Returning to the USA After Living in Merida Mexico 🇲🇽 🇺🇸

Hola Amigos, today I'm sharing my experience of returning back to the USA after spending two amazing years living in Mexico. Don't worry, I'm still here to explore the Yucatan with you, but I feel like this video might help provide some valuable insights to anyone curious about visiting Merida, or the United States.

[@rulitosan]

USA people who lives in Mexico, please do your best effort to respect our country, it is beautiful because our culture allow it, so try to stick to it and not to try to change as you think it is normal for you. You are running away from USA culture, so, enjoy ours as is.

[@williamshaw8106]

👍 will do

[@holaadventures]

Thanks for adding this reminder. Super important for people to hear. I'm pinning this.

[@privateprivate1707]

@@silverlining6259 Speak for yourself! I have lived in the USA since 1995... Mexicans are the most hard working and respectful people.. The problem right now is NOT Mexicans, but central Americans... Inform yourself..

[@sallylee6934]

@@silverlining6259 must be a trumper

[@whoahorseywhoa4685]

@@silverlining6259 NO SEAS BURRA ... that is a massive generalization. .

[@cellolessons6381]

When I moved to Mexico, my allergies disappeared. Now I know why.

[@soilofk]

I am from Nicaragua but have lived in Canada for over 30 years. I had bad seasonal allergies in Canada, and when I got to Nicaragua or Mexico, they were all gone!! And pollen and dust are everywhere. I don't know why, either.

[@carlostejada1479]

why??

[@chrissorrels7093]

You may suffer allergies in the USA depending upon the type of pollen, e.g., oak or maple tree pollen can be an issue, but the pollen from other trees may not be. Evergreens and palm trees rarely cause issues. Some tree species are male or female, but many shade trees that cause allergies are actually both male and female (monoecious).

[@Nowhere-from]

​@@soilofk Universal use of HVAC systems, especially air ducts and vents. They trap a lot of dust and mold.

[@mariekatherine5238]

There are lots of natural allergists in North America. Everywhere has its + and -.

[@susanfarley1332]

While visiting Oaxaca a lady came up to me and complimented me. A very nice old lady who was very sweet. I was an obvious tourist. I bet if she had gone to the US she would not been as well treated by an american citizen.

[@MaryGwenDungan]

To compare apples to apples, most Mexicans in the US are not tourists.

[@sky-pv7ff]

Because illegals ate mooching on the American benefit system.

[@sky-pv7ff]

Aww, if you think they're so great. There's many mexican neighborhoods in the US. I bet you wouldn't want to live there.😮

[@susanfarley1332]

@@sky-pv7ff Really? You will be so surprised to find out I live in the US and I'm surrounded by Mexican folk living in my neighborhood. They are very nice hard working people that keep their homes nice and clean. They are quieter than my other neighbors. You never see police cars at their door (unlike my other neighbors). So, what were you saying, again?

[@sky-pv7ff]

@susanfarley1332 yeah all illegals.

[@sony67100]

Hi! We welcome anyone that wants to come here. Just please be respectful to our culture and our ways. We have heard how some people from the US living here complain about the noise (yes, sometimes we are noisy) , our "organilleros", our Mariachi or Bandas, but those things are part of our history and culture. Also, I heard how a group of north americans did not allow Mexican people watch the eclipse at a site that is public here in Mexico! And they were very rude. Please, if you appreciate more living in México than in the US do not try to turn our country into the place you are running away from! Having said that... Welcome to México!!

[@holaadventures]

Thanks for the the rational welcome. This confuses me so much. I've heard stories like this way more than I would have ever expected coming here. Same with people demanding English. I understand that the transition can be hard but come on, children are more civilized. It's like they went for a 5000km walk and got confused where they were. Waking up Mariachi means celebration, not a reason to be angry. Thanks for adding it can't be said enough. ❤️

[@andreaschultz4552]

I love the family constellations in Mexico! The USA is missing that family unity. I think it might be the brightest problem with mental health and the population. I lived in Mexico about two years and cannot wait to go back and live! I’m German but live in the USA currently. But feel super Mexican all the time! ❤ Mexico en la piel! Mexico becomes part of your DNA, seems like. ❤️

[@holaadventures]

Great introspective points. I totally agree embracing family unity would be a big help. Cada día me siento más mexicano. ❤

[@Qghsts]

Come back to your motherland!!! Yes, I mean México ;), some tasty tacos and yummy horchata drink are waiting for u, greetings!! 🇲🇽

[@gearyb9870]

I retired from my career in Texas as a corporate attorney at age 60. I was totally burned out and experiencing several serious physical symptoms of extremely high stress. After 35 years of too much work for one lawyer, tight deadlines with hundreds of jobs depending on the success of my contract negotiations, overbearing personalities of top management with big egos and other challenges, I moved to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico on the Pacific Ocean. It is such a laid-back relaxing place with a sizable expat community from all over the world, endless activities, friendly locals and wonderful food. I used to get very sick in Texas 3-4 times per year from horrible allergies and resulting sinus infections. Those allergies disappeared in Mexico. You must be careful where you live in Mexico, but there are plenty of safe cities, safer than so many places in the US. One of the many noticeable differences, especially if you are older, is that there is less ageism. People of different generations mix with each other a lot more. Provided you respect the different Mexican culture and don't become "the ugly American" most Mexicans are very courteous. I have now been here 14 years! I do not visit the US very often any more because politics have become so hateful and divisive, I don't like the rat race with everyone frantically rushing around in their cars, and I hate the American medical hamster wheel of endless doctor visits when you are older even if you are in good health. I had 11 prescriptions when I moved here; now I have only one! I have returned to the US for treatment when I had a ladder accident, for laser cataract surgery and a prostate procedure but only so that I could use my insurance. If I have some minor health issue I can visit a doctor at a pharmacy without an appointment for approx US$6.00! There are some things I miss about the US such as my church but not enough to move back. I have a maid clean my house twice per week, something that would be too expensive for me in the US. It helps a lot to speak Spanish. I'm not really what I consider fluent, but I took lessons and can speak basic Spanish rather well. Overall, I love my life in Mexico.

[@nsbd90now]

14 years and not fluent... just basic Spanish? How does that even happen, er, not happen? Does everyone pretty much speak English?

