Living in Mexico is Simply Better than Living in the USA 🇲🇽🇺🇸

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

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[@JuanMoreno-wo5yb]

Hey Jose: I hang out alone at the ice cream place. Maybe a gal will stop and talk with me?!? Some I have seen around and they say hola, cómo estás?? One smiled and said “adios.” I wonder sometimes about that word. When I pass some shops and people say “adios” it is almost like the don’t want to be interrupted and just want you to keep passing by without stopping to talk. I can get going to much and talk more than they want to listen maybe. They just don’t know that I am trying to “stay awesome.” ❤😂😮

[@RM360CR]

The massive problem with mexico is that is living in a bubble meaning they have taken the manufacturing from the usa at the same time they make billions through the sales of narcotics and moving all the illegal migrant sex slaves and they are also destroying the manufacturing base in central america selling their goods but not buying anything from them but what happens when all this stops you will have poverty beyond believe because this will stop eventually.....

[@grissarte6834]

P3ndej0

[@RubenMedellin-l9i]

Your 100% right. I moved to Mexico 7 months ago. I sold everything and came to Mexico with 2 siutcases and I have never been happier. I see people here and they are happier and more family oriented and don't have as much. In the US I was so stressed with politics and every day worries. My biggest stress here is how much cream should I put in my coffee in the morning. Thank you so much for helping people better understanding the way of life in Mexico. 😊

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is super awesome! Congratulations! Glad you are loving Mexico so much!

[@hawksbill5037]

Me too exactly

[@leemartinez2975]

Yes, in many cultures family is more important than in the USA. One aspect about Mexico that I notice is the way families take care of their elders. It is so common for grandparents to live with their adult kids that you don't even notice it. That is very common in the Hispanic and Italian communities in the USA but it is nice to see it on a national level in Mexico.

[@travelerawakenings8477]

Same here. In December, i came to Mexico for the first time. While i traveled to 38 countries in the world, i was never interested in Mexico because of the US media propaganda. 5 months after i visited Mexico, i went back home, packed my stuff and moved to Mexico. I never been so happy. I love Mexico

[@travelerawakenings8477]

​@leemartinez2975 All over the world, people take care of their elders, only America, Canada, France, England, Germany and more European countries, they don't take care of Elders

[@chrisgross2043]

Most Americans think they're free because the media says they are and have been telling them for years 😂

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

When I was a teenager I heard some guy one time say "Americans are more brain washed than North Koreans!" I honestly didnt think much of it at the time, but as I have gotten older It rings more and more true each and every day. Thanks for sharing!

[@sandrabedard7848]

Truth

[@EnergyreaderempathMary]

You hit the nail on the head that’s absolutely true

[@EnergyreaderempathMary]

Sounds wonderful. Renter’s insurance, car insurance, electric at least $100 per month, dental insurance, health insurance, BS insurance… you get the point.

[@EnergyreaderempathMary]

Respect!

[@hanson4035]

Another banger of a video, Jose has the best Mexico content on KZbin BY FAR! Mexico-connect!!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I appreciate that! Thank you so much for the kind words boss!

[@pedrorojascervantes3928]

You bet! Woop!!

[@Omar-wi1ks]

I agree! Especially that part about family comes first in Mexico, whereas in USA they don't value that part, instead they value money and broken homes are normalized. I believe that's one of the causes of horrible things, like school shootings for example, happening in USA. Thanks for info jose!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you enjoyed the video so much! Viva Mexico!

[@AngelloDelNorte]

If the taco folks didn't values about money and materialistic then why do they have the worst brutal groups like cartels which makes taliban and isis look childplay? I think you're being too one-sided.

[@FernandoRamirez-xd3wz]

The problem is that in America they value dogs more than family

[@herberthall8082]

The nice thing about Mexico is that the people are religious, family-oriented, and have a strong work ethic. This does not describe a lot of Americans, especially in the big cities. In my Merida neighborhood, there is the woman who has used clothing for sale on the front patio of her house. There are the men who go around and trim bushes and yards with machetes. Downtown there are women who walk with bundles embroidery blouses which they sell. There are people who go around on trash day and gather plastic bottles to sell. Regulations in America make housing extremely expensive, especially in California. Houses have lot size requirements, building codes, and maintenance requirements that make owning a home very expensive. In Merida, people can wait to add on or fix their house until they have the money. Where I live is a house which has been subdivided into three apartments. That would never be allowed in most neighborhoods in America. Too many city governments in America want everything in their City to be perfect, even if it means people cannot have housing or cannot afford to live there. One of the worst American beliefs is that the condition of the house next door affects your property value. As a result, people are constantly monitoring their neighbor's property and using the city code police to force everyone to have the perfect little house. I like Mexico and want to live there for a long time.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

All great points! They all much more context to what I was saying. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@Teporame]

Yup. The dreaded code enforcement low life.

[@gloriakadar3288]

America is a continent not a country.

[@irvinnorris7041]

Exactly! Then it also creates cookie cutter homes that look like Squidville from SpongeBob SquarePants episode. And we all know how Squidward turned out!

[@petahpunk]

Well Said!

