Dallas to Mexico Driving - This Guy Made the Drive to Merida Twice and Has Tips to Keep You Safe

[@htcphone8651]

That's my uncle!! I'm so proud!! I got my passport the minute he left.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Your Uncle is a cool dude :)

[@htcphone8651]

Thank you. He really is.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

@@htcphone8651 You're welcome.

[@jonathancasas2277]

Hi, I know this vid is a couple of years old, but really enjoyed it! Is there a way to get in contact with Robert about his experience and advice?

[@probrinzine]

My husband, fur baby and I moved to Merida on October 1st. He's retired and I work from home in Logistics. We sold EVERYTHING and made the move. Living in Centro and loving it. Great interview

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Thank u for watching! How are you liking it here?

[@probrinzine]

We love it. That defensive living horse was dead but the US wouldn't stop beating it. This is our first time traveling out of the States.....should have done it sooner. Love your videos. Keep up the great work

[@robertalexander2478]

Is a beautiful 2BR possible for $500 in Centro?

[@mexicanboy92840]

I work from home and am also thinking about moving to Merida. Are hurricanes and power outages an issue? I can't afford to be without power even 1 day due to my job.

[@gatheringmoss5726]

Driving to Mexico starts at 14:00, but this is a great video all the way through with practical tips for the drive and everyday living. For example, none of the other videos I've watched, so far, have mentioned the little things like mattresses and water pressure.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Glad it was helpful. Thank u for watching!

[@JamieCobat-ti8kq]

I love this . We drove from Oregon to Lake Chapala then clear down to Puerto Vallarta then to Mazlan we drove around for four weeks. We’re moving there soon, but not there. We’re moving where you guys are. We may need your help.

[@daviddurango9562]

I felt like such a connection with you as you were telling your driving through Mexico story. Big thumbs up to you.👍

[@BloomingRose60]

😅 Truckers Nation...

[@lexinthebox]

That’s my daddy!!❤️❤️🥰

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

:)

[@enyahargett4897]

Beautifully put, “you got to let your mind and body change to the culture” totally agree!!!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Absolutely!

[@coneal1523]

I have enjoyed watching you two gentlemen chit-chat 😊

[@sherreeamor]

Flex hat! Looove it. I will remember that

[@angelalong2545]

Wow!!!! This is right on time! I was literally looking up if I could drive to Merida from here. Lol. Thx for the amazing content. Very helpful

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

You are most welcome ma'am!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

I appreciate you watching. If you haven't subscribed to the channel, do that now ... Lots more content coming!

[@ReginaldLCurry23]

I'm in the Dallas area, now. Makes me want to consider that drive!

[@CaliButler]

Great interview. Very helpful. I will be moving to Mexico in 4 months. Thank you. Keep up the great content

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching. You'll love it here!

[@CaliButler]

@@MoveAbroadandThrive Thank you very much. I know I will.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

@@CaliButler :)

[@daviddurango9562]

The way I look at it, if you move somewhere different, you have to promise yourself to do 3 years. I did that going from Michigan to Florida and ended up there for ten years. I'm ready to do this.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Come on. We waiting for u 🔥🔥🔥

[@blasdelagarza5292]

Great interview...thank you gentlemen! Merida is a great place to be!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Our pleasure!

[@tasharhodes8969]

Are there good docs there?

[@Sheilas_empty_nest]

15 years ago my family and I drove down to Campeche (a neighboring state to Yucatan) from Omaha, Nebraska. It was me and my two kids, my husband at the time, his brother, and two of his kids all in an Extended Cab F-150. The back of our truck was full of our luggage plus clothing and gifts for our family that live in Campeche and parts for my father-in-law's truck that he could not find down there. We did not have any problems driving down, besides the occasional horrible road. I love road trips so I was in heaven! We drove down the coast and the scenery was amazing! I'm planning on moving down to Merida in a couple of years. I need to build up my business so I can run it remotely from down there and just fly back up to the United States a couple of times a year. I don't know what the used book stores are like in Merida, but on my original trip I brought a couple dozen books with me to read while I was there. I plan on doing the same when I move down for good. I will be driving down again because I will be bringing my dog with me and no way am I leaving my favorite kitchen toys in the United States LOL

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Wow. That’s awesome. I do mix my vitamix!

