San Miguel de Allende: Two Days in the Expat Capital of Mexico

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Old, Alone and Far From Home

Old, Alone and Far From Home

3 ай бұрын

At various times in recent years, San Miguel de Allende has been named both the top city in the world and the best small city in the world. That probably comes as no surprise to the thousands of expats who now call the place home.
I recently spent two days in the city, in hopes of finding out what all the hype was about. I found a place that was full of beauty and certainly not short on attractions to see and things to do. I also discovered that San Miguel de Allende has been transformed by all the newcomers, into a place that doesn't always feel like it's even in Mexico.
Music provided by Epidemic Sound.
Having retired in 2023, I now travel full-time, seeing places all around the world. My idea for KZfaq is to make the videos more about the places and people along the way, than about me. I hope that the experience for you is both entertaining and educational. Perhaps you will come away from my channel with ideas about places you would like to visit or be inspired to forge your own way.
I travel slowly, spending four or five weeks in each destination. Hopefully, that will allow me to go beyond the surface to find the essence of each location. By the end of 2024, I will have visited 14 countries and five of the seven continents. Come along for the journey!

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@acajudi100
@acajudi100 2 ай бұрын
I survived the good and bad of the USA for 79 years. I am not afraid of anything, and I support myself, and help honest none beggars. Good and evil is everywhere. I moved to Queretaro in 2021 at 79, and God warns me on about evil and dishonest monsters. This is my 82nd year with GOD as my guide. Happy in cool Queretaro since 2021. Over 62 years traveling Mexico, mainly Acapulco, all 50 USA states and the world on my own dime from working.
@heatherstephenson4371
@heatherstephenson4371 3 ай бұрын
Just, wow! The architecture, the flowers, the murals and art...such a gorgeous place! Thanks for sharing.
@oldaloneandfarfromhome
@oldaloneandfarfromhome 3 ай бұрын
My favorite part was probably the Guadeloupe neighborhood, with all of that art! Thanks so much for all of your support!
@juanramos.jr.7948
@juanramos.jr.7948 25 күн бұрын
Wonderful video!👏👏👏👏👏! I love mexico! I was extremely impressed 😊😊😊😊😊
@oldaloneandfarfromhome
@oldaloneandfarfromhome 25 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! I was fortunate enough to visit some wonderful places in Mexico. I appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment!
@bamslerc
@bamslerc 2 ай бұрын
Mole eggs … drooooool …. I miss my Mexico 🇲🇽. Ohhh, and chilaquiles 😋😋😋😋
@oldaloneandfarfromhome
@oldaloneandfarfromhome 2 ай бұрын
Aren't they fantastic?
@nellyparedes472
@nellyparedes472 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing !! We are so excited to visit SMA pretty soon, it looks so welcoming !!
@oldaloneandfarfromhome
@oldaloneandfarfromhome 2 ай бұрын
You will absolutely enjoy SMA! Have fun!
@jazz_addict7079
@jazz_addict7079 2 ай бұрын
I visited here twice in the mid 60's and lived here in 1970-1971. San Miguel was a town, then, not a city. The people who are gushing about it now have no clue what has been lost, how commercialized it's become and how much sprawl, traffic and crime have increased. As is so often the case, its popularity has been the cause of its demise.
@oldaloneandfarfromhome
@oldaloneandfarfromhome 2 ай бұрын
I am sure that much has been lost from what the town was long ago. I made reference to it in the video, but it's not my position to criticize a place that so many people love. Thank you for watching!
@ericbrady
@ericbrady 3 ай бұрын
Nicely done video! Thanks for creating it. I’m an immigrant in SMA, 8 years here. It would certainly be debatable how much influence non nationals have had into making this city a wonderful oasis. My observations are the wealthy Mexicans from major cities have much more to do with the city’s transformation and are directly involved with the development. The upperclass of Mexicans are very internationally experienced, and San Miguel is their weekend playground. I would suggest this transformational influence is supported by their vast wealth more so than tourists from elsewhere. The majority of tourists are Mexican and can easily be mistaken for locals. Most locals only visit Centro occasionally. Immigrants make up less than 10% of the population, mostly retirees who have little interests in creating new businesses, although many have and there is a cosmopolitan feel with residents from all over the globe.