[@PugaMBA]

Greetings, Jose. I enjoy your vids. My POV is that life in Mexico is more anchored to reality. In the US, we have more crap. But the more we accumulate and the emptier we seem to be. Most things are disposable, and that includes relationships.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Very well said, could not have put it better myself. Thanks for sharing!

[@antoniosanchez191]

As a mexican, I apreciate what you do to show the world the real México. México is just like pther country with bad a and good thing, but I thank you to focus in the positive things that mexico has. Such a wonderful country.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you! Glad you enjoy the content so much. Viva Mexico!

[@stonecold2886]

@antoniosanchez191 mejor dejalos pensar que Mexico es peligroso y que todo lo malo que ven en las noticias es cierto, que no ves que ya se estan viniendo muchos para aca y ya hasta quiern cambiar nuestra cultura y poner sus reglas, mejor que se queden en su pais '"primermundista"

[@debragreen8176]

Thank you Jose for another peaceful chat while we walked together. It was wonderful to chat on video w you. My husband and I look forward to meeting you soon in beautiful, truly free Mexico. Viva la Mexico!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@KiKiQuiQuiKiKi]

¡Que viva! 🇲🇽

[@dianaj3139]

Hello Jose! As you know I am currently living in Mexico and traveling around a bit. I have certainly noticed how Family gatherings are SO much more often here! Neighbors and friends often drop in when they hear the music or laughter coming from the home... I really think the biggest change I have noticed having traveled here over the past 40 years is that the MIDDLE CLASS is LEADER !! It used to be more poor than now.. Lots of Upper-class also and perhaps they now outnumber the Poor. People are quick to start up a small business and make a living.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Hola Diana! Thank you so much for sharing with us! You are 100% Correct family is the most important thing out here and now that many Mexicans are moving up the economic ladder most are reinvesting that money into businesses or other endeavors to grow that money even further! Saludos!

[@kathytracy7952]

Agree the food in Mexico is very fresh

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

The best! Viva Mexico!

[@MacCat100]

5 years ago, I lived out of my car for 3 months in Jalisco. It wasn’t fun. I can tell you, I appreciate access to a bathroom. I’m a female expat.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Wow! I'm sure it was horrible, but hey you are here now to tell us all about it. Glad you are out of that situation. Thanks for sharing!

[@ThatOneGuy-hp2pb]

That's Nasty

[@gloriakadar3288]

​@@ThatOneGuy-hp2pb nasty its to live in the usa natives stolen land.

[@tonydavila6594]

How did you make it to survive (food, water, restroom, etc.). I hope you're doing better now... 🙏

[@MacCat100]

@@tonydavila6594I’m doing much better, no longer homeless. I asked friends if I could take occasional shower. I did have money for food. I used Portapotty for bathroom. Each time I shower now, I appreciate being able to get clean.

[@KiKiQuiQuiKiKi]

Not only does the US have an extraordinary number of homeless (and imprisoned) people but municipalities have declared war on them by making overnight parking illegal, placing dividers in bus or park benches (or removing them altogether), playing extremely loud music outdoors, etc.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Its only getting worse and worse. Thanks for sharing

[@wesdaaawg]

I was recently in Ensenada and decided to grab some snacks from the 7 eleven to bring back home to my family. I was surprised to see that popular chips such as Cheetos have a big warning on the front of the bag stating that they contain an excessive amount of calories and sodium. In the USA we don’t have such warnings, but we really should. Maybe it would deter some people from eating unhealthy snacks often.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yeah I love seeing those it really does make you think before you purchase. On the other hand some people look for items that have all the stickers as a badge of honor 😅

[@rosakwick5329]

Jose, right now, we have 65,000 homeless in LA and yesterday with the storm, they had to open three more shelters. Very sad.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Wow that is crazy! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@maketheconstitutiongreatag7865]

Excellent video Jose!! I love your format of walking the city while u cover these topics! I’m glad to have had one of your videos come up in my feed! These topics are something I have been wondering and some I hadn’t thought of, like your first point. And your opinion on how will Mexico potentially be affected when the dollar falls. I look forward to searching your previous videos to see if you have more information on the types of topics you brought up here. Ty, Jose!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Glad you enjoyed the video! Yes I mostly talk about topics like these in my videos. If you enjoyed this one you will love the rest of the channel! Thanks again for the kind words and welcome aboard!

[@mikehall4879]

Love the walks and talks José. Great work! 🙌

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you!

[@michaelbeggs2013]

I am an American and I retired early at 55 last year. I wanted to try Mexico, and I examined my retirement options worldwide. When I compared my options for retirement visas, The Philippines won out for me, and the retirement visa is just a much better deal here than in Mexico. I speak Spanish, and I wanted Mexico to work, but Mexico is a worse deal for retirement. I am honestly very happy in Cebu, Philippines.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Thank you so much for sharing with us!

[@ghilly_one1720]

love seeing the different parts of Merida on your stroll and sharing your thoughts. thank you.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@lifewith9cats153]

Everywhere I go here in the US, I see homeless people. Even in my smallish town of 16k there are homeless people. I was most recently surprised yet again when I was in Miami. There was a parking lot of homeless people living in cars. I counted at least 20 cars of people sleeping in the middle of the night. And then there were people sleeping at McDonald's and in tents. It's both heartbreaking and baffling especially as our government continues to send billions to Ukraine and other countries. #BrokenUSA

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I agree it is pretty insane to even see so many homeless people in Miami of all places let alone small towns all over the country. Things re only accelerating and it is not looking pretty. Thanks for sharing!

