Well, we Spaniards also work and keep to our schedules and do our work in companies and businesses, we don't sit all day watching the birds and flowers. The difference is that when we finish our work, we go out with friends or family to chat or have a drink before going home to have dinner and rest.
Me alegro que te sientas bien en mi país, déjate de cereales y desayuna la dieta mediterránea, una tostada de pan de panadería ( no Bimbo), lo tuestas en tostadora o sartén, exprimes tomate crudo encima , un poco de aceite de oliva y sal, opción de ponerle una loncha de jamón serrano, pruébalo con un buen café a gusto y vivirás muchos años. 😂 suerte.
I have a 5 year plan to move and live out my life in Spain. I have an ok life in Seattle but am increasingly stressed about the political climate and healthcare when I grow older. Can't wait to move. Thanks Mari for the vids.
And you think we are better here? do you even watch the news from spain? we have most corrupted president evere, mass inmigrantion, crimes all tiem high, and low wages, 4 million peple with degrees have left the country. You guys leave in a bubble.
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09:02 That 10% you're talking about is NOT a tip, it's the Impuesto Valor Añadido (IVA) an european taxe, that is charged in Europe when making payments for purchases of products. The normal VAT on purchases in shops, etc. is 21% of the value of the product, and there is the reduced VAT of 10% which is the one paid in the hospitality industry, and is the one on the bill you show. In Spain it is ILLEGAL for the restaurant to demand a tip, the tip in Spain is always voluntary, and NEVER obligatory, if they ask you for a tip (strange), they are deceiving you and it is reportable.
Thanks for the video. What most people dont realize is that salaries in Spain are typically 2/3rds lower than what they are in the US...at least in my field they are. In the US making money is the 1st priority because healthcare, housing and food are so expensive, and while the food is more expensive it is also toxic. We have gluten/dairy issues in the states, but not in Spain. Because our expenses are so high it forces you to prioritize money and there is little time left for the really important things in life like community. I was astounded when I received a quote for private healthcare in Spain for $350 a month for my family of 4, plus high quality food at 1/3 the price, along with housing at 50%-60% less t, so its no surprise that the Spanish have more opportunities for community and live longer.
First of all, I want to say that your videos have caught my attention, but like those of many other Americans in the USA, you paint Spain as a paradise for the lazy. And that is annoying, here people work very hard, and for less money than in other countries. There are many enterprising people and our industry is not dedicated to making clay figurines, there is a strong industrial, agricultural and service network. It is not all about siesta and tambourines.
You’re absolutely right. I’ve worked with Spanish people before in a pharmaceutical company, and I know they work hard. I’m just making a general comparison between the work cultures in the US and Spain. There is still a noticeable contrast between the two. However, I’m not implying that Spanish people are lazy, not at all 🙂
Just walking out on the street or doing my groceries without the visceral fear to the very tangible reality of getting kidnapped by ice (immigration gestapo), because I don't pass as white... is enough to run for the hills and leave the US. It clearly doesn't matter that I'm a US citizen. It was NEVER about having documents and we all know it. We are moving to Spain soon BTW. We visited and loooove it!!!! So looking forward to adapting to Spain, I know the grass is not always greener on the other side, but walking while brown not being a thing is all worth it!!!!
@@CarlosPerez-zf1uy Lo será como mucho con los que salten vallas y tomen barcos. No creo que se vayan a molestar a los que llegan con visa por el aeropuerto. Como mucho les rebajarán la cuantía de la Visa Gold 😅😅😅
@@manuelmartin7685 seguramente, pero como el guiri se queja de eso. Son los típicos demócratas socialistas que huyen de un sitio como pollos sin cabeza sin ver donde van.
Many observations that are interesting. Having healthcare tied to employment is a huge cost and stress factor in the US. At least in Canada and the EU we don't have that burden to pay and plan for. The wonderful food is great too. The way Trump is treating Canadians causes me to only plan EU trips from now on and I look forward to another great trip this Aug. to England/France. Enjoy the lovely Spain adventure you are on!
Yes in Spain Salaries are lower but prices are not so high as in the states. You can find clothing, fuel and services in pretty reasonable level. I have heard that in US you need more than 100 bucks to fill the fuel tank, and private companies charge you in every single minimal thing you do taking the best example from the Health system, made by the rich only for the richer.
