Maddie, I love your black, crushed-velvet skirt. I am impressed at the quality of the clothing you sport. If you do not mind my asking, at what stores do you shop for clothing, in Mexico, please?
Maddie and Jordan, do you ever pay attention to the "dislikes" here, and wonder why someone might not like what you post? Oh, you will never have to worry about my not liking something, but, I am just curious.
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Maddie I’m glad you mentioned the strength of the Sun in Mexico. I think you are the first TH-camr that I’ve heard mention having to be aware of the sun. Nothing worse than getting sunburn. Thanks
@@brucealanwilson4121 I’ve heard it’s worse in some locations that others, close to the equator. Has something to do with the ozone layer. That’s what Kevin @ “30 And A Wake Up” says in Thailand. ✌️
Who knows where the ozone layer is wealker? Ay any rate it's like anywhere else. I am un San Cristóbal Chiapas 7000 feet elevación. You need sunscreen even though it's cool temo compare to Playa del Carmen which is si hot and humid now. I get burned faster here in San Cristóbal
@@utecastronoova863 The worse I’ve been sunburnt was in Aruba. Hardly no humidity, so you don’t sweat. You just burn. I’m flying back to Aruba next June. I’m definitely taking some 100 block sunscreen. lol
@@Byron4RollTide I used to get to the Philippines. Must have been one of my first times, I'm not sure, but I thought I was going to be really careful and only stay by the pool for 45 minutes. Got burnt to a crisp.
Being a Native Mexican, Totally agree on your Safety and Security Points, and also I might add, as it is the case all over the World, Do NOT get into the Worst Neighborhoods, Colonias and Barrios !
Excellent advice! I’m a small woman and I have had suspicious people tail me on many occasions throughout my life and I always turn and stare them down to let them know that I am not a target they want to deal with! Every time, they stop and go the other way!
I'm not sure if in Mexico pepper sprays are legal or where to buy them, but in Russia it saved me a few times. Usually a drunk guy tries to do something and you don't know if he's armed or not - you spray his face, and he screams for his mom lol for women especially it would be great to have a pepper spray.
I was just going to ask this, I guess pocket knives are out then haha. Usually when I fly domestically I pack my luggage with pepper spray and pocket knives, because there aren’t any TSA rules about this for checked in bags.
@@rudegyalnae I wouldn't recommend knives cuz almost in any country if you carry a knife, doesn't matter if it's for self defense, if you grab a knife you're already a potential murderer. Especially in another country, they will put you to jail even for self defense, they will defend their citizen even if he was trying to kill you.
Growing up in New York city in the 70's I learned to be streetwise ( aware of my surroundings) & to appear to have a sense of purpose & calmness. Always take in the Big picture to preemptively avoid potential dicey situations.
I’m a solo traveler. And while I hear what you’re saying - I would never forego travel just because you don’t want to go alone! Just take the precautions. Don’t hang out in sketchy places - especially at night!
Just telling you my experience's in Mexico. I drove though it many times as a young woman by myself. I never had a bad experience. The men there were very helpful. When I had car trouble and a car accident. I have had many trips to Mexico, everyone was very good to me. I experienced they are very good to women that travel alone. On the other hand, not so good as a couple. I just thought it was obvious that they pick on foreign men. That was my impression. If you as a woman are with a man , you have more to worry about. Or if foreign men go to Mexico without women, they seem to get in trouble. I have to say as a woman in America, I have had everything bad that can happen to you here in the USA, (excluding murder) and that was just purely luck. And it doesn't matter what neighborhood you are in. Just saying, Mexican's have always been good to me in their country. I think because I was a woman alone. Unless times has changed? All I remember is they appeared to be very protective of me.
It depends on the man. I am gringo and have been here 16 months and all over México. Most people just see me as an ATM machine but i havent been robbed outright so far. I go to barrios, i speak spanish so i am not the typical tourist. I drink a lot but never get drink in public. I am a big guy si perhaps that has something to do with it, or maybe i have been lucky. I do know that i have been followed 2 times that i know of. Once they saw me wstching them they left..
@@utecastronoova863 Yes, that sounds good. I imagine that all of the above that you stated does make a difference, At last that you speak Spanish and never get drunk in public. You don't sound like the typical male tourist that I knew of. As I remember it, they would go to Mexico to Party, act cocky. Often get into trouble.. I traveled there many times solo as I said. I only went there twice with a girl friend. I have always had my best times traveling solo. The people of Mexico have always been respectful and helpful to me.
There's this weird phenomenen where everyone in México wears pants and often times long sleeves or sweaters, even when it's breaking 65F. While I think this is similar to what I've seen in TH-cam videos from Miami, it seems to have a very practical purpose and that is to protect you from very high UV radiation. While there are some US cities that are at lower latitudes than México, México's land is usually at a rather high altitude. The higher the altitude you go, the higher the radiation dose you recieve. Therefore, the coupling of high altitude and low latitudes result in high UV radiation.
Another excellent video, as usual. My take away from having spent time in Tijuana is if you really want to find trouble, you can. If you want to avoid it, you can generally do that too. Finding trouble tends to begin with the drug trade, buying or selling. Never had an issue there. It did help I was with a local, who spoke Spanish. P.S. I think Laska's probably at home playing dress up with your "gold chains" while partying with the local squirrels. ;)
Thank you for all the helpful resources you provided through your videos and travel. Our first city we tried was where you two ended up :) we also tried Merida, Puerto Morales and Mexico City (right beside the park). My husbands favourite was the city. Mexico never worked out for what our needs were and hopefully SOON you two will have similar needs...wealth building and proper tax structuring in order to properly build. Through real estate, stocks, etc...whatever and however you chose to invest your wealth. Mexico was not an easy place to establish and do this...whereas Portugal is. Plus right now Portugal is trying to attract all the digital nomads to come and live there with easy visas and excellent tax incentives for 10 years. As long as you bring your own job and you can support yourself online. Safety is a given and everything we were looking for in Mexico, we found in Portugal. I'm Canadian and my husband is European, so we had to choose a country that worked for both of us. Anyhow thank you and if you ever feel like going to explore Europe for a while you might want to consider looking into Portugal.
