I just returned home from a week long vacation in Mexico City. It was one of the most amazing cities I’ve ever visited, so much so that now I’m really considering retiring to Mexico. Not anytime soon but in about seven years. While I LOVED Mexico City, I can’t envision myself living there. Your videos are the only ones I’ve been able to find on TH-cam that extensively cover the “off the beaten path” places in Mexico that never get any attention. The scenery that you show while you’re driving and the glimpses of daily life in these small towns and villages is so very helpful to those if us interested in moving to Mexico….thank you so much and please keep the awesome content coming!
Thursday, August 29, 2024: What a delightful video. My husband Jorge and I visited Villa del Carbón a few months ago - a lovely town. We also visited the pueblo mágico of El Oro (also in the state of México) which is about an hour from Villa del Carbón. We liked El Oro very much. Greetings from Querétaro where we have made our home after moving here from Dallas, Texas. :-) Joseph (Pepe) Quillian
I totally agree with the way you’re traveling through Mexico looking for the place that fits you. To me, so many people pick a place, usually that’s been blown up with a bunch of fluff, and just move there. They fly in, take public transportation to the town, rent an apartment and move in. There is so much to see in Mexico. I put 3300 mikes on a motorcycle, 5000 miles last winter traveling through Mexico, and I feel I just scratched the surface. I’m going back this winter for about 6 months, and your videos draws the right kind of people in the comments that obviously are explores too. I get a lot of ideas from you, and them, of places to go this winter.
Great! You're right, there is so much to explore. I'm already looking forward to hitting the road again! Have a great 6 months! That's a nice chunk of time to get warm in the winter :)
If you like green, and you're still looking for a place to settle, consider the Xalapa area. We were just there in April and plan to go back soon. There are 6 pueblos magicos down the spine of those mountains (Naolinco, Coatepec, Xico, Coscomatepec, Orizaba and Cordoba). We hope to check out the Orizaba area on the next trip. But we spent a week in Coatepec and loved it.
Thank you! I don’t KNOW what highways are safe for sure, that’s the problem with Mexico. I try to keep up to date on any local news and what others have experienced recently. The dangers are real, but not as much in the safer states.
Oh that’s funny I’ve been so many similar situations where I say something wrong and they laugh but you know what it ends up being amazing it’s a icebreaker. I don’t have a problem with them laughing at my Spanish.
I really enjoy your videos. The little towns are the best but with little Spanish it would be very difficult to survive. You for sure can speak and get things done in Spanish. With little Spanish for now I can only go we’re there’s more English and that sucks, want to retire in a beautiful little town no more then over a hr from any international airport but in the higher climate for Cooler weather. I’m started to think you really don’t want to settle down because you like the travel part of it and staying in different places. That town sounds wonderful. Thanks! Stay safe! 🙏🐸. P.S. I hope I don’t sound negative. I wish I had the balls to do to hat your doing.
No, not negative. You're right! I'm having a great time exploring. But I will settle for longer, sometime soon. For the dogs' sake and because I think it will be cheaper than these short term rentals. Thanks for your comment :)
I moved to Patzcuaro MX from Santa Fe NM and have been here for 2 years. Patz is 7000 feet and appears to have similar weather to where you are now. we have a beautiful lake which you can see from many vantage points in town ..Not many gringos here and when I go back to the US and people ask me where I live, most say they have never heard of Patzcuaro. It's def not on the tourist radar which I Love. however, in two years it seems to be changing ( more tourists). have you heard of Patszcuaro? Cheers!!!!!
Yes, I definitely have. Someone told me it's the next San Miguel de Allende. I may go in that direction after here, I hear great things about the area. But, I too don't want to settle in an area filled with expats, so we'll see. Thanks for your comment!