[@sandrabedard7848]

YES YES USA is definitely broken 😢.

[@FernandoMendoza-yd7oo]

Jose the last time my wife and I were in Merida, and that walk that you took this time is were spend 17 days, before you turn to Paseo Montejo, there is a restaurant Manjar Blanco honestly one of the best secret in the Merida culinary , we recomend it, you won't regret it.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Thank you so much for the tip! We gotta check it out!

[@Ayog06]

I appreciate this viddeo Jose. Thank you so much for sharing your footage and information. Your video is very inspirational to me, and I'm sure for many others.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you so much for the kind words! Glad it was helpful!

[@actionvj]

This walk is awesome. Giving me flashbacks. Can’t wait to get back to Merida in a couple months. 👍🏾

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@4KVideoPlaces]

HI! Jose. Another great presentation video that's rite on point. When you compare the differences between the U.S. & Mexican lifestyles, let me point out that Canada where I live is a carbon copy of the U.S. experience that you highlighted so clearly compared to Mexico. 🤩

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for sharing!

[@rfink222]

It's true, you can see a doctor for about $3 and they are plentiful in most towns and cities. Affordable pharmacies are everywhere also. You don't even need medical insurance because everything is fairly inexpensive.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That's right! Viva Mexico!

[@PinoSantilli-hp5qq]

I Certainly experienced what you are saying when I visited Guadalajara in Jan/Feb this year...loved Mexico!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That's awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@tutornotepad]

I was living in Grand Junction, Colorado, a small city on the Western slope of the Rockies. The homeless are filling the parks and playgrounds with tents. They drink and party as the children play on the playgrounds. You don't need your own needle to shoot dope. They are laying around all over the place. It is worse than San Francisco back in the 1980s. What I recently hated most about the US are the chemtrails. Some days 100s of jets will fly over that small city and spray something in the sky until the sky turns into a mucky overcast. When I flew to Dallas to change flights, I saw more chemtrails. They have to be coming from the US air force. And yet, the people still think China is their enemy. The enemy of the American people is the government. That has been the case for a long time, but it is only getting worse.

[@lindamejia9611]

😮😢

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

It is crazy to see the US just crumble in front of everyone's eyes and how so many people still refuse to see it. Glad you made it out of there and are now safe and sound in Mexico!

[@Peter-xq9tz]

Coocoo bananas

[@ninjask8ter]

I've heard that it's somewhat difficult to rent an apartment in Mexico. For example, many Landlords require a personal guarantor to be on the lease. Secondly, Tenants have fewer rights in Mexico. I've heard that if a Tenant doesn't pay the rent the Landlord has the legal right to enter into your apartment and take or remove your belongings on his own.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

It is actually the complete opposite. It is very easy to rent out here as a foreigner and when it comes to evictions it is almost imposible for someone to get evicted. Of course it varies from region to region, but for the most part it is the opposite of what you have been hearing. I have other videos that go more in depth on this topic, you should check them out. Hope this info helps!

[@DougPVlogs]

That is the way it should be. Tenant laws in Canada are stupid. I had 3 homes and had to sell. Not worth the headache of a bad tenant.

[@jcas]

Actually is not the case. As a native yucatecan, I can say that the land lord has fewer rights than in the States. If a person decides not to pay rent they can stay there forever and the landlord has to take legal action to take their property back. That is why when you rent the landlord will ask you for some warranties, like paying 2 or 3 months worth of rent in advanced or asking you for some guy to force to pay if you don't pay. It is actually a problem here and it is causing the rents to go pricier because of the risks. sorry for my bad english.

[@DougPVlogs]

Wow, that is bad. I used to own rental houses in Canada and they move in and do not pay rent and you can not get them out. It is bad that the laws protect criminals all over the world. @@jcas

[@tonydavila6594]

Mexico seems Cool, Calm, and Peaceful. Great place to Retire... 👍

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

It is and then some! Viva Mexico!

[@kathytracy7952]

Loved the walk thank you

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@johnnysler6220]

Hi José, great videos and insights! May I ask which camera you are using? Love the quality and calm walking through the streets.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Muchas Gracias! I use a GoPro 11 these days! In my humble opinion it is an amazing company. In older videos I have used older versions of the camera. very durable and amazing quality! Highly recommended!

[@ernestoesquerra2302]

Is getting real hard for local people with foreigners coming because is very expensive now.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yeah I understand people from CDMX and other expensive Mexican cities are now moving to other cheaper parts of Mexico and now making them expensive. But at the same time many of those people can now make more money form those foreigners from Mexico and other parts of the world. I actually made a whole video about gentrification recently you should check it out kzbin.info/www/bejne/inu1ZmmYqb96m8k

[@AlvaroRodriguez-di5jw]

I have lived in the US most of my life and unfortunately I have noticed that most people have no principles no values no morals and no respect for others. It's sad

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yes it is truly sad to see what the US has become.

