11 UNWRITTEN RULES OF MEXICO that you MUST know

After living in Mexico for about 5 years, I've learned that there are some unwritten rules here. These are some of the rules in Mexico that nobody tells you about.
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I'm Jordan, an American living in Mexico with my Husky, Laska. In January of 2018 I left the US to start traveling Mexico. Since then, I've been making travel videos about my life in Mexico, travel tips, Las Vegas tips videos, and advice for those considering moving abroad.
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[@TangerineTravels]

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[@barano9729]

I was raised in a Texas border town. This stuff was ingrained in my soul.

[@Bit-while_going]

That explains a lot about Texas.

[@corinasintion]

To be brain wash with programes that not make sense is very easy to fallow the speeps ppl

[@skrizzplace]

Grew up in south texas. Holding the door open for people, especially older people, is just something we're basically taught from childhood.

[@39MercFlathead]

All very true Jordan. And your pronunciation of the Spanish "r" is improving a lot. Optional traffic laws is how I explain driving to people also, but with the caution that 140 will might get you a speeding ticket and 150 almost certainly will. When I was growing up 70 years ago, the woman on the inside away from traffic was also always the rule in the US.

[@shinymonktouchymonk3662]

This is one of the best videos I Have ever watched on you tube. I did not know many of these tips

[@Grandpa_RLP]

We raised our son to walk on the side near to the traffic. It is called being a gentleman and chivalry. Not well known amongst the younger generation. But the pimp thing is definitely a Mexican thing I guess. We taught our children to say sir and Mam to anyone older than them it shows respect. I am 59 and do it to my customers even if they are half my age. We taught our children to greet people also and holding the door is a given. Especially for women. I guess these are things that are common in the Southern parts of the US but not so much in other places. Question: What if you do not drink anything other than water? You just order and not drink the drink?

[@christopherburnett1745]

I would think it's odd if a person never drinks anything other than water, but perhaps the restaurant may have bottled water or sparkling water available for purchase.

[@Grandpa_RLP]

@@christopherburnett1745 I drink almost exclusively water. It is one of the wonderful things I am stuck with after throat cancer treatment. That is why I asked because it is personal to me. I also know they have bottled water as that is about all they drink in Mexico. At least that is what I found in the half a dozen or so trips there. I just didn't know I was breaking some rule by not ordering a beverage and didn't want to be offending without knowing but not really interested in buying a coke or something I can't tolerate. Just trying to get info. What are you trying to do?

[@christopherburnett1745]

@@Grandpa_RLP They tend to drink bottled water, but there is a difference between what comes out of the five gallon jugs they'll serve a free glass from and a bottle of mineral water or something else a bit more upscale. That may not be available everywhere there, but it's certainly an option in some places. Of course, if a person is so willing to share personal details with a stranger on KZbin, certainly they could quickly explain to a server that they can't tolerate much other than water and I'm sure that would be understood. 🤷

[@Grandpa_RLP]

@@christopherburnett1745 I haven't had a problem thus far without explanation. As I said I just didn't know the unwritten rule. As for sharing my story I have no problem with sharing my bout with cancer. I have been able to help many by doing so and hopefully I helped you understand that there are legitimate reasons that you know nothing about as to why people do what they do. So maybe next time you want pop off some silly comment like "I would think its odd if a person never drinks anything but water" Many people drink only water for many reasons. 👍🏻

[@Nile55555]

@@Grandpa_RLP No problem, just ask for the water, it's usually free. Only if you ask for it in the bottle, they charge it

[@qualqui]

Very informative video Jordan, loving your job on editing it and what has me🤣🤣so hard,when you ask the waiter for your check, a friend summoned the waiter, not with a gesture of his raised hand and index finger, and/or saying 'Mesero(a), la cuenta por favor', he sounded a big, wet, LOUD Smooch, which I noticed is perfectly acceptable, the only one a bit unfazed with that was me.😂👍

[@TangerineTravels]

Oh my gosh, I've heard that loud wet smooch before and I was thinking "wtf"? lol Everyone seemed to think it was normal

[@grittygirlgraphics8633]

Excellent tips....so polite the Mexicans are. Lovely people

[@willbass2869]

You're joking, right? Murder capital of the western hemisphere after El Salvador. You know that, right?

[@donminecuador6044]

TY! Very helpful. I appreciate the easy to understand explanations. I think it is the same here in Ecuador.