Thanks for the info, me and my best friend are considering Portugal. Which city did you choose and did you travel north to south before you settled. We’re interested in Porto and Lisbon and maybe more south.
Whenever you're back to Jardín Guerrero, look out for a guy called Robert, he sits at the benches near from where you were standing (15:32). He is an elderly stateless man, and speaks almost only English, his story is really interesting, it would be great if more people get to know about him and maybe help him or at least reach out to say hi. He's almost always alone because of the language barrier, but is such a nice man.
Esoo ya aprendieron a vivir en México, en México decimos que no es peligroso pero tienes que andar siempre a las vivas, porque aunque no tengas problemas con nadie y seas alguien bueno el mundo es jodido y hay personas que lamentablemente solo quieren hacer el mal. Saludos saludos los sigo casi desde que llegaron a México!
Hiiii! I really like this video! It's informative about ways to stay safe in Mexico, but of course you guys still had me giggling a bunch as I watched. You both look so happy and relaxed, I love it! Big fat hugs to you both and a kiss on the head and chin scratches for Laksa! ❤️💃
I've traveled and lived (part time) in Mexico since I was 10 years old (1964 eeek!) I've never been the victim of any kind of violence. The worst I've had happen is attempts, some successful, some not, at shorting me when making change. PEMEX stations are the worst for this. That said, I can count on one hand the times this has happened in over 50 years. I try to stay alert, pretty much the same as I would in London, New York, Paris or here in Phoenix.
I am headed there for work in Sept for possible 6 months. All this is scaring me so much. But thanks for the awareness though. Hoping it goes smooth. 😞
The point is to be informed, not scared. US media has socialized and brainwashed us to be afraid of so much of the world. Don’t believe the hype. Use their advice, work and ENJOY your time there. Mexico is wonderful.
"Be a coward live,for another day".I am an American living in San Juan,Puerto Rico and I can tell you,avoid getting into physical altercations.Literally half the time they escalate into something much worse with guns or someone getting stomped down by a group.Totally bad idea.Only physically fight your way out if there's no other exit.Probably the best thing you can do is just be aware of the people and surroundings where ever you go.I know that gets said alot,but it's so true.
When you guys are wearing a backpack aren't you worried about someone being behind you getting into your back back without you knowing it when its in a crowded area??
I feel safer walking around the places most tourists would visit in Mexico -- and even the places most tourists wouldn't visit -- than I do a desolate U.S. downtown at night.
Mexico is cited as the most dangerous country in the world for journalists. You two look so happy and healthy, Queretero was a good choice. Thx for these tips and scenery 😊
You could mention how to protect yourself when using an ATM machine…even in a bank. Two things I do is cover the key pad to hide my PIN # when entering my number….to stop cloning of my card, and the second thing is if possible to have a second person watching out while I am using the machine. In some cities in Mexico, the ATM’s are located on a wall right on the street. A second person on watch will increase your security tenfold.
Trust your gut instinct always. I remember walking at dusk/dark in Acapulco with my daughter. We noticed someone following and both had this uneasy feeling, and a construction site coming up along our walkway. We immediately called a cab over to take us to our hotel. Trust your intuition always.
Most of these seem like common-sense things applicable to almost every country. Interesting that Krav Maga advises a kick to the nuts. I studied Okanawan Kempo, and they advised attacking the knees. The crotch is rather high, and male reflexes to protect that area are very strong. It only takes about 15 lbs of pressure to shatter a knee, anyone with reasonablly strong legs can exert more that area; just angle your kick to bend the knee in a direction it isn't supposed to go. Nobody is going to chase you very far or very fast with a broken knee. A good stout walking stick or umbrella is also useful, and it is the one weapon that is absolutely legal to take anywhere.
And, as you pointed out, Laska looks enough like a wolf that people will think twice about messing with her. (How is she, BTW? We've not seen in a while.)
Always go for soft areas if possible. Balls and eyes, especially. Just poke the MFer in the eyes if you can. They can't attack you if they can't see you.
I carry a tool belt whenever I'm in public. If someone tries to mug me, the hammer and wrench come out and they get hit upside the head. It's also handy for repairing stuff.
More tips for staying safe from banditos, in Queretaro (or traveling, in general). Keep just a little bit of cash handy in your front pocket (say, $20 US), while walking the streets, and stash the bulk of your money in your money belt or even in your shoe. (I always carried my backpack when out and about, but I NEVER carried my money in it, because I figured it was too easy to set your backpack down and forget it, or otherwise get separated from it.) When you go to purchase your street tacos, or cervezas, or whatever, pull out only your little bit of cash, so you're not pulling out a big wad of cash for all the world to see. And, if you do need to access your big wad of cash while out and about, do it in the privacy of a bathroom stall, etc. Another tip, look unwealthy and wear non-flashy clothing. (Or, as I like to call it, "wear your best urban camouflage.") The less you stand out, the better. I walked the 2 miles home from the bars in El Centro, alone late at night, many a time. Just always stay vigilant about being aware of your surroundings, and determine your safest path, blocks ahead. Also, when drinking alcohol, avoid getting drunk, to help you not be an easy target. Queretaro is a fantastic city, but any big city can be dangerous, especially if you look like an easy target. I really enjoyed my time there. So many stories to tell.
I come from SP Brazil, things that are common here are kidnappings, armed assaults and sometimes shootings in some areas. Not good things is that common in MX too? Greetings
Hey Jordan and Maddie. Here in San Miguel de Allende, there is a guy who kidnapped and killed a husky at Presa Allende in the past week. I think you could do a video on this subject especially considering Laska. It started a social movement here in the town. There was a big protest outside his house and in the neighborhood in Los Frailes. Many accuse the same man of many other dog murders including the dog food poisonings in the neighborhood earlier this year that killed about 20 dogs. If you're interested in doing a video on the subject of animal abuse in mexico and especially this case that has provoked such furor in SMA, just respond to this message and I can send you a bunch of links and relevant info. There are a lot of people who would love to do interviews with you that have had their dogs killed.
Oh my god… “trust your instincts” spot on! I had an issue with an UBER driver (Not my choice) from PV to Salulita …I got us out of that car - scariest situation I’ve ever been in.
Queretaro is one of the richest and safest cities in Mexico, you should also visit Merida, Aguascalientes or Leon. Aguascalientes and Leon are not as pretty as Qro but they are peaceful and you could have quality of life. I insist, don't go to Celaya :P or beyond Galerias Queretaro :P you should visit the venezuelan community, it's pretty large and we want to know more about it. Take care!! ps I used to live close to Qro and now I'm moving to AZ, and you left AZ for Qro.. xd
I'm from a town near Celaya, and I stay the hell away from that God-forsaken city. Celaya used to be a nice place, but the last 40 years or so have seen it really fall into disrepair due to bad politics and mismanagement. Hopefully that changes because the city has a lot of history and potential to become a great place, but only time will tell.
We arrived at the Guanajuato airport at midnight, and a driver was waiting for us to take us to San Miguel Allende. I was pretty nervous during the trip. There was no moon, so the darkness was truly impenetrable. The driver got us to SMA just fine, but it was nerve wracking.
Here is a thought on a video.... You are with each other 24/7 how do you guys maintain a positive relationship? (And not drive each other nuts lol) How do you handle some alone time? What do each of you do individually do to have some alone time.
Not all the time! If you are being robbed and the offenders tell you to lie down, face down on the ground, attempt to bind your hands or cover your eyes, or especially try to put you in a vehicle to take you somewhere else, that's the time to fight back! Nothing good is going to happen to you if you are taken to another location. Usually complying is sufficient , but not necessarily all of the time in every situation.
@@AZUSC-hm4hl those situations are super rare maybe only happen to a woman that is alone and a crazy guy wants to rape her. What I mean by the other comment if the ask you to “dame tu cartera” you have to give your wallet, “dame tu celular” you have to give your cellphone.
@@facundopop Yes. You are absolutely correct. If it is just a quick street robbery, compliance is al most always the best solution, however if something escalates, compliance may not be the best idea. Take a look please at Advances Self Protection videos on TH-cam. You will see what I am referring to.
Ahh! Situational awareness is important everywhere; in the woods, on the highway, in the city. You are learning. Experience is a wonderful teacher but I think it's better to use the unfortunate experience of others rather than your own. Fewer stories but way, way easier. Addendum: Baltimore, Chicago, New Orleans, LA, and NYC beat anywhere you've been in MX. If you don't do illegal stuff, you'll meet a lot fewer baddies. I worked in a prison for several years. I learned a lot about how baddies think.
Really important to be confident while walking, if u see strange things, even walk with a serious face so everyone knows u know how the business is like and they won't bother u. Also if needed ask for help, most people are good people and they'll help, however follow ur instincts :)
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20:35 Yeah, that's a Foreign Conversation Fee ( Different from the credit 💳 foreign transaction fee. ) where your payment is converted in dollars not the local currency. Always chose to pay in local currency however sometimes even if you press the local currency option you still get charged ( Happened to me in Rio De Janeiro ). AMEX 💳 don't charge the FCF however unlike Brazil AMEX doesn't seem to be widely accepted in Mexico, at least from my experiences in Cancun Mexico. Get a foreign currency converter app and check your receipts and your credit card statements especially on the weekends when the forex is closed.
My Girlfriend and I are thinking about coming to Mexico later this year and potentially establishing a base there. Your videos have been very helpful. Great job guys👌
You can go nuts all you want but most likely not get any help. My mom got stabbed to her fanny pack and no1 helped. Shes alive but it was daylight and in El Centro.
@@mimi7914 in my mother's situation it was in Puebla. Crime is hidden everywhere. If you were going to get kidnapped and you yell for help, maybe some1 would try to do something but if your kidnapper has a gun, you're out of luck. It wont matter if the kidnapper is outnumbered, the Mexican People have learned to mind their own business. Theyre scared of the criminals, which is understandable. Mexico is a scary place.
When I studied Spanish at Queretaro's Tec de Monterrey during the summer of 2008, one of our classmates went out clubbing, planning to share a cab home with several friends. They chose a cab that didn't display the black phone receiver decal we had been warned to look for before ever getting in. After he had dropped off her friends, the driver drove to a remote location where he savagely beat and raped her before dumping her along the roadside to die. But she was a sturdy Nebraska girl of nineteen, and was able to stumble into the road for help. I have returned to Mexico several times, and plan an early retirement there in in seven short years. (Currently looking at Jocoteoec) There is so much to love about Mexico, but the advice to trust that inner voice is most crucial, imo
Not being a politician is good advice anywhere not just in Mexico although I believe there a lot of laws limiting what you can and can’t say or do regarding politics by a foreigner 🤷🏻♂️🇲🇽👍
Great info! I was planning travelling solo to my destination as hubby is working. I have a friend that offered to do the drive with me (and my big dog LOL), would that be best? My hubby would love to hear yes! Keep up the great content!
so question border run coming up in two weeks so as you can see whats up for me coming in of course i will be dressing down on my own adventurous been in door to door sales so then how is cancun with the mosquitos
you can get scam anywhere, even in good hotels in the US when drunk... it was tried once in Denver at the Double Tree, luckily my friends wife checked his credit card everyday and caught it... the bartender tried
Bad idea to state the worth of your AV equip... Unless you down play it... Safely could have said $75 for camera and $25m for mic... Which sums up to don't even go there. Love your videos, keep them coming. I predict you two are going to get hitched soon and laska will be the flower girl (lol). My wife and I had the same beautiful connection... It's so cool.