Mari, once again you crushed it! We loved your video and sensible takes on WHY moving to Spain is a great idea. We couldn't agree more and it's the same thinking we have begun our NLV journey with the goal of getting to Valencia. Times have been tough in the US and tensions are high. People are divided and filled with hate, brainwashed by the steady stream of misinformation they are sent. There's no reasoning with them, or anyone. It's time to go. Besides all that, the common sense reasons you lay out make it a solid idea even if you are not influenced by the political wildfire (and California wildfires we are all going thru). Who wouldn't want to have a happier, healthier, more affordable and in the moment life? I'm afraid to read the comments as I see venom everywhere, even on channels where moving to another country is the theme. Why would you even watch videos and content creators if you disagree with the topic or are just happy where you are? The million dollar (euro) question. Anyway, you're amazing, keep it up. When we get to Valencia, hopefully we can meet you guys and share some tapas and a vermouth or tinto de verano. Hasta pronto! 😀
@@markwaldman1079 Hi Mark! Always a pleasure hearing from you! ☺️ Exactly, fully agreed with your insights! Absolutely, we definitely need to have a meet up! I would also love to interview you guys for a video to hear your experience if you would be open to that 😊 Would you like to exchange contacts on Messenger/Instagram or email? I feel like we always try to talk here but it’s a bit inconvenient 😅 Let me know!
Spain is only worth if you have foreign income. If you have to live and work like a local with their same conditions it is a huge mistake. Try somewhere else in Europe.
Thank you for the new video. I hope you are all well after the floods. I was becoming discouraged with all the destruction. I want to come and work and live.
I think people in América is traumatized with the word socialist. Just as cubans are traumagized too. But social democracy is quite accepted in Europe. Fortunately.
The president we have now in Spain is a walking disgrace. Every time he sets foot on the street he faces public ridicule and his entire circle is being investigated for corruption. In addition, there are many indications that he rigged the last elections and has a history of having already tried to do so in the internal elections of his political party, for which he was expelled from the political party. The only reason he has ended up where he is is because he is a manipulative trickster who is very good at finding people who are in agreement with his corrupt practices... Today, many in Spain consider his political party to be a criminal organization (Supreme Court included).
Well, we Spaniards also work and keep to our schedules and do our work in companies and businesses, we don't sit all day watching the birds and flowers. The difference is that when we finish our work, we go out with friends or family to chat or have a drink before going home to have dinner and rest.
I loved this video!!! Hasta pronto ✈️🇪🇦✈️🇪🇦✈️
@@iamadamgonzalez yay thanks 🙌☺️
Me alegro que te sientas bien en mi país, déjate de cereales y desayuna la dieta mediterránea, una tostada de pan de panadería ( no Bimbo), lo tuestas en tostadora o sartén, exprimes tomate crudo encima , un poco de aceite de oliva y sal, opción de ponerle una loncha de jamón serrano, pruébalo con un buen café a gusto y vivirás muchos años. 😂 suerte.
good information thanks
I have a 5 year plan to move and live out my life in Spain. I have an ok life in Seattle but am increasingly stressed about the political climate and healthcare when I grow older. Can't wait to move. Thanks Mari for the vids.
And you think we are better here? do you even watch the news from spain? we have most corrupted president evere, mass inmigrantion, crimes all tiem high, and low wages, 4 million peple with degrees have left the country. You guys leave in a bubble.
Download my *FREE guide* on the 3 easiest ways to move to Spain: movetoeurope.io/guide
📞 Book a *free consultation with me* to plan your move to Spain: calendly.com/move-to-spain/consultation
09:02 That 10% you're talking about is NOT a tip, it's the Impuesto Valor Añadido (IVA) an european taxe, that is charged in Europe when making payments for purchases of products. The normal VAT on purchases in shops, etc. is 21% of the value of the product, and there is the reduced VAT of 10% which is the one paid in the hospitality industry, and is the one on the bill you show. In Spain it is ILLEGAL for the restaurant to demand a tip, the tip in Spain is always voluntary, and NEVER obligatory, if they ask you for a tip (strange), they are deceiving you and it is reportable.
@@evagalva4122 ohh good to know!! Thank you for explaining that!
The song should not be "Living in America", but "Dying in Americaaaa" 😂😢
@@BarsonlineOrg2013 😅😅
Y además los españoles somos muy alegres y muy simpáticos. Bueno, no todos... ja ja ja
Thanks for the video. What most people dont realize is that salaries in Spain are typically 2/3rds lower than what they are in the US...at least in my field they are. In the US making money is the 1st priority because healthcare, housing and food are so expensive, and while the food is more expensive it is also toxic. We have gluten/dairy issues in the states, but not in Spain. Because our expenses are so high it forces you to prioritize money and there is little time left for the really important things in life like community. I was astounded when I received a quote for private healthcare in Spain for $350 a month for my family of 4, plus high quality food at 1/3 the price, along with housing at 50%-60% less t, so its no surprise that the Spanish have more opportunities for community and live longer.
And do not forget in life expectancy how important is to have a social life.
Thank you Mari for your honest review. We appreciated it as we are in the process of making this decision now.
First of all, I want to say that your videos have caught my attention, but like those of many other Americans in the USA, you paint Spain as a paradise for the lazy. And that is annoying, here people work very hard, and for less money than in other countries. There are many enterprising people and our industry is not dedicated to making clay figurines, there is a strong industrial, agricultural and service network. It is not all about siesta and tambourines.