[@demarcosmith581]

Jose why don't some Americans don't travel outside the United States? I feel like it is because of fear!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

You are 100% Correct it is due to Fear. Many Americans think that outside of the USA is more dangerous and as things get worse in the USA they think it is only getting worse outside of the USA. Its a loop people can not get out of

[@tx.beekeepinglady5274]

My Granddaughter is terrified. Iv shown her these videos. But US has filled her mind with garbage.

[@lenmaryan7943]

Educate them. I switched doctors recently, as mine is retiring. My new doc, is like isn’t it dangerous, aren’t you afraid of the cartel? Nope its not a issue, and overblown I explain.

[@DougPVlogs]

The media has brainwashed the majority of citizens in the USA and Canada

[@rasleo8542]

You are right Jose, Mexico is super way better

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Viva Mexico!

[@viajandoyaprendiendoconRicardo]

Jorge glad to make a comment............. In Mexico, people from out of town arrive in the suburbs and make a "union" of squatters, they take over land, which is expected and legally and have a representative, give them money, to deal with city officials for legal paperwork, in the meantime hurdle pallets, barb wire, old plywood, and "fence" the property. The city officials will set up electrical poles and eventually sewer and running water, which might take over a year, there're no restrictions so people build as they go and as they can. They work a week and buy 100 bricks and 2 sacks of cement or so. Public transportation is private so buses will have bus stops to commute people. The neighborhood will improve year after year and will have pave streets and the necesseries and will function as part of a city. Children will attend a school that might be on another neighborhood but eventually the government will build a new school. Children will find an empty lot where to play sports and eventually that piece of land will become a legal park. In United States and in Canada citizens get shit..........therefore tents on the sidewalks. Foreigners who go to Mexico and see chanty houses 10 years later there will be chanty houses but the occupants are newcomers and those who were there 10 years before already own a house. In US and in Canada you have to work for somebody for years so you can get on credit a $300k home that is worth less than $200k and pay it off in 30 years. North americans don't feel bad....we win on this one..........In Mexico, average citizen make an average of $100 a week and in US and in Canada $800- a week and in places like Houston , Texas just about everything is cheaper than in Mexico, including some food, in other words, moneywise people in Mexico make shit and are in deep shit and will never drive a new pick up truck ( mexican dream) as any american can do. Mexican-american US army veteran......Houston, Texas.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you so much for sharing with us. You make a lot of great points.

[@viajandoyaprendiendoconRicardo]

@@JoseArteagaTravels Jose, I wrote a comment for you before. I'm planning to travel around Mexico and Latinoamerica in the next 2- 3 years or sooner. I will always come back to Houston but I can't wait to go back but can't at the moment.

[@masamiumezaki6648]

You keep on saying “ you don’t have to worry about this and that”. In US, I hear only “ you have to worry about this and that”. That is a huge difference in between Mexico and US.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Wow that is a great point I never even thought of! Thanks for sharing!

[@benzomatic9]

The homeless situation has gotten real bad here in my neck.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Wow! Yes I hear it is getting really bad all over the place, even in places I never thought to see it

[@benzomatic9]

@@JoseArteagaTravels some are carrying weapons ..machetes, pipes, tire irons…and the meth …crazy bruh

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

I've been there. I enjoyed it and the cenotes near by. Paseo Montejo had the Best pizza ever. Saludos Íberoamerica

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@sharallmelton643]

Yes Jose, the homeless situation in the US is horrible. I've even cried for this situation. It's horrible.😢

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

So bad and it doesn't seem like it will be getting any better any time soon

[@ronaldoago-go5907]

I get my exercise by walking with you José!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Glad I could bring you along for the walk!

[@barnabyjara4751]

My deal breaker is NOISE. I just can't stand noisy neighbors. Any advice where can I go in Mexico where it is quiet as a tomb but still close to city services?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I totally understand. You can live in a Privada or somewhere similar. Here is a video with more information kzbin.info/www/bejne/pmi8eZiDjrljhZY

[@itsjasely]

I feel like both countries have their pros / cons and definitely one should try to live in a place that satisfies our needs. Great vid as always!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Absolutely! Go where you are treated best!

[@Billybobcan]

US has homeless not because these people are without homes; it is about people having drug problems and mental problems. US government offers free housing, shelter, subsidized rent, etc. But the homeless people rather be on the street because they are free to smoke up and drink up on the street, and serviced by drug suppliers.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I'm pretty sure that some on the street want to be there and or are drug addicts or have other issues. But in todays America most of the people on the street do not want to be there and deserve better. So We can agree to disagree. Thank you for sharing your opinion with us

[@americanbobtail1]

Dude you are full of crap. Most subsidized housing has a waiting list for at least a decade in most United States municipalities. Also, the mentally ill are not taken care of by the government one bit since it is cheaper for them to be homeless than be institutionalized and it began with the Reagan administration.

