Mexican Secrets NO ONE is Telling You About 🇲🇽

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

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[@missnurse78]

Wow... i didnt know there was a casino in Merida 😮 .... ill be adding that to my bucket list 🎉

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yes there are several! Never been to one but I know others who have and think they are great!

[@ellena858]

I loved this whole video, especially when you say how happy people are in Mexico. I was just in Mexico and found that to be so true. I was only troubled by what you said about potatoes and apples not turning brown because the only reason I can imagine for that is the new Apeel coating that’s being used to “preserve“ produce.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

No there is no Apeel out here. I think we are just used to the ones that oxidize in the US

[@ellena858]

@@JoseArteagaTravels I’ve just not heard of that, so confusing

[@ThereIsAlwaysaWay2]

"Get out of Dodge" LOL been years since I've heard that. ♥

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Jaja I love saying it 😅 I guess I'm an old fart now

[@tonydanzl]

Especially coming from a guy driving a "DODGE"...😆🤠✌️

[@tutornotepad]

In Mexico, you don't need to keep your eggs in the fridge. They will be good for 30 days.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is true! Thanks for sharing!

[@Mexicobeanpole]

Yep. Because in the US they are sent through a high pressure wash which removes some of the protective shell.

[@lawnfreak3543]

It's the same in the US if fresh-from-the-farm or from ur own chickens

[@enocrodriguez6210]

So, it was interesting to see eggs on the shelf next to bread in the OXXO, but I understood why because I’ve raised hens for eggs, duh!

[@tonydanzl]

And in the summer you can just fry them on the sidewalk 😆🤠✌️

[@ElJefe0719]

So much truth in this video, particularly regarding the food

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

It really is one of the best things about living out here! VIva Mexico!

[@diatribe1194]

NO LAWNS NO PROBLEM

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thats right

[@ronaldoago-go5907]

Lol will you please clean that bug off the windshield i keep scratching my ipad jaja

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Jaja sorry about that! It's actually not a bug it's something stuck on there permanently 😅

[@jodibraun6383]

So I'm not the only one? 😂

[@rulohernand]

Another great video, Jose! My dad was from Merida… but we didn’t visit until we were older - in our 20s. I’m in my 50s now, and long story short, We love the region, and I’m now buying a home in Chicxulub….

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Thanks for sharing! Viva Merida!

[@ChrisD-wv5zi]

You're spot on, Jose. People just have more personal liberty in Mexico. More personal choice. And sometimes it works like natural selection. Look if you want to dance with a huge box that launches fireworks from your head, fine. And, if you want to stand 3 feet from the guy launching fireworks from his head that's fine, too. Has anybody ever seen a baby car seat in Mexico? A kid with a bike helmet? Padded playground equipment.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Very well said. As the saying goes God will always protect children, the drunk and stupid lol thanks for sharing!

[@byrw9557]

We recently had a wedding here in Texas. The groom was from California and happened to have Mexican heritage. His family has been in California over 70 years. When his parents and grandparents came to the wedding, they were shocked to see that Texas was not the Wild West that they see in the Hollywood movies! So, that is one example of how people can get an idea of something and it not be true.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! It can happen both ways. Thanks for sharing with us!

[@michaelokeefe1562]

Refreshingly straight talk and scenery I like the tiny selfie in the corner I like how you make clear opinion and are not a know it all wet behind the ears expert

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you so much for the kind words! Glad you enjoyed the video

[@MychaelFogarty]

YOU ARE AMAZING !! MUCHO GRACIAS

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you!

[@umutkarzai9190]

Great JOB Jose!!! This is Aaron!! You keep on giving the straight, info. on the country MEXICO that we both know and LOVE!!!! Nice job as usual good job!!!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you brother!

[@umutkarzai9190]

@@JoseArteagaTravels Your Welcome.. Keep on Trucking!!!

[@Ana183]

Why would I want to have American culture in Mexico? If i wanted American culture, then why would I want to move from the United States?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Great question everyone needs to ask themselves and answer.

[@Mexicobeanpole]

We all have bleed into each other because we’re the same continent. It’s the same in Europe. Customs, language, food somewhat meld together with each country keeping their own identity. Nothing wrong with that. But, I feel Mexico is Mexico. It’s identity is very ingrained and it’s kept it personality despite the amount of immigration it’s gotten. In my opinion anyway.

[@TheDarkSideOfYouSoul]

Monterrey is the most americanized city in Mexico, but even then is very Mexican, never will be like the US. If you want a soft transition, come to Monterrey.

[@rebeccamoore6382]

I feel safer in mexico than i do in my hometown of 20000. I've walked around at night with my husband in mexico and was perfectly safe. I would walk at night in my town.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing! Viva Mexico!