[@holaadventures]

Thanks for adding real world experience. I hear you on the medical care sentiment. Medical care has been great. I find myself going to the doctor much more here even outside of the cost factor. Puerto Vallarta looks beautiful I hope to make it out that way to visit.

[@strongtowerman9661]

Glad you are happy. And church is a thing you can miss if you're in community fellowship. Is there any English christian churches in Vallarta?

[@edmundmcgrath213]

Churches are just social clubs anyway. A belief in mythological creatures and celestial dictators is slowly but surely fading from the minds of the educated and enlightened. It took only a thouand years for the Egyptians to switch off from the Moon and Sun gods of the greeks to the pharoahs, and now even the absurdity of that has been replaced by the son of God that rose from the dead, and is strolling around Hollywood blvd or somewhere I suppose.

[@eugeniogarcia1767]

I'm prety sure you can find a church where ministers do service locally. About dental I do it in Mx. No app, just pick one, and he can clean the whole denture and if there a need for fillings 1-3 pieces, everything 1 sesion; seeya next year, thank you Dr.

[@lizinawe]

moved to cozumel almost 30 years ago. could never go back there to live. when i absolutely must go back, can not wait to return here. sure, i have no bath tub, oven, nor some other "noramal" amenities but don;t miss them. would rather be here with the sweetness of the mayan culture any day

[@holaadventures]

Well said! I hope to make it to Cozumel soon it looks beautiful. 🌞

[@Lyn-ky9vr]

I can't wait to come back to Cozumel.

[@GlobalAdventurer]

I live in Mexico City since 2018. Anytime I have to go back to the USA (less than 3 days at a time), I can't wait to leave.

[@deliaaguilar3633]

I don’t know why you don’t have oven all the appliances are sold in Mexico

[@GlobalAdventurer]

@@deliaaguilar3633 I'm not the OP but single people like myself rather use an air fryer than heat up the entire kitchen wasting time using an oven.

[@NEUROMANCER2099]

I am Mexican born in Mexico City and where I have lived all my life, I love my country, I am proud of my traditions and the diverse food of the entire country, to all foreigners no matter what country they are from I can assure you that in any part of Mexico will receive you with open arms, my house is your house.

[@holaadventures]

Even with the little experience I have, I can still feel how much there is to be proud of in this place. Gracias por sus amables palabras.

[@ameenahameed8874]

This is one of the things that really attracts me to Mexico - I’m from the US. But it seems like Mexico and Mexicans are very warm and welcoming people and the country is beautiful.

[@PinoSantilli-hp5qq]

I really think the USA is making Mexico look bad so we all don't move down there....haha

[@tjbordercrosser1362]

The US Gov't has to keep Mexico's brilliance hidden or anyone who could would! It's like the USA was in the good old days!

[@anoushpaz9795]

Yes! Europe does the same. Even so, there is a flooding of Europeans from all places. I know because I do real-estate here in Mexico. Love that you’re all loving it

[@rulitosan]

it's a political thing, US want to apply pressure to Mexico in order to obtain some advantages when its time to negotiate international treaties, but millions of US citizens living in Mexico can't be wrong.

[@angelgregio]

I watch news from Mexico and I have family y conocidos que vivien ahí. Some areas are super super rough still with blatant corruption.

[@tjbordercrosser1362]

I thought I was the only one who gets that. It's mostly economic, but the US likes having Mexico where it is. Like a local mini China. Great trade partmer and the backup plan for all economic matters. But Mexico is resistant to the new world order. They have the religious wing, but the rest is a generation behind, at least and may not even gain a foothold here. Life is better in every way just without the fake economic motor/slavery that exists in the US. Mexicans are real free people. The former USA can't afford the world to know the truth about this or anything else.

[@jefemuga416]

Hello. I am a mexican living in mexico. I lived in USA for 15 years. I agree with you on all your points. I love both countries

[@azborderlands]

Do you mean you’re Mexican because you got a passport or are you truly a mesoanerican?

[@jefemuga416]

@@azborderlands born in mexico = are mexican

[@Lyn-ky9vr]

Damn dude, I am back in the U.S. to for about a month now after living in Mexico for about two years as well, and I can tell you that I can completely understand EXACTLY what you are conveying. It is really a big difference and it is very noticeable. If I didn't have to come back here for school, I'm pretty certain I would still be in Mexico or some other place. I can say that the U.S. is honestly over rated in MANY aspects.

[@holaadventures]

Glad you got to spend some time here. For sure we gotta do what we gotta do. Thanks for sharing!

[@edmundmcgrath213]

It's too expensive for a third world country is the main thing.

[@mjlpbn]

​@edmundmcgrath213 The US? Yes. For sure. (Yes, the US IS a third world country).

[@alxboca]

Isn't it amazing how Mexico changes your entire outlook on life? You have just found out the truth about Mexico, through your own experience, and not through the advisories put out by the US Department of State. This is part of the reason why, despite these warnings from their own government, US citizens keep flocking to Mexico, whether for vacation or to stay. I am a Mexican who has lived throughout the US and Canada and while I've been blessed with a nice quality of life, I'll tell you this: I will NOT be spending my golden years in either the US or Canada. I will be moving back home to Mexico shortly and really enjoy life.

[@ginap4066]

We retired to Merida last year. I have no plan to ever return to the States.

[@cwisaac22]

I have lived in México for seven months. Regarding food, my conclusion is that the United States is poisoning its inhabitants. The food quality in México versus the US? It is incomparable. Y para la gente de México, gracias por aceptarme como habitante de sus increíbles tierras. 🇲🇽 Viva México 🇲🇽

[@holaadventures]

For sure if you know, then you know. It's hard to believe if one hasn't experienced it themselves. La comida en México por sí sola podría ser responsable de añadir años a la vida de los estadounidenses. Por eso, estoy eternamente agradecido. Viva México.

[@cwisaac22]

@@holaadventures 🇲🇽🎉

[@lucio.martinez]

Mexican Food is, "Cultural Heritage of Humanity", Unesco (UN/ONU). The only American food with the distinction, representing the whole American Continent, and all of LATAM food. Tex-Mex is a branch of the Mother Culture, and different than the food in México. Tex-Mex is known the World over, by power the US capitalism. Saludos guerrerenses, from Florida. 🇲🇽🇺🇸

[@holaadventures]

Great info! Thanks for adding. I pinned your comment. Saludos from across the gulf.

