What I Hate About Living In Atlanta

[@KitatheExplorer]

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[@margiejennings6847]

Atlanta is a great place but it does have its issues The biggest complaint I hear is the traffic. I have been there several times and witnessed the chaos!

[@KitatheExplorer]

Yes the traffic is bad here. I wish we had a better train system to get around. Thanks for watching!

[@michellerigsby1321]

I was considering moving there but changed my mind and after listening to this I’m so glad I did! I definitely can’t stand roaches, snakes and other rodents it’s just a no for me! I wondered how bad the traffic was it sounds horrible! Dating I heard was bad from one of my nieces she told me if you move there take your boo with you! I want to move out of Rockford but not where I have to adjust to a lot of variables with no family around! I chose to move to Texas where I have plenty of family where the heat is my main worry but I don’t really go out a lot so I’m good with that! In the back of my mind I kept wondering if I chose the right place but after listening to your video I know I did, thank you for posting this video it has helped me a lot! I have a daughter with a bug phobia this would’ve been a nightmare for her! Thanks again!!!

[@KitatheExplorer]

Yeah I have a bug phobia as well. The roaches are just yuck. I have learned to deal with them but it can be a dramatic experience at times lol. And my mom can't figure out why I have to scream when I see one lol but hey that's what it is. Glad you made the choice good for you.

[@BudgetLove]

I have been to ATL once, loved it to visit. I couldn't see myself living there. I didn't experience the traffic but the way people drive down was a surprised to me.

[@KitatheExplorer]

Omg yeah the people drive crazy. I think it’s a combination of driving styles from people who have moved there and lack of driving school. But I love living in Atlanta.

[@MindyDanforth]

Great video- I live in Texas and hate the roaches and snakes too. I live in the country and we get traffic jams when the cows get out on the county road- lol.

[@KitatheExplorer]

OMG!!! Not the cows lol! That reminds me of one day (pre-2020), I was driving home from work and some goats had gotten loose in the city. I'm like who has goats and why are they loose lol!

[@keithfleming6019]

😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@ExtremelyBerry]

Really great talk! It’s so good to hear the perspective from someone who KNOWS! Public Transport is awful at times, isn’t it!? Xx God Bless 😎😍✝️🙌

[@KitatheExplorer]

Public transit is awful especially when you don't have many options for it like here smh! God Bless and thanks for watching!

[@YourNextCast]

Appreciate you sharing your honest thoughts. I have never been to Atlanta, but planning to visit next year.

[@KitatheExplorer]

You're welcome! I hope you enjoy your first visit to Atlanta next year! It has a lot to offer!

[@AL-Boogie.]

What’s up Augusta! Shout out to you from the North Augusta side of the bridge!

[@KitatheExplorer]

Hello 👋🏾! I’m not originally from Augusta. I loved there probably 3 years for work but was a good time and went over the North Augusta a few times.

[@downtownon7thavenue]

As someone who lived in Atlanta I understand your pain. I didn’t like Atlanta as a city but at the time I lived there it was super affordable and I was able to pay my debt down. Traffic is terrible which surprises me because of the city size. I use to hate when it rained because here comes the roaches 🪳😂. Don’t get me started in the air quality. It’s terrible. My eczema was unbearable. Great video as always.

[@KitatheExplorer]

I love Atlanta and these are the quirks I don't like about it. I mean no city is perfect! And yeah the traffic is horrific. It gets worse and worse every year. And yeah the air is terrible for me due to actual earth environmental things. Which sucks but is manageable now that I know. And oh gosh, when in rains, too hot, etc. roaches come peaking out from the tree or underground. I just can't lol.

[@AsiaSee31Thirty]

I think I always thought you were from here! This is a good video honestly! I love how you kept it positive still. For me I LOVE visiting Atlanta I just literally cannnnnnot do the traffic! Not a parking lot whew lol So I understand creatures where I am... Allergies are challenging here too but stay on it! I love that about Atlanta though - it's a city with trees! I'm surprised about that dating aspect, I hate that for you!

[@KitatheExplorer]

Nope, I'm originally from Cleveland! And I'm glad you enjoyed the video. And I had to keep it positive because anywhere you go or live could bring something negative but being able to deal with them is what matters. And I'm remaining positive! I will find the right man when the time is right!

[@comfortuanserume7850]

Thanks for the video!

[@KitatheExplorer]

Thanks for watching!

[@goingtheextramile0]

New sub here! I just visited it there we loved it but good to know

[@KitatheExplorer]

I love Atlanta! These are things to definitely be aware of though. Thanks for Exploring with me!

[@HawaBunga]

lol chile I need to do one for DC! I wouldn't trade it for ur issues in ATL tho lmao

[@KitatheExplorer]

Don’t get me wrong, I love Atlanta as mentioned and I have lived in DC. And I have no plans of moving back there or anywhere else any time soon!

[@armettalandrum4942]

you are right about the traffic - I am a traffic reporter for the city

[@KitatheExplorer]

Oh you really know how bad the traffic is! Lol

[@armettalandrum4942]

@@KitatheExplorer pass me up more than anybody else oh my goodness LOL

[@sharneseb.official]

We have a similar issue with roaches in NC…especially from all the trees. When I first experienced them I deep deep cleaned the house, (because to me roach=filthy/dirt in my head) but later came to realize it wasn’t us but the area we are in 😅

[@KitatheExplorer]

Oh yes, I remember my friend telling me about roaches in NC when she lived there. I never thought of roaches living in the trees until I moved to Atlanta. Its crazy! And I did the same as you! Deep clean and still end up with a random roach somewhere smh.

[@SimplyDej]

I love how honest you were! Everyone should know the goods and not so goods of a place! Thanks for sharing 🎉🎉

[@KitatheExplorer]

Yes indeed! I wish I would’ve known these things before moving to Atlanta. I could’ve been more prepared to deal with them. Or at least mentally prepared. Thanks for watching!

[@michelewilliams2920]

You didn’t mention the job situation there. I’ve been looking for a job in Georgia since 2019 with no luck. Stuck here in NYC

[@KitatheExplorer]

For me, fortunately I haven’t had that issue which is why I didn’t mention it. Nor my friends haven’t had that issue. I would say it’s better to be in Georgia to find a job. And not to mention companies worldwide have been struggling since 2020 with hiring.

[@mtanyctrainatlantamartatra7164]

You have a better chance when you know someone at a job who can vouch for you

[@KitatheExplorer]

Yes, job referrals are great in any city! The job market is a funny place right now globally.

[@Tjselfcare]

Omg I had a horrible horrible experience with roaches in my airbnb. I had to go to a hotel smh

[@KitatheExplorer]

I believe I remember you telling me about that one! My first and only apartment in Atlanta has a roach problem. It was terrible! I ended up buying a house so I could get out of there!

[@MichaelaEvans]

There are creatures everywhere unfortunately! I hate them all! You definitely gotta be careful of scammers. This is why I have trust issues and I'm reluctant to be nice 👀

[@KitatheExplorer]

There are but it’s definitely a different level of creatures of being in a forest area in a city in the south. And I feel you on the reluctancy.

[@keithfleming6019]

I tried living there 2times and Couldn't deal with the Traffic was why I left ATL.No thx u😂😂😂😂

[@KitatheExplorer]

Not two times lol!!! I hope you enjoy the current place you live! Thanks for watching!

[@where_are_my_keyz]

I hate creatures too!!! No snakes or roaches please & thank you!! Sitting 2 hours in traffic...no way!! Allergic to trees?!??! 😩 I think dating sucks everywhere 👀 (from what I hear) lbvs

[@KitatheExplorer]

Yeah the pandemic was the best thing that happened for me and traffic. I was so anxious from driving to and from work that I was getting sick on a consistent basis. And I agree, I think dating sucks everywhere too based on stories I hear from friends in other cities 😩

[@SamonesLife]

I’m not a big fan of wild animals either or roaches and them rats be big as a kitten. I will say Atlanta is better than Newyork regarding the rodents but I get what you mean. What I don’t like is people trying to get in your car 🚗 😫🥴

[@KitatheExplorer]

Lawd yes the rats are disgusting. I have only seen a few in Atlanta which are usually down in the Marta stations. But NYC I could be there for less than 24 hours and see one 🤣. I have fortunately not had the car issue. I ended up looking up car break ins across the US and fortunately Atlanta isn’t in the top list.

[@beckyobua7127]

Oh goodness God, I hate roaches and snakes of all creatures

[@KitatheExplorer]

You and me both!