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11 UNWRITTEN RULES OF MEXICO that you MUST know
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Жыл бұрынAfter 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 Жыл бұрын
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@barano9729 Жыл бұрын
I was raised in a Texas border town. This stuff was ingrained in my soul.
@Bit-while_going Жыл бұрын
That explains a lot about Texas.
@corinasintion Жыл бұрын
To be brain wash with programes that not make sense is very easy to fallow the speeps ppl
@skrizzplace Жыл бұрын
Grew up in south texas. Holding the door open for people, especially older people, is just something we're basically taught from childhood.
@lenagraham2093 4 ай бұрын
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!
@JoeSmith-ym5rv Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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@javierglzib Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
@@javierglzib you're also showing respect which means a lot to Mexican people.
@ronmani9476 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Yeah, Mexican or Latin American culture often have similar features to Mediterranean culture. Not as much as with northern Europe.
@JoeSmith-ym5rv Жыл бұрын
Bruh! Southern Italy is basically Mexico but in Europe! 🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽🤝🤝🤝🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹
@jimdolen225 Жыл бұрын
and it may still be 20-30 minutes until they actually deliver it!
@Grandpa_RLP Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Chinese restaurants too generally
@attweerer6516 Жыл бұрын
Love that there is still good manners being practiced somewhere
@justiceforall007 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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.
@peterjaro6804 Жыл бұрын
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...
@stacistein702 Жыл бұрын
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.
@maineman9447 Жыл бұрын
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.
@sunnybrookfamily6711 Жыл бұрын
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.
@jnc07res Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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.
@catobie1948 Жыл бұрын
It used to be called manners or common courtesy which skipped a generation or two here in the US.
@drewgrows7765 Жыл бұрын
American culture has gone into the toilet. A good many people have been reduced to animals
@ssjrose9641 Жыл бұрын
Oh please be quite and sit down boomer.
@catobie1948 Жыл бұрын
See. No respect.
@ssjrose9641 Жыл бұрын
@@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 Жыл бұрын
@@ssjrose9641 the fact that you're implying that I'm implying is disrespectful to my opinion. So there you go...
@ronaldoago-go5907 Жыл бұрын
Came back to watch this again it's packed with valuable information!
@TimothyBurt Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Very good point.
@elgringoec Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
@@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 Жыл бұрын
@@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 Жыл бұрын
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.
@39MercFlathead Жыл бұрын
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.
@AiNoMiko Жыл бұрын
I am so glad I stumbled across this video. I am making my first trip to Mexico with my family in September and am trying to pick up on small polite things I can do while I am there. This is absolutely perfect (I just have to try and teach it to the rest of my family lol).
@thomasmaughan4798 Жыл бұрын
I perform the courtesies in the United States but as an old school gentleman, there was a time (IN USA) when everyone did these things (man walks on the sidewalk nearer traffic and woman walks away from traffic; open door and hold it for people coming in behind you).
@cristinamason6593 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
En donde naciste?
@sierra5713 11 ай бұрын
How do you know English if you were born and raised there?
@HH-kc1ym 9 ай бұрын
May be they learned it in school.@@sierra5713
@shinymonktouchymonk3662 Жыл бұрын
This is one of the best videos I Have ever watched on you tube. I did not know many of these tips
@christopherburnett1745 Жыл бұрын
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.
@2008israelramos Жыл бұрын
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."
@rdc2021 Жыл бұрын
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
@joebombero1 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Me too, met my Filipina in Mindanao. Have a home there and in the states for now.
@joebombero1 Жыл бұрын
@@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.
@ellenanneshapiro3939 Жыл бұрын
Well done. I have always naturally wanted to greet people before asking for something so what Americans might call politeness, to me, is basic caring communication. One of the things that make life gentler here in Mexico.
@robinredondo9427 Жыл бұрын
Very interesting and helpful!😊
@doctorrobert60 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Gracias!
@Ulbre Жыл бұрын
Most of these things you should also do it home. It's called common courtesy. And you will often hear "Oh, what nice young man" or "what a lovely lady" after performing these most basic courtesies that don't really need video instruction to perform.
@elsuperpollo2273 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
@@elsuperpollo2273 yes, it definitely pays to speak both, ans asl on top of that!
@jonnuanez7183 Жыл бұрын
I've rarely seen the "holding the door open" thing here in Tj. In fact, it seems to be the opposite. I've seen way too many times where they'll close the door on someone that is coming towards the door. It's kinda hard to miss someone coming towards a door; you know what they're doing...why not hold the door? People need to set the example for others and many times they don't.
@1106gary Жыл бұрын
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.
@mayanaztec6440 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
i mean, less of just being an a-hole and more just having terrible manners/uncultured and brought up poorly
@mayanaztec6440 Жыл бұрын
@@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 Жыл бұрын
@@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 Жыл бұрын
@@Homer-OJ-Simpson yup!
@Grandpa_RLP Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
@@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 Жыл бұрын
@@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 KZfaq, 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 Жыл бұрын
@@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 Жыл бұрын
@@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
@carllind949 Жыл бұрын
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.
@mariamadrigal544 Жыл бұрын
Basically everything is about been polite and respectful Muchas gracias Jordan.
@th3toxicguy Жыл бұрын
#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 Жыл бұрын
Yes, the other reason is that it's safer in case anything happens I rather have my girl on the safest spot
@osbornebay944 Жыл бұрын
What if you have two "girl friends" walking with you??
@eberlazting Жыл бұрын
@@osbornebay944 my wife would be mad
@technomike Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
@@technomike it's more of a low/middle class thing, big cities may not show this commonly
@Goldfinger555 Жыл бұрын
So much I didn’t know. Going back to Mexico this week and it’s been a while so this is useful. Watched both videos.
@Joeage 10 ай бұрын
I've often described driving in Mexico as "It's like driving in the parking lots of big box stores or supermarkets" -- Traffic signs, traffic patterns, etc. tend to be more like suggestions rather than being required by law.
@rocioprice7929 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Refer to their Facebook link for updates
@billderaad5348 Жыл бұрын
Jan 2nd, are you still doing these vlogs?
@susannedoe9320 2 ай бұрын
I live in the Gulf Coast of Alabama. When people don’t hold the door we assume they are tourists
@serwhit2490 Жыл бұрын
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.
@qualqui Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh, I've heard that loud wet smooch before and I was thinking "wtf"? lol Everyone seemed to think it was normal
@KarlaDASK Жыл бұрын
Start every conversation with greeting; when I first moved to the USA I used to start every conversation with a greeting, everyone gave me a look😂 After 16 years living in USA, I visit Mexico and feel strange when everyone greets all the time 😅
@mwiebe2663 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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.
@janetleeharrison Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Jordon! The last thing any of us want to do is look like a rude tourist. Grateful for the valuable info!
@JorgeGarcia-lw7vc 10 күн бұрын
As a Mexican, fully on point. Things here are ingrained in pretty much all of us, no matter where we go. Quite a lot of Mexicans can be self deprecating, myself included, but wise to not take the risk with people you don't know well. Señora can be safe if the woman you address is with kids that are obviously hers. Everyone is super flexible with traffic rules, as long as you are not being unsafe within the immediate context or if you are in front of law enforcement (you will likely get stopped, esp if an obvious foreigner).
@donminecuador6044 Жыл бұрын
TY! Very helpful. I appreciate the easy to understand explanations. I think it is the same here in Ecuador.
@adriennegross7607 Жыл бұрын
This is great! I find these short cultural videos super helpful. I didn't know about half of the tips. And now I cringe 😬 oh well, now I know better. Other things I've noticed or wonder about: - when walking into a waiting room at the dentist, say good morning/afternoon to each person who is waiting. At least to the general area, then everyone replies good morning/afternoon. - there are no random shopping trolleys/carts in the streets. At least in Queretaro. In Australia, some people use them to walk their groceries home, because they might not have a car. Then leave them on the verge, which end up in waterways. - Saying 'okay' if you're agreeing with something is not enough, eg okay I would like to see the drinks menu you just mentioned. Need to say okay si. Which makes sense really. And apparently saying 'vale' in Mexico is offensive? Google translate says it means 'okay' but a Mexican friend said it means something bad in Mexico - Valet service. It's not common in Australia, so I don't know how much and when to tip. Don't have a car yet so not having to worry about that any time soon.
@mwiebe2663 Жыл бұрын
Vale is not bad. It’s like saying, “Está bien” or “De acuerdo”
@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw Жыл бұрын
"Vale" is nothing bad, just too familiar. Something to use only with your close friends or family, not with your mother-in-law or strangers, just come off as brash and rude. Also valet service is not so common in Mexico, you can tip low if it is say, a non-employee trying to earn a few pesos in a busy Mexico City street helping people park, but a little more if it is an actual valet at a restaurant or hotel
@jagwolf8079 Жыл бұрын
"vale" on its own it's not bad but it's not very common. Maybe what that mexican friend meant was when you say something like "me vale" which would be translated as "I don't care" or "me vale madres" which would be "I don't give a fuck" (or several other and more colorful variations).
@jefffarris9238 Жыл бұрын
"Vale" is constantly said in Spain, but I am not aware of it used in any other Spanish-speaking country, at least as an equivalent to "OK". It is a very Spain-centric expression.
@grittygirlgraphics8633 Жыл бұрын
Excellent tips....so polite the Mexicans are. Lovely people
@willbass2869 Жыл бұрын
You're joking, right? Murder capital of the western hemisphere after El Salvador. You know that, right?
@clearmonth7085 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Jordan for your video. I hope I can practice their culture when I am in Mexico 🇲🇽
@EmergingNow577 Жыл бұрын
Ive watched lots of videos by expats in Mexico. No one else has ever mentioned this! And then Americans abroad wonder why people in other countries resent them, or (gasp!) treat them like tourists. Thanks for this. The woman sidewalk positioning tradition is nothing I would never have even noticed.
@w_w_whitey Жыл бұрын
Good advice - almost all are the same in Colombia also. Wish my wife had told me about the grocery store tipping thing sooner! 😳
@wingandhog Жыл бұрын
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.
@rioricojohn7455 Жыл бұрын
I have been in Mx. for 13 years. Never has anyone held a door for me or anyone that was in front of me. I also never heard anyone say provecho in hundreds of restaurants I have been.
@nachojimenez2420 Жыл бұрын
Never heard provecho is 13 yrs? I can't go 13 days without hearing it and I don't go out.
@okutaviof Жыл бұрын
Well, it kind of depends on the restaurant. You are not to expect it in Toks, but I would think it's almost mandatory if you are in a fonda.
@rioricojohn7455 Жыл бұрын
@@nachojimenez2420 I guess it matters where you live. Me Hermosillo. You?
@dorianbelen Жыл бұрын
RioRico John Pues no se donde has estado amigo. Pero en Mexico todo esto se hace por cortesia y buena educacion. Yo Lo hago aqui en US Tambien. al principio la gente se sorprende. Pero gana la cortesia y me contestan gracias o con una sonrisa
@rioricojohn7455 Жыл бұрын
@@dorianbelen He vivido en San Felipe, San Carlos, Bahía de Kino, Hermosillo. He estado en otras 20 ciudades y pueblos de México. NUNCA he escuchado esto.
@jesusvillarreal4080 Жыл бұрын
Hello Jordan hope y’all doing ok ,what’s going on no videos .we worried about y’all. Have a Blessed Day young couple.
@philexile0 Жыл бұрын
This is so helpful! Gracias Jordan.
@omarhernandez9148 Жыл бұрын
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....
@maxinerhynes4024 Жыл бұрын
I live in El Centro which is right on the boarder of Mexico l learned a lot from your video. I go to Mexico 2 or three times a month I always have a pleasant time and everyone is very polite. The people Re very helpful.
@BaseCreation Жыл бұрын
You showed things even I that have lived for over 10 years wasnt aware of and I do every time. Such as the beverage that is always bought at the restaurant. Like I dont even think if Im thirsty or not I just buy a drink every time out of habit.
@joshuaa.kennedy8837 Жыл бұрын
You seem a lot happier now with this lady.
@AA-cp8ry Жыл бұрын
Please do a video on the details of your breakup with your girlfriend, May, please. Thanks.
@ac4896 Жыл бұрын
Refer to their Facebook link. Still together.
@fr3dbroono886 Жыл бұрын
Very helpful and interesting informations about mentality. THX
@cometier Жыл бұрын
Rule 1 applies in The US and Canada as well.
@dougsrepair1060 Жыл бұрын
Those are good things to know. Thanks for the guidance.
@diceythings Жыл бұрын
I'm Mexican and most of these are just being polite, they are not mandatory nor are they necessarily expected. However, "gringos" (people from the United States) are viewed as very rude, so being extra polite will score you points everywhere you go. #1 is just wrong generally, though I wouldn't doubt if this was "a local understanding" on certain streets and/or neighborhoods.
@livableincome Жыл бұрын
Well said Dicey. Thank you.
@stevensmith1911 Жыл бұрын
The holding the door is standard anywhere if you are polite.