[@AlbaniaRivera-t5v]

American USA food have the most toxic ingredient in the world

[@TsavoTouring]

I think Tucson is on the list as well as Peruvian ceviche and something else from Paraguay or Uruguay. But I agree Mexican food is by far the best the Americas has to offer. So much global influence and variety in one country. Now I’m hungry…

[@Lyn-ky9vr]

Thank you for saying "THE AMERICAN CONTINENT"!

[@edgardoplasencia511]

What's latam ?

[@tenaciousways6804]

Great video! I live in the campo, middle of nowhere central Mexico and I love it here. Everything you said was spot-on. Even the language confusion that occurs whenever I return to the US to visit family. The only politics I hear is when I check the news feed. The violence I hear about up north just blows my mind. Things are definitely slow paced here, which has been great for my US induced overachiever, fast-paced, anxiety filled mind. I still love my homeland, but I just don't want to live there anymore. I'll be visiting Merida for the first time in October. I'm super excited to finally spend time in that incredible city.

[@holaadventures]

I bet it's peaceful out in el campo! October should be a good time to visit as we'll move out of scorching season. Yes that's a good way to put it about the homeland. Definitely things there to love but so much to recover from at the same time. Buen viaje.

[@firstchoice7761]

This brought back so many memories. This is the experience we encountered after living in Spain for 5 years. We felt so safe there. You would be out at all hours, meeting young and middle-aged adults without worrying about being accosted violently. We missed Spain a lot after we came back.

[@holaadventures]

Spain looks awesome I hope to visit someday. Thanks for sharing.

[@bryanwinchell2485]

GREAT video! I'm an American expat who has lived in Japan for 20 years, so your observations were some of the same I've made whenever I return to my native Washington state (Seattle area). Much as I think American people are kind-hearted and friendly, I think the culture they live in convinces them some strange things, such as: 1) When I go to work, it's okay to be miserable and give bad service to customers; 2) competition amongst us should extend to many of our social interactions and 3) America is the freest place on Earth, and everywhere else doesn't compare, so I'm going to assume bad things about where you live that aren't based in actually having gone there. Anyway, just a few of my reflections from your excellent video. Last, looks like you found yourself a beautiful spot! I've subscribed because I want to see more of it!

[@holaadventures]

Awesome こんにちは from the other side of the world. Japan looks like a beautiful place. Great points also. Thanks for subscribing.

[@MCFC111]

AMERICA IS THE CONTINENT, AND MEXICANS, ARE AMERICAN TOO, CUBANS, ARE AMERICAN TOO. YOU MEAN USA.

[@swallacegray2013]

I live in Chicago, and yes everything u said is true, I wish my husband was ok with relocating to Mexico, but it's a no for him.😕

[@holaadventures]

I get it seems like a big change for him. Maybe take a trip someday let him see how it is. Thanks for commenting!

[@erikcastillo2454]

try Mexico but only if you know the language and are open to integrate and willing to pay taxes. We dont isolate like in the us with the background community, were all mexicans and so can you if you pay your taxes, integrate and speak mexican (spanish wont suffize)

[@jesuszamano7834]

Dile que está pendejo ,no tarda en que tú economía colapse y empiece los saqueos

[@franciscoceballospeniche9034]

I'm from Mérida. Just let me talk to him a few minutes and all worries will be gone away. Does he likes real peace of mind?

[@briankelly2037]

The Yucatán cuisine is my favorite in all of México. Even the tortillas are superior. Your review of Mérida is very fair and informative. Good work.

[@cerdayes]

I was on a work call all about diversity and inclusion, and my coworker from the UK was talking about traveling to the USA and how his parents were terrified for him, told to be save and careful. Afraid for his safety.

[@holaadventures]

Wow interesting hearing others' perception. Thanks for adding!

[@dogegamer3288]

One of the very best things about being in Mexico is not being forced to hear single thing about "Diversity and Inclusion".

[@SafeGuardYourSoul]

@@dogegamer3288 Exactly. America is over.

[@marccano5061]

They should be

[@sarintruelson3605]

I’m joining you in moving to Merida in October, and I can’t wait! 🎉 I’ve been on 3 separate previous month long trips and I’ve experienced coming back to the US after and being hyper aware of the differences. ❤

[@holaadventures]

Wooooo that's awesome! I'm super excited for you.

[@scottnichols-wg7ju]

I lived in Panama for years and feel better there than in the US. The world does revolve around America.

[@Dovndyr13]

Though never been to Mexico, but several times to the USA - several of your complaints make Mexico sound European. Like service at restaurants (as far as I understand US waiters only have a few tables. So even if the restaurant is empty, the waiter only has to focus on their designated area). Your video inspired me to visir Mexico

[@franciscoceballospeniche9034]

I'm from Mérida, Yucatán, México and, please don't get me wrong, I've been in Europe a few times and, believe me, here is better than you think. (Except 'calor' and 'mosquitos').

[@JDVG601]

Mexico is NOT like Europe. The service in restaurants in Mexico is way better than in Europe (where I am from).

[@jessy8a10]

It is way cheaper than Europe hehe. I live in merida I recommend that if you come do it from no to Feb. Otherwise the hot temperatures might be too much for you hehe

[@Selling-San-Miguel]

Great video! I've lived in San Miguel de Allende for 18 years, from Washington state. I teach Mexican Manners & Culture, plus Spanish classes. I love the formality in México, the respectful head bowing, the requesting permission to enter and leave spaces, the traditions, colors, food, music, sunshine, Spanish, walking, 4 generations at every party, kissing on the right cheek, pyramids, artesanias, kindness, etc., etc. Keep the videos coming! ❤ #vivamexico 🇲🇽

[@holaadventures]

Thank you for this, I love learning about other people's experience, and I always hear wonderful things about San Miguel de Allende. A Mexican Manners & Cultures class sounds fantastic, very cool! 👏

[@carlosmacmartin4205]

San Francisco Bay Area resident tapping. Glad you have been safe down in Mexico. It's truly a mixed bag down there. I haven't visited the country since the late 80's and aware it's changed tremendously. One of my good friends went down south to Mexico City last week and is currently travelling around. The locals have been helpful sharing very useful safety tips. Case and point. Just because the environment feels relaxed by comparison to other places, you still need to be on point, at all times. Don't fall for the Okie Doke! My friend (a USA born Chicano) has an advantage in that he looks Mexican, can speak, dress, and act like the locals too. That's a huge plus when dealing with the people down there. Thanks for sharing and safe travels!