[@gidgetteahmad8741]

Loved the interview. I do have a few questions. When crossing the border with your car loaded down, did they go through your things? Did you have to have a list of all that you packed and the monetary value? Also, when staying at the hotels, did you unload your car and bring everything inside? And the final questions..Do you recall how much you spent in tolls once you hit Mexico? Which border did you use to cross into Mexico? My research is showing Laredo-Colombia border as the safest.

[@dianacook6337]

I missed this video. I’m so glad I stumbled on it because we will be driving soon to Merida with our 2 dogs, and a small enclosed utility trailer with some of our belongings. We noticed when we went shopping for household goods in Merida they don’t have Keurig coffee makers there but they do have the Nepresso. We have both of those coffee makers we will bring with us. Robert, few years ago we bought the plastic k cups because we like our favorite coffees. And Merida has great coffee imo. This video was very helpful. Thank you Robert. Thanks again Cartess and Robert.

[@jorgealbertogarzagarza9341]

Great interview and Robert is very nice; you know what? Im Mexican and I my parents always teached me about be respectful about other peoples time; so be ALWAYS in time for a meeting ot whatever; actually be there at least 5 minutes before the hour; I dont know what happened in the last years,

[@Aliciam139]

This video is highly relatable and offers pertinent information to those seriously inquiring about moving there. Thanks for sharing! We are definitely looking That way

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Glad it was helpful! THank u

[@reginaldlively3055]

Hey Robert enjoyed the video and information. Best wishes to you and your family. Reggie

[@slowlifetrading2312]

Thank you for watching.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@lorenacuevasduarte]

Actually cold showers do good to the lymphatic system. Excellent video, thanks 🙏👍👍👍

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

No problemo :)

[@swrdzman8]

Ive made the drive from Abq,Nm recently .. Lots of stories.. I would definitely do it again!!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

That's awesome!

[@rociofavela8331]

Omg love pollo Feliz!!! Its been years since I have been to México. I can't wait to live out there. Thank you for the videos so helpful.

[@RENAissanceofConsciousness]

I am planning for this move currently your videos are so helpful. I cant wait!!

[@darlawarren1018]

Great interview. Would love see a follow up/part 2, with his wife for the details about driving. Import fees for you car, for example. I recently found out there is a special Apostille certification required for your US Birth Certificate to be recognized internationally, for certain transactions. More details about tolls and hotels and money. Thanks.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Thanks for watching ... When we go on the fishing trip, I'll bring those questions up. His wife didn't want to go on camera :)

[@wendelljenkins2948]

I agree I 2 am thinking about relocating/expat for my birthday and Im thinking about Veracruz Mexico.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

@@wendelljenkins2948 I hear Veracruz is nice!

[@beverlyb6391]

Thanks after this video I'm to feeling more comfortable with the plans in my head. Got to set my look/see visit soon. I want to drive from Orange County, So Cal to bring my can't leave behinds including my art, music albums/speakers; art supplies; jewelry making; clothing, shoes, etc.

[@sherreeamor]

We drove from south Florida and back. We planning to make the trip again very soon

[@jackieturner4629]

Really enjoyed this although I have no interest in driving. LOL! But there were so many other helpful nuggets. Found you on Brothers and Sisters of Merida on Facebook. I'm retired and will be in Merida this weekend to complete my temporary residency visa. Good to hear there's a Christian Church in Centro. Great content as usual. Thanks! 🙏

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

I'm glad you enjoyed it and I'm thankful for you watching. Thanks a million! If you need anything while you're here let me know!