@@TangerineTravels I bought the Rocket language. I had hopes it had a dock icon like my apps have so I can click on it for fast access. Perhaps I missed something.
Guns are illegal unless you are a Mexican citizen, however, a 3 inch pocket knife is not, also, a bow & arrows are legal. Just an FYI for fellow Texans & Southernors and other non-Pacifists. I wouldn’t recommend flying, walking or driving across the border with any of these as folks inMexican government, law enforcement, or border po po/customs may use them as a reason to shake you down for a mordida. Love your opinion re same J & M.
Good tips guys! One of the easiest ways to look like an "american" estadunidense is to wear shorts. Just don't do it, it you want to fit in. Mexicans only wear shorts when they are going to the beach...otherwise wear pants
Hi guys, Me gustaría ver más videos sobre lugares donde comer o hacer actividades recreativas. También que pusieran en práctica su español durante los videos. ¿Dónde esta Laska? Quiero verla!!!! y finalmente que significa scketchy? Me di cuenta que usan ese adjetivo en diferentes situaciones y ya me confundí. Saludos y nos vemos el siguiente sábado.
scketchy: es una forma elegante de decir que algo se ve peligroso. Como cuando vas a un barrio que se ve grafiteado, o con gente bebiendo en la calle. No necesariamente es peligroso, pero si se ve peligroso. De acuerdo contigo, ultimamente el contenido esta dirigido a americanos que se quieren ir a vivir a México. Pero falta contenido para turistas en general (incluso turistas mexicanos)
Yo creo que si tienen para un mobile iPhone también tienen para cadenas de oro, pero Maddie dijo que son falsas para evitar que ladrones busquen su casa. 🙃
This video is more applicable to the US; specifically, states like CA, NY, Illinois, etc. Los Angeles has devolved into a one gigantic cesspool, where people are either on edge or all pissed off, waiting to take their anger out on anyone, for any reason. A few days ago, I had some dude literally get in a rage just because I didn't yield to him as he backing his car out. I just drove away, or tried to as he vehemently pursued me. Thank god he didn't feel the need to use a gun as he lashed expletives left and right at me; otherwise, that could have been it for me. Everybody tailgates like a psycho out here, and with gas prices at $4.50/gallon, I expect this place to become more dire than it already is.
I saw a lot of road range in Redding ca, and a lot more spousal abuse, drugs, rapes, you name it. Than I ever did in Los Angeles. Even a doctor that moved there said to me, he had only been in Redding for 2 weeks and that he was from Los Angeles, and in 2 weeks he saw more abuse in Redding than he ever did his whole time in Los Angeles. And he said,, And the crank in this town! I agreed.
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Thars awsome you guys have been learning Spanish effectively in Mexicio and immersed in the culture.
Maddie, I love your black, crushed-velvet skirt. I am impressed at the quality of the clothing you sport. If you do not mind my asking, at what stores do you shop for clothing, in Mexico, please?
Maddie and Jordan, do you ever pay attention to the "dislikes" here, and wonder why someone might not like what you post?
Oh, you will never have to worry about my not liking something, but, I am just curious.
Anything can happen anywhere at any time. It just takes some wisdom. Stay safe everyone wherever you are. 🌺
Exactly is like In Detroit, Alabama, Atlanta, Bronx ... so anywhere.
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Yes, use your intuition- trust your instincts! Police officers, detectives, soldiers all credit using their gut instinct to keep them safe!!
Maddie I’m glad you mentioned the strength of the Sun in Mexico. I think you are the first TH-camr that I’ve heard mention having to be aware of the sun. Nothing worse than getting sunburn. Thanks
The closer you get to the Equator, the fiercer the sun will be.
@@brucealanwilson4121 I’ve heard it’s worse in some locations that others, close to the equator. Has something to do with the ozone layer. That’s what Kevin @ “30 And A Wake Up” says in Thailand. ✌️
Who knows where the ozone layer is wealker? Ay any rate it's like anywhere else. I am un San Cristóbal Chiapas 7000 feet elevación. You need sunscreen even though it's cool temo compare to Playa del Carmen which is si hot and humid now. I get burned faster here in San Cristóbal
@@utecastronoova863 The worse I’ve been sunburnt was in Aruba. Hardly no humidity, so you don’t sweat. You just burn. I’m flying back to Aruba next June. I’m definitely taking some 100 block sunscreen. lol
@@Byron4RollTide I used to get to the Philippines. Must have been one of my first times, I'm not sure, but I thought I was going to be really careful and only stay by the pool for 45 minutes. Got burnt to a crisp.
Being a Native Mexican, Totally agree on your Safety and Security Points, and also I might add, as it is the case all over the World, Do NOT get into the Worst Neighborhoods, Colonias and Barrios !
Excellent advice! I’m a small woman and I have had suspicious people tail me on many occasions throughout my life and I always turn and stare them down to let them know that I am not a target they want to deal with! Every time, they stop and go the other way!
I'm not sure if in Mexico pepper sprays are legal or where to buy them, but in Russia it saved me a few times. Usually a drunk guy tries to do something and you don't know if he's armed or not - you spray his face, and he screams for his mom lol for women especially it would be great to have a pepper spray.
Bear spray is even better, you can spray someone from as far as 20-30ft away
@@theintrovertadventurer9640 lol it might be illegal though. In my country it's illegal to use animal sprays against humans
Insect (wasp) repellant sprays to a distance.
I was just going to ask this, I guess pocket knives are out then haha. Usually when I fly domestically I pack my luggage with pepper spray and pocket knives, because there aren’t any TSA rules about this for checked in bags.