[@holaadventures]

Thanks for sharing valuable insight.

[@carlosmacmartin4205]

@@holaadventures You're welcome.

[@world_mem7567]

Mexico, beautiful! Nice vid!

[@JuanCubilla-nb3st]

Excelente historia mi hermano 👍👍👍

[@holaadventures]

Gracias por ver y comentar hermano.

[@mattmatthewmatchuu]

ive lived in 5 countries including mexico (puerto morelos) and whenever i returned to usa i could sense stress/fear in the air

[@holaadventures]

Thanks for adding to the conversation. Puerto Morelos looks peaceful.

[@hasattachment489]

Making my way back to US soon after being in PDC for 5 months and my anxiety through the roof about it. I'm not staying tho. Tying loose ends then headed back 😊

[@holaadventures]

Aww man i feel like the algorithm should have waited for you to come back to show you this video. Wishing you a smooth transition! *high five*

[@jimmymartinez1909]

still miss all that After 40 years living in usa going back to

[@Appsclavitud]

As a born and raised Merida Resident, I agree! Great videos man! Thanks for sharing our little corner of the world. If a can help you with something let me know.

[@holaadventures]

Hey! Thanks for the comment, I feel very fortunate to be here in your wonderful hometown 🇲🇽 I'd love to meet up for coffee or lunch sometime. If you're interested feel free to reach out at [e-mail] . Cheers!✌️

[@Israel777888]

true true true true and true, I love mexico

[@holaadventures]

❤❤❤

[@unknowndrummer3229]

Agreed! Especially the last part. I moved from Colorado Springs to the Yucatan near Cancun where violent crimes where 2.4 times less.

[@robinrainmaker7232]

Colorado Springs is now becoming more violent than ever. Notice the highway signs and many road signs have Spanish on them too.

[@AleksPizana]

My sister went to Chicago a few years ago and, she was very upset at a restaurant when they brought her the check before she was even finished. It was very new to her.

[@holaadventures]

Thanks for sharing 🙏

[@joannastjacques5692]

Really great insights!

[@OldSchoolPrepper]

I live in Mexico (Baja) for 4 months a year...for 8 years now as I had retired 8 years ago. That said I've been coming to Mexico since 1989 or so. I would agree that previously people would say hello from time to time as I passed, as did I but not on the regular..though II always said Hola....the older I get the more I hear Buenas Dias, Buenos Tardes/Noche...Buen Dia etc. So we elderly (ugh in my late 50's) I can say that when one gets older, people start greeting me more often and really more respectfully. One good thing about getting older.

[@ignaciosegobianocamarena7593]

I love Mérida, my sweet home

[@Arcoriris26]

When I just moved to USA that shocked me the same things. One day my neighbor told me why I was dressed up and I didn’t understand why! I was wearing bermudas and a polo shirt lol Still shockes me seeing people wearing pajamas 😂😂 The waiter giving you the check before you ask for it seemed to me very rude, like “ ya se van? “😂😂 But also to be fair there’s things from here that I like. For example people called you and ask you before visiting you. And in Mexico anyone can knock in your door at any time and I now don’t like that lol I miss Mexico everyday, especially the food, because Mexican food in the USA it’s not authentic.

[@holaadventures]

Thanks for sharing your experience I love hearing about the experience going the other way (Mexico to USA).

[@jorgeserrano4395]

Totalmente de acuerdo hermano Un saludo!!!

[@holaadventures]

Gracias, hermano. Por verlo y por tu apoyo. Saludos!

[@montysano]

Merida/Yucatan was the first of our 3 Mexican trips, in December 2021. We stayed near Parque Santa Ana. I easily could have unpacked and just...stayed. Strange to be in a foreign land and feel instantly 'at home'. There were, however, days when I thought the sun was trying to murder me. 😀 "Isn't it dangerous?/Aren't you afraid?" are by far the most common comments from friends and family. I've never felt in danger, even when walking the streets of Mexico City. (Coyoacan is totally awesome, BTW)

[@daveoatway6126]

I live between Florida, US and Oaxaca, MX. I am much happier in Mexico than the US, and live better! Everyone I encounter on the street are friendly and helpful. I walk 3-10 miles every day in both places - bored in the US, interesting in Mexico. Last month I was back in the US and was shocked at the prices of food, clothes, and most everything. My girl friend and I had dinner in a restaurant in Oaxaca yesterday. We arrived at 2:30, we left there at 9 pm. We talked with the owners, other clients and friends. And had a great time. That is common in Mexico, and absent in the US. I don't have a car either place (first time in 60 years!). You are right about zoning in the US. In the US, there areno stores or services within 2 miles. My home in Mexico is near little markets, restaurants, and interesting things. Walking in the US is boring, in Mexico - never boring. I lived in LA for 3 years during Covid and often felt unsafe when out walking. In Oaxaca, I have never felt unsafe. I love Mexico! All of my friends in Mexico are Mexicans - and one Italian! There are other expats, but I rarely interact with them. Good video - fairly presented information.

[@holaadventures]

Hola amigo, love hearing about your experience and glad you're enjoying your time in Mexico! It really is incredible how different life is once you cross the border. Cheers to many more happy and healthy strolls through Oaxaca 🥂

[@orlymarq6238]

Down south is always vibrant and people are charming. Viva Mexico

[@holaadventures]

Couldn't agree more. Thanks for the comment!

[@ArmandoVersiculosyMusica]

Each food in Mexico has a lot of history because is a mixing or fusion of european and grate-ancient cultures likes Maya or Azteca. 🙂

[@christiekitchens]

My eperience in the midwest was that they're not that friendly, but then I am from South Louisiana and the people there are EXCEPTIONALLY friendly. Merida was nice.

[@sebastianescalante5618]

Mérida resident here! I'm glad you love my city! Bienvenido!

[@holaadventures]

Qué hermosa es su ciudad. También es un placer conocer a otro Sebastián. Gracias por la cálida bienvenida!

[@ServandoDrighbe]

I felt you hones, nice video amigo

[@holaadventures]

Much appreciated! Thanks for watching.