[@billderaad5348]

Jan 2nd, are you still doing these vlogs?

[@susannedoe9320]

I live in the Gulf Coast of Alabama. When people don’t hold the door we assume they are tourists

[@rocioprice7929]

Hi Jordan! Happy 2023! Looking for more of your videos, I see that you haven’t post for more than 3 weeks. I hope everything is ok. God bless you.

[@ac4896]

Refer to their Facebook link for updates

[@fr3dbroono886]

Very helpful and interesting informations about mentality. THX

[@CaptivateTeacher]

Would love to hear about the new no-smoking laws in Mexico.

[@hectorcruz3368]

electric cigarete are eligal it cause adiction

[@wingandhog]

I live in New Mexico and am married to a beautiful Hispanic woman. Much of this is common curtesy and good manners but is tambien muy importante in Mexico or other Latin or Spanish countries.

[@jesusvillarreal4080]

Hello Jordan hope y’all doing ok ,what’s going on no videos .we worried about y’all. Have a Blessed Day young couple.

[@drewgrows7765]

I have been to Mexico extensively. The prostitute on the traffic side is the only one I am unaware of. That must mainly apply to areas where prostitution is common right?

[@sarahjane4719]

Same, I’ve never heard of this! Lived in TJ for 6 years.

[@gregbuser4690]

Other unwritten traffic rules are that turn signals are optional and stop signs are just a suggestion.

[@livableincome]

My now Ex Mexican husband thought it was fine to fly through little towns at 120km when the signs posted said 30km and there were dogs and little kids walking around. It was probably him rather than his nationality. There are jerks everywhere.

[@orlylandy]

Believe it or not a lot of these customs were very much practiced here in the states when I was growing up about 55 years ago . Today I've walked into places of business and have said good morning only to have the owner of the business reply what's so good about it. Peoples attitude has change but not necessary for the better.

[@rickydee5863]

Your reply to them could be .we are both above ground

[@willgibson7478]

Another accepable response to "Provecho" when you're eating and the speaker is being seated is "Gracias, igualmente" or "Gracias, igual."

[@KarlaDASK]

Rules when walking on the street: There is a book called Manual of Urbanity and Good Manners published in 1853. Is about morals and religion, that people somehow stills follows! Chapter 4 Del modo de conducirnos en la calle. “47-Cuando I’m caballero acompaña a una señora, esta lleva el lado de la acera; si conduce dos, se coloca en el centro……..”

[@fuziface]

Merry Christmas from Jocotepec , Feliz Navidad ! 🎅🌴

[@manawah.o.p.e.]

Very helpful advice, muchas gracias!

[@DistractedDaisy]

Buen provecho

[@livableincome]

Thank you. Most esp for the restaurant tips.

[@misaelaguirre1701]

Lol provecho is just too maaach sauce 🤣 I never say that, unless it's like I encounter a teacher or coach someone I don't know too much or my girlfriends uncle ant , get my drift

[@JennyDarlene]

Omg the greeting one is so true lmao 🤣 im Mexican and omg my family gets so mad if I dont greet them

[@paulbucklebuckle4921]

Thanks

[@bloodorangemoon]

An older boyfriend I had from NYC told me about the sidewalk "rule" he was pretty old fashioned, but I thought it was about keeping you safe from oncoming traffic...or splashing water from the gutters. I'd never heard a guy from my local area, California, talk about this, but chivalry is kinda dead here so I figured it was just a midwest/east coast thing where that was still alive. I had no idea the whole thing started with some backwards pimp shit WOW

[@punstress]

It was a thing when I was little (also on East Coast) but even then it never meant the woman was a prostitute! It only meant that the man was being unchivalrous because dirt or water from the road could splash the woman. Very outdated even then.

[@mwiebe2663]

I disagree with this supposed unwritten rule. I’ve never seen or heard about it meaning the woman is a prostitute. My husband is Mexican. Yes, he’s more likely to walk closer to the street (chivalry), but not always. I’ve walked closer to the street with a man plenty of times, and NO ONE looked askance or tried to “hire” me.

[@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw]

as a Mexican, it is chivalry. It is how my mother raised me

[@dorianbelen]

Laura Rocio In Mexico, men show their chivalry by protecting any woman. That's why they always walk on the left side. It is clear to say. It is not that a woman is considered a prostitute. For not doing it. But it will be highly criticized not to.