[@ronaldoago-go5907]

That's a cool garafon delivery wagon towards the end of the video... 34:54 or so

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

😎

[@W.A.F]

How about that Tribadoche!,, that’s an excellent “secret “ 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

It's such a good secret no one know what it is! 😅

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

I miss saying hello to the friendly iguanas in Merida too. Great city

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Jaja no worries I will tell them you said hi when I bump into them again 😅

[@Ana183]

😦

[@tonydanzl]

Did you leave after they started talking back ???😆🤠✌️

[@luistirado88]

I love your channel, bro. Keep at it.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you! I appreciate that!

[@francousmiani1234]

Bro, that street you're driving in the video looks like Far Cry game.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@dianakurland2500]

Jose, stop the constant comparisons to Europe and the U.S. Mexico is very diverse and magical in its own right.

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

Mexico has a lot of European influence though as does all of Íberoamerica. The Mariachi is very Spanish, Italian and Dutch influence. Jalisco for example is very Basque and German influenced. Puebla is very Italian influenced. Mexico City is very French in its architecture. You can't deny the European connection of Mexico to Europe. Mexico was literally called the kingdom of Spain for hundreds of years. The castellano language is spoken in Mexico introduced by the Hernan Cortez the Spaniard.

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

Also the very flag of Mexico shares similarities with Italy. Plaza Garibaldi in Mexico City is named after a European. Most Mexican cities have European names from the Kingdom of Spain. Mexican people themselves have Visigothic European last names. For example the last name of Jose is visigothic European.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Mexico has a lot of European influences in fact many can argue it is 50% European and 50% Native Americans

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

@@JoseArteagaTravels Precisely my point

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

@@JoseArteagaTravels I come from woke sh! thole NYC where everyone is trying to erase European history through woke USA nonsense. I like to think that in Mexico they still haven't gone woke. Saludos Ibero Jose

[@stevewilson9638]

BD Desde Ensenada!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome!

[@MegaShredder101]

Yo bro I decided to move to Thailand over Mexico but I will love to visit Mexico one day. Let's see what the future holds for us. I also wanted to thank you for motivation for leaving the US.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome brother! Congratulations!

[@FM-yv6lm]

Don't forget that the USA has adopted many of Mexico's festivities and its culture.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Correct! In fact many parts of the USA were at one time part of Mexico

[@FM-yv6lm]

@@JoseArteagaTravels true.

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

I miss the delicious coffee I had in Merida, Mexico. The coffee I had in Merida was from Chiapas and Veracruz. Saludos Íberoamerica y que viva Los Estados Unidos Mexicanos!!!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Mexican Coffee is the best! I have my favorites but always love to try coffee from different regions of Mexico. Sooooo Good!

[@meliw4142]

​@@JoseArteagaTravels Can you please share where you get your coffee? If possible, fresh beans or ground. TIA

[@Kenshawn4]

En México ¿Can you play loud music past 9:00 P.M. without getting noise complaints from neighbors? 🤔

[@tonydanzl]

There may be some who complain, but there's NO "noise ordinance"/ laws ..... So....🥳🥳🥳

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

You can do whatever you want. Same as the neighbors, so be careful who you annoy. Always be respectful. A party every now and then is totally fine since everyone does it. But if it becomes a habit the neighbors might take matters into their own hands. Police can not do anything btw

[@tonydanzl]

Buy some good earplugs 😉

[@Harry_At_NewMexico]

Hey Jose ... i was just watching another KZbinr in Merida show all of the new construction going on in the distrito de gastronomico around Calle 47 (Baretto Expresso Coffee) widening the sidewalks and new pavement etc. as that's good to see Merida continue to modernize 😀😀

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yup the area right by Paseo Montejo is getting a huge facelift!

[@csheriellmcclish9257]

So true crazy inspection rules in the US! SMH great info and people are making that move 😅

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

So many inspectors! Jaja Thanks for sharing!

[@helenirving4788]

I really appreciate the information you shared. You answered so many important questions I needed to know. I definitely hope to see you in person in the near future but in the meantime I will keep in touch for more information. Thank you for all your efforts and hard work! 🤗

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tonydanzl]

Yes, plenty of GOOD food in Mexico. Evident In all the videos i have seen, the majority of the population IS NOT GOING HUNGRY ! 😉🤠✌️

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is right! Even the very poor out here never go hungry. No government handouts needed, the people of the community take care of those in need

[@keepitreal3301]

🇲🇽 Viva Los Estados Unidos Mexicanos 🇲🇽

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Viva Mexico!

[@ronaldoago-go5907]

One thing I've noticed in the cities anyway, is that people build a wall or gate right up to the road and don't have a front lawn like the US. Like each house is a private enclave

[@corinaperez226]

You don't look fat to me. And you have already lost so much weight. Lots to be proud of.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you! I really appreciate that! Don't encourage me though lol 😅😋

[@rmkofmd1398]

I'm more scared of those Extraterrestrials in Mexico than the cartels!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Jajaja great point! 👽

[@lauragreen3461]

You driving around the neighborhoods like this is the best! I'll be there next week and can't wait. How far out from centro are these areas? Planning on doing a neighborhood tour

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That's awesome congratulations! All areas are about 15-20 min from El Centro

[@300rivers4]

Currently, it's pretty affordable to get into Mexico, but that could change. Plus, as it stands now, there are no stay requirements. Don't let this opportunity to have at least an option pass you by. Thank you brother Jose for the real skinny.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for sharing!