[@lmomariscal9051]

Muy contenta de q te guste Merida

[@holaadventures]

Gracias por compartir. Mérida es un lugar hermoso. ❤️

[@uliseso.b.d7302]

10:20 ahh there goes my Camara 😂😂😂 But i do have to agree with you on the people,vibe,food freshness and basically everything lol

[@holaadventures]

Haha glad you got a laugh, the struggles are real 🤣 thanks for stopping by and for sharing your thoughts and love of Mexico 🇲🇽 ✌️

[@vientolunar77]

So nice to see zach condom singer of the indie band beirut here😅

[@holaadventures]

yeaaa i can kinda see it 😄😄😄

[@garypage9515]

Thank you for this snapshot of Mexico and comparison. What kind of work do you do?

[@holaadventures]

Thanks for watching. My wife and I started looking for remote jobs even before the pandemic. I've been doing sales work, but trying to transfer that knowledge into helping promote tourism here in Mexico. ✈

[@TsavoTouring]

Mexico is incredible. Between the US border and Peru (so far) Mexico and Colombia are hard to beat.

[@holaadventures]

What's been your favorite things or places you've seen in Columbia and Peru?

[@TsavoTouring]

@@holaadventures the best part about Colombia is probably the people… incredibly welcoming and friendly. Also the mountains in colombia are great. We loved El Cocuy, Parque Nacional Los Nevados was cool, El Eje Cafetero, Tatacia Desert, small towns… I don’t know, there was a lot. We were there for about ten months in total. We’ve only been in Peru for a few weeks but the food seems to be pretty good… and the ruins are super interesting. We went to one in Trujillo that they’re still uncovering (that’s 600-800 years older than the Inca civilization. Ecuador was also a cool country. We were there for about 2.5 months. Honestly all of the countries have a lot to offer. Although none of the food comes even close to Mexico’s. 😅

[@holaadventures]

@@TsavoTouring Ah that's awesome. Mountains sound great right now with the 40°c weather lately here. Those ruins do sound interesting. I've started to appreciate them more after being here in the Yucatan. Thanks for the tips hope to make it out there soon enough.

[@Oreo-xc9sd]

Thank you for your good espírit and for being positive.

[@holaadventures]

Thanks! ❤️

[@franco2031]

Welcome to Mexico

[@holaadventures]

Thank you kindly ✌️🇲🇽

[@pacocreates]

There are going to be beautiful, amazing, and friendly people/cultures in any country. Unfortunately, our big cities tend to not show that as much as the small towns here in the US. Pretty sure the same applies to Mexico in its big border towns. I haven't been to Mexico in a long time, but I'm hoping to change that within the next few years. I can't wait to return to the place where my bloodline comes from.

[@rabelo725]

Yo vivo en Illinois y me encanta el invierno, en climas muy calientes me dan dolores de cabeza, aquí el verano es muy caliente también y ansío que llegue octubre para sentir el fresco. Me encanta ver todo verde en primavera y blanco en invierno he aprendido a amar Illinois. Disfruta México yo disfruto mi Illinois ❤

[@holaadventures]

Sí, las estaciones cambiantes son hermosas en Illinois. Gracias por agregar su experiencia. ❤️

[@josephsmith961]

The cold, and the weirdest thing to us was the commercials on TV. Every one of them about drugs, and all the side effects. Crazy! We loved Merida, but people are like big city people everywhere, cold and distant. But if you go to Centro and get off the beaten path, people are extremely nice.

[@holaadventures]

Yes how could I forget about the commercials! You bring up a good point. I also noticed how plastic everyone looks on the ads back in the states. Thanks for sharing!

[@makapan1]

This is a great video. I'm in my early sixties and I remember growing up in my home state of New Jersey when every body wasn't against each other. Now, because of politics, you can just feel the tension in the air, and its all over America too. I currently live in the San Francisco Bay Area and its even worse here. You just get the feeling that people would do anything. It's now popular for people to present themselves as unfriendly and disrespectful, because in their eyes, they want to be seen as powerful. That is all the rage in America right now, everyone wants to be seen as powerful. "I want you to know that I'm better than you," is what what people's public behavior says. I wasn't always like this in America, but it certainly seems like it has become the new norm. People here want you to see their expensive iPhone, which they conveniently whip out when approaching each other so they don't have to say good morning to each other. Its a power struggle. Every encounter is a power struggle, because Americans are obsessed with being seen as" powerful," not just an ordinary person walking down the street like you or any other ordinary person walking down the street. So, now what you have in America are 340 million people, of which a great majority want to be seen as powerful and it kinda looks like this; He or she, almost to the point of sickening cliche, presents as this super smart and super rich tech company exec who has really poor social skills (because they're super smart and all super smart people presumably have poor social skills), but it doesn't matter because he or she is also super rich. This is literally every single person under the age of 50 you encounter in the Bay Area, every single day. You see them walking fast, really more like marching, engrossed into their iPhone screen of the newest version iPhone held prominently in hand, not looking at anyone around them, walking into traffic, because it is rest of society's duty, presumably those who are not powerful like them, to watch out for them and to stop for them so they can safely cross the street or intersection, and, because they are powerful, its not their job to see to their own safety. In fact, nothing is their job. They do everything poorly and expend the bare minimum in all their tasks. There is no pride in their work. They are not going to help you. They are not going to give you a kind word or compliment. Greeting of the day? good morning? you can forget about that! It is all about them! Having manners and good social skills, as far as they see it, is not the sign of a powerful person. Of course then, when you throw in the current toxic American political posture, these people seem even more monstrous. There has to be a complete lack of self awareness of how ignorant they seem in the eyes of truly educated and caring people, but even if they were aware, I don't think they would even care. This is the new "modern" American person; Completely delusional. It too late to put the Geaney back into the bottle!

[@holaadventures]

Wish I could say I disagree, but you make a lot of valid points. Very much appreciate you sharing your perspective.

[@mlrs1990]

In your video the grocery store appears similar to Woodman's in Sun Prairie.

[@holaadventures]

Haha good eye. That is Woodman's in Rockford.

