]

Coffee Coffee try Cordoba Veracruz

[@photographyalamexicana]

Living as an American in Mérida, Mexico, offers a charming and culturally immersive experience. Mérida, the capital of the Yucatan state, is known for its colonial architecture, vibrant arts scene, and a strong expat community. Many Americans are drawn to the city's warm climate, affordable cost of living, and welcoming locals. While some knowledge of Spanish can be helpful, English is commonly spoken among expats and in tourist areas. Mérida's rich Mayan heritage, local cuisine, and relaxed way of life make it a delightful place for Americans to experience the best of Mexico's culture and hospitality. Thanks, Chris and Sara!

[@marcusewaldo3627]

As a child I grew up in Cuernavaca Mexico. A few years ago we decided to return but wanted to try a different part of Mexico. After doing some research we decided that Merida would be our destination. We immedieately fell in love and after a few return trips we decided to have a home built there. It really is the complete package as far as cities go. Big enough but not too big, plenty of areas to explore, beach is very close and the people are wonderful. Oh and of course the food is phenominal. Great video and its nice to see that you guys enjoyed the city.

[@chrisandsara]

Couldn’t agree more! We loved our time in Merida and can’t wait to visit again.

[@fernandoJ1989]

It’s been a long time since I’ve been to Mexico over 20 years but due to all the popularity that Mexico has been having and how much is has changed for the better in so many way I am definitely have the intention of going there in the near future for vacation and maybe to even live there 😌🇲🇽

[@douglasstano1354]

The videography, and narration of this episode was superbly done. I’m impressed, keep up the great work.

[@chrisandsara]

Thanks so much, Douglas! So glad to hear you liked the style we chose for the video. ☺️

[@VenerableYorge]

F A N T A S T I C ! ! ! 💯👍😀

[@carloscardena2835]

Amigos, hace un par de años o algo así, Mérida fue considrrada la segunda ciudad más segura de América, solo después de Quebec en Canadá, un saludo y siempre seran bienvenidos a Mérida

[@chrisandsara]

Thank you for having us in your city! We absolutely loved it!

[@LidiaExplores]

I love Mérida! I've been here for almost three months now. It's a great spot to just chill out for a bit when you're ready to slow down from your travels. I will have to check out that museum/restaurant. It's been on my list for awhile!

[@chrisandsara]

I have to admit I'm a bit jealous you get to spend months in Mérida! Such an amazing city! Definitely go to MUGY, it's a great spot. ☺️

[@illuzeweb]

That's crazy I'm in Minneapolis and coming to visit next week

[@jaynewkirk5818]

I've been in Merida for 3 years now, from Minnesota usa. Nice piece, o lot of good info. The people of the Yucatan, 65-70 percent, are NOT Mexican, they are Yucateca. I have been so fortunate to have native Yucatecan friends, visit their families homes, tahmec, homun peublos near Merida. They speak Maya to one another. If you return, go to the cenotes, ancient sites using public transport. Seriously, a real experience to say the least. I have stood at the side of the road, no store, building, nothing for miles. Here comes the bus, flag it down, get in. Try that in the usa ! Take care, keep going on adventures 😊

[@maximolacerante8808]

theyre not mexican? thats silly, of course they are.

[@HayleyandJake]

Thanks for showing us around Merida! We are very excited to visit soon 😄🙌

[@colinandmeg]

Love you guys! So glad you guys are having so much fun ❤️ Can’t wait to watch all the other Mexico videos!

[@chrisandsara]

Love y’all too!!!

[@victoriagarcia9998]

Chris and Sara, I’m a first time viewer who has had interest in visiting Merida.I’m so glad I came across your video! As a Mexican-American, you gave me so much pride with your thorough and conscious review of this beautiful city. You’ve gained a new follower! ❤️ Thank you for being so well-informed, thoughtful and kind.

[@CarinaPiersay]

Thank you for taking us with you to Merida! I never even heard of it before. I’ve heard of the Yucatán Peninsula but not Merida itself. It’s so beautiful and there is so much culture!! I’m glad Kramer got to go on this adventure with you. Safe travels from Southern California 🌴💛👍🏼

[@chrisandsara]

Thanks for watching! If you make it back to the Yucatán, definitely visit Merida such a great city!

[@pepesmagazine]

I live in Mérida and I enjoyed your video, very nice.

[@chrisandsara]

Thank you very much!

[@carloshagar547]

Me encantó su video, gracias por visitar mi ciudad ❤

[@ervinslens]

Wow, this was edited and narrated so professionally! Love it !

[@chrisandsara]

Thank you so much!!

[@sylvegas]

the best part of the video was the dance! great old music we should have in every city of the world.