@oldaloneandfarfromhome
@oldaloneandfarfromhome 3 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words! Also, I appreciate your comments about those from Mexico being more responsible for SMA's transformation than the expat population. Being in the city for only a couple of days, it is difficult to get an accurate handle on cause and effect.
@TheStoneCodeArt
@TheStoneCodeArt 3 ай бұрын
One more Pristine presentation of yours, this time San Miguel de Allende, with History, and a superb filming, thank you.
@oldaloneandfarfromhome
@oldaloneandfarfromhome 3 ай бұрын
I appreciate that! I enjoying my time in SMA!
@lindylee1139
@lindylee1139 2 ай бұрын
Nice video and I love the name of your channel!
@oldaloneandfarfromhome
@oldaloneandfarfromhome 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! I am proud of that name!
@Bobjenner1787
@Bobjenner1787 2 ай бұрын
Amazing vid and very informative
@oldaloneandfarfromhome
@oldaloneandfarfromhome 2 ай бұрын
That is so nice of you to say! I really enjoyed my visit to SMA!
@bansenbrasada9665
@bansenbrasada9665 2 ай бұрын
We just got back and really enjoyed your video!
@oldaloneandfarfromhome
@oldaloneandfarfromhome 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! I hope you had a great time in SMA!
@ezmealstravels9221
@ezmealstravels9221 Ай бұрын
Beautiful video
@oldaloneandfarfromhome
@oldaloneandfarfromhome Ай бұрын
That is so nice of you to say!
@ellacroney691
@ellacroney691 Ай бұрын
Lovely well done,
@oldaloneandfarfromhome
@oldaloneandfarfromhome Ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
@storres1368
@storres1368 2 ай бұрын
🙏🙏🙏❤️
@AlaskanRamTravelAdventures
@AlaskanRamTravelAdventures 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing your experience in San Miguel de Allende. I enjoyed the great shots, especially the cobblestone roadway. However, I'm not too sure about those eggs you loved so much. Pretty saucy.😋
@oldaloneandfarfromhome
@oldaloneandfarfromhome 3 ай бұрын
You had to taste them! The mole sauce was the perfect combination of earthy and sort of sweet! Always appreciate you taking a look at my videos!
@Imnoturwife
@Imnoturwife 2 ай бұрын
I'm a Mexican/ american and i get my american passport in san Miguel de Allende there's a American US embassy they are nice people
@oldaloneandfarfromhome
@oldaloneandfarfromhome 2 ай бұрын
I love to hear those kinds of comments!
@merrilee4910
@merrilee4910 Ай бұрын
Promo>SM
@AlInlu
@AlInlu 2 ай бұрын
Expat places in Mexico by the sea or lakes are much better
@oldaloneandfarfromhome
@oldaloneandfarfromhome 2 ай бұрын
Given time, I hope to get to many more of those places!
@danielj2653
@danielj2653 2 ай бұрын
Chapala is the expat capital of Mexico, and much nice because it's by the water
@oldaloneandfarfromhome
@oldaloneandfarfromhome 2 ай бұрын
I will have to check it out someday. Thank you for watching!
@danieldiaz5740
@danieldiaz5740 11 күн бұрын
Ex-pat is just another word for immigrant.
@zandrarichardson5084
@zandrarichardson5084 29 күн бұрын
There is nothing American about San Miguel… depends on what you’re focusing on.
@nz1268
@nz1268 2 ай бұрын
I enjoyed your video, until you tried to take away from what the Mexican people themselves have created for all to enjoy.
@oldaloneandfarfromhome
@oldaloneandfarfromhome 2 ай бұрын
It was not my intention to take anything away from the Mexican people. I do think the presence of so many expats has changed SMA. As I mentioned in the video, however, that is up to each individual, as to whether that is good or bad. I attempted to stay away from inserting my opinion. I acknowledge that sometimes I fall short of my objective. Anyway, thank you for watching and for taking the time to comment.
@VinnyBully
@VinnyBully 2 ай бұрын
I wasnt impressed.
@pavc5687
@pavc5687 Ай бұрын
Great! One less so called "expat" there 🙏
@maximolacerante8808
@maximolacerante8808 25 күн бұрын
😂 go to the american midwest, oh you will be impressed, hopefully not too much😏
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