[@andrewpinkham9904]

@@dorianbelen that's good to know. Then asking a girl how much that's walking road side might be a mistake

[@therecoverysensei6363]

Lady on the inside is a Brooklyn NY thing too.

[@sunshinegalkw9675]

Useful info!

[@Teporame]

Here in Texas, traffic laws are kind of a suggestion. Everybody is speeding in the freeway, stop signs are like slow down, watch out and continue.

[@jefffarris9238]

It would be cool for you to do a video on your observations on the use of tú vs. Ud. in Mexico. I don't mean what textbooks say, most people who know Spanish know the basic "rules", but I have noticed some interesting things over the years that I would not expect. As a fluent speaker of Spanish, I am constantly observing this and sometimes hearing things that seem unusual to me. An example of this was when I was in Isla Mujeres a few years ago, a teenage kid who was helping out at a bar was tuteándome, and as a middle-aged guy, I was surprised. Is this because as a resort area the interactions are more casual? Also, is it changing? Your girlfriend or your native speaker friends might have interesting insight into this.

[@elenalucia2011]

El ambiente en los lugares turísticos es más casual, pero creo que el niño sí fue un poco confianzudo y maleducado.

[@susannedoe9320]

Haha. I remember being called “ma’am”. I was heartbroken 😅

[@andymedina8235]

Ty, Jordan! Wait, I mean.... Good morning,, Ty Jordan! All good tips💖☺ God Bless

[@rickydee5863]

I think the for sale in the title feels a little like click bait. But hey really enjoyed and learnt some useful info .i saved it in case i ever travel to mexico. So thanks .

[@rickellis7312]

I would buy a drink every time if restaurants where not using the beverage sale as a opportunity to writ the customers off. Examples are the main course is 10 to 20 then they want 5 dollars for a pop that cost them a five cents to a quarter for the syrup to make your drink.or the coffee tastes m like it was way past it’s due time.

[@alejandrosordoguzman]

In mexico city in higher income and original families it is considered rude to say provecho. It is considered an interruption. This is something that is only been done in the provinces.

[@LEBRON8895]

Thanks Jordan

[@aluuusch]

1:31 this one is scarry!

[@DistractedDaisy]

Question - what do you do for health care as a ling time resident in Mexico?

[@punstress]

His gf is a doctor!

[@maryjohnson753]

@@punstress She's a physical therapist, not a doctor.

[@rotcivlovosin9414]

¡¡¡Buen provecho!!!

[@drew1980ish]

Es bien provecho ,when someone is eating. And definitely enjoy ,at the same time it's a matter of showing respect

[@mikehodge5251]

Most of these "rules" seem reasonable but I rarely drink anything besides water with meals so I am not going to feel obligated to order a drink that I don't even want. I think the server will be happy enough when he gets the tip.

[@captainblando]

I thought the door thing was international? Maybe not in the US?

[@SarongGoddess]

This is EXCELLENT!!!!!

[@jj-bp3fr]

Correction: a señorita is usually someone that's not married yet and/or still a virgen or young. You can be old and still be called a señorita! And alot of older ladies and I mean older who've never married or had a sexual relationship will always correct you and say, "señorita porfavor!" If your called señora when your young, its usually bc your married and being called señora when your young is actually a compliment bc it means your married and señora is a highly respected title equivalente to the lady who is important, respected, mature, the person in charge and the person that directs her family. Señora= Mrs, Señorita= Miss

[@leemartinez2975]

Mexicans do know how to drive very well even by US standards. Mexican drivers are some of the most cautious and respectful drivers when they are driving in the US, for example when they are driving in McAllen, TX, my wife included. As soon as Mexican drivers cross back they go back to making their own traffic rules. Why you ask? Because the cops in the US enforce traffic laws and it is a crime to offer a bribe to a cop in the US. Mexican drivers know this and they also know that traffic fines are expensive in the US and if they do not pay their traffic fines they run the risk of loosing their tourist visas. Mexican drivers while in Mexico do not give ambulances the right of way either. It appears that they do not care about the patient inside that needs to be rushed to the hospital. That is one irony of Mexican culture. They are respectful when it costs them nothing but they feel they shouldn't be bothered to make way for ambulances. An interesting topic for a video would be disrespectful aspects of Mexican culture.