[@pacopeso8474]

Been living in Mexico eleven years could never live through another winter or summer in Memphis

[@oscarmartinez2538]

Nice video . Gracias 🙏 I can tell you as an immigrant from Nicaragua 🇳🇮. I have been in the United States for 30 years and it took me a long time to get used to gringo culture. It’s not easy to get used to a different culture. There are good and bad people in every culture. I appreciate and I am grateful to the USA 🇺🇸. Spoiler alert Spaniard conquistadores built a church in every indigenous pyramid in Mexico . 🇲🇽 You appreciate your culture when you get out of your familiar surroundings. I’m sure your Spanish language is great 👍 . Sad to see Latinos don’t teach Spanish to their kids 👧. Spanish it’s such a rich language. Disclaimer: Mexico 🇲🇽 is a great country with good and bad people . I’m just telling you reality.

[@holaadventures]

Thank you so much for the kind words and for sharing a little bit of your story! I hope the USA treats you well. I appreciate you stopping by my channel 👋

[@harley1122118]

I lived in Mexico for 4 years and returned to Florida, my home, 7 months ago. It is no nuts here I am leaving and even paying 2 months rent...penalty for leaving early....and the greedy landlord still wants more even though I am all paid up plus the 2 months penalty. You told the truth, people here are angry, unhappy, always in a rush, and the cost of living in South Florida is crazy. I am not moving to save money, I am moving to be happy again..

[@holaadventures]

Thank you for sharing your experience, I totally believe it. I like what you said about moving to be happy vs to save money, I think that's the best way to look at things. Take care and good luck with the move ✌️🇲🇽

[@telcobilly]

I live in the Philippines most of the time. Everything you said applies in my case too. It seems like the west is crumbling with corruption, greed and collapsing morality.

[@Astroxo_913]

Great video!

[@holaadventures]

Thanks friend 🤓

[@gto9073]

To be fair, you are in Merida. Merida is rated as one of the safest cities in "ALL" of North America....that means the US, Canada, and Mexico.

[@jvahl8747]

I had to laugh about your comment on people's clothes! My family - all at once, together - came to visit me in Germany 🇩🇪 I was embarrassed to bits when they deplaned with their jogging suits on 😅 and wanted to wear them all over Europe.

[@holaadventures]

🤣🤣🤣 That's great. Thanks for sharing.

[@kevinx9225]

Your outlook is cool, honest, and believable, but as far as safety, we are told the border is being over run because people are fleeing the violence. I am glad you are enjoying where you are but there are very safe places in America and dangerous spots as well.

[@holaadventures]

Totally. Thanks for adding. There are definitely people going through hard/unsafe times in Mexico, and awesome very safe places in the USA. Me mentioning the safety seemed more to do with the irony of making sweeping generalizations about the safety of Mexico, or the USA for clarification. My video would have been TOTALLY different depending where I was going and came from. Thanks for pointing that out. 👍

[@kevinx9225]

@holaadventures I'm not sure how it is in Mexico, but I grew up in LA. For example, graphetti only meant one thing. Gang activity. When I went back to visit Europe, I saw it everywhere and thought we ended up in bad areas. I only knew of Prague from the 90s. Places like that ended up being among the safest and reasonably friendly places (hit or miss), but I love it. I live in a very safe town in Oregon, but felt a different level of safety as we traveled. That and the lack of politics and money is also refreshing. For me, it's cheaper than therapy.

[@holaadventures]

@@kevinx9225 Interesting thanks for sharing. I had felt similar too seeing things that in the usa meant one was in a 'bad area' but here you still run into the friendliest people there.

[@EndyMX]

I'm from Mérida and this video is cool. But I have some disclaimers: the food shown there is NOT Yucatecan food, is gentrified food.

[@EndyMX]

The cars thing also applies only to the Downtown or Centro. If you live there you don't need a car. If you live elsewhere... It depends, but many places specially outside of the "periférico", would definitely require for you to have a car. You don't have to, but if you use public transport it would take you HOURS to get somewhere. Public transport has improved quite a bit recently though, new and nice busses.

[@holaadventures]

Hey there! Appreciate the comment. Yucatecan food is fantastic, and there's a large range of culinary influence here like I've noted in large cities everywhere. I really enjoy how much freshness and care folks here put into their cooking, no matter the type of dish they're experimenting with. The Yucatecan, the US, the French, Middle Eastern, and even Thai food I've enjoyed here are the best I've had anywhere. Feel free to let me know your Yucatecan favorites, I'd hate to miss any!

[@holaadventures]

@@EndyMX hey! Appreciate the perspective. I totally agree that some folks may still need a car, there are certainly plenty of vehicles on the road here. I think for an US born person, it's awesome to see services intertwined in neighborhoods, since that's usually legally prohibited in the states. It's hard for us estadounidenses to imagine having a dentist, a corner store, a gym, etc, in walking distance even if you dont live in the center of a city. But that's just my experience and view, thanks for stopping by!

[@EndyMX]

@@holaadventures perfect response, I just wanted to avoid getting incorrect ideas to people. Good places for locals and "gringos" that have many years of experience would be, and you probably know them already; Los Almendros and Hacienda Teya. Those serve Yucatecan cuisine that has good taste and presentation for both locals and tourists.

[@jessy8a10]

I live in merida. And I freeze out every time I go to USA as a tourist hahaha I am from the capital and to be honest people are more friendly in the center part of the country than the south. Yucatecos are nice don't get me wrong but so many times poeple don't say hi, good morning, good night. Like in other parts of the country

[@holaadventures]

The warm Mérida weather definitely thins out your blood, we just aren't conditioned for the cold at this point 😂

[@judithsersen3767]

I love the Yucatan, Tulum , I was really tempted to turn into an "expat" . Gusta mucho

[@JABINVA]

I don’t disagree with you and I am considering leaving the US as well but comparing any normal city to Chicago isn’t necessarily a good comparison. Chicago is horrible.

[@holaadventures]

Fair point!

[@rosevaldovinos467]

🙏

[@chrisalex001]

I mean I don't think Mexico is much less violent from the experience of my friends and family, but I think I know what you mean. My grandma once said the same thing about Americans, that they seem to just hate each other. I think it is the excessive individualistic culture they have which they take to an extreme. That is why I prefer neighboorhoods with hispanic people overall. When it comes to work, Americans tend to be friendly coworkers, but not as strangers or even as students so much. I do have to say that I had some pretty good street tacos in Ensenada. They were much better than anything I have ever had even in nice Mexican restaurants in the U.S.

