Retiring with an Airbnb in Mexico 🇲🇽 Living in Merida Yucatan

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Check out my Website For FREE information on Moving to Mexico - www.josearteaga.com Part 2 video with Amy - Owning an Airbnb in Mexico 🇲🇽 Living in Merida Yucatan - kzbin.info/www/bejne/qoapi5d5ed-bitk Check out Amy's KZbin Channel for more updates! - www.youtube.com/@DestinationRetirement What Does Love in Mexico After Retirement Actually Look Like 🇲🇽 Renovating a Home in Merida Yucatan - kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaqnq3hjatp_mpY

[@jayajaya788]

Thank you Jose for all that you do!!!

[@pdavis2592]

Hi Jose…let me start by saying “thank you”, so much for your channel. Her story touches home for so many of us. She truly is doing the right thing for her life. I wish I can follow her dreams too some day. Wishing her lots of health and happiness! 🙏

[@janethamilton7583]

Thank you! As for my storage unitS!!!

[@seazonedsoul]

Love her! Love her honesty! I'm 100% sure she touched on so so many peoples fears. The ones that are never touched on when people are trying to decide to make such a huge decisions like moving to a different country.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Glad to be able to tell her story for you guys to hear. Thanks for the kind words!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi Seasoned, Amy here. Thank you for the kind comments. :)

[@harlyredhonda9938]

Totally love her ❤she’s amazing, fun , exciting , wow amazing woman, I was in merida in October walked right by her house .( didn’t know it )

[@Mzzg]

Oh my goodness I love Amy. Her house or AirBNB is beautiful. The tiny floating house is beautiful. She is a great remodeler. I apprieciate her honesty and vulnerability. I hear her loud and clear. Thank you for sharing.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad to hear you enjoyed the show!

[@DestinationRetirement]

hello gorgeous. Thank you so much. it can be scary to put oneself out there. I appreciate the love. :)

[@1Surinamer]

The enthusiasm of the lady is so real. She made the best choice, it shows. Lovely lady.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Mexicobeanpole]

I really felt that part where Amy teared up. I closed an 18 year business of being self employed and moved to Mexico. I was under tremendous stress that was 7 days a week. 365 days a year. I actually did do a 5 year plan and my husband who retired from his job and we worked together 7 days a week on my business to make and stuff away as much money as we could. Even still we had family and friends saying we were crazy for walking away from it. But, we both had numerous health problems from the stress. My main ones were insomnia, panic attacks, chronic fatigue and back pain. I had had 3 MRIs on my back with no clear answers. But, we knew if we didn’t change anything we would be dead sooner rather than later. We’re permanently in Mexico for 8 months now, and all of my health problems are history. And on top of it, I lost 30 lbs without ever setting out to do it. I believe it’s because everything is preservative and GMO free. We also, after 53 years together, feel like honeymooners. 😘 😊 I’m happy for Amy that she has a plan.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is amazing! The Stress was killing me too back in the states and I also had no idea how much it was affecting me! I lost so much weight in Mexico as well and i actually ate more junk food here! The best decision I ever made and I can assume many other people as well was moving to Mexico! Thanks again for sharing! Viva Mexico!

[@rosiecastro5322]

Sooooooo HAPPY FOR YOU TWO!!! Thank you so much for sharing your story. It's so true, stress can kill you! Enjoy your new and well deserved life in my country!!!❤❤

[@stcroixlover1]

Amy, thank for being vulnerable and exposing your feels re stress. I am in the exact same situation with my job as a legal secretary. We have gone from supporting 2 attorneys to supporting 7. My job is extremely stressful and overwhelming. I am planning to retire in January 2025 because I just can't continue to live like I have been.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you enjoyed the interview. 2025 is right around the corner!

[@DestinationRetirement]

January! That is amazing. It is so close now and I am on your heels. :)

[@milesandcoffee]

I can relate to her story. I tell people I moved to Mexico for my health! Less stress, less work, better quality of life. I was supposed to wait for retirement --so glad I didn't.😊

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I totally agree. I myself didn't move out here for my health but since i've been here the benefits are undeniable. Thanks for sharing! Viva Mexico!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi Miles, Amy here. Good on ya for moving and taking your health into your own hands, and Mexicos.

[@leemartinez2975]

I agree! Remote work has enabled many working class Americans to take life into their own hands and move to other countries that offer a better quality of life.

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi Miles, thank you! I can't wait to be here full time.

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi Lee, My Job does not work vey well being remote. At the end of the day I think that is kind of a blessing that I won't be able to work (in that way) when I make the move.