You’re absolutely right. I’ve worked with Spanish people before in a pharmaceutical company, and I know they work hard. I’m just making a general comparison between the work cultures in the US and Spain. There is still a noticeable contrast between the two. However, I’m not implying that Spanish people are lazy, not at all 🙂
Yes, you can have a career and a good salary in Spain too. It is simply tougher than in other countries, but still possible.
Just walking out on the street or doing my groceries without the visceral fear to the very tangible reality of getting kidnapped by ice (immigration gestapo), because I don't pass as white... is enough to run for the hills and leave the US. It clearly doesn't matter that I'm a US citizen. It was NEVER about having documents and we all know it. We are moving to Spain soon BTW. We visited and loooove it!!!! So looking forward to adapting to Spain, I know the grass is not always greener on the other side, but walking while brown not being a thing is all worth it!!!!
stay in the3 USA after you hate Spain as well
Welcome, luckly vox and pp is gona win next round and we will have our own ICE, the difference is, it will be more hardcore, gonna be fun.
@😂CarlosPerez-zf1uy 🤡
@@CarlosPerez-zf1uy
Lo será como mucho con los que salten vallas y tomen barcos. No creo que se vayan a molestar a los que llegan con visa por el aeropuerto. Como mucho les rebajarán la cuantía de la Visa Gold 😅😅😅
@@manuelmartin7685 seguramente, pero como el guiri se queja de eso. Son los típicos demócratas socialistas que huyen de un sitio como pollos sin cabeza sin ver donde van.
Many observations that are interesting. Having healthcare tied to employment is a huge cost and stress factor in the US. At least in Canada and the EU we don't have that burden to pay and plan for. The wonderful food is great too. The way Trump is treating Canadians causes me to only plan EU trips from now on and I look forward to another great trip this Aug. to England/France. Enjoy the lovely Spain adventure you are on!
Yes in Spain Salaries are lower but prices are not so high as in the states.
You can find clothing, fuel and services in pretty reasonable level.
I have heard that in US you need more than 100 bucks to fill the fuel tank, and private companies charge you in every single minimal thing you do taking the best example from the Health system, made by the rich only for the richer.
POV: You discover catholic country going from a protestant background job culture.
Mari, once again you crushed it! We loved your video and sensible takes on WHY moving to Spain is a great idea. We couldn't agree more and it's the same thinking we have begun our NLV journey with the goal of getting to Valencia.
Times have been tough in the US and tensions are high. People are divided and filled with hate, brainwashed by the steady stream of misinformation they are sent. There's no reasoning with them, or anyone. It's time to go.
Besides all that, the common sense reasons you lay out make it a solid idea even if you are not influenced by the political wildfire (and California wildfires we are all going thru). Who wouldn't want to have a happier, healthier, more affordable and in the moment life?
I'm afraid to read the comments as I see venom everywhere, even on channels where moving to another country is the theme. Why would you even watch videos and content creators if you disagree with the topic or are just happy where you are? The million dollar (euro) question.
Anyway, you're amazing, keep it up. When we get to Valencia, hopefully we can meet you guys and share some tapas and a vermouth or tinto de verano. Hasta pronto! 😀
@@markwaldman1079 Hi Mark! Always a pleasure hearing from you! ☺️
Exactly, fully agreed with your insights!
Absolutely, we definitely need to have a meet up! I would also love to interview you guys for a video to hear your experience if you would be open to that 😊
Would you like to exchange contacts on Messenger/Instagram or email? I feel like we always try to talk here but it’s a bit inconvenient 😅 Let me know!
@@mari_schultz Hello! Sent you a messenger note. We can move that to email if you like.
Spain is only worth if you have foreign income. If you have to live and work like a local with their same conditions it is a huge mistake. Try somewhere else in Europe.
Thank you for the new video. I hope you are all well after the floods. I was becoming discouraged with all the destruction. I want to come and work and live.
Spain is socialist country, same progressive liberal ides, even more than US sometimes
Do not confuse socialist with social democrat
@@Pardo-k1qyes, americans are traumitized by cubans...
Spain has a social democratic system. Yes, the prime minister is from the socialist party, but the country itself isn't a socialist state
I think people in América is traumatized with the word socialist. Just as cubans are traumagized too. But social democracy is quite accepted in Europe. Fortunately.
The president we have now in Spain is a walking disgrace. Every time he sets foot on the street he faces public ridicule and his entire circle is being investigated for corruption. In addition, there are many indications that he rigged the last elections and has a history of having already tried to do so in the internal elections of his political party, for which he was expelled from the political party. The only reason he has ended up where he is is because he is a manipulative trickster who is very good at finding people who are in agreement with his corrupt practices... Today, many in Spain consider his political party to be a criminal organization (Supreme Court included).