[@jesuscisneros2555]

Para todos los hispanohablantes los estadounidenses son buenas personas igual que nosotros los Mexicanos la politica es la mala pero no generalisen ellos solo quieren vivr en paz y disfrutar de la vida igual que nosotros

[@holaadventures]

Gracias por agregar. De acuerdo. Generalizar lleva a pasar por alto la verdadera belleza y complejidad que todos compartimos como humanos. ❤️ ☮️

[@blackcatze]

Really thanks for the flowers , but why are you stepping on the grass in a prohibited area?.

[@holaadventures]

Hey there, glad you enjoyed the flowers! I definitely don't want to step outta my lane, could you let me know where the prohibited area is? I rewatched my video and couldn't find it, but I always appreciate being educated so I can avoid the mistake in the future. Thanks for watching 👋

[@marccano5061]

I just got my temporary résidence visa. Im going to Mexico City this sommer to scout things out for a possible move there in the next year. Morelia, Guadalajara, Oaxaca, etc im being priced out of the US, but the lifestyle here in the states,,,, always driving,,, the political situation, cultural,,, keeping fingers 🤞🏻 crossed

[@holaadventures]

That's exciting. Congrats. Dealing with the cultural differences and language barrier has still been easier than dealing with all of that stuff. Happy travels.

[@grand24able]

Great video, quite accurate tbh. Although Merida is not like the rest of Mexico, I was born here and I can tell you that this is not like any other city in Mexico (maybe only Campeche). Most of the republic has a serious problem with violence and crime, its "normal" for a lot of business to pay a fee to the crime organizations just to keep operating their business (derecho de piso). The national percentage of unsolved crimes is over 90% and in some states the police is just as bad as the narcos, having said that we in Merida do NOT experience any of that, but I know that we are the lucky few. Now obviously there are some zones in the country where there is not that many problems but those are the exceptions.

[@holaadventures]

Thank you for sharing your experience and views. I appreciate you taking the time to drop a line. Take care!

[@anacasanova7350]

Tambien es muy buena la comida peruana. Y la Española!

[@holaadventures]

Gracias por las recomendaciones. Espero probar ambos algún día.

[@andreaschultz4552]

La peruana si, la española no tanto. Ninguna se compara. La gastronomía Mexicana. Lo pienso yo. 😅

[@Aaron-hr5bb]

After 3 years in a medium size city in Veracruz state where we have never met another gringo my experience has been that people are very friendly and very helpful. In the US we lived in a very rural community in western Colorado for 25 years where we knew everyone, but when we were visiting Denver, nobody ever said hi to us on the street. Here that happens every day on the street. Mérida is much hotter than here, but I must say that during the hot months 25% of the men are wearing shorts in the grocery stores or walking on the street. I've counted. But unless it is a lunch stand, people do dress nicer for dinner. I wear shorts and a collared shirt for the local pizza place, but I put on pants for dinner downtown. My friends talk politics with me a lot, perhaps because they know I'm trying to learn as much as possible about the country. But I have noticed a reticence to discuss politics in groups. Most are strongly in AMLO's corner, but a few think we are on the path to being another Venezuela. I guess it's similar to where we lived in Colorado which voted 70% Trump in the past two elections. The biggest difference that I noticed going back for a visit is that tipping is way out of control in the US. Oh, crime. I have seen none, similar to where we lived in the US. In 25 years there were 2 burglaries and 1 murder. But I have been warned about not driving a certain highway through the mountains, similar to some remote areas of the mountains in the South when I lived there in the 1960s.

[@holaadventures]

Thanks for sharing. My friend just came down and was surprised to see the amount of people still wearing pants here in the 100 degree heat. I've always been a shorts guy but had to recently invest in some long pants😆. Thanks for adding some great insights.

[@thierryamezcua8001]

Eres un chingon! Ven a NYC!

[@holaadventures]

@@thierryamezcua8001 Gracias amigo! NYC parece increíble, espero visitarla algún día! ✌️

[@theadventuresofbrennandbon7791]

The US is insane. Never going back. I now live in the Philippines.

[@holaadventures]

Awesome! The Philippines seems like a beautiful place hope to make it out there someday.

[@jorgelizaolaj6109]

Por que no se largan a sus orígenes allá donde nacieron sus bisabuelos y dejan vivir en paz

[@holaadventures]

Buenísima pregunta. Sí, creo que es importante conectarse con el pasado ancestral de uno. Si más gente en Estados Unidos hiciera eso, creo que habría más paz. El problema es que Estados Unidos ha hecho mucho esfuerzo por separar a la gente de sus orígenes y crear una sociedad 'nacionalista'. Personalmente, el lugar de donde son mis abuelos no tiene buenas relaciones con Estados Unidos. Eso significa que es muy difícil para mí visitarlo sin problemas legales. Si algún día llego a ser ciudadano mexicano (ojalá) podré viajar allá libremente y experimentar la cultura. Así que, irónicamente, México ofrece una manera para hacer exactamente eso.

[@Realalma]

Cuando el polvo de México se ha instalado en tu corazón, no descansarías en ningún otra tierra. ❤

[@holaadventures]

Qué poético y cierto. Gracias por agregarlo

[@kelsyec5419]

Thats just Chicago for yah 😁

[@Foxtrotwolf]

Now you know the reason why my beloved Merida is called "La Ciudad Blanca" (The white city). uwu

[@alfredbguns]

I'm from Georgia USA and I will never go back mexico is nice

[@pantau9056]

When ever I leave my plane somewhere in Africa , arriving from Germany - I feel a wall of heat surrounding me ,until I leave again ..

[@holaadventures]

Wow I can imagine! This month I feel the wall of heat with every day being 40+ degrees here in Merida. 😂🔥

[@alonsorodal6250]

The part of Mexico I’m from everyone says hi to each other as they pass by must be a Merida thing my cousin lived in that area for a while, and I think it might be Mayan thing I’m not saying they are rude by any means but they tend to be more serious my cousin pointed that out

[@holaadventures]

Hey there! You bring up an interesting point, thanks for sharing! I notice people here are very kind but sometimes a bit more formal, so I think you may be on to something :) take care 🇲🇽

[@Cristobal-De-La-Sierra]

To all foreigners immigrating. My advice is to assimilate or don't come. All cultures must be respected by good moral compass and immigration law. ❤🇲🇽

[@alfonsomartinez1657]

Cristobal, your comment is kind of rude.