[@mommadrew9392]

Amy is adorable . Love her energy her paintings and her personality. I left Merida in February after two weeks stay. I would love to come visit again for three to six months. Oh yes Amy I love your floors as well. 😊

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thats awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@DestinationRetirement]

It's so hard to leave after only 2 weeks. Come back!

[@gretacobb5582]

I love her. I relate. Leaving the US is critical. Looking forward to meeting her. I love living next to a market. Thank you for this interview Jose. I am coming in June. I will reach out to you. ❤️🥰

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is Wonderful! So happy to hear that you enjoyed the video so much!

[@lowell62]

I loved this video. I just love this woman's personality! She reminds me of a best childhood friend who now lives in Athens. Yes, stress can kill. My husband took is own life almost a year ago, my father died a month later. Zoning issue with the town, legal bills pouring in. I was prescribed beta blockers to keep the waterfall of adrenaline levels under control, and I was diagnosed with "broken heart syndrome". Yes, it really is an cardiac condition caused by acute trauma/stress. In a very real way Mexico saved me. Once I decided to go for it, researching and planning consumed me and gave me a positive future goal to concentrate and work on. I realized a couple of months ago that it kept me going and offered me respite from the heartbreaking experience of repeatedly living through my husband's death . Mexico is already my friend and protector. Can't wait to board my flight tomorrow.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Thank you for sharing! Viva Mexico!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi Lowell (Amy here). Thank you for sharing what you are going through. I lived in Mexico in the early 90's and it changed me too. I love that you cling to your future in Mexico, such a warm and inviting country, as your friend. Safe flight.

[@EastCoastGal66]

🙏❤️✝️

[@senora_san7159]

Amy is a beautiful soul with a great KZbin channel. We appreciate her honesty and transparency. I could feel her emotions. Great interview, Jose!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yes she is truly awesome! Glad you enjoy her Channel and the interview! Saludos!

[@DestinationRetirement]

HI! Wow, thank you for the sweet comment. :) :)

[@sophiemarcaurele]

What's her youtube channel? ❤

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi! its called Destination Retirement. Thank you. :) @@sophiemarcaurele

[@senora_san7159]

@@sophiemarcaurele Destination Retirement. Her videos are very informative.

[@dianaj3139]

WOW!!!! Jose, this is one of your all time best videos EVER!! I really love everything you do, but this is like the " Icing on the cake"!! I am over the moon for Amy! She is a visionary. She could school people like me on making a real 5 year plan! I remember starting those back in my 20's but the 5 year plan became like a 15 year plan because I didn't have the "Countdown" App. I think you really solidified what Merida offers in a whole new way, with the ART of restoration, and practical lifestyle options. GRACIAS!!!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Thank you so much for the kind words! I really appreciate them and so happy that so many people are enjoying this video very mucho! She truly is awesome! Thanks again for sharing with us!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi Diana, Yeessss go make that 5 year plan! :) Thank you.

[@colleenjolicoeur6059]

Very touching and very inspirational. As I sit here in my 50's with my stomach ulcer and my refusal to give up. Jose your videos have such great info and between yourself and Amy you just showed us all what is possible.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you enjoyed it so much. Hope you get to make it out yourself one day. Thanks for sharing

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi Colleen, sorry to hear about the ulcers. Stress is such a real thing and has such an effect on our bodies. Breathe deep and allow yourself to dream, then set intentions around what inspires you. Thank you for the kind comments.

[@IDidItYall]

Thank you Amy for being vulnerable with us and sharing how the stresses you face is taking it's toll on you. That right there is the very reason I am choosing to leave the US and relocate to an area that provides with a sense of ease and less stress. I'll be in Merida in February and will look this gorgeous AirBnB. Thanks to you as well Jose.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you so much for sharing with us!

[@annastayziaa]

awww when Amy started crying 🥺😭😭😭 I just wanted to give her a hug ♥️ sending you a hug Amy🫶🏻

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

She is the best! We can all feel her raw emotion through the screen, we all have some level of anxiety similar to her from living in the US for so long. Viva Mexico!

[@esik.2888]

INSPIRATIONAL! What a beautiful job she did with those homes.. She deserves the best..

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I totally agree she is awesome! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Wow. thank you so much! I can't wait to show the finished product.