[@peacebewithyou6048]

Where are you guys? Your loyal fans are concerned ♥

[@evanstern3222]

Not trolling, but Dude- the stock footage is so not necessary…

[@pushslice]

Speaking of señoritas….you’ve certainly done very nicely to upgrade yours from the ginger looking one you used to have on the old videos..! i Bien Hecho, hermano !

[@UndeadSlayer5]

I think saying a greeting isn’t just in Mexico it’s in all of Latin America

[@californiagold3857]

This rule is several centuries old and did not originate in Mexico. The woman ALWAYS walked on the inside. It's chivalry. The reasoning goes that the reason the man walks on the outside was that if a car or carriage in the day went by and splashed water the man would get wet and the woman would not. Just a chivalrous thing to do and something I was taught at an early age.

[@718EngrCo]

“Mam”? I use that all the time.

[@chrisj7881]

It's not just a Mexican thing , I'm from South America and moved to the USA many, many years ago , and for me, it's very awkward to work in the left side if I'm walking with a women, I have to be in the right side. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@nkb8612]

I like the sh*t sandwich trick, which i came to know, how corporations do in performance review of their employees

[@L.Spencer]

You can't call an old lady Senorita, they'll think you're nuts. Dona works well for women older than 65 maybe, Don for males. My husband just explained to me that Seno is for women between Senora and Senorita. (Sorry my 'n' doesn't have the tilde) I've been trying to break my Mexican husband's habit of saying "hi, how are you" at drive-thrus. It's not bad, but if you do that in the US, you need to pause and let them answer, not keep talking and start ordering.

[@albertob.4638]

Jordan, hermano...... ¡ya eres Mexicano!

[@mrgreenelander4952]

It's kind of like when someone calls me sir, or mr, so and so, and I am like ahh no thats my father, not me. Or when I call someone in their thirties a younger person, because I am in my sixties, forgetting that I called someone in their sixties, when I was in my thirtes, sir or Mr, so and so, so now someone who was in their sixties when I was in my thirtes is now in their nineties, and I just call them lucky to be still breathing, LOL

[@bartphlegar8212]

Good video, but you should know that most of what you describe is how it is SUPPOSED to be in the US and Europe - and was up into the 1960s and early 1970s...It's called etiquette...(Not that a woman walking on the street side was necessarily a hooker, but it just wasn't done.)

[@adrienneduff1149]

I lived in Guadalajara in 1993. In the neighborhood I lived in, there was a man who, when walking past women who were walking by themselves, grabbed one of their boobs as he passed. I saw this happen. Perhaps women walking on the inside of the sidewalk accompanied by a man has more to do with protection from assault.

[@punstress]

Regarding sweet bread being brought to your table. 1:55 So if you don't eat it, they won't charge you? Why are they bringing food you didn't order? If you don't eat it, do they take it back and give it to another table? I've never heard of the "provecho" thing! Sounds so weird. I've never seen it happen when you video yourself dining out. And in Spain I noticed that the majority of diners order only water. I always felt cheap having only free water, but here in So Cal ordering anything else is the exception.

[@TangerineTravels]

I dont know why they do it but it’s pretty common for breakfast restaurants to bring out a selection of sweet bread. There’s no charge if you don’t eat it

[@okutaviof]

Yes. You don't eat it, they won't charge you. It is good manners to offer bread, even while being at your friends. So, it it's getting late, people would be expecting you to eat dinner, meaning sweet bread and milk... So you might hear someone saying: Go and but some bread for our visitors. If you hear that, you are to say that they should not care, you are ok. They would insist, and you might reject once more, saying: you should not worry about me, it's ok. They must certainly insist a third time, and even say what kind of breads they might get. Then you would say: ok. Thank you, i would want x bread. I offer to pay for it. And they would say; don't worry you are our guest. You should insist a second time to pay for it. You might say from the first time they talk about bread that you would want x bread, and how much is, and that you may go with them to get it. You might reject the bread even for a fifth time. But if they go on to offer up to 6 times, you should get it. Otherwise they would say: Your friends wouldn't even accept a bread. Now that you get that messed up thing. You understand that the bread should be on the table. Even if you don't get it. A waitress would offer it from the menu, but it would be odd. (Considering that you would be offered a bread for free at your friend's) So you are given the bread options in you table for your choice, but you are to understand that it is a restaurant and it is not for free, specially if you realize that it might be considered a main course. You would not be brought sweet bread after a meal, it would be there for breakfast or dinner. If you don't eat it, it is given to another table.

