Discover La Paz: The Ultimate Budget-friendly Mexican Beach Paradise

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[@EarthAngel1111x]

Hi Mariana😊🎉what is included in the MRG? Aside from information needed to relocate....I'm wondering if just the basic steps in order to make the move & in wht order shd those steps be taken are included? Please 🙏 and ThankYou BlessedBe 🌹

[@leebailey7530]

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[@rudyrissone4298]

I went Fishing out of LA Paz in May and the Darodo were Just showing up. So I was happy with Yellow Tail. Mt Hotel was Fantastic, food Supper. , temperature just getting hot. My problem is the Dollar going to Inflate 20% a year, my SS not going make it. Canada didn't want my $20.00 bill to buy gas. Took my credit card.

[@Stephan2P]

I will say this...of all the beaches I've been to, I have to say that the beaches in the La Paz area are one of the most stunning & breathtaking beaches I've been to. It's like being in an aquarium. The fish come to you. A snorkeler's delight. And the water is pristine, clear. Never seen anything like it.

[@ramglick]

Moved here last November and I love it. There are pros and cons like any other destination, and La Paz (and the surrounding) will not be a good fit for everyone. Don't move, unless you have experienced it beforehand, so visit for a few months in the winter and a few months in summer, and you will have all the answers you need.

[@maryanndenis7434]

As someone that has lived in La Paz for the last 2 years I would take most of the information in this video with a grain of salt. La Paz is a wonderful city on the Bay of La Paz, it doesn't have the resorts of Cabo, so it is quieter and it is also one of the top 10 safest cities in Mexico. But it also has its' problems. Being a desert location, it is hot during the summer months (temperatures reach 40C, over 100F on a daily basis for 4 months), there is also water scarcity, this year La Paz received 17mm of rain (that is less than 1/2 inch). Another issue with being a desert and on the Baja Peninsula very little food is grown here and there is virtually no industry so everything is shipped from the mainland of Mexico, this adds to the cost of goods. La Paz is actually expensive in comparison to locations on the mainland of Mexico. The rental and housing sale markets are both high as well. I suppose all of this is relative depending on where you are coming from. Also La Paz has an air pollution problem as this is where almost all the electricity is generated for Baja California Sur. Come and make your own decisions but I am just putting it out there. La Paz has a way at pulling at the heart strings.

[@Gringojrf]

There really are two economies here in La Paz. Tourists and ex-pats vs. locals. I think the video does a fairly good job of addressing the first group. It does not even touch on the second group. For example, the typical Mexican house is around 1,000 sf give or take a couple of hundred. And can be rented long-term (usually unfurnished) for around 5,000 pesos a month. I live south of town and can drive from my home to El Centro in 20 minutes most of the time, although rush hour gets worse every year. So, if you live like a local, and many of us do, then you can easily live here on a US SSA check.

[@jimschmidt8399]

What vehicle do you drive? Want to bring my 1983 dodge pickup when I retire.

[@suavecitorobot3070]

5000?no es verdad yo rento un pequeño departamento en mucho más

[@300rivers4]

This is going to be incredible! That's a beautiful place.

[@randyhilton6629]

Spent about 3 months there last winter and really liked it. It is a bit more expensive than Mazatlan, but quieter. More laid back.

[@danielthomas-x1j]

yes I like La Paz, I'm not a party person. My kind of beach community!!!

[@laurasalazar-wicker3229]

I just returned from a one month stay in La Paz and your perspective is very much on point! Bien hecho! 😊😊😊

[@juleemcclelland974]

Beautiful video! All I’m going to say is everything is relative. Everyone has a different perspective. We try to be grateful for all we have and do our best to care for the locals and not complicate their lives. Mexico, as with EVERYWHERE in the world, is ever-changing and there are many variables that impact those changes. 😊

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Thanks to the wonderful Alexa for putting it together :) And you're right, everyone has their unique perspective that is why we encourage everyone to visit before deciding - saludos

[@julietillinghast6971]

FYI, currently there are no international flights for USA or Canada into La Paz airport. 2. the average prices to live in La Paz are much more than what is stated in this video since the pandemic. Real estate prices have skyrocketed recently making it difficult for the locals to afford property. 😢 3. It’s steamy humid in the summer, otherwise yes, it’s a dry climate. Our CFE bill was $300+ US for 2 months in the summer, and we only ran one mini split at a time :-( Otherwise, beautiful video. I like that you encourage us to shop local. 😊

[@nojalexander864]

RIch bought all property in Florida and ruined it, so moved onto Mexico and started there.