[@olayinkaoyo]

I’m about 4 minutes into the video, but I want to take a minute to say that I love her energy - very fun & positive! And the ARTWORK!❤❤

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you! Glad you are enjoying the video!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Thank you!! :)

[@tinagillespie908]

Amy is officially my new spirit animal! Love her, her homes, and her story. Thank you for this!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@dianacook6337]

The warmth and sincerity while sharing her plan to retire was heart felt. I stumbled on Amy’s Fb sometime back and I relate to much of what she shared. And Jose, you really make informative and fun videos. I hope you guys collaborate together again. Thank you Jose & Amy.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you so much for the kind words! I promise we will collaborate again once her second house is finished!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi Diana, I recognize you. :) Thanks for the kind comment.

[@jeffreyfoster4260]

Jose you knocked out of the park with this one Amy you are a Gem 🥰🥰🥰

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you so much!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Thank you Jeffrey! :) We had a lot of fun making this video.

[@MissShareOn]

OMG what a great guest Amy was...thank her for letting us in. I so appreciate her courage and honesty and generosity to share her story. So lovely :) very touched...

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Absolutely!! She is the best! Thanks for sharing!

[@sophiemarcaurele]

If I bump into Amy in Mérida, I think I may scare her when I rush over to give her a massive bear hug ❤ Thank you both for the gift of such vulnerability ❤

[@DestinationRetirement]

Totally do it! I'm ready. :)

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! I'm sure she'll love it!

[@lacocinadeira515]

I was born in Merida, moved to the states when I was 11. I love my town it has everything to live a slow healthy life! I can’t move back for good but I enjoy it every time I go!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Maybe one day you will come back for good! Thanks for sharing! Viva Merida!

[@mikearnspiger9715]

This is the very best interview you have ever done...highly informative and real.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi Mike, Amy here, thank you! We had a lot of fun making this video.

[@jessicasanes9424]

Omg I relate to Amy. I am 51 yrs old and counting down to retire in Telchac, Yucatan. I left New York City in 2022 to Upstae NY to spend some time with my mother so I dont regret not spending time with her when I leave to the Yucatan…

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@giordino68]

Thank you Jose and thank you Amy for sharing your story. I'm Italian and I lived a stressful situation for years, but next February, I will move in Mexico with my wife. In the first part I'll live in Playa del Carmen and after in Merida/Progreso. I would like to meet you and Jose, for sharing our stories.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Congratulations! Glad you enjoyed the video! Good luck with everything!

[@DestinationRetirement]

I would love to meet up. I am not sure when I'll be in Merida next. Glad to hear you have a plan for changing your situation.

[@joygatewood8028]

Awww, I just want to give Amy a big hug. Your stress is understandable. I wish I could help you out. Hope to meet you someday. Best wishes to you. Stay safe and be well.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yes she is the best! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi Joy. I'm dealing in healthy ways. Thank you. :)

[@mjc42701]

I really enjoyed Amy's journey to Merida, I can relate to some of the issues she has, like caring for a parent, I also love her taste, her openness about her experiences is refreshing. Great content Jose, Thanks for this.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Glad you enjoyed it so much! Thanks for sharing!!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi there. Thank you so much for the thoughtful and kind comment. :)

[@deborahjohnson-hall3342]

OMG!! This was an awesome video, Jose. Amy was so gracious to let us into her homes and share her personal story. She is fierce and courageous. Right on, Gyrl!! We’re visiting again for 2 weeks around Christmas and enjoyed staying in Santiago last year. Hope to go over and take a pic in front of Amy’s house as inspiration! 😉👏🏽👍🏽🙌🏽👋🏽

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi Deborah (Amy here). OMG, is my little house going to be on your vision board? Love it!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Thank you for sharing!

[@angel3629]

I love Amy! I watch her channel and she has such energy and her honesty comes through the camera!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Yes she is great and so is her channel! Thanks for sharing!

[@aleejay2007]

This lady is GOALS!!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 The homes are truly beautiful. It is refreshing to see her hard work, hopes, and dreams come to fruition!! Stress is a killer!! Take care of yourself during this process.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

She is awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@DestinationRetirement]

I love that. I am going to hold on to that-lady is GOALS. I'm smiling even as I type this. Take care of yourself too!!!

[@ready4jc]

Appreciated her transparency.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Glad to hear you enjoyed the video!

[@lizinawe]

love hearing you wanted to live among the locals. me, too. love living in mexico. never looked back and feel good here in cozumel, for now.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Viva Mexico! Thanks for sharing!

[@stephaniesmith9072]

This resonated with me! The stress and cortisol levels. I thought about going into real estate once I retire but rethinking it seriously now.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for sharing!