@@rudegyalnae I wouldn't recommend knives cuz almost in any country if you carry a knife, doesn't matter if it's for self defense, if you grab a knife you're already a potential murderer. Especially in another country, they will put you to jail even for self defense, they will defend their citizen even if he was trying to kill you.
Growing up in New York city in the 70's I learned to be streetwise ( aware of my surroundings) & to appear to have a sense of purpose & calmness. Always take in the Big picture to preemptively avoid potential dicey situations.
I’m a solo traveler. And while I hear what you’re saying - I would never forego travel just because you don’t want to go alone! Just take the precautions. Don’t hang out in sketchy places - especially at night!
Just telling you my experience's in Mexico. I drove though it many times as a young woman by myself. I never had a bad experience. The men there were very helpful. When I had car trouble and a car accident. I have had many trips to Mexico,
everyone was very good to me. I experienced they are very good to women that travel alone. On the other hand, not so good as a couple. I just thought it was obvious that they pick on foreign men. That was my impression. If you as a woman are with a man , you have more to worry about. Or if foreign men go to Mexico without women, they seem to get in trouble.
I have to say as a woman in America, I have had everything bad that can happen to you here in the USA, (excluding murder)
and that was just purely luck. And it doesn't matter what neighborhood you are in.
Just saying, Mexican's have always been good to me in their country. I think because I was a woman alone. Unless times has changed? All I remember is they appeared to be very protective of me.
It depends on the man. I am gringo and have been here 16 months and all over México. Most people just see me as an ATM machine but i havent been robbed outright so far. I go to barrios, i speak spanish so i am not the typical tourist. I drink a lot but never get drink in public.
I am a big guy si perhaps that has something to do with it, or maybe i have been lucky. I do know that i have been followed 2 times that i know of. Once they saw me wstching them they left..
@@utecastronoova863 Yes, that sounds good. I imagine that all of the above that you stated does make a difference, At last that you speak Spanish and never get drunk in public. You don't sound like the typical male tourist that I knew of. As I remember it, they would go to Mexico to Party, act cocky. Often get into trouble.. I traveled there many times solo as I said. I only went there twice with a girl friend. I have always had my best times traveling solo. The people of Mexico have always been respectful and helpful to me.
Love seeing Mexico in the background. Good important video
all due respect her voice is beyond description so very pleasant clear and articulate both of you have good voice delivery
Y'all are my #1 source for Mexico travels.
Happy Saturday, thanks for the tips!!
Thanks for watching Randy!
There's this weird phenomenen where everyone in México wears pants and often times long sleeves or sweaters, even when it's breaking 65F. While I think this is similar to what I've seen in TH-cam videos from Miami, it seems to have a very practical purpose and that is to protect you from very high UV radiation.
While there are some US cities that are at lower latitudes than México, México's land is usually at a rather high altitude. The higher the altitude you go, the higher the radiation dose you recieve.
Therefore, the coupling of high altitude and low latitudes result in high UV radiation.
Even in the US, you will see ladies from Mexico using umbrellas as sun-shades in the sun. Smart people. Skin cancer kills. And you look younger !!!
@@williampotter2098 we Asians be like that too. We are afraid of the sun XD
Another excellent video, as usual. My take away from having spent time in Tijuana is if you really want to find trouble, you can. If you want to avoid it, you can generally do that too. Finding trouble tends to begin with the drug trade, buying or selling. Never had an issue there. It did help I was with a local, who spoke Spanish. P.S. I think Laska's probably at home playing dress up with your "gold chains" while partying with the local squirrels. ;)
I travelled to Mexico city/Monterrey many many times, visited many neighborhoods, used the subway frequently, never had a problem, I love the food
Thanks Jordan & Maddie, everyone needs to stay safe & gong that bell!!!! The food always looks great there
Thank you for all the helpful resources you provided through your videos and travel. Our first city we tried was where you two ended up :) we also tried Merida, Puerto Morales and Mexico City (right beside the park). My husbands favourite was the city. Mexico never worked out for what our needs were and hopefully SOON you two will have similar needs...wealth building and proper tax structuring in order to properly build. Through real estate, stocks, etc...whatever and however you chose to invest your wealth. Mexico was not an easy place to establish and do this...whereas Portugal is. Plus right now Portugal is trying to attract all the digital nomads to come and live there with easy visas and excellent tax incentives for 10 years. As long as you bring your own job and you can support yourself online. Safety is a given and everything we were looking for in Mexico, we found in Portugal. I'm Canadian and my husband is European, so we had to choose a country that worked for both of us. Anyhow thank you and if you ever feel like going to explore Europe for a while you might want to consider looking into Portugal.
Is Portugal mandating jabs?
@@queserasera1674 not yet no
Thanks for the info, me and my best friend are considering Portugal. Which city did you choose and did you travel north to south before you settled. We’re interested in Porto and Lisbon and maybe more south.
@@truest5430 we were forced to buy because of our pets...we chose Caldas da Rainha
@@thepeacefulpack Thank you. :-)
Whenever you're back to Jardín Guerrero, look out for a guy called Robert, he sits at the benches near from where you were standing (15:32). He is an elderly stateless man, and speaks almost only English, his story is really interesting, it would be great if more people get to know about him and maybe help him or at least reach out to say hi. He's almost always alone because of the language barrier, but is such a nice man.
Esoo ya aprendieron a vivir en México, en México decimos que no es peligroso pero tienes que andar siempre a las vivas, porque aunque no tengas problemas con nadie y seas alguien bueno el mundo es jodido y hay personas que lamentablemente solo quieren hacer el mal.
Saludos saludos los sigo casi desde que llegaron a México!
Yo vivo en Estados Unidos y es la misma mamada. Este bato si tiene mucho miedo que se vaya de México y deje de poner vídeos de miedo.
I’m glad you are staying safe! I’m looking forward to Your new channel, Maddie!!
Thanks Stephanie! 🙌
Hiiii! I really like this video! It's informative about ways to stay safe in Mexico, but of course you guys still had me giggling a bunch as I watched. You both look so happy and relaxed, I love it! Big fat hugs to you both and a kiss on the head and chin scratches for Laksa! ❤️💃
I've traveled and lived (part time) in Mexico since I was 10 years old (1964 eeek!) I've never been the victim of any kind of violence. The worst I've had happen is attempts, some successful, some not, at shorting me when making change. PEMEX stations are the worst for this. That said, I can count on one hand the times this has happened in over 50 years. I try to stay alert, pretty much the same as I would in London, New York, Paris or here in Phoenix.
I am headed there for work in Sept for possible 6 months. All this is scaring me so much. But thanks for the awareness though. Hoping it goes smooth. 😞
The point is to be informed, not scared. US media has socialized and brainwashed us to be afraid of so much of the world. Don’t believe the hype. Use their advice, work and ENJOY your time there. Mexico is wonderful.
"Be a coward live,for another day".I am an American living in San Juan,Puerto Rico and I can tell you,avoid getting into physical altercations.Literally half the time they escalate into something much worse with guns or someone getting stomped down by a group.Totally bad idea.Only physically fight your way out if there's no other exit.Probably the best thing you can do is just be aware of the people and surroundings where ever you go.I know that gets said alot,but it's so true.
Great advice, be aware of your surroundings.
When you guys are wearing a backpack aren't you worried about someone being behind you getting into your back back without you knowing it when its in a crowded area??
I think they just use it backwards when they're in a crowded place.
No i wear a backpack all the time. I would know if someone is getting sneaky.
Yeah I would wear it in the front
I so badly want to travel alone, but I understand it has its risks.
This question is about rent how did you find your “dream home” ? Was there a lot of paperwork or was it relatively easy..?
We made a video about that with tons of info. Here you go! th-cam.com/video/0uWJxAbD2Vo/w-d-xo.html
I feel safer walking around the places most tourists would visit in Mexico -- and even the places most tourists wouldn't visit -- than I do a desolate U.S. downtown at night.
These tips are applicable in ANY country. 😊 Good advice
Mexico is cited as the most dangerous country in the world for journalists.
You two look so happy and healthy, Queretero was a good choice. Thx for these tips and scenery 😊
Maddy has definitely found the right hair stylist. Perfect for her.
Thanks Ron! So sweet 😊
You forgot one of the most dangerous professions.... journalist!
You could mention how to protect yourself when using an ATM machine…even in a bank. Two things I do is cover the key pad to hide my PIN # when entering my number….to stop cloning of my card, and the second thing is if possible to have a second person watching out while I am using the machine. In some cities in Mexico, the ATM’s are located on a wall right on the street. A second person on watch will increase your security tenfold.
You guys are super brave for driving. People drive crazy there! Thank god for Uber! It’s super cheap there!
Trust your gut instinct always. I remember walking at dusk/dark in Acapulco with my daughter. We noticed someone following and both had this uneasy feeling, and a construction site coming up along our walkway. We immediately called a cab over to take us to our hotel. Trust your intuition always.
Most of these seem like common-sense things applicable to almost every country.
Interesting that Krav Maga advises a kick to the nuts. I studied Okanawan Kempo, and they advised attacking the knees. The crotch is rather high, and male reflexes to protect that area are very strong. It only takes about 15 lbs of pressure to shatter a knee, anyone with reasonablly strong legs can exert more that area; just angle your kick to bend the knee in a direction it isn't supposed to go. Nobody is going to chase you very far or very fast with a broken knee.
A good stout walking stick or umbrella is also useful, and it is the one weapon that is absolutely legal to take anywhere.
And, as you pointed out, Laska looks enough like a wolf that people will think twice about messing with her. (How is she, BTW? We've not seen in a while.)
Always go for soft areas if possible. Balls and eyes, especially. Just poke the MFer in the eyes if you can. They can't attack you if they can't see you.
@@racewiththefalcons1 The base of the throat is good, too.
Damn bro!!! gainz!!!! Y’all’s gym 💪 membership has been paying off! Be safe my stranger friends 😃
I carry a tool belt whenever I'm in public. If someone tries to mug me, the hammer and wrench come out and they get hit upside the head. It's also handy for repairing stuff.
Excellent and informative, as usual!
Great video guys!! love the advice!!..keep being you .... you look happier now than ever!!...Viv
Great advice Thanks so much for your ongoing insights.
Thanks for making this vlog. In a previous vlog I was wondering how to stay safe in Mexico if I were to visit. Good advice!
More tips for staying safe from banditos, in Queretaro (or traveling, in general). Keep just a little bit of cash handy in your front pocket (say, $20 US), while walking the streets, and stash the bulk of your money in your money belt or even in your shoe. (I always carried my backpack when out and about, but I NEVER carried my money in it, because I figured it was too easy to set your backpack down and forget it, or otherwise get separated from it.) When you go to purchase your street tacos, or cervezas, or whatever, pull out only your little bit of cash, so you're not pulling out a big wad of cash for all the world to see. And, if you do need to access your big wad of cash while out and about, do it in the privacy of a bathroom stall, etc. Another tip, look unwealthy and wear non-flashy clothing. (Or, as I like to call it, "wear your best urban camouflage.") The less you stand out, the better. I walked the 2 miles home from the bars in El Centro, alone late at night, many a time. Just always stay vigilant about being aware of your surroundings, and determine your safest path, blocks ahead. Also, when drinking alcohol, avoid getting drunk, to help you not be an easy target. Queretaro is a fantastic city, but any big city can be dangerous, especially if you look like an easy target. I really enjoyed my time there. So many stories to tell.
My wise old father used to say "when the going gets rough ... BUGGER OFF."
I come from SP Brazil, things that are common here are kidnappings, armed assaults and sometimes shootings in some areas. Not good things is that common in MX too?
Greetings
Hey Jordan and Maddie. Here in San Miguel de Allende, there is a guy who kidnapped and killed a husky at Presa Allende in the past week. I think you could do a video on this subject especially considering Laska. It started a social movement here in the town. There was a big protest outside his house and in the neighborhood in Los Frailes. Many accuse the same man of many other dog murders including the dog food poisonings in the neighborhood earlier this year that killed about 20 dogs. If you're interested in doing a video on the subject of animal abuse in mexico and especially this case that has provoked such furor in SMA, just respond to this message and I can send you a bunch of links and relevant info. There are a lot of people who would love to do interviews with you that have had their dogs killed.
Oh my god… “trust your instincts” spot on! I had an issue with an UBER driver (Not my choice) from PV to Salulita …I got us out of that car - scariest situation I’ve ever been in.
Really good, common sense information. The dengue info was something I hadn't considered.
From past videos I was thinking of spending a month down there. I think you just talked me out of it ....
YOU are sooo right ( specially about drinking )
My backpacked was picked my first night in Buenos Aires
Queretaro is one of the richest and safest cities in Mexico, you should also visit Merida, Aguascalientes or Leon. Aguascalientes and Leon are not as pretty as Qro but they are peaceful and you could have quality of life. I insist, don't go to Celaya :P or beyond Galerias Queretaro :P you should visit the venezuelan community, it's pretty large and we want to know more about it. Take care!! ps I used to live close to Qro and now I'm moving to AZ, and you left AZ for Qro.. xd
I'm from a town near Celaya, and I stay the hell away from that God-forsaken city. Celaya used to be a nice place, but the last 40 years or so have seen it really fall into disrepair due to bad politics and mismanagement. Hopefully that changes because the city has a lot of history and potential to become a great place, but only time will tell.
Now I'm scared. Are there any cities where I don't have worry about crime on the street?
We arrived at the Guanajuato airport at midnight, and a driver was waiting for us to take us to San Miguel Allende. I was pretty nervous during the trip. There was no moon, so the darkness was truly impenetrable. The driver got us to SMA just fine, but it was nerve wracking.
Guanajuato es muy seguro
Solo fue tu imaginación
El aeropuerto se llama del Bajío, no de guanajuato.
Here is a thought on a video....
You are with each other 24/7 how do you guys maintain a positive relationship? (And not drive each other nuts lol) How do you handle some alone time? What do each of you do individually do to have some alone time.
They live alone! 😂
@@ravd883 Right! No kids...
I think they answered this question in the last video.
I’m getting ready to move to Mexico and I’m super nervous. This channel is a huge help.
if you are getting armed robbed do what the they ask you to do.
Not all the time! If you are being robbed and the offenders tell you to lie down, face down on the ground, attempt to bind your hands or cover your eyes, or especially try to put you in a vehicle to take you somewhere else, that's the time to fight back! Nothing good is going to happen to you if you are taken to another location. Usually complying is sufficient , but not necessarily all of the time in every situation.
@@AZUSC-hm4hl those situations are super rare maybe only happen to a woman that is alone and a crazy guy wants to rape her. What I mean by the other comment if the ask you to “dame tu cartera” you have to give your wallet, “dame tu celular” you have to give your cellphone.
@@facundopop Yes. You are absolutely correct. If it is just a quick street robbery, compliance is al most always the best solution, however if something escalates, compliance may not be the best idea. Take a look please at Advances Self Protection videos on TH-cam. You will see what I am referring to.
When I lived in Mexico City & rode the metro, thieves would use a knife & cut a pant's pocket or the bottom of a purse to get your wallet.
Ahh! Situational awareness is important everywhere; in the woods, on the highway, in the city. You are learning. Experience is a wonderful teacher but I think it's better to use the unfortunate experience of others rather than your own. Fewer stories but way, way easier. Addendum: Baltimore, Chicago, New Orleans, LA, and NYC beat anywhere you've been in MX. If you don't do illegal stuff, you'll meet a lot fewer baddies. I worked in a prison for several years. I learned a lot about how baddies think.
Good advice kids!
Really important to be confident while walking, if u see strange things, even walk with a serious face so everyone knows u know how the business is like and they won't bother u. Also if needed ask for help, most people are good people and they'll help, however follow ur instincts :)
Don’t forget to mention about they have a certain type of sunscreen because of the possibility of ruining their reefs.
Ah yes! We always recommend using reef-safe / biodegradable sunscreen. That's something we go into more detail on in this video: th-cam.com/video/k0TyloUudVY/w-d-xo.html&pp=sAQA
Just had big recall on sun screens here USA.
Thanks for the tips👌
20:35 Yeah, that's a Foreign Conversation Fee ( Different from the credit 💳 foreign transaction fee. ) where your payment is converted in dollars not the local currency.
Always chose to pay in local currency however sometimes even if you press the local currency option you still get charged ( Happened to me in Rio De Janeiro ). AMEX 💳 don't charge the FCF however unlike Brazil AMEX doesn't seem to be widely accepted in Mexico, at least from my experiences in Cancun Mexico.
Get a foreign currency converter app and check your receipts and your credit card statements especially on the weekends when the forex is closed.
My Girlfriend and I are thinking about coming to Mexico later this year and potentially establishing a base there. Your videos have been very helpful. Great job guys👌
Maddie, sunscreen suggestions?
You can go nuts all you want but most likely not get any help. My mom got stabbed to her fanny pack and no1 helped. Shes alive but it was daylight and in El Centro.
@@mimi7914 in my mother's situation it was in Puebla. Crime is hidden everywhere. If you were going to get kidnapped and you yell for help, maybe some1 would try to do something but if your kidnapper has a gun, you're out of luck. It wont matter if the kidnapper is outnumbered, the Mexican People have learned to mind their own business. Theyre scared of the criminals, which is understandable. Mexico is a scary place.
Hi guys! Can you make a video about how you manage your financial stuff (income, taxes, etc.) being expats in Mexico?
When I studied Spanish at Queretaro's Tec de Monterrey during the summer of 2008, one of our classmates went out clubbing, planning to share a cab home with several friends. They chose a cab that didn't display the black phone receiver decal we had been warned to look for before ever getting in. After he had dropped off her friends, the driver drove to a remote location where he savagely beat and raped her before dumping her along the roadside to die. But she was a sturdy Nebraska girl of nineteen, and was able to stumble into the road for help.
I have returned to Mexico several times, and plan an early retirement there in in seven short years. (Currently looking at Jocoteoec) There is so much to love about Mexico, but the advice to trust that inner voice is most crucial, imo
Not being a politician is good advice anywhere not just in Mexico although I believe there a lot of laws limiting what you can and can’t say or do regarding politics by a foreigner 🤷🏻♂️🇲🇽👍
Maddie, can you tell me where you got your backpack? I love the style.
Great info! I was planning travelling solo to my destination as hubby is working. I have a friend that offered to do the drive with me (and my big dog LOL), would that be best? My hubby would love to hear yes! Keep up the great content!
Did you guys use to live in Vegas?
so question border run coming up in two weeks so as you can see whats up for me coming in of course i will be dressing down on my own adventurous been in door to door sales so then how is cancun with the mosquitos
you can get scam anywhere, even in good hotels in the US when drunk... it was tried once in Denver at the Double Tree, luckily my friends wife checked his credit card everyday and caught it... the bartender tried
I love your hair cut
My tip for my age is just don't travel. This assumes you live in a nice safe city. This video was very excellent though.
Great Video! Do you guys have plans to travel to Las Vegas?
Is there a website where I can find the paper requirements for a car?
Those clues or feelings are your Guardian Angels. 😉
I’m from Zamora if you can visit it’s beautiful!
@@lupitacajero7185 yes it is🤗
Question... should you always carry your passport, or only when traveling out of town?
That's not something that I want to bring with me everywhere. Only when needed.
Ustedes dos son muy lindas personas 👍
Muchas gracias Lia!
Bad idea to state the worth of your AV equip... Unless you down play it... Safely could have said $75 for camera and $25m for mic... Which sums up to don't even go there. Love your videos, keep them coming. I predict you two are going to get hitched soon and laska will be the flower girl (lol). My wife and I had the same beautiful connection... It's so cool.
Deberían Aser uno de como mantenerse asalvo en un tiroteo en una secundaria de EU...
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How do I earmark my rocket languages to get right to it. Is there a way to dock it so I can just click on it.
I don’t totally understand your comment but here’s the link: www.TangerineSpanish.com
@@TangerineTravels I bought the Rocket language.
I had hopes it had a dock icon like my apps have so I can click on it for fast access. Perhaps I missed something.
Probably more dangerous stepping off side walk.
Guns are illegal unless you are a Mexican citizen, however, a 3 inch pocket knife is not, also, a bow & arrows are legal. Just an FYI for fellow Texans & Southernors and other non-Pacifists. I wouldn’t recommend flying, walking or driving across the border with any of these as folks inMexican government, law enforcement, or border po po/customs may use them as a reason to shake you down for a mordida. Love your opinion re same J & M.
Why Mexico over USA?
Good tips guys! One of the easiest ways to look like an "american" estadunidense is to wear shorts. Just don't do it, it you want to fit in. Mexicans only wear shorts when they are going to the beach...otherwise wear pants
In my book, me and my dog are one, so solo travel takes on a different meaning. To me, solo means I don't have a two-legged headache with me....
Do you guys have to take a anti parasite pill there?
We get tested for parasites occasionally and take something that targets that specific parasite if we have any.
@@TangerineTravels oh thats good :)
Hi guys, Me gustaría ver más videos sobre lugares donde comer o hacer actividades recreativas. También que pusieran en práctica su español durante los videos. ¿Dónde esta Laska? Quiero verla!!!! y finalmente que significa scketchy? Me di cuenta que usan ese adjetivo en diferentes situaciones y ya me confundí. Saludos y nos vemos el siguiente sábado.
scketchy: es una forma elegante de decir que algo se ve peligroso. Como cuando vas a un barrio que se ve grafiteado, o con gente bebiendo en la calle. No necesariamente es peligroso, pero si se ve peligroso.
De acuerdo contigo, ultimamente el contenido esta dirigido a americanos que se quieren ir a vivir a México. Pero falta contenido para turistas en general (incluso turistas mexicanos)
How are the churches in Mexico?
Yo creo que si tienen para un mobile iPhone también tienen para cadenas de oro, pero Maddie dijo que son falsas para evitar que ladrones busquen su casa. 🙃
This video is more applicable to the US; specifically, states like CA, NY, Illinois, etc. Los Angeles has devolved into a one gigantic cesspool, where people are either on edge or all pissed off, waiting to take their anger out on anyone, for any reason. A few days ago, I had some dude literally get in a rage just because I didn't yield to him as he backing his car out. I just drove away, or tried to as he vehemently pursued me. Thank god he didn't feel the need to use a gun as he lashed expletives left and right at me; otherwise, that could have been it for me. Everybody tailgates like a psycho out here, and with gas prices at $4.50/gallon, I expect this place to become more dire than it already is.
I saw a lot of road range in Redding ca, and a lot more spousal abuse, drugs, rapes, you name it. Than I ever did in Los Angeles. Even a doctor that moved there said to me, he had only been in Redding for 2 weeks and that he was from Los Angeles, and in 2 weeks he saw more abuse in Redding than he ever did his whole time in Los Angeles. And he said,, And the crank in this town! I agreed.