[@punstress]

@@okutaviof omigosh what a great answer! I wonder if it's just a small charge if you do eat it? I can't imagine it would be a lot but there are lots of ways that unscrupulous restaurants try to separate people from their money, especially tourists who expect anything brought to the table to be gratis.

[@okutaviof]

@@punstress Actually, you don't need to be a tourist to fall for it... Excluding the usual plain bread, you should always ask about anything on your table (either already on it or brought to you without asking)... Even if it is plain water in a bottle (you might even see the price tag on it). Furthermore, if the waitress talks about adding something to your meal and it sounds like it is free, you should nevertheless ask if it's free and how much it will cost, just to make sure you want to pay for it. There are things we know we can ask and should be free, such as sauce, salt, sugar, more plain bread, butter, honey and jam. Still, just ask. As for the price for sweet bread... It will depend on the restaurant: You should certainly expect higher prices on fancy restaurants, specially if bread is made inhouse. It should be around 1.50 - 2.00 USD (or even 3.00 USD). Prices might also be different depending on the type of bread.

[@nikkil764]

Nearly Everything you said is just basic manners in the South of the US. Unless you were raised by wolves, you let the lady walk on the inside, say Ma’am, hold the door open, etc. One of my coworkers was so embarrassed when her son’s teacher suggested that he go to deportment training because her California raised child was constantly making faux pas’ that were unacceptable here. She realized he was considered a barbarian by most of his classmates and their mothers.

[@suicidal_sounds]

Yes, a part 2 would be helpful.

[@JoeSmith-ym5rv]

Another one: Saying “buenas tardes/días/noches” to people on the street, in public transportation or public places (even if you do not know them) is pretty normal!

[@brettd3206]

I spend half my time in Mexico walking around and saying buenas tardes. Provecho isn't a big player at the street vendors, but still will happen on occation.

[@Homer-OJ-Simpson]

It seems that if eye contact is made, that greeting must be done. If there is a crowd it probably doesn’t apply but other than that, from my experience that’s how it seemed each time I went to Mexico. A not so busy area with shops and someone is just sitting outside the store - “buenas tardeS!” Waking through a neighborhood and someone make eye contact with you as they are cleaning their car or just chilling, “buenas tardes!”

[@thevagoo]

Vbvhj

[@javierglzib]

That also prevents getting mugged, it's weird but somehow establishes a bond between the thief and you because you are not longer a stranger

[@doncunningham3124]

@@javierglzib you're also showing respect which means a lot to Mexican people.

[@ronmani9476]

Interesting... I am of Italian decent and was taught to do most of those things by my mom. One other thing you should mention regarding restaurants is that you must ask for the bill, as its considered rude for them to just give it to you. Ive seen it a few times where people were complaining about the service because the waiter did not drop it off when they wanted to leave.

[@Homer-OJ-Simpson]

Yeah, Mexican or Latin American culture often have similar features to Mediterranean culture. Not as much as with northern Europe.

[@JoeSmith-ym5rv]

Bruh! Southern Italy is basically Mexico but in Europe! 🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽🤝🤝🤝🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹

[@jimdolen225]

and it may still be 20-30 minutes until they actually deliver it!

[@Grandpa_RLP]

I am an American citizen but raised in the South and we are all taught most these things. People in other parts of our country not do much. We took learned of asking for the bill but someone shared that with us on our first trip.

[@jyee2217]

Chinese restaurants too generally

[@justiceforall007]

Great video! I'm grateful to ask for the check, because I find that in American restaurants they drop the check as soon as you get your food- like they're trying to rush you. I had to ask for the check in Spain, too. Love the door holding too! Mexican culture is so polite and epic!

[@sandyn1440]

In America they pretty much are trying to rush you. You’re done and it’s time to leave gotta turn over that table and get that next dollar. I like the other way better as well.

[@BadDadio]

Where in the states have you experienced getting the check when the food is delivered? I’ve never experienced this but my travel is mostly in the western & southern states.

[@TheSecondWitness]

Yeah for real, where are they dropping the check right away in the US? It never happens. I always have to ask for the check so I have it and don’t have to wait at the end.

[@rstlr01]

I’ve never had anyone drop a check on my table without me asking for it! Must be a regional thing for the OP.