[@VORcomputers]

It´s the burn out of city life and work that you escape in cities like Merida or in beaches like Cancún, Cabo, Playa, Puerto Vallarta, Tulum, etc. This burn out also happens in big cities in Mexico like Mexico City (where I'm from). Personally I'm really burnt out by business, business problems (specially in an after Covid) , stress, insecurity, traffic, etc. and I'm also seeking a place with a slower life without so much stress. I'm looking into Merida or a beach.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Great perspective and very true! Thank you so much for sharing with us! Good luck with your move!

[@jasonstaub3045]

What a Amazingly strong woman!❤

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yes she is awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@brightonwestvideo]

I thought I recognized Amy on your thumbnail. We are fellow Oregonians!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! I lived in Seattle myself for almost 5 years. I love Portland and the PNW such an amazing place to call home! Thanks for sharing!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hey neighbor! :)

[@angelagarduno-realestate1291]

Wow I can relate to it, I wish I can meet her, I am from Mexico City, and a realtor in NY for 20 years, planning to retire and go back home, searching for the ideal location, Amy you are awesome! ❤

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing!

[@jackprsline6]

Thank you Brother for this gem. This lady is the real deal and she's showing me that what's going on with my rfc failure today is nothing compared to her situation. I was born in México so it's easier for me to get stuff done. I already open my bank account in Izamal in 45 minutes. Cheers from Las Vegas!!!!!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That's awesome! Congratulations! Thanks for sharing!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi Jack! Lucky you being born in MX! Do you live or are you going to live in Izamal, post Vegas life?

[@jackprsline6]

​@@DestinationRetirement Hi Amy! I admire all the cool things you accomplished.👏 I am starting the purchase process for a place in Izamal. The place is a split so I plan to live on one side and keep the other rented. I will move to Yucatán, rain or shine, on January 2025. Keep up the amazing work and wish you the best.👍👍👍

[@lulade7653]

She is real 💔💔

[@DestinationRetirement]

@@lulade7653 Thank you. :)

[@juanitarogowski1629]

She a beautiful soul, and so smart! Many blessings 💕

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I totally agree! She is truly awesome!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hola Juanita! Thank you love.

[@tonyetheselfcaremaven]

I love Amy’s spirit and authenticity as I listen to the replay of this powerful interview. It started out so lighthearted but it’s balanced by the realism and transparency. Jose, it’s truly a gift you have to have these kinds of interview experiences. Thanks again!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Muchas gracias! Amy really is a true gem. I really appreciate the kind words and the fact you love these interviews so much as well! Expect many more int he near future! Saludos!

[@CLTrattler704]

I feel the USA is very stressful too. The lady who was interviewed was speaking from the heart.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I totally agree, i had no idea how much stress i was actually under until i left the USA for good. Thanks for sharing!

[@13monkz]

I rarely comment about a person's personality but what an amazing, strong, genuine lovely soul. Anyone would be lucky to be her neighbor. And we have more in common than I initially thought. Keep on sharing your light.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you for the kind words! Glad to hear you loved the video and Amy so much! Thanks for sharing with us!

[@ju5055]

Great tour. Amy, you are a hoot! Your homes, style ambition, planning are inspiring. Those floating houses are fantastic! 😊

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I totally agree! I think she is awesome! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@DestinationRetirement]

A hoot! I love it. I use that phrase all the time. thank you.

[@Nola1176]

Excellent video!! I'm 47 with an 8 year plan so I LOVE hearing people's plan turn into reality. I love hearing numbers, amounts, pricing bc it's rare that people share!! She is hitting the nail on the head with her perspective. The f*cking STRESS is real and when I made my first exploratory visit to merida this past April, all I wanted to do was envision my possible retirement there. Love Amy, I've been following her channel for a while. She such an inspiration. She's the real deal and I hope to meet her once I've made my transition. But I am definitely hearing her when she said buying tomorrow's house today.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Yes i agree she is a true inspiration. Glad shes showing us how everything is done on her channel too. Great stuff!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hola Nola! you will rock that 8 year plan. Hang in there. it will happen.

[@nimacastro7664]

Beautiful video. Thank you. You both are inspirational. One thing i would like to say is, i am persian Canadian and my wife is Mexican Canadian. We visit Mexico every year. This year we had three months trip all over mexico with my two young girls and my wife. From Airbnb to buses, from airplanes to taxi...you name it. Kids were on line schooling. Which was great and we had the best trip of our lives. I have to tell you guys this and i shared with many people. My 12 years old girl said to me one day when we were walking on the sidewalk im Merida. She said: dad sidewalks in canada makes us too naive and soft and dumb, sidewalks in Mexico keeps you sharp and smart, because your 6 senses have to be awake all the time. Holes, wires, ......you become very sharp . Its like living in jungle . Makes you strong. I loved what she said.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Wow that is awesome! I never thought of it that way but shes right! Maybe that is the reason they keep the streets that way, is to make sure people are always on alert and actually paying attention to what they are doing! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@nimacastro7664]

@@JoseArteagaTravels thank you. You are right. Maybe. Sometimes something even very small can open up a huge door to our soul. Your video with Amy is a very powerful video . My daughter's say about sidewalks in Mexico reminded of myself and what I said to my father when I was 9 years old.

[@isabelborders9311]

Yes, she is totally right! It is super expensive the real estate in USA and more at California where I am living and work as realtor. Amy is very sweet, thank you Jose for such a great testimony. Blessings!👍

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi Isabel, then you know. Blessings back at ya. Amy

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Shirley-n-Maryland]

LOL! @JoseArteagaTravels, I'm glad you turned down the Volume on the "WOW"...and the "BRUH"....it's NOT as shocking to hear it while we're watching. Great video! Her home has beautiful colors! Bright and beach-y!. Love it. Amy seems very friendly.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Thank you for letting me know! Making these videos isn't easy and especially when it looks and sounds different on every screen! Glad to hear the volume on the effects is not so jarring anymore. Saludos!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Thank you S. Taylor. "bruh.." :) I love that Jose is so whacky. :)

[@dorispeterson9059]

Amy!!!! You amazing! I'm thoroughly inspired now by you!!! Your story isine. Five year plan! Merida!! Yassssssss! 💕😘❤️😍👏👏👏👏. The second house is spectacular!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

You can do it! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@jameskreofsky5481]

We have a houseboat on Hayden Island in Portland Island. We have been watching Amy's KZbin videos and were so surprised to see her on your channel as we have been watching yours also. We also love Mexico and have 3 rentals(very small condos, only 450 square feet)and one condo 12 hundred square feet with a fabulous view of Cabo and the sea of Cortez) that we live in 5 months of the winter season. We chose Cabo because we have many options on how to make it back home. We have a straight thru flight from Portland to San Jose del Cabo only 4 hours and about a 25-mile drive from the airport. This is our 14th winter and have also driven the Baja 5 times...along with many other Americans and Canadians. In spite of what you hear, it is a safe drive as long as you don't travel after dark( cars without tail lights or maybe a cow lying on the warm asphalt to keep warm)

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Thanks for sharing !

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi James! That's so cool. Seems we are on the same path (but you beat me there). :)

[@Faben202]

What a great energy Amy has! I love her attitude, and want to thank her for her willingness to share and to be vulnerable. We’ve never been to Merida but I have an uncle that lives there and we will visit him next March. Coincidentally, he also airbnbs his home whenever he is traveling, which is often.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi Fabio. How exciting your first trip to Mérida! Welcome. :)

[@ajacrawford6869]

Amy, you are doing amazing things in life. Thank you for sharing your story. I can't wait for you to move to Mexico full time and just enjoy a stress free life. 2 years baby! 🎉

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

She is totally awesome! Good luck with everything!

[@DestinationRetirement]

2 years for you too? Congrats. It will be here in the blink of an eye. And, thank you, :)

[@MariE-go7ol]

Omg I know totally how you feel about your job! I am 57 yrs old and been a nurse for 25 years and I’m so stressed and worry all the time and for me I’m just Terrified about our possible election of Trump and our democracy being ruined but our country is just so divided now. I use to have Republican friends and it use to be ok to differ in politics but now people are killing each other and I don’t feel safe anymore. I wonder if I can do some kind of easier nursing down there. I think about selling my home in California and buying in Mexico. I feel so fortunate I stumbled on your site. Thank you for such raw footage. You are such a beautiful human.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@ICreateMyPath]

She's authentic, brave and delightful! Thank you for just being yourself. ❤

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

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

[@Shesalittlerunaway78]

One of your best videos! Thank you for the guest, she’s so “real “.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed Amy!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Thank you. I did try to let it all hang out per se. And boy did it. :)

[@Shesalittlerunaway78]

Your Colonia homes are beautiful. What an asset to the preservation of Centro Merida. Excited to visit someday, as I’m looking for my retirement “sweet spot”. Thank you again Jose, for inviting Amy, cheers !!

[@DenLD]

Yes, homeowners are responsible for maintaining the sidewalks here! I could really relate to Amy’s comments about the stress in the US.

[@DestinationRetirement]

Thanks Den. I am finding a lot of people are relating to the stress factor.

[@DenLD]

@@DestinationRetirement Truly. I cried with you just thinking about my old life there… fun fact. I know your next door neighbor on 53. Small world!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@susannepiercy6292]

I am a home owner in Kenrucky and we are responible for our side walks also . Viva Mexico

[@FrontlineNewsToday]

Loved this video sharing Amy’s honest feelings. Making a conscious choice for a balanced life and leaving behind the desperation of running on a hamster wheel.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Absolutely!! Thanks for sharing!

[@kimberly5928]

This video was so touching and real!…Loved hearing Amy’s story!…🫶🏼❤️🫶🏼🇲🇽

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Thank you for sharing!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Thank you Kimberly. :)

[@Freedom-dq8rn]

Oh my gosh, Girl, ... God works in precise ways. You just told my story. I don't know that I've ever met anyone so similar, down to the actual remodeling, ... I do it all, just like the HGTV gals. I love it, and I know you do too. I'm from Seattle, UW. I was a RE agent for 22 years, I'm a single woman with no children, and I recently decided as well that the stress isn't worth it. Packed it in 1.5 years ago. I had long term rentals and sold them, can't take it anymore. It's like a boat, the best day of your life is when you buy, and the next best day, when you sell. My parents raised me in Mazatlan from 1964 to 1967 before we moved to Southern CA. My heart has always remained in Mexico. I love the culture and love Mexican values. Unfortunately, I'm looking on the Pacific, but fear as you've stated, everything is already so expensive. Gosh I would love to be friends with you as I feel we have so much in common. I'm just halfway through the video now but needed to reach out immediately. I haven't travelled in a very long time as I was holding down a RE Business I built up, rentals mostly from after the 2007 debacle. Thank you life I don't have to deal with RE anymore. Major changes are on the horizon. So, all this to say, You are pretty much my mirror. My mother is elderly in the North East and I'm making sure I'm a short kind of plane ride away. After that, I'm officially considered and Elder Orphan. I see finishing my days out in Mexico. Those fruit and veggies at the market is enough to make me want to live there. Who's more rich? The US with the Walmart product or that beautiful natural spread you showed in the beginning. I love Mexico. Please, is there a way we can stay in contact?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

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

[@jojolorena]

I followed Amy for 2 years now. So cool to see 2 people I love in one video. I can’t wait for the magical day that I get to meet her. Love everything about her! Great video. Want to see more of you 2 !!! You guys should meet Cartess Ross! Move Abroad and Thrive is his channel. He’s in Merida, Cholul now.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Glad you enjoyed the video! Not too Familiar with Cartess Ross, but If anyone out there is interested in Collaborating with me, they know where to find me 😅

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi JoJo! Thank you. :)

[@aracelidelgado3526]

Great interview, such a lovely lady. Thanks Jose!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Thank you. :)

[@agafit5865]

very inspiring story great content

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@edmonta7301]

Another informative video by Jose. Amy's homes are very nice. That second home is awesome. Thanks for sharing. Amy seems to be a beautiful person.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

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

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi Edomnta (Amy here) Thank you so much for the kind remark.

[@eangie35]

Thank you Miss you are an amazing person, this is the same Journey I want to take , I am 53 going on 54 and want to do this exact thing, kids are grown and gone and I want to retire from my work of 26yrs sell my house in So Cal and move to Mexico, I"ve had a hard working stressful life as well and I Just want to take a deep breath and finally relax, im crying the whole time you are telling your story because I feel you! Thank you so much for all you advice and sharing you story with you. Im very scared to do this but i give myself 3 yrs and doing it on my own : )

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Amy is truly awesome! So glad to hear her story was able to motivate you even more! Thank you so much for sharing! Good luck with everything!

[@DestinationRetirement]

You can totally do this. especially if you have a house in so cal to sell. yes, I get the feeling of wanting to just take a massive deep breath. Maybe get yourself a good hammock for inspiration and relaxation before you make the move. :)

[@mrbear3487]

Woman born in America 🇺🇸 the smile on her face made in Mexico 🇲🇽. Enjoy Mexico amigos

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Viva Mexico!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Well said!

[@isabelborders9311]

Congratulations Jose, great interview and testimony. I am from Mexico City but Realtor in CA and Baja Mexico, I was thinking that there is a great niche of opportunity for baby boomers. Thank you for show this kid of videos, inspire and are very helpful. Keep going. Have a wonderful and Blessed business! 👏🏡🥰🙌

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@veganista5096]

Girlfriend, I know what you mean about stress on the job! I wish I could have a conversation with you because I feel like I am at my wits end with jobs, bad managers, working long hours with no increase in pay. I am seriously trying to plan my move to Merida. I loved your interview! Dry your tears everything will be ok!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Hope things get better! Thanks for sharing!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Aww thank you veganista. I feel the love. Set your intentions without even realizing how it will come to pass and it will start to unfold for you. hang in there.

[@francescastruita694]

Love love all your art work!!! Cutest house I have seen yet!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you enjoyed it so much!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Thank you so much!! I just found a great new local artist and he just finished paining a huge tango dance scene for me. Can't wait to do an update video to share with everyone.

[@NoraGomez-nf3jz]

Thank you for your story Amy!!!!! Your bravery and honesty are inspiring!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for sharing!

[@Tina23Taurus]

Fantastic video!! Viva la MExico!!!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you! Viva Mexico!

[@dawnmecheleemanuel]

What a great lady. I just love her outlook. Keep being you!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Absolutely!! She is awesome!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi Dawn, Amy here, Thank you. You rock!

[@rc5016]

Thank you for the moment of reality you gave to us Miss.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

She is truly awesome. Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Thank you. I thought it important to be real.

[@maryfurman698]

Thank you Amy. I hear you. I’m a nurse in the US and life here is very stressful. I’m living through you.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@michaelkraft218]

I enjoyed the "moment of reality" very much. What a sweet, honest person. I feel that reality going on in my life, though not in a high stress job. What bravery you have to take proactive steps to prolong your life.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

[@directionofease]

Intimate interview, Jose. Thank you and Amy. 🙏🏻

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@DestinationRetirement]

You're welcome. :)

[@robyn9617]

I love her interview and story.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi Robyn, thank you! :)

[@aimeepaterson4423]

I❤️AMY. She's FANTASTIC!!! Plus, I'm Coming To Merida (Because Of Amy) To Stay In Her AirBnb (The 2nd House) It's SO ENDEARING! Yes The 1st House Is Lovely Too, But That New One Has Stolen My Heart! AMY... GOOD LUCK With The 5-Year Plan! Definitely Will Book Your AIRBNB. Jose, Thanks So Much For This Video! See You Soon -ish In Mexico, Merida.🌺

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That's Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@marinalevy3364]

I feel you!! hope to meet you one day, i got inspired to get a prop there because of you!! we are neighbors now...

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@DestinationRetirement]

That is so awesome! I love hearing that. Where is your property? Congrats.

[@buildingbuildercip8292]

Great house tour, and great episode. I like your style of interviewing. This was very entertaining.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video so much!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Jose's interviews rock. We had fun making this episode.

[@ZaBuZaMoMoChi86]

I recognised at a glance Barrio de santiago (where I live)... Paired with la ermita and the San Sebastian they're the most beautiful zones of Mérida centre

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Yes I love El Centro too!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Especially Santiago on a Tuesday night.

[@tlvance3973]

Nice to "meet" you Amy. Hope we run into each other in Merida sometime. I've been here, also "accidentally", in a little town south of Merida, since 2015, AND I'm from Oregon. I even once lived in the Seattle area, and trying to feather my retirement nest here on a five year plan. I almost felt like I was looking in a mirror 😅. Good luck!

[@DestinationRetirement]

NICE. Would love to meet up some day.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@freedomfannie8622]

Terrific, informative interview! Thank you Amy and Jose!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@DestinationRetirement]

You're welcome! :)

[@gladysreyes5577]

You are such a wonderful person, and yes you are so right ,here in New York we truly are suffering, I am so happy that you share with us that moment ,thank you

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

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

[@SH-ww8lr]

Loved this video; Amy has exquisite taste, very inspirational! Thank you ❤

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Melissa-eh5xl]

You always have beautiful souls on your channel! All unique and inspiring! Blessings 🙏🏼💞 to you.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you! 😊

[@DestinationRetirement]

Thank you Melissa. Jose is the best! :)

[@xiomanaxoxoxo3212]

The Blanket from Oaxaca so nice. that second house is stunning. she is doing such an amazing job.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I totally agree! She is awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@MCC0599]

What a sweet sweet video. Bless her heart for sharing. The reality is true for many of us. Thank you!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you for the kind words! Glad you enjoyed the show!

[@rangerbob42]

I do love the floor tiles and white cement counter tops!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Me too! She is an amazing designer and decorator!

[@lizinawe]

i live in cozumel, a block from the sea. watching this video has me considering it may be time to move closer to better medical facilities. in addition, i can not longer dive nor get into the ocean very easily. have always thought of merida as just being hot and humid, but love that architecture and cultural opportunities there. hmmmm..