[@RAULOJEDA-fl5bn]

Hi Jose, i am from Merida but came to the USA (LA) when I was 8 yrs. old. and have been back to visit may times and I Love it. Can you talk about buying a property in the outskirts of Merida like 20 to 30 miles outside of the city and what the prices are of an acre of bare land or with a house. look forward to seeing your finding. Very glad to see that you are doing very well and Happy in Merida. Oh, are you planning to buy a house of a piece of land to claim your own any time soon? Salude. Raul

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! I actually made a video on how to find property all over Mexico already you should check it out. Here is a link kzbin.info/www/bejne/noTEeIl8e66lq6c

[@sandrabedard7848]

Thanks for sharing, We are so grateful we moved away from USA over 2 years ago. I hear from family and friends how expensive everything is. I was born in Seattle and Seattle has turned into a Zombie drug city. People living and shooting drugs all over the streets. Business having to close down because the homeless and drug addicts have taken over the city and the government does nothing. Housing isn't affordable for anyone that is poor or middle class. Shootings everyday also has become the new normal . Mexico seems really nice especially where you live. You can't touch renting at those prices in USA. Trust me the USA gives more $$ to other countries for wars than helping their own people. We are looking forward to visiting Mexico again. I live in A Latin American country so we feel very Blessed too to have a better life !! 🙏 USA has lost Family values and Humanity.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome you are also already out of there. But yeah we all know its only going to keep getting worse before anything gets better. Hope things get back on track soon but at this point, lets just say we are very happy and glad we are on this side of the fence. 😅

[@DougPVlogs]

I was in Seattle recently. What a mess! That is why I live and vlog in Mexico now.

[@sandrabedard7848]

@@DougPVlogs yes it is. We won't even go there to visit now 😕 or even the last few years and it's SAD to see what it has become. We are lucky to have been able to leave USA over 2 years ago.

[@DougPVlogs]

Vancouver BC just as bad. @@sandrabedard7848

[@marypennington6519]

Where do you do your laundry

[@alohakamaaina]

100% My Mom and i jumped the wall in Feb and bought a home outside of Ajijic. Best move ever. People are so amazing. The treat you so nice. No bs politics

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Congratulations! Thanks for sharing!

[@irvinnorris7041]

You jumped the US-Mexico border? What's the story behind that?

[@adelalozinski5751]

Great video ! Thanks !

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you liked it!

[@awakened_one]

In Canada homelessness is growing! Rents are crazy high! A 1 bedroom suite/apt is anywhere from $1300 to $2000 a month. A 2 bedroom is from $1700 to $2400 a month. The minimum wage is $16.75 an hour. Many people are now just renting a bedroom in a house. That is between $600 (for a closet) to $1000 a month. Drugs are free now and we have walking zombies living on the streets. Look up on youtube for tent cities in every city in Canada. The homeless live along sidewalks in the cities and in every park they can find. It is all caused from the government here that has been purposely increasing living costs! Canada sucks big time! It's all planned too! Everybody here wants out!

[@keithhannah8695]

💯 All by design, Klaus's minions are the 5th column Got my residence card in June, selling my house in Toronto this September. Get out if you can, the train wreck is going to get worst! Viva la Mexico! 🥳🇨🇦🇲🇽

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Sorry to hear that. It is crazy to see how quickly Canada fell the way it did. I can't imagine how things will be in just a few more years time. Thanks for sharing!

[@DougPVlogs]

I have done a few videos in the homeless Downtown East Side D.T.E.S. of Vancouver. It is horrible. That is why I now vlog and live in Mexico.

[@awakened_one]

@@DougPVlogs I'm on Vancouver Island. Saving ti go to Mexico. Son is already there.

[@DougPVlogs]

I love Mexico but am heading to another continent next year to vlog.@@awakened_one

[@philschiavone101]

Wait till Fed now hits hard. 😮

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Any day now....

[@wildbill6366]

Give it time ...I lived in Mexihole for 4 years and traveled it all over for 35 years ... The honeymoon phase is real and many after a few years bail ... I know tons of them ... Good place for a while but Mex is played like a bad violin .... Better places to choose from ..

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

ok! Thanks for sharing!

[@christopherrobinson1390]

la Colonia Jesus Carranza en Mérida tiene homeless people, but they squat in abandoned buildings. Yo vivía en Jesus Carranza.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Correct there are "homeless people" in Mexico but they at the very least have a home to squat in or just move to an area where they can build a home or structure of some kind. In the USA that does not exists. YOU HAVE TO Live on the Street with NO Shelter. I know things are not perfect in Mexico either but there is a huge difference in how each country treats its people.

[@DougPVlogs]

True@@JoseArteagaTravels

[@Cumeni-Ha]

17:53 interesting... a society that embraces higher values prospers more.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Who would have thought? Thank goodness for Mexico! Saludos!

[@joepeach997]

Jose, I can't agree with you more on the sad state of home ownership or the deploring state of politics here. I'm old enough that it doesn't affect me but I feel for those being crushed by it. Love the street trips, please keep them coming!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you enjoyed the walk! Hopefully things get better back home eventually. Thanks again for sharing!

[@leemartinez2975]

Hi Jose, if you are ever in the Monterrey area or in Coahuila consider doing a video on the culture of "asado" and the various northern Mexican "asado" cuisine. Thank you.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Sounds good thank you!

[@robinmcdonnell6857]

Hey Jose, just stumbled upon your site. Enjoyed it very much. I will continue to watch and support. Always thinking about moving to Latin America as a fantacy and have worked throughout LA for years. I will never do it but I like visiting. Where do you live?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Welcome aboard! I live in Merida Yucatan

[@DandMtravel]

Entendido ya me convenciste!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Que bueno!