[@koltoncrane3099]

Ya I was going to say I’ve never had someone drop the check with the food. Whether that’s at dennys in Utah or Buffalo Wild Wings in Delaware. I will say when I was at a 711 in the Philippines I was loading up a slurpy cause it’s like OMG they sell slurpies in freaking Asia. Haha it’s like ya there’s McDonald’s but ya get rice with your burger haha. Anyways the security guard at 711 was like eyeing me down as I sipped my slurpy and refilled it like an inch. Haha it’s like oh no he consumed more then the physical cup he bought like it was taboo. My filippino friends didn’t do that just me. It was funny.

[@jimdolen225]

Absolutely brilliant crash course for people attempting to learn the basics of what is expected here in Mexico, excellent job Jordan! FYI even when communicating on WhatsApp people here never dive right into what they wish to say, they always start by saying good afternoon, good morning etc. first, then once a reply is received they ask the question.

[@attweerer6516]

Love that there is still good manners being practiced somewhere

[@acardioxc]

Basic. After 5 years, maybe you can learn to speak Spanish?

[@drewgrows7765]

You need to post once a wk minimum

[@sunnybrookfamily6711]

Your comment about señora vs señorita is right on! When I first got here at age 60, I found it disconcerting to be called señorita. Now I realize they are just being polite.

[@maineman9447]

Other than saying "provecho" to the other diners, I've always done all of these things right here in the U.S. Most of these actions were considered common courtesy many years ago. Even so, you've added that one bit of information. I recently moved to a place right on the border, so it is sure to be helpful! Thanks for a great video.

[@jnc07res]

It's not just Mexico, in many other countries, France for example, its a little rude to just walk up to someone and start asking questions. Always use a greeting or verbal salutation first, as though you wish to engage in a conversation. We North Americans are always trying to practice efficiency by not wasting people's time and getting to the point, but politeness and formality itself is often more important to other people and places.

[@ortiztransa]

Mexicans appropriated some "traditions" from France when they invaded Mexico in 19th century since they was in MX for around 5 years: Viva la France = Viva Mexico since both are in war to each other. Bon appétit same as "Provecho" in your meals and always a verbal greeting before starting a conversation.

[@peterjaro6804]

This was possibly the most useful and compact travel info on Mexico I have ever heard, and most of it: info you will not see in any guide books. Well done! This alone make a subscription to your channel worth it. Excellent!!! You are now officially WAY ahead of any other Mexico Bloggers out there...

[@cristinamason6593]

I think it depends what part of Mexico you’re in. I’ve never heard some of these before (born and raised there).

[@malena_galvez]

En donde naciste?

[@sierra5713]

How do you know English if you were born and raised there?

[@HH-kc1ym]

May be they learned it in school.@@sierra5713

[@th3toxicguy]

#1 is not a general rule. I think it applies in just a few small cities. This leads to a huge misconception of Mexico

[@eberlazting]

Yes, the other reason is that it's safer in case anything happens I rather have my girl on the safest spot

[@osbornebay944]

What if you have two "girl friends" walking with you??

[@eberlazting]

@@osbornebay944 my wife would be mad

[@technomike]

I'm Mexican, I've never heard about rule #1, and I lived in 3 major cities... only one female friend asked me to allow her to walk on the "inside" of the sidewalk, but that was it...

[@eberlazting]

@@technomike it's more of a low/middle class thing, big cities may not show this commonly

[@elsuperpollo2273]

That makes sense, no wonder my father would always flip his sh** whenever I spoken to him growing up without seeing morning, afternoon or evening. My father was born in raised in Zacatecas Mexico.

[@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw]

it is extremely rude. My father cannot stand that from my us born cousins (also from Zacatecas!). Nothing will bring up the word "malcriados" up faster xD

[@elsuperpollo2273]

Ikr lol, it irritated my father a lot I would mix both English and Spanish together. My father wanted me to speak one or the other but in the household always Spanish with respect. He even hated myself and my brothers when we spoke cholo. In the end it pays off I speak both, I'm currently learning ASL. It's led me to speaking two other languages

[@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw]

@@elsuperpollo2273 yes, it definitely pays to speak both, ans asl on top of that!

[@AA-cp8ry]

Please do a video on the details of your breakup with your girlfriend, May, please. Thanks.

[@ac4896]

Refer to their Facebook link. Still together.

[@carllind949]

0:05 In the fifties rule 1 was similar in usa. Men always walked on the street side as a respect to females. 3:44 Door Respect Rule in usa is similar but one should hold doors for all females and anyone over fifty.