[@Cristobal-De-La-Sierra]

@@alfonsomartinez1657 Assimilation is so positive but takes effort. The effort shown really says that you love the country and want to be a part of it. I've been learning for 25 years and I also have a Spanish Language Team. Please subcribe to my Channel Cristobal De La Sierra. Don't be discouraged it takes time and effort but the people are the best! Gracias

[@Cristobal-De-La-Sierra]

@@alfonsomartinez1657 Immigration should be on a case by case basis. It's not easy but if you live anywhere assimilate to support your new country.

[@Chanok69]

4:14 that’s the Aztec calendar, not Maya calendar.

[@holaadventures]

Ah thanks for pointing that out. I put a note in that scene.

[@andreaschultz4552]

Everyone gets the calendar confused to be Mayan. 😢 I noticed that too. 😅

[@_juan_hernandez_]

Por que usas sueter en Merida? Que loco!

[@eduardovega7272]

Yo pense lo mismo, me da calor solo ver eso jaja

[@holaadventures]

😂 Lo sé. Es una batalla constante entre freírme al sol y sentirme como en un horno.

[@_juan_hernandez_]

@@holaadventures con un buen bloqueador de factor 50+ puedes estar sin problema caminando bajo el sol. Saludos ✌️.

[@hypertectonics7009]

@@holaadventures para eso es la guayabera amigo...

[@apaulatauiliili7025]

I thought merida is located far at the edge by the ocean far from Morelia

[@holaadventures]

Yes you've got it! Mérida is in the Yucatán peninsula.

[@cdpcullman]

Shocking he didn't mention the Cartel and Gang violence in MX ?

[@davidlucasmachado2831]

Why did you leave Merida ?

[@holaadventures]

A family emergency, I came back to Mérida after three weeks in the states.

[@nsbd90now]

Staffing levels in the USA doesn't have anything to do with being hard-working, or not. It has to do with paychecks. Working Americans are suffering over a half-century of stagnant and declining wages due to voodoo trickle-down Reaganomics. Pay rates don't even keep up with inflation. They are, literally, working for _less_ money year after year, decade after decade. In addition, the Republicans purposefully kept racism alive after the Civil Rights Act via "The Southern Strategy". That is how they attracted all the racist Dixiecrats to the GOP and the parties flipped positions.

[@Titibirrin]

*I give you a great recommendation so that no one abuses you and you spend your money better* If you came to Mexico, investigate how much it costs to rent a home in the area before renting it, ask several people about the houses that you like, ask them The people who live in that area remember each area then look for the house and rent the one you like remember each city and town changes the price, do not pay more because over time you only harm yourself and you will harm others because the People who rent increase their rents however they want, I pay $1,800 pesos MX. I live in Moroleón Gto. In Mexico it is frowned upon if you pay more than what things are usually worth, don't be embarrassed, the people are mostly very friendly and if you don't act like a local you will be rejected because you generate price increases and people have to leave. the surroundings of that community and adapt to being in Mexico. Mexico will not suit you if you like quiet places, they exist, you just have to ask, greetings...

[@holaadventures]

Thanks for giving a thoughtful explanation with great info.

[@Cristobal-De-La-Sierra]

It's called The Shit House! or ChiRaq!

[@jackcharlesjr]

what brand is that blue jacket/hoodie? i want to get one like it

[@perrykomick9478]

Walmart special

[@holaadventures]

Just checked it's a UPF protection jacket named "Sejuani". I got it from amazon. It's pretty breathable too. 👍

[@TheAbiffSolaris]

4:09 this is an Aztec reference (Aztec Calendar), not Mayan reference

[@holaadventures]

Yeaaa good catch I didn't notice until it was posted. I put a note in the video but it's kind of crappy.

[@RappRelevant333]

Whats the best time of the year to travel to El Estado de Mexico (DF)?

[@holaadventures]

I'm not sure personally about El Estado de Mexico, I can say now is not the time to come to Yucatan with the "feels like" temperature being 47 degrees c.

[@RappRelevant333]

@@holaadventures holy crap 😳

[@alfonsomartinez1657]

If you want to go to El Estado de México, try to be on cities such as Valle de Bravo, Cuautitlán Izcalli, Toluca. If you want to go to other nice cities, of the Estado de México, they are beautiful, however, some started to be unsafe, even for nationals. Some of them are surrounded Mexico city, and since they are the outskirts, it is very unsafe.I will go during June, July, August, September. In the mornings, it is very chilly, until 8 or 9, then beautiful weather. After 7 starts to be chilly again, mostly if you go to Tonatico, Coatepec Harinas, Ixtapand de la Sal, due to the fact that they are close to the volcano, Nevado de Toluca.

[@PedroSchmidt-fc8bs]

Mostly the few homless in Mexico city are from Latin America that ran out of money and are offer by the city goverment temporarily jobs but don't take it .Real Mexicans don't ask for a handout unless they are elderly ,where now with our new president ( AMLO ) has stop . But many think if you see a homeless that looks Mexican are but its not true I happen to be in a outside restaurant and one person came up to me asking for money without asking I new by his accent he wasn't from mexico. Mexicans don't ask for money especially now our country is making a turnover for the better this coming June 2, where our new constitution takes affect that will completely wipe out corruption and drug carted ,its not happing now because the minority corrupt politicians are being pay by foreign governments newspapers local especially US the .NY. Times , Washington Post , financial Times , LA.Times, pay by big corporations to discrete our President but it won't work the people are very wise . Also few Americans know the true about CIA, Humane Rights , Courts of appeals had in Mexican politics and how they were runing drug cartels from the American embassy and the CIA. had control of Bentio Jurez airport for shipments of drugs but no longer our president kicked them out and the 6-corrupt ex-Mexican Presidents fled to Spain another corrupt country that 45, Spanish were in Mexico not paying any tax free plu the US.companies that were more. I guarantee Americans will never find out because your two party system Republicans' & Democrats are united as one just like our two Party the Pri and Pan united together making the Mexican people think they were different. Also how the youngest American Ecuadorian president born in Miami, Florida order by US .to attack the Mexican embassy to get ex-President because elections were right behind and the US.couldn't afford having a lefest president like ( AMLO ) and stop the harvest of opium flower. I hope by next month newspapers would stop smearing our President as drug- eddict. womeniser , Dictator. Also nobody mentioned our president outlawing Marijuana planting and selling ,no racism, classism, homosexualty ,everyone is the same. Bing is first Mexican.