[@adriancampos3112]

You’d have to fly into Tijuana and then fly to La Paz

[@julietillinghast6971]

Correct 👍🏼

[@bigpapa870]

Alaska airlines starting non-stop los angeles - la paz in November 👍🏻

[@MrTomherzog]

Thank's so much, Mariana. I really appreciate how you provide the full range of information; you don't simply give a "sugar coated" version of all the good things. I know one big mistake I have made in relocating is to just focus on the positive and then I'm very disappointed when the liabilities or negative aspects burst my overly optimistic (pie in the sky) balloon. When I moved to Ensenada I was thrilled by how inexpensive the rent was; but then I learned the hard way that the cost of water and utilities almost canceled out the low rent! Low water and utillity costs are so taken for granted in most of the United States that many of us (at least me, I should speak for myself) don't even consider the costs of such things before we make the commitment to move! Then when we learn how expensive they are it's like a metaphorical slap in the face!

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mexicanodecorazon1697]

Mexico is great!

[@gustavoperez5480]

Para los gringos que viven en México y pueden pagar rentas caras.

[@CreativeBusinessFinance]

I have been coming here every winter in my RV from the USA and love the area. Campestre Maranatha is where I stay in Chametla and I also love La Ventana for snorkeling and getting out of the city. I plan to spend every winter here as long as I can, though the drive from Arizona is not the easiest.

[@juliam.2971]

On my list of places to visit soon. Why is it not advisable to swim in the beach along the malecon ?

[@ufosrus]

Muy bien expuesto y me agrada que está narrado por una mexicana. Gracias por la información.

[@garo52]

These are great videos!! So valuable !! Gracias 🎉🎉

[@thepunadude]

SEEMS LA PAZ HAS GROWN UP, LIVED THERE 35YRS AGO, THEN BUILT IN CABO, WITH A REPLICA OF THE LA PAZ LIGHTHOUSE!

[@cindyk3076]

Mariana, you gave us a lot of information in this video, well done! It's good to know that it isn't very humid there, but the heat, at least for a while (I have heard) can be oppressive at times. Great introduction to La Paz!

[@eleratalks]

I really enjoyed the video Muchas gracias

[@davidowens1424]

Wife and I loved visiting La Paz. It's high on our list of places to move to

[@puravidadew7031]

Personally, after two years here, I can’t wait to get the hell out of here. I’m sure it’s great for those people who have another home to go to during the summer. But if you don’t, it is way too hot here. Up to 95-100° or more every single day.

[@josephgarcia2979]

I enjoy visiting during the months of November thru March/April, but I don't think I can handle the heat during the remainder of the months.

[@karlaelvis9815]

I live in southern Nevada...that's normal for us

[@georgecalvo4990]

thank you great video with important information .

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

You're welcome! I'm glad you found it helpful. We also cover a lot of great information on our blog- mexicorelocationguide.com/blog/ And you can search our site also 😀

[@pacifico4268]

Do not be fooled, the heat from late May until mid October is no joke. Most people, tourists and locals, make a serious effort to stay out of the sun. During this period it's often in the 80's at sunrise. I'm not saying it's a deal killer, but it's something to be very aware of

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

You’re right, it's definitely hot! But that’s all personal preference

[@karlaelvis9815]

80 at sunrise, but what is the high for the day? 80 is fine with me....top out at 100 is also good

[@pacifico4268]

@@karlaelvis9815 It tops out around 100 everyday guaranteed, but the real killer is the UV level. I'm not being dramatic, most people who are outside wear UV clothing that covers up as much as possible. Anyways it's a great place, just damned hot

[@juanlopez1973]

Good tips on LA PAZ!

[@RobertIsaacson-hi9sz]

It's one of our favorite places to visit. But it's too expensive to live there.

[@Arrce_Ideas]

I am local Is true

[@danielrothe3902]

Hello, at the end of this video there was this guy kyaking and the water was crystal clear wear is this beach and town ?

[@skr2824]

Playa Balandra in La Paz Baja California

[@bigpapa870]

​@@skr2824Baja California Sur*

[@tobiasrex2869]

i live well with 500 dollars a month here in la paz

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

That's great Tobias! Thanks for your feedback

[@shiningoutlight]

Tell me how you do that. I am considering living in La Paz . I have 1,200/mo. Do you know someone who can help me find a place?