[@mayanaztec6440]

As a Mexican American I always have to remember when visiting Mexico that I have to say, Good morning, good evening, etc to almost anyone I see on the street, otherwise they think I’m an A-hole.

[@Homer-OJ-Simpson]

Yup. Same here. The unwritten rule is that if eye contact is made, you have to greet them. Of course it doesn't apply inside of stores or in busy areas. But if you're going through a neighborhood or a quiet commercial area where maybe someone is just chilling outside of the store and little foot traffic, a greeting is a must if eye contact is made.

[@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw]

i mean, less of just being an a-hole and more just having terrible manners/uncultured and brought up poorly

[@mayanaztec6440]

@@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw I’m from a big city in America, we don’t go around here saying highly everyone we bump into. All those things you mentioned Definitely apply more to you than me. The irony of you bringing up cultured while making such a stupid comment.

[@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw]

@@mayanaztec6440 i do not go around greeting everyone, no Mexican does, but pretending you are the only person in the universe is very self centered and stems from being poorly educated. You greet your coworkers at least no? You do noy ignore everyone walking into work

[@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw]

@@Homer-OJ-Simpson yup!

[@lenagraham2093]

Here in Mexico, I also had to train myself to start every conversation with a greeting because naturally I’m more direct and straight-to-the-point. I laughed that I finally understood why spanish classes always spend so much time on greetings!

[@okutaviof]

Don't say Señorita if the husband is actually there. It would be disrespectful. However, no body would care if your language is not spanish.

[@TimothyBurt]

Left turns deserve a dedicated video IMHO. I got pulled over for turning left from the left lane. In some locals, a left turn can only be made from the parallel road to the right of the main highway. To new drivers in Mexico, this is most unusual. Also note that a U turn in a median, can result in collision if you do not KEEP LEFT. A big difference for US drivers who keep right at all times. Great Videos Jordan. You have done a lot for the channel.

[@mayanaztec6440]

Very good point.

[@elgringoec]

We always turn into the closest lane. Right turn into right lane, left turn into left lane. Crossing across lanes when turning shows a lack of thought, leaves nowhere for someone we might have missed seeing to dodge us.

[@thomasmaughan4798]

@@elgringoec "We always turn into the closest lane. Right turn into right lane, left turn into left lane." That's generally (maybe always) the law in the U.S. but so many people violate it that making left turns seems to be inherently risky if there's two left turning lanes. The right of them might aim for the inside lane and the left of them might aim for the outside lane causing a collision in the middle of the intersection.

[@elgringoec]

@@thomasmaughan4798 I always crowd em and make em think but a lot just aren't smart enough to realize what's happening. I'm careful to not let them hit me.

[@TimothyBurt]

The replies are interesting. Perhaps I misled some folks because some of the comments missed the point. I was turning from the left lane, into the left lane when I got the ticket. It was the "from" lane that got me the ticket. In Mexico, the roads are often split with what I have known in USA as a Frontage road. In many locals, there are two separate roads running in parallel each direction. The rightmost road allows access to the shops along the road, and the road nearer the center of the highway, is for long distance travelers, the logic being that this keeps the delivery trucks and double park/block the road kinda folks off the main highway. Making a left turn from the HWY is a ticket. A left turn is allowed only from the leftmost lane of the frontage road on the right. Note that the frontage road is usually adjacent to the highway with transitions from and to and from the HWY between intersections. I hope this helps clarify.

[@livableincome]

I completely disagree about señora/señorita. There is nothing more offensive than a man young enough to be your child calling you señorita. Would a 20 year old girl call a 50 year old man the equivalent of "sonny" or "boy"? No. If you are unmarried and young señorita works. If you are at least ten years older than the person addressing you they should say ma'am or señora ( regardless of your marital status) as a sign of respect for your social standing and life experience. People so obsessed with their aging process they want to be referred to as a kid simply have yet another form of identity dymorphia and should not be encouraged. If a young person pretends, seemingly for my benefit, that I am their age or younger, it just insults my intelligence and mental health.

[@rdc2021]

Hi there, I am From Mexico City and would like to share something that you may have missed regarding the rule about having your girlfriend or wife walk on the side away from the street. I was taught from a very young age that is more about acting like a gentleman, you are protecting her from the street like if a car passes by and there is a puddle, the gentleman prevents the lady from getting wet

[@robinredondo9427]

Very interesting and helpful!😊

[@doctorrobert60]

Lived in Guadalajara for 4 years going to school. Good points. I always said "buen provecho" instead of just provecho. I always asked for my paid drink to be served with no ice since the ice can be made with water containing bacteria, giardia, amoeba or some other parasite. I was treated for giardia and amoebic infections at the same time. This after being careful. I have fond memories and some not so fond memories of my time living in Mexico. Loved the people but dealing with government officials could be frustrating. I will shut up now!