[@axelfoley9993]

How many days after you receive you visa in the US, you have to go to Mexico to start your temporary residency?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

If you mean your CANJE I think it is only 30 days

[@nynatv1951]

No homeless and they still have public phones in parks..!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Jaja yeah I gotta use one of those phones one of these days! Blast from the past!

[@petahpunk]

Whenever I have visited Mexico, I have never felt anything but a peaceful vibe as I walked around, and even if your ability to speak Spanish is minimal, give it a try because their eyes seem to light up just from you making the attempt.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Thanks for sharing! Viva Mexico!

[@ariks4181]

Informative video again. Thank you. I hear good things here about Mexico. Question, are there compulsory insurances in Mexico?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Depends on the State and region. But Yes for some things like car insurance you need it. But not many other things

[@ariks4181]

​@@JoseArteagaTravels Thanks for the reaction. Is health insurance mandatory?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

@@ariks4181 No it is not

[@ariks4181]

@@JoseArteagaTravels Thanks again! That's fine.

[@donnad2134]

I never dreamed of retiring in Mexico..instead I’m dreaming of retiring in the Philippines or maybe Spain..or any part of European country but never in Mexico

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Good luck to you! Thanks for sharing!

[@StreetcarDesire]

Then why are you watching this channel? Just curious.

[@DougPVlogs]

Don't knock it until you try it.

[@charlesbullghost5491]

The only serious problem living in Mexico 🇲🇽. Everyone would deal against the very dangerous cartal gangmembers throughout the entire country. Their very methods are just very dangerous terrorist attacks like isis caliphate fighters in the Iraq conflict of 2014 to 2019. I would give it a serious thought if I wanted to move there? My great information for today. Have a great fabulous wonderful day.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

There is no danger from the Cartel to the average Foreigner in Mexico. But no worries we can all choose what to believe and i'm sure you feel safe and sound in the USA so best to just stay there and out of "danger".

[@chuckpershall9762]

People need government help because of government tyranny. Government in the US doesn’t allow people to just live. They hassle and harass people when they’re down and design a system that doesn’t allow participation without government intervention

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Well said! Living in the USA is a very sharp double edged sword covered in grease with no grip

[@pruebapaginas8885]

There are a lot of US immigrants in Mexico that live happily

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I totally agree thank you for sharing!

[@nomadman1196]

I'm currently living out of a car and thinking about moving to Mexico. 😮

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Good luck with everything!

[@gumerzambrano]

I admit upfront my view towards the US is biased. I have tons of family here in LA and since I'm Mexican living in a Mexican suburb. We all still have our culture of family. I see how it could be different if you're from the east coast with more white people but that is my experience (: Thanksgiving is not a huge holiday for us since itd literally just a fancy Carne Asada that we could invite the whole family to come over any weekend 😆

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yeah man in your case moving to Mexico is just moving to a better barrio jaja 😅 Thats how I feel. I grew up in Miami and it is even more hispanic than L.A there are many areas where they don't even speak English only Spanish aki ok? jaja Saludos brother! Viva Mexico!

[@gumerzambrano]

@@JoseArteagaTravels I'd love to visit Miami someday! I live in East Los and feel like everyone uses Spanish but most young people like myself use English. Except when ordering street food (:

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

@@gumerzambrano Yeah you right there are many parts of L.A that only speak Spanish too! In fact usually that is where you find the best food in the city 😅 For sure you gotta visit Miami sometime. It is very different to L.A but also very similar. Its like a super aggressive and intense L.A 😅 I actually prefer the west coast myself.

[@63saruman]

ON a side note, I did watch lots of homeless people.....in Canada.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I hear the problem just keeps getting worse. Good luck with everything. Thanks for sharing!

[@DougPVlogs]

Homeless epidemic in Canada.

[@angelbarrera1201]

Hi friend Honestly is not that simple, therefore I don't think what you say in this video is 100% true. I used to live happily there, until something really serious, (after many bad things) that threatened my life, made me move out of there. So I was forced to leave since insecurity was lurking around all the time! So I'm not getting into details, and I don't wish you badness, but my opinion about "best living" here is completely the opposite, since when certain things happened to the mind, for security, people used to change, to look for other horizons. After the attempts against your integrity, you don't trust, you lost being in peace with society, because you never know when something horrible will affect your life, either from the government, or the folks! And of course, nothing is real or false, everything depends on how you connect with the surroundings! Hopefully you will be ok always! Have a good day! Greetings from the USA!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Sorry to hear about your situation. Glad you are safe and sound in the USA! Saludos!

[@silverdropstang]

Glad to see an honest view of Mexico. Theres a reason they’re jumping our borders to get into the USA and the opposite isn’t true. 🇺🇸

[@rfink222]

I just came back from a 2 week stay in Mexico (San Miguel de Allende) and had a tough time with digestive issues. Could just be travelers diarrhea . I got back to normal when I returned to the USA.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I guess your body wasn't ready for so much fresh food, water and, air. Glad to hear you're feeling better in the US

[@rfink222]

@@JoseArteagaTravels I had to deal with high altitude among other stresses. It could be just my immune system dealing with new bacteria. I'm not giving up on Mexico, I still own a house there. I did enjoy the cooler weather and the laid back atmosphere as opposed to scorching hot Texas.