[@jackieturner4629]

Thanks! Will send you a friend request!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

@@jackieturner4629 Gracias

[@bobbylee6086]

Where does Robert live? Is it easy to find an apartment? Need abig 1 bedroom or a 2 bedroom ground floor...also she is partially handicapped due to a stroke. Is it handicapped friendly. Thank you so much. Bob

[@lolasvow3732]

Loved this. I’m thinking about moving to Mexico…. So this helped me with the driving my car down situation.

[@kemp13]

Outstanding video, very informative

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Glad you liked it!

[@zagwag9072]

Awesome vid... Can't wait to be living in Mexico... 👍

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Thank u! You'll love it here!

[@kiashaw]

This definitely gives me an idea about the drive because we are not that far from Richardson, thanks for the video!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Perfecto.

[@pof5559]

Great interview...keep them coming! #1LUV

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Thanks for watching!!!

[@trudybusby6048]

Thanks for this video, I'm seriously looking at this option now. Do you think Robert would mind sharing the exact safe places his wife booked for his stays during his drive? Also would like to know if there are fees & how much to pay to cross the border and if there are fees to drive your vehicle in Merida?

[@tasharhodes8969]

I'm coming solo. The only thing I worry about is the cartels at the border. Is that a problem?

[@tasharhodes8969]

I live in Florida and it's hot & humid. Hate it. How do I find a decent apartment/house?

[@Nightbird.]

@@tasharhodes8969 I've never heard or seen anything about the cartels at the borders. But it's hotter and more humid in Merida than Florida and Texas. And it's hot most of the year. So if you hate the heat like I do don't move there and find a cooler area in MX. But if you plan on staying inside in air conditioning most of the time then Merida is truly the safest and greatest city in all of MX. As for real estate..just use google and type in "Merida Yucatan real estate" or something similar. Good luck!

[@gloriacurrie4046]

🤣🤣 It takes time to get used to " Manana" it can mean tomorrow or months. I live in Playas de Tijuana Mexico ❤️ and I had remember that Manana can mean any time frame🤷🏾‍♀️

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Now it all makes sense, lol

[@ChasExplorz]

I didn't know months was mañana....i lived in playas de Tijuana for a year. I would totally retire there. I miss listening to the ocean at night. 2 bd $450 per month

[@postalsolutions]

Loving your videos and content, just stumbled across you and enjoying tremendously. I have subscribed for sure. Driving to Los Cabos from Raleigh, NC next year.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Wow ... u driving too? Awesome... Glad to have you on as a subscriber.

[@mikkey8590]

I’m planning to drive to Merida from Raleigh as well..how did it go for you?

[@robertalexander2478]

I love this, Thankyou my brothers, you are a wealth of information, so many points, it was like you took the words right out of my mouth! I’m sick and tired of overpaying, the pace and the politrikkks, May God bless me to meet you soon! Thankyou!!!

[@imnosheeple]

Great internet!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Thanks for watching!

[@elipinked]

Great interview! If you liked pollo feliz, then you should definitely try Pollo Brujo ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Really? I'll check it out TODAY!!! LOL

[@brendahickman9730]

Great interview! Hello Bro Ferrell 👋

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Hey, thanks for watching!

[@slowlifetrading2312]

Thank you for watching and tell the family hello for me.

[@gabriellehollis9081]

Great info!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kevinwilliams8033]

Good work man

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Muchas gracias. Thanks for watching. Make sure to subscribe for more upcoming content.

[@ontheseas12]

Learning about the culture before making the move is a must do. One of the places on my list

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

@@ontheseas12 Yes ... Absolutely.

[@daviddurango9562]

When I was living in south Florida, I got to where I could keep my air conditioning thermostat set at 79 degrees, and it felt plenty comfortable along with a few fans blowing. Just to get the humidity out of the air is the biggest thing as far as comfort. Big cyclist here.... I rode in the heat of south Florida and hope to do the same thing in Merida.

[@mikegustavsson6923]

Great interview. Me and my wife is retiring next year and plan to move down.

[@laurenashley4990]

Very informative video. Can't wait to visit. Miss you guys! ❤

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Thank you for watching!