[@MichaelGiordano777]

Gracias!

[@stacistein702]

Extraordinarily helpful video, Jordan! I was taught many of these manners growing up in the southern US. Southern hospitality is being well-mannered and courteous; it's refreshing to discover the polite customs of Mexico. I can't wait to retire there in a few years.

[@harlyredhonda9938]

Hey it’s been a month since the last vid I’m dying here

[@mwiebe2663]

Another unwritten rule: Never put your purse or handbag on the floor. It should be placed on a chair, bench or hung from those stands they will bring to your table at nicer restaurants. There is a superstition that putting it on the ground or floor is bad luck for your finances. This has become so ingrained in me that when I’m in Canada and see someone do this, it sets my teeth on edge. If it’s someone I know, I “helpfully” pick up their bag and put it on a chair or some other non-floor surface.

[@altyrrell3088]

I heard from my older relatives that a purse is like a part of the soul, and they wouldn't put their souls on the floor.

[@2008israelramos]

When leaving someone's presence in a social setting, you say "con permiso." They often answer "propio." Or when walking by as an equivalent to "excuse me."

[@catobie1948]

It used to be called manners or common courtesy which skipped a generation or two here in the US.

[@drewgrows7765]

American culture has gone into the toilet. A good many people have been reduced to animals

[@ssjrose9641]

Oh please be quite and sit down boomer.

[@catobie1948]

See. No respect.

[@ssjrose9641]

@@catobie1948 lol it's still called manners/courtesy. The fact that you are implying that the "newer generations" don't have any manners is disrespectful in itself. I have met many rude/racist/obnoxious people from all generations. It has to do more with upbringing/culture not the generation.

[@catobie1948]

@@ssjrose9641 the fact that you're implying that I'm implying is disrespectful to my opinion. So there you go...

[@omarhernandez9148]

the first one is more than being a woman for sale, it also represents that you care for that woman and that you will protect her against any danger or car (traffic) that may get out of control....

[@serwhit2490]

Greetings are super important especially in France 🇫🇷 🙌. You will be snarled at and dismissed off hand if you fail to use Greetings and proper courtesies.

[@Mxtraveler]

You could do this same explanation for Americans. All of this is common courtesy, that so many have chosen to forget.

[@1106gary]

My mother in 1950 Northern Pennsylvania objected to walking on the curbside with " what am I for sale?" and had never been out of PA in her life.

[@powamoto]

Rule number one if you see an orphan Watch out 👉👀💃👀💫🤯👺🦾

[@janetleeharrison]

Thank you, Jordon! The last thing any of us want to do is look like a rude tourist. Grateful for the valuable info!

[@joebombero1]

You make me miss Mexico. I really scouted it out quite well, Lake Chapala, Vera Cruz, Puerto Vallarta (my fav). Living in Texas for over 25 years gave me a lot of experience with Tamaulipas and Durango as well. But I ended up falling in love with a Filipina, so of course I ended up retiring in the Philippines. I don't regret it. I do miss Mexico though. Quite a bit sometimes.

[@jonathans.759]

Me too, met my Filipina in Mindanao. Have a home there and in the states for now.

[@joebombero1]

@@jonathans.759 I felt very safe in General Santos and Cagayan del Oro cities in Mindanao, but my wife's family is from Lanao del Norte hahaha. A different world there. Fresh air, great fruit, but no AC, no fridge, no TV and no Wifi. We roasted a goat when we first arrived, fantastic with ice cold beers. But my kid got sick. We took him to the clinic but the doctor is only in town Tuesday and Thursday hahaha. Crazy stuff. Nice to visit the province, but I'll stay in the cities thanks.

[@christopherburnett1745]

These are great tips! Thank you! Some of these are common in many cultures and are a lot of why people from the US are often considered rude when traveling. #1 seems a bit odd and probably not common everywhere there, but I think it's polite for a man to walk closer to traffic anyway.

[@ThereIsAlwaysaWay2]

Time to marry May and get your citizenship LOL :D Happy 2023 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!