[@corinaperez226]

Loved the romantic ending.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@castelsposhcloset7166]

Hi Jose. Do you have any videos on adopting in Mexico? I was born in Mexico but lived most of my life in the U.S. i never had a family and would love to adopt if it is not no late. I have thought of moving back to Mexico an being a digital nomad. I would need to be a dual citizen and get my Mexican citizenship back. I watch your program but rarely comment.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Hi there! That is a great question no one has ever asked me. I honestly have no idea how it works out here but from my little understanding of it. It is much easier to adopt here in Mexico than it is in the USA. I apologize I don't have an answer for you on your first comment.

[@castelsposhcloset7166]

@JoseArteagaTravels Thank you for your reply. Have a great week!

[@DougPVlogs]

Very easy to get your Mexican citizenship and passport. Just go ask in the Mexican embassy. Our son just got his Mexican citizenship and passport 32 after he was born in Belize to me Canadian and his mom Mexican.

[@GardenerEarthGuy]

Which areas does the Mexican governnent control? My understanding is only around Mexico City and the government isn't allowed in many areas. How do you tell who is in charge of regions as you travel?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

The people of Mexico control Mexico, the Government only controls certain regions and areas in which the people allow them to control. The Government works for the people and when it doesn't it is pushed out of the way. The Government has a hard time being in control because there are more citizens than there are Government officials. The Government has a hard time imposing its will onto the people because most of the people just simply dont allow tyranny.

[@moreno-lh7ys]

muy cierto jose saludos @@JoseArteagaTravels

[@irvinnorris7041]

Doesn't the cartel control some areas and even the police? Such as in the north part of Mexico?

[@GardenerEarthGuy]

@@irvinnorris7041 I don't believe there is actually a Mexican government any longer, it's more like several independent nations. Not sure why they continue to look at Mexico as one country, when it's not- my guess is they see Mexico as a culture instead. If the independent regions begin printing their own money that will really show what's happened there.

[@MaryluLuna]

Hello Mr. Arteaga, I like your videos and I am subscribed to your channel. I'm from Veracruz. I would like to know what you think of homeless Americans. The day before yesterday I saw a video from the Thunder Crisis channel where the topic of the crisis in the USA was touched on and it touched on the topic that many grngosse are going to Mexico. Someone commented that it would be good if the Mexican government gave him asylum, a work visa, etc. to homeless americans. Saludos.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Hola! I've actually touched on the subject several times before and will continue to do so in the future. But simply put it is not sustainable and will only get much worse before it gets better. I saw this coming many many years ago and still can not believe my eyes when I see what is going on right now.

[@DougPVlogs]

I love Veracruz, and Boca del Rio area. I made a bunch of vlogs there a while ago. NO, Mexico should never let the homeless from USA and Canada into Mexico.

[@frankmontez6853]

Well I wouldn't want to live in HOT Merida LOL . I'll seek much cooler climate but overall it's more affordable there

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@StreetcarDesire]

I plan to travel here short-term (a month or two maybe), would it be advisable to bring my USD income or earn pesos with a temp job? I don't know how long I'll be permitted to stay without getting a visa, but I want to travel around and immerse myself as much as I can before I commit to moving.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

You can get a 180 travelers visa when you enter the country and you can keep your online job since it will be very difficult to find a better paying job in Mexico

[@homeravalos8161]

Hey Jose keep up the good work really enjoy your videos. Are you still doing Tel. Consultation? If so need to consult with you thanks.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you so much for the kind words! Glad you enjoy the videos so much! Yes I still do 1 on 1 consultations. You can find out more on my website. Here is a direct link www.josearteaga.com/youtube-consultations

[@johnsimon4263]

Richest country in the world poorest middle? Its how your situation is that the individual is concerned with. In Mexico there are lots of very inexpensive housing options not so in many cities in USA. Plus in Mexico the informal business is the norm in the US not so easy to start a business

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@awakenedpennslyvanian5194]

Would it be worth it to talk to a mexican consulate in the us about moving to mexico. Or better just to move down

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Every situation is unique, but I would come visit Mexico first before deciding to fully commit

[@ronaldoago-go5907]

Yes! Worth it! Do a lot of research first ,talk to people, check requirements online, watch videos...then make a short trip and bounce to a couple places. See if you like the feel. If you do like THEN put some plans in motion. You'll be halfway there already. And learn a little Spanish. It doesn't take much to get a positive response and feel more at ease. Good luck!!

[@demarcosmith581]

Jose i feel like schools in America are very strict! I feel they get you ready for prison because everything in America screams police state!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I totally agree. You should look into the reasons schools were created in the first place and you will be shocked to see the real reasons schools exist and why they feel like they are getting you ready for a Factory Job or Prison..... It's by design.

[@demarcosmith581]

Jose, I think education is important, but I personally feel like the schools have too many detentions and in school suspensions! I understand disciplinary actions, but I personally believe in rehabilitation and not sending people to detentions or in school suspension! It doesn't do anything!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Not quite sure why my own comment on my own video disappeared but I think that should tell you everything you need to know. Thanks for sharing!