@Mxtraveler Жыл бұрын
You could do this same explanation for Americans. All of this is common courtesy, that so many have chosen to forget.
@KarlaDASK Жыл бұрын
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……..”
@roveriia6334 Жыл бұрын
Rule in Portland Maine. That's where the cobblestone street clip at the very beginning was taken.
@serwhit2490 Жыл бұрын
I believe that the term is Buen provecho. But maybe it like a slan and cut short. Like saying morning instead of good morning.
@drewgrows7765 Жыл бұрын
You need to post once a wk minimum
@willgibson7478 Жыл бұрын
Another accepable response to "Provecho" when you're eating and the speaker is being seated is "Gracias, igualmente" or "Gracias, igual."
@TracieP Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips🎉
@drewgrows7765 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Same, I’ve never heard of this! Lived in TJ for 6 years.
@segurosincero4057 Жыл бұрын
Just got back from Puerto Peñasco. The traffic laws there seem to only apply to the tourists.
@juanjmolina Жыл бұрын
Pretty spot on.. you may also hear different iterations of 'provecho' as buen provecho or aprovecho..but thats getting into the nitty gritty. 5 pesos si guanas en dolar no seas codo, por ejemplo (en la soriana te encaminal haste el coche, yo simpre doy $1).
@7thlady Жыл бұрын
I'm southern and M'am and Sir everyone. People I didn't know were calling me M'am here when I was in my early 20's . . . but good to know about the senora thing in Mexico; I have noticed all the men in Mexico call me senorita, which is actually pretty funny to me as I am definitely a senora in every way unless the gentleman is quite old indeed (and then I get why they call me senorita).
@mr.osunasmathematicschanne8136 Жыл бұрын
I have never seen #10 done at a restaurant in Mexico but if you walk in to any home and they are eating then you say Provecho.
@xyz765 Жыл бұрын
Yeah is not that common for restaurants in a city, but if you know the people eating (even just a little) it's expected to say provecho and if you say provecho anyway to people you don't know they will think you are very well mannered.
@gergana.a Жыл бұрын
Most of these things are true for Bulgaria, too. Except for maybe girls walking on the street side, and non-employees bagging groceries. We have non-employees returning shopping carts in front of supermarkets, and they just keep the coins that you used to unlock the cart.
@maryjohnson753 Жыл бұрын
@@luyzqint3760 I lived in Mexico City in 1982 & knew of rule#1
@gregbuser4690 Жыл бұрын
Other unwritten traffic rules are that turn signals are optional and stop signs are just a suggestion.
@livableincome Жыл бұрын
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.
@joshuavanhooser5696 Жыл бұрын
Most of these rules are just common courtesy’s you should be doing in general but unfortunately people just stopped doing them in the US
@sweeper1977 Жыл бұрын
I love Mexico. I didn't pay attention to ANY of those while in the country but they still treated me very well.
@orlylandy Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Your reply to them could be .we are both above ground
@hildadionne8184 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the quality information. Very helpful 😊
@mellissaamberfernandez7723 Жыл бұрын
I felt like driving in Morelia was like Super Mario Kart 😆
@hughsalter7769 Жыл бұрын
GRACIAS i'm in Toastmasters now Agora our club morphed to work on my social skills
@hiltonblackwell947 Жыл бұрын
So basically the same way you should in the states. Makes sense!
@paulolson3983 Жыл бұрын
I was raised that way. I still follow those rules.
@manawah.o.p.e. Жыл бұрын
Very helpful advice, muchas gracias!
@nicolenouhra2679 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much we just moved there and these are very helpful
@outliersoverland Жыл бұрын
Thanks. I learned a couple new things.
@CaptivateTeacher Жыл бұрын
Would love to hear about the new no-smoking laws in Mexico.
@hectorcruz3368 Жыл бұрын
electric cigarete are eligal it cause adiction
@DistractedDaisy Жыл бұрын
Buen provecho
@DaveEPie Жыл бұрын
Basically everything you said was taught to us in the US as a child. Did something change?
@elgringoec Жыл бұрын
I wouldn't assume someone's "for sale" from their sidewalk position. That could result in pain!
@seemorefreedom7075 Жыл бұрын
perhaps your best video
@cindyk3076 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for all of the tips!
@livableincome Жыл бұрын
Thank you. Most esp for the restaurant tips.
@misaelaguirre1701 Жыл бұрын
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
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