[@ShepherdGGross]

Man you guys have me leaning towards Merida!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

If u can manage the heat, you'll love it.

[@stcroixlover1]

Great interview. Thanks for the info re the drive from Dallas to Merida. We live in Dallas and were considering bringing our car.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

You’re welcome

[@beautifullove6198]

I am grateful for the information thank you

[@KappaMan69]

Good Content - Bruh

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Thank u for watching. Appreciate it

[@richardhowe5583]

Thanks for a great and interesting video.. does your guest have a KZbin channel? Do you have to have a special insurance to enter Mexico from the United States on your automobile? Thanks

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

No special insurance to enter Mexico. Here’s a link to Robert’s channel: m.kzbin.info/door/lQY0Mm7GNVQi37p66eavOg

[@keith6743]

great video... good info want to drive myself... BTW I see someone has come down.. hope all is going well

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Thanks for watching!

[@rochellebassarear9078]

you guys make me so excited to move there. I fell in love with it just doing the research. I fell even more in love with it when i visited last April. And all your videos and other youtuber videos I watch make me sooo anxious to get there. Should be there in about March, 2022. I live in LA, CA, and I would rate it about a 5.. but can't wait to get somewhere I know will rate up there around 11. There's so much to do, a more relaxed ,less stressful way of life, more affordable and great people that I've been meeting online prior to going. But can't wait to meet them and new people in person. Just curious, where is the movie theater there?

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

You're gonna love it!!! the vast majority of movie theaters are inside the mall (me and my two daughters went and watched a new release: $6.99 for all 3 of us and the movie was in English).

[@rolandhandy9030]

Great video

[@jorgealbertogarzagarza9341]

Told Robert I live in N Laredo, so they were here when they drove all around to Merida

[@sherreeamor]

Lol I love that your daughter could be in the back n life is going on n you can still work ❤

[@globalgogetter4469]

Great interview. Lots of good info. Thanks brothas!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@atlbunnie]

I really enjoyed this video!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@josiewahl1204]

Great information. Thank you. 😊

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Thanks for watching, I appreciate it!!

[@jvahl8747]

Can he go back to Dallas and drive with me & pets??? That's a LONG drive for this grandma 🐈🐾

[@tinamama6954]

Aww..this can be very helpful if possible!

[@tinamama6954]

Great interview 😊..since he drove from Texas 🇺🇸,did he get car insurance coverage and registration from US or it's not required in Mexico?

[@mariettajackman2939]

This video was great, it answered a lot of my questions I had, I live in the Dallas area and will be moving there sometime this summer and I never thought about driving not sure I will because I’m by myself and not sure it’ll be safe for a woman, but I just keep thinking 🤔 I could bring so much more with me, Lol! Merida see you soon!!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

I've met quite a few women who made that drive alone ... If you feel you can deal with the time it takes to drive, don't hesitate.

[@tutorialyoni7862]

He drove from Texas to merida.?oh shit I bet that was fuckin fun..much love

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

He did it twice lol

[@mschurchgurl]

Great video! I taught English in the Middle East for a few years. I would love to move back, but it's just so far from family in the states I'm definitely going to visit Mexico to see how I like it.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Come visit us

[@cynthiapettiford2030]

Great interview and helpful information. I plan on driving my car to Merida after I sell my house this year.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Wonderful... Come on down :)

[@riro1177]

K Cups not being there is good, less waste.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

:)

[@GregGreen-e8l]

What neighbourhood of Merida do you two guys live in?? Sounds like a great location.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

I’m currently in Montes de Ame and Robert is in Bugambilias (about 6 minutes apart)

[@nelliehyder8303]

❤😊😊😅

[@danlarsen9277]

Did you register your USA car in Merida. ? I am doing research on my own move there and want to drive my truck down and keep it there. Thanks

[@ChasExplorz]

There's nothing better than grilled chicken from Mexico!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

:)

[@kuwells7207]

I’m planning a drive and I could use a mentor to make it from Las Vegas Nevada to Playa del Carmen

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Wow

[@HBCUSLNetwork]

We'd love to have you come talk to our followers about being Black and moving abroad.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Hey ... I'm interested. Let me know when. Sorry for delay, been making my way down the comments little by little.