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

It's not any more hot and humid than where you are. Also yes Merida has the best Medical facilities in the Yucatan. It might be time to reconsider Merida. Thanks for sharing!

[@all4fitz]

I love the honest, common sense approach to life. It feels good to hear someone else talk with passion about minimalism. Amy, I think you said you were barely able to get the funds to buy 66. How did you have anything left to renovate?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Great question! Thanks for sharing!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi Fitz, (Amy here). Since the house on 66 was in INAH (historic building process) it was 2 1/2 years before I could start building so I had that time to save. Also, selling my big floating house allowed me to build out the 549sf tiny house, cutting my mortgage in half and utilities. So I hard core saved money. Needing to build up the funds also gave me the push to work extra hard.

[@all4fitz]

@@DestinationRetirement Ahhhh yesss. You said those things in the video about hardcore saving and downsizing but I didn't connect those to 66. What a fantastic story. Congratulations on an incredible retirement plan!

[@rangerbob42]

I am already loving her and her soul! She’s a real trooper! Nothing will hold her down or back. I envy people like you guys. I only speak English, but I’m am making it my ways as well. I’m going to retire next May! I’m so looking forward to my new found freedoms!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Congratulations! Thanks for sharing!

[@leemartinez2975]

One of the best videos yet Jose! 🙂

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you so much for the kind words!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi Lee. High praise indeed. Thank you! :)

[@stephaniemcgreevy4114]

Love the storage unit advice. I’ve been paying unnecessarily.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad it was helpful!

[@JimerBoberMexico]

OMG! I feel in love with Amy and her story. I too sell real estate but in Texas over 21 years. Jim and I will be moving to Mexico in 2 years are sooner. We thought about going to Ajijic or Lake Chapala but it’s so expensive there. After watching Amy we might have to visit Merida Mexico, it’s the heat we worry about even though we’re Texans. Hope to see you both when we visit. Bob and Jim Jim has one more year of teaching to get his retirement and will be 60 years old however I’m 66 now….. wish we could move today……lol

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@karentuttle9146]

Love her honesty! She is very entertaining while being informative👌

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@matthahnewald7261]

I'm very happy to be your neighbor. Good luck with the new house on 66.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@jayajaya788]

Hi Jose...Amy is such a caring and special person...thanks for sharing her with us...I know how she feels I live in NYC and I'm trying to find a way out for my mental and my health I have to get out of here ...I understand how she feels

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

We all deep down understand what she feels. She is the best. Very happy to see her story inspire so many!

[@DestinationRetirement]

Hi (Amy here). Oh my, I bet NYC is stressful. I love it for visiting. Are you considering Mexico? Are there other people in your life that would be part of moving away from NY? I'm intrigued. There are plenty of countries where a person can re-invent their lives. :)

[@jayajaya788]

Hi Amy...I love Merida but there is another country that moves me also...Merida is less expensive than the other Country that I was thinking about...The problem is shipping or getting rid of things...I'm a jewelry designer and I have so much material that it would take at least 10 suitcases...that's my bread and butter...I don't make a lot of money cause everything goes to rent...gas... electricity...storage..you name it... I do get close to 1,000 every month but I feel like I have to still have a passive income in order to move to Merida...Im not trying to live above my means Im just looking for my peace...I think that I'm going to do a consultation with Jose and maybe he can suggest something...I just subscribed to your channel if there is anything else that you can think of please reach out...Thank you Amy@@DestinationRetirement

[@DestinationRetirement]

I know some people do well at teaching English as a second language. Or maybe you could get into property management for short term rentals where ever you end up? Just some thoughts.@@jayajaya788

[@DestinationRetirement]

@@MaryGwenDungan Internet is great now. Are you in MX now?

[@estelatechera5147]

Great tour , great videos as always , cheers

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@cesarmeraz1450]

Jose y Amy mil Gracias por compartir esta gran video. Amy thank you for shearing your good and not so good history and you keep going don’t stop , you are that wall in the second house! We will name the wall…. Piedra Amy. Bravo Bravo

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That's awesome! Glad you enjoyed it! Saludos!

[@jasminerosepetal]

I did learn that in some areas of NYC, the homeowner is responsible for maintaining the sidewalk as I once watched a related video. The person was able to work with the city contractors to install a heated sidewalk when the sidewalks were being replaced. So glad Amy took on the renovation of an older home. It will look beautiful when it is done. I hope she share's the cost of renovating it.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That's awesome! Yes she is very transparent about her costs in the interview and on her own channel. Thanks for sharing!