[@chrisandsara]

That was our favorite part, too!

[@turnleftrighthere2605]

Love this video 💚💚💚

[@Amna20127]

love this video

[@fernandozome1750]

Gracias Amigos !...Me encanta que puedes llevar a tu "Mascota Peluda" 🐕 a todas partes. My Dog was inseparable to me. So I would take "her" everywhere with me In the Bus and out the Bus, in CaboSanLucas, she was the nicest well behaved "family member" she was sweetheart .. I miss her 💜 . Love your Dog with all your heart , they are here with us for a short time. Thank you for sharing ! Nice video

[@StephandPete]

Old people dancing are the besssssst. Also give me all those meals. 😋 Hope y’all are having a great trip.

[@chrisandsara]

Yes they are!! Can’t wait to see you around town!

[@alfredobasurto4278]

excelentes contenidos, siempre sean bien venidos a Mexico!

[@chrisandsara]

Thank you!

[@LALew850]

I want to go back!😢

[@maryfreedom5]

Amazing video. Thank you 2

[@chrisandsara]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@meeples7599]

Definitely adding Mérida to the list!

[@chrisandsara]

You need to. We absolutely loved it!

[@ellao.2433]

Thanks for sharing. I can't wait to go to Merida!

[@chrisandsara]

It's beautiful! Have so much fun!!

[@brunnie]

Great quick look at Merida, a place I've not heard of before. Thank you for the adventure.

[@chrisandsara]

We think y’all would love it! Perfect base for some overlanding adventures!

[@wesgraham2262]

Very nicely-done guys. 😊

[@chrisandsara]

Thank you! We're heading back that way soon!

[@thepalerider5121]

Beautiful like always.Thanks.

[@chrisandsara]

Thank you so much!

[@horacioesparza-sanche331]

Nice video…gracias amigos

[@chrisandsara]

Thank you!

[@genaroignot1954]

Great video guys

[@chrisandsara]

Thanks so much!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Nice job showcasing Mérida. I am just putting the final touches on a ruin I bought in Centro. It will be a luxury Airbnb. I wish I’d known you before you visited. I would’ve hosted you and Frasier. Safe travels to Tulum.

[@georgeocampo4275]

Muy bonito tu vídeo 👏

[@chrisandsara]

Thank you!

[@wesgraham2262]

I lived in Merida for a few months. It’s beautiful, clean, fun and safe. Merida is a happy, friendly place. It’s also incredibly hot and humid. 🥵

[@chrisandsara]

We loved out time there. In fact we're about to head back!

[@heathertormey]

Love these behind-the-scenes looks at Mexico! Trying to convince my husband to spend next January in Mexico because I'm over the cold weather here in the Northeast haha.

[@chrisandsara]

You should definitely go to Mexico in the winter! It's the best time to visit. Highly recommend Mérida if you make it down to the Yucatán!

[@chrisandsara]

Thank you so much for your kind words Heather! Also, keep on trying to convince your husband. That’s why we came down we’re snowbirds at heart:)

[@WilliamBryanTucker]

SCUBA in that area is amazing. I've been to Cozumel several times over the decades. Friends and I took the ferry to Playa del Carmen, rented a Jeep and ran to Tulum - amazing place. Merida is on the bucket list for sure - along with a REAL pastor taco (or 10). Hope things have stabilized for you guys - you haven't missed much here in Middle TN, had a pretty good cold snap the last couple of days...but summer is definitely trying to take over. Enjoy!

[@chrisandsara]

I really want to get certified for scuba. I’ve heard it’s amazing to do down here!

[@McGrew100]

Merida was a very wealthy city in the 1800s. There are some fantastic old plantation homes in the countryside. I hope you get to see some. Nice video. Thank you.

[@matiascepeda5953]

Si, las haciendas son impresionantes cuanta historia desbordan desde caudillos hasta la clase obrera que se desempeñaba ahi.

[@genaroignot1954]

For the World!!

[@chrisandsara]

🙏

[@kingjayofdmv2081]

me and my homie talking about taking a group to Mexico i hope we come here looks so beautiful

[@chrisandsara]

You’ll have a great trip!

[@brandonleon4068]

You already know you're always welcome to México. Welcome now to one of the most hot cities in country 😂😂🌡️🌡️🌡️ also called the most "secure" maybe anyone is too overwhelmed by hot weather that left no energy for some malicious activities 😂😂😂 ❤️ Welcome, again! ❤️

[@chrisandsara]

😂😂😂 That comment about having no energy left made us lol! Thanks for watching and welcoming us back to Mexico, Brandon! It's so good to be here again.

[@adamgarey9807]

INDEED Chris and Sara! Thankyou for this NOD to our Parents as watching you both Dance at 6:00 Minutes IN is so sweet and Old School. Respect to our seniors as I turn61 in September!! Still this shows how you both grew up with HEARTS! And may Sara be holding you tight Chris! Very Emotional...Deep Thanks! Please Be Careful:) Nice Shots and you are both so Humble God Bless you and keep you Protected and allow more Creative and Wonderful Times for you Crazy Kids!

[@chrisandsara]

Thank you so much, Adam!!

[@adamgarey9807]

PS to Chris! Maybe it is just me but you look sincere as you really LISTEN to Sara! and You both have something very Special! LOVE! Your Music Beds even cause me (just missing a Significant Other that looks at me like that!)to get sentimental!! A little more Teary-eyed than I expected!!

[@chrisandsara]

😊Thanks so much, Adam! We really do love each other and getting to work together as a team. Making videos has been a really fun project for us to grow together. It's always nice when people appreciate what we're producing, so thank you!

[@genaroignot1954]

Nice music

[@chrisandsara]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@gringoviejo1935]

icymbi: Progresso is generally accepted as the approximate central point where the most important event in the development of modern terrestrial life occurred - the Chicxulub impact when an asteroid about 6 miles wide struck Earth 66 million years ago. this impact triggered the global mass extinction event (including the dinosaurs dying off) as the Cretaceous Period ended & Paleogene Period began: the Cretaceous - Paleogene boundary. that impact also caused the many cenotes in the area.

[@557Franklin]

Nice video! Merida, however, is way too hot & humid. Give me CDMX anytime, even during the rainy season. Have fun!

[@chrisandsara]

Everyone we talked to in Merida said "It just gets too hot here" 😂. We loved it though!

[@alexlehman3522]

Hi. I was born in Mérida and go there once or twice a year. Any issue shooting videos with the drone? Hope you enjoyed the visit

[@alexfranco3879]

Nice video

[@chrisandsara]

Thank you!!

[@aap-sr4yy]

HI, nice video... btw Merida is called the white city because, unlike all other cities in mexico, all houses in merida historically are painted in white... in Morelia, all pink colonial houses are pink "cantera"... etc.

[@manuelferreira400]

Bienvenido a méxico

[@chrisandsara]

¡Muchas gracias!

[@staryshock2000]

Wow, no esperaba verlos de nuevo después de su visita en la CDMX, pero q visiten mi hermosa península me sorprendió, ojalá comieran la tradicional cochinita, relleno, cazón y si visitan Campeche, será el toque de la corona! Saludos desde el estado vecino de campeche 👌

[@sharallmelton643]

Nice video also educational🩵

[@LALew850]

How did y’all get there and how did you take your dog? Where did y’all stay? What time of year? I went the end of October and it was hot hot hot! Loved it! But the heat! Wow be ready for extreme heat!

[@chrisandsara]

Hey there! We flew from Atlanta to Cancun then rented a car and drove to Mérida. We just visited Mérida a couple of weeks ago so we were there in mid April. :)

[@meatgravylard]

October is frigid compared to now, the hottest month..

[@darr1954]

I think it’s hot year around there!

[@hugocastilla3102]

October? Oh boy, you would hate to come around may😅

[@imwicked93]

Great video! Song name? 6:00

[@libertysdaddy1514]

Just was there in a Disney cruise booked an excursion and it was rushed mostly focused on food and not soo much the city what a bummer…

[@strongtowerman9661]

A world magical peaceful city surrounded by Mayan culture, haciendas, beaches, and cenotes

[@chrisandsara]

Agreed! ❤

[@kaylaandmarkalan]

$48 is such a great deal…especially comparing it to the Disney prices we’re used to paying! 😂

[@chrisandsara]

RIGHT?! I love Disney but dang, they do a number on the bank account. 😅 Forever jealous of y'all annual pass!

[@user-pq9vn8om2z]

Where did you stay while in Merida?

[@Peter-xq9tz]

Song name please 3:10 - 3:28 ?

[@chrisandsara]

Voila by Bardot the Bluebloods

[@raulmendoza418]

Safest city in Mexico

[@zareh805]

That dinner is $100 in the US.

[@quinnrivera5075]

Was there about 15 years ago. I loved Merida. But it was HOT!!!!

[@chrisandsara]

Haha! It definitely is hot! We completely forgot to mention that in the video, but I'm guessing most can tell since we were pretty sweaty a lot of the video. 😅

[@gloriaortiz1227]

Am I wrong by saying that Merida kind of reminds me of new Orleans?

[@chrisandsara]

Oh that's funny! We didn't get that vibe as much but we haven't spent a ton of time in New Orleans

[@tt-du6vc]

Yes, the weather is alike.

[@danspahr9]

I hope you saved a day for Chichen Itza. You’ll be glad you did. 😊

[@chrisandsara]

Absolutely!

[@acajudi100]

Watch scammers trying to charge you about Merida etc., and they just got there. It was too hot for me in 1962. Acapulco was the best, but earthquakes were the deal breakers, so I retired to Queretaro in 2021 at 79.

[@chrisandsara]

🙏

[@jerryvaldez1176]

You’re saying Merida wrong 🙈🙈 it sounds like you’re saying crap 💩 🙈I give you tons of credit you’re trying your best I love you guys stay safe🙌🏼 ENJOY MY BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY MEXICO 🇲🇽

[@chrisandsara]

Trying our best!

[@monteroherreraguillermoant8849]

Pelana no sabía q vinieron :c

[@chrisandsara]

Nope

[@jimig.r.h.4121]

The reason the locals tell you not to go there is because they don’t want tourist there because then the values goes up and it get to expensive. I think ya already knew that. And please encourage for gringos and Europeans to pay more instead off taking advantage. Thank you

[@chrisandsara]

I hear your point. Never did we encourage anyone to move to Mérida though. I will say though that calling people gringos comes off as aggressive and truthfully it'll be hard for those interested in moving to Mérida to hear your point of view if you speak to them that way. It's always best to treat others with the same respect you wish to receive. ❤

[@hugocastilla3102]

​@@chrisandsara"gringos" isn't exactly an ofensive word. Is just a short way to say "estadounidenses"

[@J.L-]

It is really funny that all this type of chanel just hsve videos of Merida and of course Cancun. México its more but more than Cancun. Even most beautiful and increíble places that Cancun in other parts of México

[@chrisandsara]

We have videos from our time in Mexico City as well

[@J.L-]

@@chrisandsara yeah Mexico City and Cancun. Once again, you can visit more incredible places in Mexico that Mexico city and Cancun for instance in Chiapas, Oaxaca, san Luis Potosí, Jalisco. I mean I know that Mexico city and Cancun is the most popular but just that. You can find most beautiful places in Mexico or Mexico city and Cancun are not the only places that you can visit

[@J.L-]

@@chrisandsara for your next trip to Mexico you should investigate other options in Mexico. Believe me, there are many many other options as beautiful and interesting as Mexico city or Cancun.

[@gm-qn8ri]

That was funny .These people are never going to need hip replacement's .Merida is beautiful but I couldn't live there do to the very high humidity.I don't mind the heat so much but I'm not a fan of high humidity.I prefer a colonial city high up in the mountains with cool weather .I think Merida would be a great place to visit in the cooler months.

[@chrisandsara]

We'd love to visit more of the cities in the mountains! The only one we've been to so far is Mexico City and we'd love to visit some smaller ones. Mérida is certainly a great place to escape to during the cooler months! :)

[@thealternativecontrarian9936]

so you didn't have any Mayan chocolate, eh? Too bad. It's the best I have ever had.

[@barbcroft59]

Just a note! The display in front of the cathedral at night is NOT Inca as you said but it is a Maya "game" you need to do some research on Merida! I live just 20 mins outside of Merida. It is a wonderful place - just do some research!!

[@chrisandsara]

Hi Barb, thanks for watching, but we never once called in Incan so I'm not sure where you thought you heard that. We certainly did lots of research ahead of time and learned a lot about Mérida and its history.😊

[@diatribe1194]

SAY "MEDIDA"

[@chrisandsara]

We will!!!

[@jorgelzorro33]

Is too hot and humid.

[@VoltConker]

no, the white city is bc in Yucatan we have the Guerra de Castas, basically Mexican criollos and mestizos vs Mayas or white vs natives, and Mayas never conquered Merida, so the white city is bc Mérida never fall against mayans

[@chrisandsara]

Good to know!

[@wesgraham2262]

If you simply learn how to say the vowels, A E I O U in Spanish then you will know how to say any word correctly in Spanish. Unlike English there is only one way so say those vowels in Spanish. They never change.

[@chrisandsara]

Thanks for the tip!

[@isidro2940]

It is cana old tu said this does not look like Mexico monterrey does not look like Mexico cancun does not look like Mexico queretaro does not look like Mexico well what Mexico is supposed to look like cactus 🌵 and Sombreros so what is the rest of the world supposed to look like country's change every thing that is in side usa 🇺🇸 is usa every thing that is in side Canada 🇨🇦 is Canada and every thing that is inside Mexico 🇲🇽 is Mexico all 3 country's have many different types of people and places sorry the TV didn't tell you that

[@JorgePerez-ov6jb]

Es la Capital del mundo