[@ssjrose9641]

I dont think merida will become like queretaro (expensive and super Americanized") because of the weather. As you know, Merida has soul crushing summers, and many people from the States can't take it. 😊

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Great point! The warm weather, palm trees, and beaches are not for everyone!

[@demarcosmith581]

What up Jose! How are you doing brother? 😊

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Doing Great!

[@hanson4035]

I saw a lot of Mexico flags in Chicago the other day, dozens and dozens

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

They were all celebrating Mexican Independence Day! Thanks for sharing!

[@fatskelton]

It is time to unite for Mexico, the USA, and Canada. Canamex, Mexcanam, Amcame, the US of NA?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

No Chance. Mexico is much better and safer on its own. In Fact Mexico is doing everything possible to separate from everyone else and be its own sovereign country, as it should be.

[@demarcosmith581]

I hope to meet you in the future Jose when I leave the United States for good

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome!

[@divinelove4131]

Me too!!

[@raku5219]

Jose, I love Mexican food too. Can you to an episode on the topic of antojitos and the best street food of the Merida/Yucatan region? Thank you!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Lucky for you I already did one! kzbin.info-NSCZvf24V4?feature=share

[@bobjohnson7441]

Appreciate your vids. Wonder if you could speak on "water shortages." Know Monterey has crazy issues with it. How is Merida in that respect? Stay safe.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I have spoken on the issue before but the thing is Mexico is a HUGE country. I live in one end of the country in the jungle where there is plenty of underground water. In the North it is mostly Desert and that is where Monetrey is and they are having similar issues with water than the rest of the South West USA is having. Not enough water flow from the snow melting in the mountains, not enough rain and they are all in a Desert. Yucatan wont have any water issues similar as a state like Florida because it is a huge natural underground water aquifer

[@toddmaek5436]

​@@JoseArteagaTravelsone of the reasons we moved from Colorado

[@sernunez3788]

NEWS FLASH ! Mexico is north america. 😂

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

One day you got to visit Colombia. Another great Iberian nation. Saludos

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yes I totally agree that is the plan! We want to visit more than just Columbia that is for sure!

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

@@JoseArteagaTravels Many American and Canadian expats live in Cartagena and Medellin Colombia as well. Saludos Ibero Jose

[@dianakurland2500]

Going to Bogata and Medellin next year; I’m a permanent resident of Mexico; retired from New York.

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

@@dianakurland2500 Good for you. New York is a disaster zone do to Democrats soft on crime policies.

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

Que viva Los Estados Unidos Mexicanos! Saludos Ibero

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Viva Mexico!

[@teady012002]

Ok I'm sold. I'm on my way! 😂

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome!

[@demarcosmith581]

It has to be tropical

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I love tropical too!

[@trinaparker3512]

But do they have Taco Bell? … lmao?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

No they don't. It has failed every single time it has been tried

[@demarcosmith581]

Jose in your opinion which places do you think is good for me to live one that is cheap, safe, and tax free? I'm looking for a tax free country!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I don't know of any tax free countries

[@angiegracie6954]

Another great informative video about Mexico. LIKED 👍 I’ll get there eventually. I did finally move from a northern liberal blue state to a southern conservative red state and I’m much happier. My next move will be 1/2 year in Mexico and 1/2 year here in coastal MS. Who know, maybe I’ll like Mexico better and move permanently. Thank you!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Congratulations! Thanks for sharing!

[@ssjrose9641]

😂 you think mexico is closer to "red" states than a "blue" state? You're in for a rude awakening my friend. Mexico has paid family leave, Mexico has universal health care (it kind of sucks buts its there), Mexico has affordable health care, Mexico has a "left socialist" president, mexico is governed by anti-neoliberal and populist party, Mexico just legalized abortion. The PAN, which is Mexicos "right wing" party is closer to the US democrats. 😂😂😂😂 I love mexico for those and many many other reasons. Oh and by the way mexico doesn't have a "2nd amendment".

[@StreetcarDesire]

What a flex….

[@RafaelToscanoAKALovo]

Well of course the Gabachos don't have other names, maybe Yankees or... i can't even think of other names like USAsians. So the yhave appropriated the term "American". the the truth is i had to take a DNA test and found out i am 60% Comanche, so there...

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! You can't get any more American than that! Thanks for sharing!

[@PugaMBA]

Americanized? Of course. It’s in America.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thats right

[@sergiogranados4477]

seems really free in your neck off the wood the hoa here where i live is a pain in the ass and expensive

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

From my experience ALL HOAs are terrible 😅

[@demarcosmith581]

Jose i would love to eat taco salad when i visit Mexico 🇲🇽

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing!