WHY I STILL LIVE IN MEXICO (4 YEARS LATER)
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Күн бұрынThere are quite a few reasons why I moved to Mexico 4 years ago but the reasons I stayed are very different from my initial reasons for moving.
The grass often seems greener on the other side but then you get there and realize there's a lot of (bad) things you didn't know that you didn't know. In my case, sure there were things that didn't live up to the picture in my mind, but at the same time there are many things about living in Mexico that exceeded my expectations.
In this video, I'm going to be telling you about both: The reasons why I chose to live in Mexico and why I stayed.
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ABOUT US
We are Jordan, Maddie, & Laska the husky. In January of 2018, we packed up our tangerine-colored car and left the US to start traveling Mexico. Since then, we've been making travel videos about our life in Mexico and the new experiences we encounter while traveling the world. Become one of the “Tangerine Elite” by binge-watching our videos from the beginning: goo.gl/kMGKSA
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@TangerineTravels 2 жыл бұрын
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@1EQUALS-INFINITY 2 жыл бұрын
I do not believe all foreigners are the same. The problem we've had lately is with ppl coming from El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua and Guatemala. They came in assaulting our officers and demanding things our poor people do not get so easily. Only the stupid people think all foreigners are the same. Some behave and are good for the economy and others should just be sent back to where they came from. And yeas, it should be like that in the USA, keep the good, refuse the bad. WIN-WIN.
@staceyann668 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Jordan! Your video channel helped us open our hearts to coming to Mexico and making our plan to be there part of each year-thank you!
@dominiopublicomx6138 2 жыл бұрын
I'm paying ⛽$6.00 PG in Texas 🇺🇸😢
@SuiGenerisAbbie 2 жыл бұрын
Sweet offer! Jordan and Maddie, I support you two in whatever you do. I have always felt kindly towards your channel and have learned a lot from viewing its content. Carry on, Mates. Sally forth. Cheers!
@sandrabrown3387 2 жыл бұрын
@@1EQUALS-INFINITY EVERYONE should go back to ”where they came from” - and take their mindset with them…The World Wins!
@arenasnefi 2 жыл бұрын
Jordan, I’m Mexican and I really appreciate your videos and your living here. Don’t listen to haters, we want you here. Saludos desde Toluca!
@MR-pr8tp 2 жыл бұрын
And it is people like you that entice me to move there and be a part of your culture. Love Spanish people, and the language. (lived in Spain and fell in love with the warmth of Spaniards) thank you for your comment!
@geoben1810 2 жыл бұрын
@@MR-pr8tp Just an fyi Ms. W, Mexicans are very nice people no question but they are different than Spaniards even though many of descend from them. Different cultures and even the Spanish that's spoken here is a little different. ✌
@MR-pr8tp 2 жыл бұрын
@@geoben1810 agree, and yes I learned Castilian Spanish but also have some great "Spanish" friends from Mexico. Atlanta metro has a large Hispanic population. They have great work ethics and in my experience, all have been good people.Thanks.
@synergy2222 2 жыл бұрын
@@MR-pr8tp I'm Castilian and when my dad immigrated to the USA he refused to speak Spanish, only English because he was so proud to be here. I didn't learn any of the Spanish languages and have trouble speaking them. Starting to learn it via CD'S.... finally!
@TheJewelsofire 2 жыл бұрын
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@geoben1810 2 жыл бұрын
After living in my car for several years due to really bad depression/ anxiety I took my small SS 3 years ago at 62 and high-tailed it to Baja Ca. the Mexican peninsula. A small, comfortable, furnished apt. near the beach and local shops. Wi-Fi, cable, and off street parking the rent was $5500 pesos a month. The rent was raised this past January to $7500. ($354 US) a $100 bump after 3 years. With water, gas, ( propane) electric, groceries, gasoline, I'm at about $650USD a month. And I'm not going without anything. I'm good. 👍Viva Mexico! 🇺🇸✌🇲🇽
@claucemicro1080 2 жыл бұрын
Great to read you turned your life around! I think the beach, and nature in general, is great for the soul. Your story confirms that. God bless!
@stuart_oneill 2 жыл бұрын
If you don't mind where did you land in Baja. Those numbers fit me too. Just the name of the town. I'm familiar with both states in Baja. Hope I'm not imposing.
@davidhasselhoff5010 2 жыл бұрын
This WISE human is living CORRECT!
@patriciahouser5737 2 жыл бұрын
Whaddup, George? Sitting up on the hill overlooking Playas de TJ as I type this. You got a way better deal on rent than I did, though. :)
@geoben1810 2 жыл бұрын
@@claucemicro1080 Thanks ✌
@irvingshekelstein414 2 жыл бұрын
The personal freedom aspect of Mexico is really not to be underestimated. Returning to the USA does feel very stifling after you’ve spent time in Mexico. It’s ironic since the USA calls itself ‘the land of the free’
@angusorvid8840 2 жыл бұрын
Very good point. America may wave around its constitution and its right to bear arms, but Americans are far less free in so many regards than people in Mexico. When you get beyond the terrible drug violence in Mexico (driven by the U.S. market for drugs) you see that it's relegated to very specific locals in a very, very, very big country. Mexico is also every bit as regional a country as the U.S., maybe even more so. I was born in raised in Los Angeles where I still live, on the wealthy west side. But I've been to parts of Mexico that I consider just as nice and far more affordable. I probably will move to Mexico. You get far more bang for your buck.
@jeffyeah4256 2 жыл бұрын
Freedom in the sense that everything is so much cheaper..What's poor in US would be rich in MX...Class arbitrage.
@irvingshekelstein414 2 жыл бұрын
@@jeffyeah4256 it’s not only the price aspect- hard to explain
@ocerdacesar 2 жыл бұрын
Wtf are you talking about🤣. Try actually living in Mexico outside of tourist areas. Police stop you randomly and you have to bribe them...that "i know my rights" crap dont work down there. there are random checkpoints between states and cops board busses and everyone has to show ID. Yeah... real personal freedom🤣🤣
@irvingshekelstein414 2 жыл бұрын
@@ocerdacesar yes I understand your point. However, what I like about Mexico is that the culture is very ‘can-do’. You can get anything, or get anything done, or just a question of how to go about it. In the USA you will just hear ‘No, it can’t be done’, people are unhelpful and unimaginative. In Mexico there is always a way. I love the optimism of the Mexican culture. That’s just my experience.
@WarriorsofLightAstroTarot 2 жыл бұрын
Been here two years and marrying a Mexican woman who is a nurse and just an amazing human being and can say Mexico offers a lot more than cheaper cost of living. I feel this is the best video you've ever done and was in Puerto morelos when you guys were. You are obviously growing as a man and person beautiful thing to see. Thank you
@thenima 2 жыл бұрын
Lovely. Totally agree. Thank you for sharing
@SaulnowPaul77722 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome Video!
@germanleon2775 2 жыл бұрын
Yes it does for a lot of ppl it a culture shock but in a very good way
@forrestbenson4517 2 жыл бұрын
Married a Mexican as well, now living my best life outside the US with her. Never look back... just go, see the world, and love life. We even travel with our baby girl now.... No offense to American women... but they have nothing on Mexican Beauties!
@princevegeta-son 2 жыл бұрын
Lol 😂 you're literally putting a target 🎯 on your head. You're frugal nature is going to get you chained to a post and a cartel killing field
@heidiherrera9169 2 жыл бұрын
Traveling and getting to know the world is a life changing experience! After living in Texas for 14 years, I am ready for Mexico! The culture is indescribable there! Originally from Costa Rica, but in love with Mexico & it’s people! 🇲🇽😍
@anainmazatlan 2 жыл бұрын
I'm originally from Venezuela but grew up in Canada. I moved here 11 years ago and have never regretted a minute if it. Best thing I ever did. You will love it here particularly because you have a Latino heritage as I do. It was a way for me to reconnect to it.
@heidiherrera9169 2 жыл бұрын
@@anainmazatlan that's great to hear!! I feel the same way!
@VINZBROWN 2 жыл бұрын
Oh. And ppl here are leaving the US for COSTA RICA TOO. You think of moving back home?
@1EQUALS-INFINITY 2 жыл бұрын
@@anainmazatlan Are you in Queretaro?
@anainmazatlan 2 жыл бұрын
@@1EQUALS-INFINITY Mazatlan
@dianelewis9458 2 жыл бұрын
I love all of the things you have mentioned about Mexico. But I especially love the people, their family values, warmth and creativity. ❤️❤️❤️
@gustavoperez5480 2 жыл бұрын
You mean submissiveness?
@kwclove7623 2 жыл бұрын
@@gustavoperez5480 What are you trying to say? I’m here learning about moving to Mexico after visiting numerous times. All my experiences with locals there was no one submissive. If I didn’t fit in with their plan, they were clearly about their own thing.
@puggirl415 2 жыл бұрын
As far as anti-foreigner sentiment I am sensitive to that as well. On my recent trip to Mexico I did experience a lecture from a local about something that was a misunderstanding due to language. I didn't know what he was saying to me and he got out of proportion angry with me. I apologized but it was a bit scary. Overall I found most people to be extremely accommodating when making reasonable requests. I think the main thing that many Mexicans are becoming sensitive to and what we as visitors and foreigners living there should be aware of is our effect on prices and gentrification in Mexican cities and towns we visit and choose to live in. My partner and I have been looking at Mexico as a potential future home but we had a discussion about this and we agreed that we would try to only pay the local price for something as a way to keep prices from rising above the average wages made and spent by working class Mexicans. In other words we support the local economy not the inflated economy. If we rent a house we will not rent a place that is in a transitional neighborhood if the rent asked is more than 20-30% more than what locals pay. Even if we can afford it. Paying local prices is not just about saving money. It's about not allowing our higher ability to pay cause local prices to rise. When I see builders trying to build and sell condos in small poor Villages for 200k I remind myself that despite being able to afford that that I do not want to do damage to the ability of local people to be able to pay for a home on the wages they earn in Mexico. I want to use my money wisely and be a consumer of great food and great services but not push up those prices just because I can pay more.
@claucemicro1080 2 жыл бұрын
Wow! I have massive respect for you and your husband for that approach. I think making conscious and empathetic decisions do benefit communities.
@lupitam.4929 2 жыл бұрын
Que persona tan consiente. Saludos.
@donh5794 2 жыл бұрын
The discussion between you and your partner about paying the local prices is the most sensible thinking that I have seen on YT about not overinflating the local economy. It's also a good way to blend in and not just live the life of the home country of origin. Nice way to go - much applause 👏👏👏.
@Cuernavacachica02 2 жыл бұрын
What a great comment! I live in Cuernavaca and living as you say has been my motto. I live in a normal Mexican neighborhood outside of the city and there are few Americans here. It’s a normal Mexican house and I pay normal Mexican rent. It worries me a great deal to think I would be part of the gentrification that would make many Mexicans’ lives even harder.
@marilynpeoples5099 2 жыл бұрын
So agree with you.
@joyoverley2494 2 жыл бұрын
There's Laska!!! Have missed seeing her! Good to see you too Jordan. Blessings to all on their personal journey.
@meridadiane 2 жыл бұрын
Yes!!! On hospitality. So far after my 4 years here in the Yucatan I have only had positive experiences 💯🎉👍🙋♀️
@TheUltraspank 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Jordan! gringos like you will always have a place in Mexico, not only in land or gatherings, but also in our heart! Gracias amigo! big abrazo!
@denonhd8 2 жыл бұрын
^ This is what this world needs more of. Well said, Ultra! 😻
@gabrielgarza8283 2 жыл бұрын
What about blacks?
@Cwra1smith 2 жыл бұрын
@@gabrielgarza8283 Weeelllllllll, that's different!
@cuautemoctgo 2 жыл бұрын
@@Cwra1smith There are Mexican blacks in Veracruz and Guerrero. They never ever have any problem by skin color.
@TheUltraspank 2 жыл бұрын
@@gabrielgarza8283 Don't make it racial because it isn't. Of course in Mexico we love and admire the black community (we even have african mexicans too) but that's not the topic right now.
@sherrifisher7293 2 жыл бұрын
Jordan, what a great breakdown of the benefits of Mexico. No need to justify your channel to those who think it's only about the money b/c you live in Mexico. I enjoy all your travels so keep 'em coming🙌🏼😊
@susanvp4685 2 жыл бұрын
Great video Jordan. I have been following your journey for about 3 years. You have totally educated me on what Mexico is actually like to the point we will be going for a month next winter to see how we like it. After that it may become our winter escape. Thanks again and have a wonderful week 🇨🇦❤️
@raymondsnavely1117 2 жыл бұрын
i have been enjoying your videos,since i got my first computer,three months ago,i will be driving with my dog the east coast of mexico,at 73 years old
@vickiladu6755 2 жыл бұрын
Good for you! Good luck and take it easy driving down there. My bf and I drove to Mexico in 2019 from Dayton Ohio and it was challenging at times but doable for sure! We never looked back and originally came here for dental work/surgery. Living in Puerto Vallarta now and just love it! If you stay away from rentals in the tourist areas, you can find much cheaper rent, furnished with ac and plenty of room inside and out.
@mayaangelicaeg33 2 жыл бұрын
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@magnolya8 2 жыл бұрын
Happy blissful travels 🦋
@joserosa6880 2 жыл бұрын
My parents left Mexico for a better life in the states. Great to see this guy living it up in Mexico. He’s definitely seen more of Mexico than even your regular Mexican citizen has.
@didforlove 2 жыл бұрын
we are witnessing the end of the fiat currency that's why people like him are running away from america
@jonathans.759 2 жыл бұрын
@@didforlove Not to mention that most all American cities are hell-holes where the tipping point of civilized people to uncivil people has been toppled.
@didforlove 2 жыл бұрын
@@jerryjayson67 the dollar is going to dessapear hyperinflation coming
@didforlove 2 жыл бұрын
@@jonathans.759 United States doesn't produce or have a real currency that's why there's no prosperity progress and a dying culture/civilization is what is going on in the west
@didforlove 2 жыл бұрын
@@jerryjayson67 everything that's part of the west so yeah
@javelinaflips-annie5000 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Dave. My husband and I were in Lake Chapala in 2019 celebrating my 60th birthday and our 10th year anniversary. Being both retired we were planning on buying a place and keeping our AZ house for a bit longer. After we got back he was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and he is now in hospice. When the time comes run, don’t walk. Life is short.
@danielstrack964 2 жыл бұрын
So sorry to hear this Annie. I learned the same lessen in my 20's when my dad put everything off for when he retired then passed away young.
@charwest9449 Жыл бұрын
This makes me feel so sad. Good advice.
@sabassalgado9485 2 жыл бұрын
Great video once again, Jordan. It is important for people to know that you bring a great benefit to KZfaq community. Watching your weekly videos gives us ideas for our travels. Keep up the great work guys!
@anitamendez116 2 жыл бұрын
Your videos are always so informative and honest. I love that about your channel, always great content. It was great to hear you say you feel at home in Mexico. My husband and I are moving to Queretaro on May 3rd of this year and I visited Queretaro for 10 days in November 2021. My first thought was that I immediately felt at home. Thank you for sharing such real and honest content.
@donnaw2868 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for a sober, practical review. Your many points are much appreciated.
@matthab2893 2 жыл бұрын
You left out the number one reason you moved there. You were in love and it was a great adventure with that person
@Wingedbeagle 2 жыл бұрын
This the comment numero uno.
@mccoy4984 Жыл бұрын
Jordan, you'll probably never see this comment, but I just wanted to say how wonderful your channel is. I recently discovered it and have watched several of the videos already. They bring back so many memories for me since I once lived in Mexico. As a matter of fact, I just retired and will be moving there again. Anyway, thanks for the effort you put into these videos.
@eyesea123 2 жыл бұрын
Jordan, I love your solo videos. They are filled with information that I always save for later.
@emmamcdonald7924 2 жыл бұрын
I love your videos because they give me a view of cultures I might see in a quick vacation but not really understand because it requires living within. I do wish you had kept everything positive about why you are still there. Our country has many issues but all countries have those same issues. It’s ok to love where your at now more than the USA. Your videos have been a reprieve from all the negative that we all have been struggling with.
@trehugr4life 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! I've found the same things about Mexico and why I've wanted to move there. Thank you!
@kimberlyshalaby1134 2 жыл бұрын
Mexico is a beautiful place. Good food. Relaxing atmosphere. Good and bad as with all areas of the world.
@trewten5579 2 жыл бұрын
So true! Just got back from Vegas and went to downtown Vegas looking for an IHOP the area is really bad. At 8:30am seen a bunch of police activity at some apartments, people at gun point, some girls screaming at the cops, a bunch of homeless in the area and boarded up businesses trash all over the place it was an eye opener!
@solangeouellet634 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you and hear what you have to say today, in all honesty.
@leekit6099 2 жыл бұрын
You're so professionally informative but not dry boring... Very pleasant calming voice to listen to... A voice tone that can be enjoyable for hours listening 💖 Such a great example in researching and learning 💖
@jonathans.759 2 жыл бұрын
You are killin' it Jordan!! One of your best videos to date. Love the new smile too😁
@steffc8881 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for explaining how life is here,I totally agree about the hospitality of the hard working people and how helpful they are ❤️❤️we’re coming up on five years and have never had any issues here. We moved here NEVER ever visiting 🤣🤣🤣but we haven’t regretted a day. Thanks again for sharing you guys life ❤️❤️❤️❤️
@tialumakeup7073 2 жыл бұрын
I totally agree on your points Jordan. My hubby is from Guadalajara and I love it there. Every time we visit our money goes far. I love the chill culture and there are so many beautiful areas to visit. We plan to live in MX part of the year once we retire.
@robertonuno2592 2 жыл бұрын
That’s a great video Jordan, very informative, thank you for posting.
@michaelgordon8763 2 жыл бұрын
wooo...Jordan I really respect you being really honest about your choice to live in Mexico...respect!
@vchivers11 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Jordon, Great to see you again. As usual….a wonderful vlog and great information. I found when i travelled over Europe, wonderful experience but after going to Peru and Mexico. Differently the best two countries, my most favs. I found in both countries, the people were super friendly and helpful. I felt safer in Mexico and Peru, and the food was the best!!!! The diversity of Mexico…..jungles, wetlands, deserts 🏜 beaches, sunsets, ruins, cultures, ancient history….the list goes on and on……
@stevenf7683 2 жыл бұрын
The reasons that I am still in Mexico after 6 years comes down to the following: A better life balance Cost of living Relaxed lifestyle Amazing people Don't have to deal with the craziness of the US - guns, partisanship, hatred.
@stevenf7683 2 жыл бұрын
@@hairdresser1300 It also seems like everyone is at each other's throats due to the hyper-partisanship of politics. The America I grew up with where you helped your neighbor seems to be completely forgotten.
@stevenf7683 2 жыл бұрын
@@hairdresser1300 Maybe I should start making my own videos about how nice it is to live down here. Discuss how I did the FMM, then how I went to Residency and why.
@ejgarcia4774 2 жыл бұрын
What do you live in?
@stevenf7683 2 жыл бұрын
@@ejgarcia4774 I live in a house. :) Or were you asking WHERE I live? I live in the Mexico City area.
@gustavoperez5480 2 жыл бұрын
And a happy wallet.
@robertstephens6757 Жыл бұрын
I’m a year late seeing this post. Bright young man. Clear reasoning in decision making. Open to exploration and career adjustments. Well spoken.
@davidhuff4562 2 жыл бұрын
My wife and I have lived in Mexico 15 years come this summer. It has been the best years of our life and have never for a moment regretted the decision. We moved to Mexico for many of the same reasons you outlined.
@JD-de5mq 2 жыл бұрын
I feel the same about Canada, the country used to be very good I'd say 10 years ago and since pandemic it's definitely declining as well
@HamiltonRb 2 жыл бұрын
I lived in Toronto 6 months a year & Puerto Vallarta the other 6, until the new visa rules came out, and although he is right about the food & cost of living, I can assure you there are very similiar health rules since the pandemic and Mexico had far more deaths & sickness from Covid, plus you pay for your healthcare in Mexico. It's a great country, but other than the weather, Mexico has changed a lot as well.
@lactusgalacto1174 2 жыл бұрын
people in the USA flee from their country because they feel everything is changing but unwilling to fight an keep it from the wrong path is heading , due to the fact they been pacify and condition to accept the inevitable.
@lactusgalacto1174 2 жыл бұрын
@@gaywizard2000 Canada it's a commonwealth of Britain.
@lactusgalacto1174 2 жыл бұрын
@@gaywizard2000 Another Germanic Anglo saxon or Frank numb skulln who will pay a mercenary to fight its wars. Stay in the Canadian commonwealth of Britain. hhhhhhhhhhhh
@lactusgalacto1174 2 жыл бұрын
@@gaywizard2000 One of the highest rating in life styles (😁😁😁😁😁😁)but their children are taught the high life style of gay and transexuals. Canadian Schools Brainwashing Students With LGBT, Transgender Propaganda Who is sponsoring this? prime minister Tredeu. The teacher must not QUESTION in any way the LGBTQ ideology. The teacher’s role is to SELL the sexual alphabet agenda to the staff and students.Teachers are to embed LGTBQ content in their lesson plans. Students are to be sexually brainwashed and given good marks for demonstrating that they have been solidly indoctrinated. Teachers are also told to check out resources from the activist group Egale Canada: “The Every Teacher Project on LGBTQ-Inclusive Education in Canada’s K-12 Schools Final Report, “Supporting Your Gender Diverse Child: A Guide to Support Parents, Guardians, Trans, Intersex, Two Spirit, Gender Diverse Children” and “Youth in the Ontario Education System Report.” What an enormous waste of taxpayer money and resources. In Justin Trudeau’s Canada, transgenderism has been pushed to the forefront of society. Yeah move to Canada at let you kids be taught in schools the gay agenda. hhhhhhhhh
@jackofalltrades8933 2 жыл бұрын
👍🏼 thanks for the videos. Great info
@happymoodsoothingmusic457 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing! As always appreciate your information about Mexico 🇲🇽
@jasonmarcfromi1742 2 жыл бұрын
Love you Jordan. You are a huge resource for us all. Thank you
@fernando.3352 2 жыл бұрын
Great information as always. Thank you.
@TangerineTravels 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, Fernando!
@mojavevibepremiummexicanbl4510 2 жыл бұрын
Jordan, regarding change in hospitality / additude towards foreigners, what areas do you notice this to be true / not true, in your opinion?
@sewistnotsewer 2 жыл бұрын
This is one of my fave videos you've made. Thank you!
@shirleyguzman1159 2 жыл бұрын
Jordan-thank you this very informative and honest video. I am trying to figure out the best way to get over to Mexico for good! I wish you heath and continued happiness. Mexico provides proof that you really don’t need much to live a full life. I was fortunate to spend a month there in 2020 and have been dreaming about it ever since.
@crackin2000 2 жыл бұрын
You guys have shown me many things I had no idea of in Mexico.
@angelagentry562 2 жыл бұрын
Great video today Jordan. From Houston Texas but traveling in Mexico City right now
@aregomez89 2 жыл бұрын
Your videos have been very informative so far about Mexico. I appreciate the work that you do, especially considering that I'm moving there very soon!!! You really make a difference!!!
@edwardrodriguez5208 Жыл бұрын
Good video, Jordan! I like your honesty and insightfulness. I continue to watch your clips so I can I learn a little bit more about Mexico 🇲🇽.😊
@ccoolstuff1 2 жыл бұрын
HI Jordan, frightening to hear about our world here in the U. S. I know it's all true and I would love more than anything to return to Guadalajara and live there again. My husband would never consent to the move. I'll keep trying and while waiting for a breakthrough I'll be watching your videos. Wonderful content as always. I'm crazy about the diversity of food too. Safe travels ☀️🌳🥀🐕🏡🦮🙃😃🌶️
@anainmazatlan 2 жыл бұрын
Love your comments on why you love living here. I especially liked the one about being able to use your common sense when it comes to things like when and how to cross the street. That's one of the biggest ones for me. I feel we are over regulated in the USA and Canada to the point where we no longer use our common sense and simply look to "the rules" to guide us instead.
@victorialove9104 2 жыл бұрын
Definitely over regulated in the US
@dogtiredtravels5286 2 жыл бұрын
I think your channel is actually a valuable service to many of us that plan on living in Mexico or maybe are just thinking about it. You're very straightforward about how things are including the good and the bad. Although what's good or bad for you might be different than for some of us. But that's the beauty of showing what it's really like. You don't seem to sugarcoat anything whether you like it or not. The info is there for us to ultimately make up our own minds. As someone who will be moving to Mexico permanently later in 2022, I find the info you give us invaluable.
@evadeanu1 2 жыл бұрын
Outstanding video. Thanks Jordan
@the1andonly 2 жыл бұрын
We live in Canada ten months of the year, but January and February we don't want to be there. So for two months a year we're just like you. Mexico is one of my favorite places. We're just back from Yucatan where we cycled for two months, exploring. A lot of things in Mexico have come a long way in the past 12 years or so, when I was travelling like that the first time. I felt so good in Mexico. Now trying to adapt to reality in Alberta (everything is still frozen 🥶).
@magdasofiia. 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. My hubby is american, and we decided to stay in México. ❤
@LC-jh3es 2 жыл бұрын
Jordan I appreciate your empathetic approach to the viewers who really consider moving to mexico. Too many KZfaqrs are about getting themselves out there. We can all do what is needed to help others.
@carlosvazquez1326 2 жыл бұрын
One of your best videos yet .. very informative and insightful for any prospective Mexico traveler. There are many of us in the US who arent burnt out and fatigued with the direction the country is going in so this video was a Big Eye- opener !
@manse8039 2 жыл бұрын
Bravo, love this video!! I have the same feeling about the changes here in USA. I can tell you I am a physiotherapist and here a physiotherapy session can go from US$ 80 to 120. and the therapist is not with you all the session , here is an assistant who does most of the treatments, we do the paperwork, that is something I miss in the treatments with my patients and in the healthcare in general, in USA is so money driven. I miss when I was able to treat my patients one on one, when I lived in Chile. I love Mexico, I go there all the time. It's true, my digetive problems go away when I am there, or in Chile haha. yes I am looking to retire and spend some time in Mexico and sometime in Chile skying in the mountains that I really miss. Buena suerte, me encanta tu canal.
@Lifetimeproyectores 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Jordan, has been a pleasure Following you guys from yours videos in San Blas till now, so whatever path you choose, i will follow you as always... and you are right about living in the beach, my god summer from april to november in the beach all days NO WAY, the best is a good city with a good climate, and then you can choose take 1-2 weeks in the beach, is the way better.
@barbaramiller4984 2 жыл бұрын
So glad you’re enjoying your life. We sure enjoy your posts!
@williamjeffrey40 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Jordan , this was a great video, and I can see that the most important thing, of all , is that living in Mexico makes you HAPPY, and thats the greatest reason of all.
@hagendf 2 жыл бұрын
I moved to Queretaro two months ago, and for me the cost of living is about half of what it was in the US for the same quality of life.
@didforlove 2 жыл бұрын
if you work in Mexico is the same thing as living in the usa the collapse is global
@Dancin2smile 2 жыл бұрын
Collapse is the same everywhere but Mexico has been "collapsing" for the past 50 years so....where else can u enjoy the apocalypse better than Mexico? 🇲🇽 tequila, tacos, HAPPY PLEASANT people with manners. Yup Mexico is the best place to go die off. We even have a death saint so..."entre mas corriente mas ambiente" Stuck up U.S., you cant even party unless everything is made of diamonds and gold. LAME. Cause Russia has real Gold and jewels and they still like to party!
@lillybalderas102 2 жыл бұрын
Please don’t listen to haters, they are just a tiny percentage. The rest of us really enjoy your videos and want you here.
@jestubbs69 2 жыл бұрын
Another perfect why Mexico video. Thanks dude.
@rochito6301 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Jordan. Your videos are inspiring and informative.
@Ben..E 2 жыл бұрын
I'm just a more recent viewer of your channel, and was wondering about why the more recent ones were 'solo'. Now that I know what happened after seeing the August 2021 video, I understand. Looking forward to seeing more solo vids, because unattached travel seems to be underserved. I look forward to seeing more from other locations than Vegas... maybe to all-inclusive resorts or cruise ships.
@dougrock8519 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Jordan, great video again. As someone who lasted about four and a half years in Mexico and eventually returned to my country, I'd have to say I agree with all of your points, but for me you omitted an enormous negative - which is the lack of ethics there dealing with everyday life. And before people jump all over me, I know it's not all 'wine and roses' in Canada and the United States - but to site a few examples, when I visited an art gallery and bought a painting, they padded out my bill with an extra $400 (yes I caught them). Someone skimmed my credit card for 12 grand in Akumal. At various Pemex gas stations attendants would try to scam money from me. My friendly neighbors stole my bicycles which were locked in the basement of my building, I saw them in their backyard years later. I could go on and on, those are just a few examples. I was also robbed on my second day there by someone climbing in my hotel window. Frankly, for all of the pros, the negative experiences outweighed them. I suspect you may have experienced a few of these things yourself while you lived in the Yucatan. It's too bad too, I really love Mexico but these things happened to me over and over and over again and the relentless scams in the Yucatan were my out-cue. I suppose my point is - where you decide to live full-time in Mexico will really shape your experience there as well.
@TangerineTravels 2 жыл бұрын
I have experienced some things like getting short changed and gas scams and such. There are some parts of the country where things like that are worse than other parts. Here in Querétaro, for example, stuff like that is basically non existent.
@dougrock8519 2 жыл бұрын
@@TangerineTravels Yes, I've heard that too. And I believe my bad experiences were largely because I settled in Playa del Carmen, I really regret that. Perhaps I should have chosen a less touristic place.
@BRIAN09157 2 жыл бұрын
@@dougrock8519 I’m from Sonora , my family and I we went to Cancun and Playa and my dad noticed that, he also said joking of course that mayas ( the native Americans from southern mexico) are taught English and how to scam people😂😂😂😂
@dougrock8519 2 жыл бұрын
It's really too bad Devon, I'd find when I went to Merida or Valladolid it was such a mellower experience, all of a sudden everything was turned down five notches and I'd have a great time. I believe it's totally on me for picking Playa as a place to live. 😤
@mateor7302 2 жыл бұрын
That's childs play compared to Colombia
@FuntimesCA 2 жыл бұрын
Great video Jordan! I enjoy your videos and I agree with your opinions on how hospitable the people are here, the cost of living and personal freedoms. Keep up the awesome videos Jordan. Cheers 🍻
@gustavoperez5480 2 жыл бұрын
You mean Mexican submissiveness.
@synergy2222 2 жыл бұрын
Jordan, I've been binge watching your videos today! I love them all and you're doing great on your own. Had a few tears about Laska and glad to know she's on the mend!!! It's been a long time since you came up on my feed. Didn't know about the situation with Maddie so went back in time to catch up. Mexico and Guatemala. I traveled by myself, in 1980 - age 24, all throughout the Central American countries. I stayed in both of these countries for quite awhile and I felt I was 'home' - like this is where I belonged. Now that was not at all like me. I was born and raised in Anaheim as a city girl (when Disneyland and Knotts Berry Farm were FREE! lol). But I was shocked at how much I didn't want to leave either country and hoped one day to make either one my home. Watching your videos is making me rethink moving. With what's going on here in the USA (Washington state being my home for over 30 years now) I'm more concerned than ever that we are losing our Freedoms, accepting lawlessness as part of the culture, inappropriate indoctrination sexually and culturally of our youth, freedom of speech, among other things. Ray, the author of the book, was forecasting this years ago. You could see it coming if you were paying attention. Most people weren't. Let me ask you or any subscriber this: is there a strong expat community there by chance? I don't want to belong to any that's exclusive and segregated but to one that's embraced the culture and the people. Btw... I really like your hairstyle when it's all messy! I didn't know if you were experimenting with it or not but it adds another kind of vibe to your already great persona.
@bluestarfishsea 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making this video, you make some really good points! I agree with you that the prices + foods are the top reasons to live there. I love street food but even when you splurge and eat at a cool 5star restaurant, it’s still much better value and only the cost of a mediocre restaurant in North America. I travelled to mexico for 3 months and camped lots, my fav places were Playa Del carmen, Tulum, Auga azul, Maruata. Since returning to Tulum+ Playa del Carmen, it’s just too busy for me (I camped both places 20yrs ago). While Oaxaca is quieter, I think it’s too dry, I live on Vancouver Island and love the rain + forest here. Trying to find the perfect long term vacation place + keep considering puerto Viejo Costa Rica bc the climate is perfect and it’s rustic, less polished which I prefer, less touristy but I would miss mexican food!!! Trying to find a good place in mexico that’s similar climate, not so touristy. I loved Puerto Morelos, cute town, less busy, but not much forest. I remember heading South to Belize and but forget what Chetumal area was like. Lake Bacalar was aaaamazing but trying to find somewhere walking distance to the ocean. Have you noticed any areas with rainforest right close to the beach like costa rica that aren’t so developed? Thanks for your advice! Also think it’s great how you + Maddi are making the best of things, feeling a acceptance for what comes, not giving up, staying in alignment and waiting for inspiration for new ideas! If you do this I know your channel will continue to support you. Best wishes to you both✨
@marilynpeoples5099 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, I agree with your comparison between Oaxaca and Costa Rica. I prefer a bit more “moisture” than Mexico has. I love Oaxaca and the Central Valley of Grécia, but IMHO, Mexico is the more interesting of the two countries.
@kwclove7623 2 жыл бұрын
Costa Rica is so beautiful. It’s a little high priced compared or I’d would move there. Mexico seems the better spot.
@briansworld007 2 жыл бұрын
I lived in Tijuana, Mexico for about 4 years and I would cross the border every day to go to work in San Diego, CA 🇲🇽
@lucerovillegas3133 2 жыл бұрын
How long was your commute to and from work?
@briansworld007 2 жыл бұрын
@@lucerovillegas3133 it was around a 45 minute trip not including the border crossing. I rented a condo ten minutes from the border in Mexico. The rent prices in San Diego are ridiculous.
@Charlesb1 Жыл бұрын
I currently live in Playas de Tijuana and cross the border everyday and I love it, after I finish college I plan on moving to Mazatilan permanently
@jennifercarter9047 2 жыл бұрын
You are such a good soul. I wish u happiness and love in your future. I hope you get that beautiful and amazing family you deserve. I agree with you. Kids are amazing and the best blessing one could have in life.
@johnvoltageltd 2 жыл бұрын
Great breakdown and very interesting to hear. Thanks.
@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw 2 жыл бұрын
@Tangerine Travels Mad respect Jordan, Mexico has its own problems (and I know you know), but even with all of them, the true freedom, amazing people and food make it all home for me too! I hope you can explore all you can and Mexico will be your home for as long as you want!
@bloodorangemoon 2 жыл бұрын
Jordan, I wonder if you would speak of the trade offs in regards to standard of living and modern amenities. I'm sure it's different across varying parts of Mexico but wondered if you'd speak of your personal experience in particular living in major cities. I'm talking about things like dishwashers and piped in gas, flushable tp and are tinacos a thing everywhere? Maybe touch on things like Amazon deliveries, those type of creature comforts. Thanks! Great content btw, I like when you sit down and speak earnestly about your experience
@mtngrl5859 2 жыл бұрын
Go on to Amazon, you will see that they are in Mexico and they also have Home Depot there as well. It's not like you are moving to New Guinea.
@spotter2 2 жыл бұрын
A very frank and honest accounting of life in Mexico. Wishing you the best and will continue watching.
@Wes1487 2 жыл бұрын
Love these type of informative and controlled videos....thanks again for the content....
@nico3641 2 жыл бұрын
Jordan, make a video about the (online) dating experience in Querétaro. That would be educational.
@nico3641 2 жыл бұрын
@@henryf5001 Yes. Queretaro is a big city. What are the top 5 reasons that make Colombia better?
@ajb2773 2 жыл бұрын
Jordan, Have you ever figured out what about the food is different? I notice whenever I go to Peru something about the food jumpstarts my sluggish metabolism even though I'm eating in restaurants for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
@TangerineTravels 2 жыл бұрын
No, I have some guesses but anything that I say would be just that, a guess.
@ledaswan5990 2 жыл бұрын
One of the reasons is probably just the freshness of much of the food. Fresh veggies,fruits,and meats with no additives must have some effect.
@MR-pr8tp 2 жыл бұрын
My opinion: Our foods are full of fructose, salt, preservatives and God knows what . American corporations are all about the big buck, irregardless of our health. Many latin countries will not even allow additives or GMO and that is intriguing to me. Just finding a food here, without added sugar is impossible. And just like daylight savings time, always messing with Mother Nature!
@marshall4759 2 жыл бұрын
The type of wheat, and soy in everything in the US. Not to mention all the antibiotics induced into animals.
@irenecohen8708 2 жыл бұрын
@@ledaswan5990 idk. I get fresher, organic and non-GMO produce in California than I do in Puerto Vallarta where I live most of the year. I am a whole food plant based vegan and it isn’t as easy here but I make do.
@jonnie3112 2 жыл бұрын
This was a good video Jordan, very informative.
@Adriana-et2sy 2 жыл бұрын
Gracias Jordan!!
@robertm.4916 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent information. Especially the tax info. Had no idea. Definitely taking advantage of that.
@soothingsounds4464 2 жыл бұрын
Great video as always :) I wonder why Maddie hardly makes videos anymore though
@lensessions 2 жыл бұрын
People get busy. She’s had birthday celebrations (including a birthday video on her solo channel) & she’s on the move again, too! I don’t feel like she’s been absent at all (maybe because her Instagram posts fill in the gaps).
@CShivery 2 жыл бұрын
Always love your content. I hope the best for you and am envious of your adventures. For me it's an occasional adventure, but you live it every day. Respect.
@prettyyypoison1 2 жыл бұрын
I'm not going to lie your videos are very informative whether you're going out on an adventure or you're sitting at home. You always say important information whether it's for travel or living which I greatly appreciate
@robertovilleda8324 2 жыл бұрын
Wow jordan es interesante escuchar que hablas de temas interesantes como conjugas las palabras con la experiencia vivida de combinar ambas culturas soy mexicano orgulloso de mis raíces actualmente resido en utah y tambien yo como tu vivo la experiencia a diario de poderme adaptar a la cultura estadounidense y tambien tengo mis propias conclusiones como tu, cosas que esperas encontrar y no las encuentras pero es normal es el cambio de transición que se da en cualquier parte del mundo
@edmurchison8517 2 жыл бұрын
Jordan, I love your videos. You are really killing it with useful information and you seem to try to be balanced. My best friend is from Mexico and I have been lucky enough to travel with him all through Central Mexico and see places most Americans don't visit. I love it so much, I put a house under contract in Ajijic and close on it in a couple of weeks. I too can't handle the heat and humidity of the coastal areas.
@canadiancinderelly3518 2 жыл бұрын
Is your family from the Dallas area? :)
@tootstoyou1 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Ed ! Bienvenidos! I live down the road in San Antonio. I’ve been here 3 years. This area definitely has many pluses. If I see you in the streets I’ll say Hola 👋
@patriciadiaz5622 2 жыл бұрын
Great video Jordan!!!
@a1l2e3x4z6 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing video Jordan, saludos desde Playa del Carmen. We really appreciate foreign people, you are most welcome here, I think is a great thing for our country and I hope that you feel at home here for most years to come .
@ronaldradwanski548 2 жыл бұрын
Been here 5 years in Vallarta....very well said!
@vickiladu6755 2 жыл бұрын
We settled in PV too and just love it here! We’ve been renting since we’re not in a position to buy right now. Living in a non tourist area with a car is the way to go for us. We are working on temporary residency now. Very happily retired here!
@ronaldradwanski548 2 жыл бұрын
@@vickiladu6755 Hola Vicki If you need a great Gal to help yopu I can recommend Odette to you who helped me with mine....Bienvenidos.
@oliviap.8750 2 жыл бұрын
I think everywhere in the world is going to be people who complain about foreigners but most of the people in Mexico don't have a problem with it because we are used to seeing foreigners living in Mexico and even Mexicans when we travel I think it depends on the way we behave with the native people of the place we will be treated, if we are respectful and considerate we will receive the same treatment and I am not only talking about foreign tourism but one as a Mexican. Those who have been rude to you Jordan are ignorant in the same way when one as a Mexican is rudely received in other countries at least I, who am Mexican, see them as ignorant people and do not give them a minute of importance. I'm glad that you still see Mexico with love thank you.
@VINZBROWN 2 жыл бұрын
Exactly right!!!
@kah4325 2 жыл бұрын
Your videos and content are very polished. Nice work!
@pandorasullivan777 2 жыл бұрын
A great video Jordan. Since the travel visas have changed in the number of days, how can one come, and stay for a month or so, without knowing the number of days allotted?
@warclan5429 2 жыл бұрын
Wherever you go be happy. Life is short brother. There are lots of nice people in Mexico. You can get friends and even a nice wife that will really take care of you.
@pascalfo6014 2 жыл бұрын
i look your channel since 4 years ago and we say you became a men good for you dude enjoy Mexico
@jennagordon4556 2 жыл бұрын
Hey, great video! I can see how happy you are right now and that's awesome!! Also, I can see how much you annunciate your words. I am sure that it is because you are learning a second language, but I love that you are speaking so perfectly. Thanks for the great content Jordan!!!
@jennagordon4556 2 жыл бұрын
Also I totally understand what you mean by Mexico just feels like home. I am from Arizona also and I frequently travel around Mexico and I this really hits home. Mexico always feels more like home than my own home!!!
@katiefawcett4748 2 жыл бұрын
Great mix of info and personal opinion. Authentic. I have traveled many places in the world, but I feel most at home when I'm in Mexico. That is, indeed, a big reason to be there.
@jaymo8206 2 жыл бұрын
I left the usa16 years ago. One of the best decisions I've ever made. However I got hooked on the Mexican vloggers and their experiences residing in Mexico. Then the Mexican immigration changes came along and upended the 180day visas and doubled the financial requirements for temporary residency visas. For now my family and I will stay where we are S.E Asia and continue to enjoy a quality of life impossible in America.
@marineastro 2 жыл бұрын
There are always exceptions, but I’m usually amazed by the kindness of Mexicans and their warm disposition. This kindness and friendly nature causes me to reciprocate the same…. I think these things are lacking in the US. Of course there are exceptions. It seems like the big benefit of the US is making more money….
@Dancin2smile 2 жыл бұрын
Now you know why California is so successful. All "the help" is Mexican, so now that you see their kindness u understand how easily U.S. Americans take advantage of them. Let it be known that kind ppl = slaves in the USA
@faviolaandaya1079 2 жыл бұрын
I love your videos!!!💕 But in particular ( that you put the price or cost of things, rent, etc in pesos and Dollars that is a plus ). Thank you Jordan and Maddie for everything you do and information you give us! Greatly appreciate it!🇺🇸💕💯👍🌺😃
@kaynovo8043 2 жыл бұрын
Hello Jordan , because of yours and another expat in Mexico , I pull the trigger and moved to PV 2 months ago from France… and I love it !!!
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