[@LOREANN-NAVARRO]

I’m trying to find a church family before I move there, I’m Mexican habló español also, but my daughter speaks only English and very little Spanish, we need to make friends so we feel more comfortable and not feel alone, saludos from Arkansas !🤗

[@LoveBeingBrowne]

I'd like to know the safe route or places he stopped. I am think or driving from Merida to Mexico City. We leave out on the 3rd. I'd like to know some safe spots bc I can't to drive to long the road makes me sleepy.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

I'll see what i can find out.

[@suzannehuggins2674]

@@MoveAbroadandThrive Please let us know. I'm definitely interested in the safest driving options. Great video.

[@mexicanboy92840]

I work from home and am contemplating moving there. Are hurricaes and power outages an issue?

[@brandfactorymedia]

I could never do cold showers. My hot shower is like folks coffee in the morning. 😆😂😆 Is this something that can not be adjusted?

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Many places do have hot showers. Before renting, you just gotta ask about it before u sign that lease.

[@sherreeamor]

It was safe for me. I drove alone with my daughter

[@tinamama6954]

Wow brave woman! 😊❤❤❤

[@tonypalomino4253]

I would love to go deep Sea fishing with these two brothers

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Come on through :)

[@ShepherdGGross]

Fellas can a brotha get a haircut down there? My wife and I are considering 3 options. Cancun, Merida or Playa Del Carmen.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

U can find spots to get a haircut for sure. Dig deeper into Cancun and Playa Del Carmen. I've been hearing a lot of chatter about the uptick in violence and an issue with the beaches in Playa with seaweed/moss (or something ... I could be wrong). But investigate and jump in the groups to hear what others living there are saying).

[@ubaldoperez1539]

What about schooling for the kids

[@comrade916]

Mani and Pedi are latin stems.. Mani meaning hand and pedi meaning foot.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Ahhh haaa ...

[@niv-hardzen]

I met people living in Yucatan for 20 years and they do not speak Spanish... I do not understand how they did it, but they did it.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Makes no sense to me either. I would think one would learn Spanish through osmosis if they're here for 20 years 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@gatheringmoss5726]

Perhaps the rating by the woman from CA was a rating of her level of happiness, rather than a rating of life in a place.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Absolutely.

[@kiashaw]

Wait are the movies in english???

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Yes. In English. Gotta love it :)

[@Mexicobeanpole]

Hollywood baby!

[@cpeeps430]

Hola, seems like the mattresses here are Hard, Harder and Hardest. I'm glad. I like a firm mattress.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Mine is okay ... I should have spent a few more dollars and got a better one... Hopefully it'll last for the 1-year lease!

[@fawnbarajas]

Y’all look like Bro’s !!

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

😊😊😊

[@OLMEQ]

AAA is you friend ...

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Welcome :)

[@moi20003]

Good information. I'm thinking I want to drive from The US to Oaxaca or Merida. I want to bring my car, It will be very soon.

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Plenty people are driving. Its doable

[@josephsiddall7982]

Can you help me with finding work there?

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Without a work visa (or company sponsoring you), you can't work here. Most foreigners here have income coming from retirement/pensions, work remotely, own their own business. Remote work is an option for you.

[@jvahl8747]

Did he have to pay import tax on all the things he brought into Mexico??? Import tax on car? Mexican insurance on car?

[@beachlife6628]

Okay bro the real question is what happened to your wife ???

[@MoveAbroadandThrive]

Did u see walk by in the video?

[@andreawisner7358]

Tangerine Travels has become a crazy right-winger channel since they broke up.

[@IggySky]

Stop being old men and take a Spanish course...How smart is that, that you go into a different country and dont learn that language..Honsetly. what you doing with all that time.? watching TV ...Come on now....Just makes no sense..haha thanks for the video...