[@karelpasicnjek3200]

Everything is relative, correct about things in the USA but in Mexico there is the thing of very high corruption, gang violence that weighs in on many you should elaborate on

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I agree but spoiler alert those things also happen in the USA and its still worse than it is in Mexico

[@silverdropstang]

@@JoseArteagaTravelsIs that why some of the most dangerous cities on earth with the highest murder rates per capita are in Mexico? Thats not my opinion, thats a fact.

[@toddmaek5436]

heyyyyy Ive been there en centro with those kissing chairs

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That's awesome! Glad I could bring you back!

[@sergiomendoza6833]

have you every been to La Paz Mexico in Baja Cali Sur?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Never been that far down. Only been to Tijuana

[@philschiavone101]

The homeless just depends on where you live. Where I live in the US, there are no homeless, in Guadalajara there are homeless sleeping in the streets of the side streets of downtown.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@DanRodriguez1]

2:06 what? The last administration did a LOT for the low income people, especially the elderly, they now eceive a monetary support every month called "60+".

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing

[@forbiddenknowledgeseeker]

Saludos from Chihuahua Jose

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Saludos!

[@gustavomorales9213]

As more and more US citizens move to mexico, people with unequal pay (most people) will start to suffer.. be mindful of that.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

ok! Thanks for sharing!

[@rikmarx107]

Tu tienes la razon , Jose .

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Muchas gracias!

[@gaming-zombie1392]

Alot of homeless people in the U.S. and its sad to said....

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

So sad and so hard to believe. Thanks for sharing

[@Rain-ec4jj]

I think for you living in Mexico is better because of your American dollar. For the locals maybe not so much

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

The locals are also making more money than they were just a few years ago. The minimum wage was more than doubled and it plans to continue increasing. Thanks for sharing

[@mrlowednreverb8737]

as a mexican american I'll give my honest opinion I think life in the US is more stressful despite being the land of opportunity There is no sense of community social life isnt great morality isnt great they say mexico is dangerous but in the US u can litterally get robbed and shot by some scum bag Crime in mexico is ussually organized Mexico has a better society very family oriented And has a sense of community Yes USA is great to make money but it lacks quality of life

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Very well said hermano! Viva Mexico!

[@ninjask8ter]

Making money? Again I've lived half of the year in Mexico for the past 12 years. I can't get a job as a dishwasher or to sweep the streets if I don't have a work visa. Unlike undocumented Mexicans who move to the USA and can find a job easily, a Foreigner who wants to work Mexico CANNOT just simply "make money in any way that they want" I think you should give your viewers all of the facts, not only the great things about Mexico.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Great point! Glad you brought that up! I actually talk about it a lot in many of my videos. I make it extremely clear how difficult it is to get a job in Mexico and when you do it will be paying you a Mexican wage which most people do not want to accept. I go more in depth in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHiVh3mwdrGgh80 But I have also made many recent videos on entrepreneurship and how to start your own business and on ideas on how to earn money while living in Mexico.

[@ninjask8ter]

@@JoseArteagaTravels Its true. I went through an expensive process to get my CELTA certificate to teach in Mexico, only to work less than 3 months. It urns out I wasn't quite ready for that Mexican wage.

[@DougPVlogs]

How much did you make a month? @@ninjask8ter

[@ernestoesquerra2302]

Is not that simple.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I totally agree

[@kentbrosh8970]

I think “religion” is perfectly fine to say. It defines right and wrong. We need more morals and “religious” structure on how to live. Look what happens to societies who have no moral “religious” structures. Societies fall apart without “religious” structures.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Structure is very important as are morals and responsibilities. Things that dont seem to exist in the US anymore these days. Thanks for sharing!

[@StreetcarDesire]

No. Religion is a personal choice. You can have morals and positive values without organized religion.

[@kentbrosh8970]

Where do you think morals came from? Osmosis?

[@Mexicobeanpole]

@@kentbrosh8970. Go to church. It’s bankrupt of morals.

[@kentbrosh8970]

@@Mexicobeanpole Everyone is bankrupt of morals. That’s why we need rules created by our maker. Laws mirror the rules set out by our maker. No rules, no morals. Pick your Church carefully. Some are wonderful and yes I attend one.

[@REBECCAVENEGASDIVAS]

Can I use my Usa ID, in México

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Only US ID that is valid in Mexico is a US Passport

[@adriandelatorre8341]

Tickling the algorithym

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Working on it! 😅

[@mikebro1]

Is Mexico considering new covid mandates like the US is starting to hint at? Some new variant they came up with...FJB!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

No

[@andreabalanzariogutierrez6767]

Hola José.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Hola!

[@lee-fr8oo]

With a few hundred could I move there and get a online job with a place with internet

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Probably not. You need a bit more than that just to buy an airline ticket

[@tavarciare]

@JoseArteagaTravels I'm interested i have my best friend and a very large service dog i would like to talk to you about how much money I'd need to move there. But i wanna live somewhere where it rains alot i don't like the sun.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That's awesome! Looking forward to hearing from you!