[@JoseReyes-lm5ru]

Folks if you want to move to Mexico look for places that the rental is cheap, if you go to the tourist places rentals are High

[@MexicoRelocationGuide]

Def moving to a touristic city will increase your cost of living. Thanks for watching

[@luisalejandroperez1462]

@@JoseReyes-lm5ru qué lugares recomiendas para irse a vivir y que no sea tan caro? Me interesa la información. Busco un lugar con playa pero acepto otras ciudades.

[@truestory923]

Having been to la Paz a few times, I'll attest that it's expensive... Food can be More expensive than Canada for many things. And, although these videos give great information, I'd say in San Jose del Cabo does Not have English speakers unless you're staying in a big hotel. And again, it's expensive!! And, in the real city away from the tourist areas, it's super dirty with garbage all over the roads. It's México, I know... But, still surprising considering the amount of money that comes into that area.

[@catobie1948]

How is the water situation there?

[@CreativeBusinessFinance]

The aguapurificados are generally 18 pesos for 5 gallon garafone and I recommend alcalina

[@sohns-matthews68]

@@CreativeBusinessFinance yes, but isn't there a water shortage?

[@alekuije9198]

Soon, in the medium term, water will be scarce, starting with the capes ( Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo). The water in La Paz is contaminated with heavy metals, the current filters at the municipal treatment plant are not capable of cleaning the water even 50%. The area and towns to the north of the city, in Chametla and The Centenary, the water is poison, causing cancer due to contamination of the groundwater or the exploitation of the La Roca Fosforica mine in San Juan de la Costa. The government hides it and lies to the population, it does not report cancer deaths caused by water contamination.

[@pinky-xt1mc]

Dear, thank you for sharing I enjoyed this video very much 💜👍

[@cylon5741]

Great video, but I wish you would have included driving down the peninsula and more about bicycling/scootering as forms of transportation, e.g., are the bike lanes only along the Malecon? Thanks!

[@bigpapa870]

There are some other major streets with bicycle line but if I'm honest and you enjoy been live, don't risk going in bike with the way people drive in here

[@cylon5741]

@@bigpapa870 Thank you for the frank advice.

[@bigpapa870]

@@cylon5741 i mean, for the heat and the risk, absolubtely NO for transportation, but for fun and sport, absolubtly yes especially in the malecón area there are pretty nice bike paths

[@RobertEnleed]

In La Paz, do they have street food chop that sells budget meat for food to eat?

[@0l1ve01l]

Are there good/safe RV places?

[@MrDarilon23]

Yes, but outside the city. Maranatha RV park out in Chametla is great.

[@danielrothe3902]

Is there water sports like jet skiing or reefs to snorkel in ?

[@alekuije9198]

I don't recommend it, at least not in the hotel area of ​​the malecon. Hotels discharge sewage and wastewater into the sea, violating regulations under the auspices of the corrupt government of La Paz. Tourists don't know this and practice water sports and swim in the bay. We locals never even put our feet on the beach along the boardwalk. It is more advisable to do it after the Coromuel water park or even beyond La Concha beach. Greetings.

[@jessemoore7030]

whyj nothing about apartments?

[@jessemoore7030]

I was very diapointed with this vidwewo. I am seriously looking into moving to La Paz from san Miguel de Allende. I am trying to understand the cost of living there. Never once did you mention the word "Apartment." I neither want nor need a house. It's just me and my cat. Do you have another video that describes the cost of renting an apartment. I am budget conscious.

[@suavecitorobot3070]

Un departamento va de 6 a 8 mil mensual amueblado

[@irvinnorris7041]

I am planning to moving to Mexico before 2025 from las vegas. We should be roommates i have 3 cats . 1 indoor 2 outdoor

[@4sername]

@@suavecitorobot3070 no creo que te entiende este wey, su nombre es estadounidense, pero quizá

[@nojalexander864]

Merida is much better, and cheaper since on mainland. Drought, high cost of living, and rich have bought up all the good property in La Paz and Cabo.

[@MariE-go7ol]

I agree plus higher chance of Tsunami and no where to go. It would be a grid lock for any natural disaster.

[@bigpapa870]

Merida is hot all year long and is humid all year long, awful, no thanks.

[@silvachifla]

Traffic is awful, hate it. No public transit, and local government is corrupt AF

[@16Physche]

Try Loreto, I hate traffic too

[@suavecitorobot3070]

Poca agua