@@sebastianlujan8872 Do you think Morelia would be better with limited Spanish then Pátzcuaro? How long is the ride with your driver? Thanks! San Miguel Allende has good climate but to many gringos. Trying to stay with the locals with limited Spanish. 🙏🐸
If you search for a precipitation map of Mexico, you will know where to look for trees and greenery. I am also not a big fan of arid landscapes. Great videos!
Hello if you.are in Hidalgo you can Google this place the name call is grutas de tolantongo is beautiful place you can Google .take care of yourself blessing to you and 2 doog feliz dia..
Ay mamacita... Quiero acompañarte! If only I could jump into your videos a la Mary Poppins!! We'd have a blast together. Blue tortillas with rock salt...milled right there... What a yummy treat! So glad you found this place...or it found you. Or maybe a little bit of both 🤔😉 Twenty years? You've been roaming Mexico for twenty years? Not quite sure of your fur babies names...guess I could check your about section. Anywho... luvin your sharings with us. Thank you 😊
Just found my answer in other comments -- Boy viggo and girl Olive. Quite different personalities. A special embrace to Olive as she continues to endure thunder and I expect other loud noises
Thank you! No, I meant I've had vacations in Mexico for more than 20 years. Came to live here in April. Olive and Viggo, the odd couple, so different. Thanks for your comment!
Check with Superholly, she's been living in both the United States and in Mexico, you can learn Spanish; her English and Spanish are very fluent! Try sometime Puebla State and its capital city; greetings!!
I don’t mean to hijack the comment. But I spent 2 weeks last winter around Puebla City. I’m going back to Mexico this winter and figured I’d end up back in Puebla. But now that I found Mora’s channel, I see so many other places I want to explore. But, I liked Puebla, even though I’m more of a smaller town guy. I found Puebla easy to drive around in.
@@dennisconrad6124 By this time of year, I recomend the pueblos mágicos of Chignahuapan (where you may find thousands of handmade Xmas decorations and hot good food, because of cold weather), and Zacatlán (apple cidar and a big variety of liquors and creams, clock towers)! There's a lot to choose from! 👌👌👌👌
Martha: Prices in Turist areas or destinations have been going up for years... Owners of those properties raise the prices on rent and value. On the other hand, in the small villages, Turists bring a little bit more money to the local economy and many people like artisans, local eateries, etc. Benefit from their visit. When we are born in a beautiful country like Mexico, we should remember that we have Always been really good Hosts to all people. Saludos!
@@keenosaabi4530 Ahh yes, another PNWesterner and a lover of all trees, evergreen. I like that suggestion to check out the precipitation map of Mexico and choose adventures based on rainfall amounts. Wet equals green.
Could be. Also with this climate (at least in the rainy season) I'd have to assess if my dog Olive could get used to it. All the thunder is making her so nervous :(
It’s so refreshing to see untouristy towns as they all begin to look the same. Thank you for your intrepid nature and for sharing. Vis the tortillas: blue tortillas are a sign you’re in a “good” town, for me anyway.
hi Mora one of your first videos got me so mad the tittle was about san miguel de allende as you may know by now mexicans we are very proud of whatever we make in mexico good or bad we are very proud but watching more of your videos i realize you speak like a nurse logical and sincere i guess is about your training as a nurse when you have to give families a bad news i like the way you handle your videos with sincerity on your findings around mexico i think many people will love to have a one on one talk to you and i will love to be one of those lucky people who have a very sincere talk over a cup of coffee with you a very sincere hug for you and your dogs loves dog as well lol anyways enjoy mexico to the fullest
Thank you for giving my videos a second chance. I really appreciate a person like you! Nursing has had a huge effect on me over the years. I guess the way I talk too. Sincere hug back to you :)
I totally agree with the way you’re traveling through Mexico looking for the place that fits you. To me, so many people pick a place, usually that’s been blown up with a bunch of fluff, and just move there. They fly in, take public transportation to the town, rent an apartment and move in. There is so much to see in Mexico. I put 3300 mikes on a motorcycle, 5000 miles last winter traveling through Mexico, and I feel I just scratched the surface. I’m going back this winter for about 6 months, and your videos draws the right kind of people in the comments that obviously are explores too. I get a lot of ideas from you, and them, of places to go this winter.
I just returned home from a week long vacation in Mexico City. It was one of the most amazing cities I’ve ever visited, so much so that now I’m really considering retiring to Mexico. Not anytime soon but in about seven years. While I LOVED Mexico City, I can’t envision myself living there. Your videos are the only ones I’ve been able to find on TH-cam that extensively cover the “off the beaten path” places in Mexico that never get any attention. The scenery that you show while you’re driving and the glimpses of daily life in these small towns and villages is so very helpful to those if us interested in moving to Mexico….thank you so much and please keep the awesome content coming!
Thank you for that thoughtful comment!
Mora - I am so enjoying your videos! You are doing EXACTLY what I am - looking for my Mexico home - only one dog. Thank you for the great ideas!!!
Thank you! Where are you and what has been your best location so far?
Gracias a ti e conocido villa del carbon gracias mora
"Off the beaten path", my favorite way to travel!
Thursday, August 29, 2024: What a delightful video. My husband Jorge and I visited Villa del Carbón a few months ago - a lovely town. We also visited the pueblo mágico of El Oro (also in the state of México) which is about an hour from Villa del Carbón. We liked El Oro very much. Greetings from Querétaro where we have made our home after moving here from Dallas, Texas. :-) Joseph (Pepe) Quillian
Your dogs are precious. Now I’ve found your station, I’m enjoying your content. Honest, straightforward , with a wonderful perspective. 😊🖖
Thank you very much!
I really like your videos. Mexico is beautiful.
It really is! Thanks for watching.
Your videos are just delightful.❤
Thank you so much!
What a beautiful place! I love the town. I love the beautiful trees and the mountains.
Me too! But it rains EVERY day, with thunder and lightning. Hard on the pups.
@@MoraMargaret this is helpful. My two dogs would have a hard time with that too.
I love your videos n your enthusiasm for traveling with your two beautiful dogs.God bless you on your journey.
Thank you! They are great travel companions!
keep beautiful Mexico coming to us Mora, I love it....
I love blue corn👍👍👍
I totally agree with the way you’re traveling through Mexico looking for the place that fits you. To me, so many people pick a place, usually that’s been blown up with a bunch of fluff, and just move there. They fly in, take public transportation to the town, rent an apartment and move in. There is so much to see in Mexico. I put 3300 mikes on a motorcycle, 5000 miles last winter traveling through Mexico, and I feel I just scratched the surface.
I’m going back this winter for about 6 months, and your videos draws the right kind of people in the comments that obviously are explores too. I get a lot of ideas from you, and them, of places to go this winter.
Great! You're right, there is so much to explore. I'm already looking forward to hitting the road again! Have a great 6 months! That's a nice chunk of time to get warm in the winter :)
If you like green, and you're still looking for a place to settle, consider the Xalapa area. We were just there in April and plan to go back soon. There are 6 pueblos magicos down the spine of those mountains (Naolinco, Coatepec, Xico, Coscomatepec, Orizaba and Cordoba). We hope to check out the Orizaba area on the next trip. But we spent a week in Coatepec and loved it.
That sounds beautiful! Orizaba is on my list!
Muy bonito video y tus perritos tambien saludos desde LAS
🇺🇸 🇲🇽 cuidate muncho ✌😎✌
Gracias! Donde es LAS?
@@MoraMargaret sin city, Como esta El clima en Qrto
Keep on looking. It’s a lot of fun.
I know! It's going to be hard to settle because I love exploring so much :)
@@MoraMargaret I know the feeling. 👍
What a lovely video. New subscriber.
Thank you Frizzy!
Your videos are lovely l! Thank you for sharing Mexico with us! My question is how do you know which highways are safe for travelling alone?
Thank you! I don’t KNOW what highways are safe for sure, that’s the problem with Mexico. I try to keep up to date on any local news and what others have experienced recently. The dangers are real, but not as much in the safer states.
@@MoraMargaret Just curious. What are the states considered to be more dangerous?
Güera, si vienes a Toluca, te invito unos tacos
Amazing trees!! 🌳🌲🌴 And a beautiful town. Enjoy!! 🌼
Thank you very much!
Awe, sounds delightful, on a sunny day! :) lovely video, thank you so much for showing off the beaten path adventure! happy trails and via con Dios!
Muchas gracias!
Oh that’s funny I’ve been so many similar situations where I say something wrong and they laugh but you know what it ends up being amazing it’s a icebreaker. I don’t have a problem with them laughing at my Spanish.
Same here!
Great videos!
Thanks!
I really enjoy your videos. The little towns are the best but with little Spanish it would be very difficult to survive. You for sure can speak and get things done in Spanish. With little Spanish for now I can only go we’re there’s more English and that sucks, want to retire in a beautiful little town no more then over a hr from any international airport but in the higher climate for Cooler weather. I’m started to think you really don’t want to settle down because you like the travel part of it and staying in different places. That town sounds wonderful. Thanks! Stay safe! 🙏🐸. P.S. I hope I don’t sound negative. I wish I had the balls to do to hat your doing.
No, not negative. You're right! I'm having a great time exploring. But I will settle for longer, sometime soon. For the dogs' sake and because I think it will be cheaper than these short term rentals. Thanks for your comment :)
Guess what? You can learn Spanish. In a little town, you’d learn faster through immersion. Google Translate works great too. Go for it.
You are right Miss May Flower! When you don't have the option of speaking English you learn Spanish faster.
New subscriber here! I’m a fan!!!
Yay! Thank you!
Very good video
Thanks!
I moved to Patzcuaro MX from Santa Fe NM and have been here for 2 years. Patz is 7000 feet and appears to have similar weather to where you are now. we have a beautiful lake which you can see from many vantage points in town ..Not many gringos here and when I go back to the US and people ask me where I live, most say they have never heard of Patzcuaro. It's def not on the tourist radar which I Love. however, in two years it seems to be changing ( more tourists). have you heard of Patszcuaro? Cheers!!!!!
Yes, I definitely have. Someone told me it's the next San Miguel de Allende. I may go in that direction after here, I hear great things about the area. But, I too don't want to settle in an area filled with expats, so we'll see. Thanks for your comment!
What town do you fly into and then take a bus to Pátzcuaro. How long of a taxi or bus ride. Thanks!
@@johnnyfoster977 I fly from the US to Morelia then I have a driver that I know in Patzcuaro pick me from the airport.
@@johnnyfoster977 I fly to Morelia then I have a driver that I know from Patz pick me up from the airport. really quite easy!!!!!
@@sebastianlujan8872 Do you think Morelia would be better with limited Spanish then Pátzcuaro? How long is the ride with your driver? Thanks! San Miguel Allende has good climate but to many gringos. Trying to stay with the locals with limited Spanish. 🙏🐸
PS Right now Parker, my Havanese, and I are in Mascota. Charming town in Jalisco.
I didn't get to Mascota :(
If you search for a precipitation map of Mexico, you will know where to look for trees and greenery. I am also not a big fan of arid landscapes. Great videos!
Thanks for the tips! And thanks for the compliment!
Hello if you.are in Hidalgo you can Google this place the name call is grutas de tolantongo is beautiful place you can Google .take care of yourself blessing to you and 2 doog feliz dia..
Muchas gracias! I have heard of Grutas de Tolantongo, it is marked on my map. I hope to see it soon. Thanks for your comment!
Mora - I am enjoying and appreciating your videos! Thank you for taking the time to share your experiences. Are you planning to go to Oaxaca?
I’m sure I’ll get there eventually, but it might take a while. I have visited Oaxaca city before and I thought it was beautiful!
Ay mamacita...
Quiero acompañarte!
If only I could jump into your videos a la Mary Poppins!!
We'd have a blast together.
Blue tortillas with rock salt...milled right there...
What a yummy treat!
So glad you found this place...or it found you.
Or maybe a little bit of both 🤔😉
Twenty years? You've been roaming Mexico for twenty years?
Not quite sure of your fur babies names...guess I could check your about section.
Anywho... luvin your sharings with us. Thank you 😊
Just found my answer in other comments --
Boy viggo and girl Olive.
Quite different personalities.
A special embrace to Olive as she continues to endure thunder and I expect other loud noises
Thank you! No, I meant I've had vacations in Mexico for more than 20 years. Came to live here in April. Olive and Viggo, the odd couple, so different. Thanks for your comment!
Thanks, she's had abuse in her earlier life, so she's a nervous dog. But I hope she's getting used to the loud noises a little.
Were you also able to buy the toppings at the tortillaria?
No, I didn't see any, and I didn't think to ask. Tiny place and smelled so good!
Are you timid about traveling the highways by yourself?
Sometimes I feel nervous about it. I try to get the latest info on where I'm going and stay out of trouble.
Check with Superholly, she's been living in both the United States and in Mexico, you can learn Spanish; her English and Spanish are very fluent! Try sometime Puebla State and its capital city; greetings!!
Gracias! I'm looking forward to Puebla for sure!
I don’t mean to hijack the comment. But I spent 2 weeks last winter around Puebla City. I’m going back to Mexico this winter and figured I’d end up back in Puebla. But now that I found Mora’s channel, I see so many other places I want to explore. But, I liked Puebla, even though I’m more of a smaller town guy. I found Puebla easy to drive around in.
@@dennisconrad6124 By this time of year, I recomend the pueblos mágicos of Chignahuapan (where you may find thousands of handmade Xmas decorations and hot good food, because of cold weather), and Zacatlán (apple cidar and a big variety of liquors and creams, clock towers)! There's a lot to choose from! 👌👌👌👌
What website is that for the rentals? Thanks in advance.
I used Airbnb but I’m making a page on my website with some recommendations and contact information. MoraMargaret.com
@@MoraMargaretThanks!
Are you driving your own car?..is a rental?...pass some tips my friend ❤😂😊
It's my old car. If you get temp residency you can bring your foreign plated car if you get a TIP (temp import permit).
@@MoraMargaret I laugh every time I hear you refer to your "old car"...mine is a 2005 Lexus. Now that's old!! Still runs well though. :)
Your videos are great plus your communication skills are awesome.
Aww thank you.
Foreigners are causing price to go up. 😢
I think there's a lot of rich Mexicans as well as foreigners making prices go up.
@@MoraMargaret not true. You don’t get the economy in Mexico. They see you foreigners and charge you twice the price and you don’t even know it.
Then I guess it's those people, overcharging out of greed, who are raising the prices.
She just showed that there aren’t “foreigners” in that town.
Martha:
Prices in Turist areas or destinations have been going up for years... Owners of those properties raise the prices on rent and value. On the other hand, in the small villages, Turists bring a little bit more money to the local economy and many people like artisans, local eateries, etc. Benefit from their visit.
When we are born in a beautiful country like Mexico, we should remember that we have Always been really good Hosts to all people.
Saludos!
Mora, that looks like the place!!!
LoL You think so? It is nice, but maybe too small. Not many houses for rent. In fact, I only saw one house for rent long term in the whole town.
@@MoraMargaret you said the magic word for me, valleys filled with "fir trees" they are what keep me in the north cascades. :)
Yes! And they smell so good :)
@@MoraMargaret old growth yellow fir will make your home smell amazing. red/doug fir will make your camp fire smell good too. :)
@@keenosaabi4530 Ahh yes, another PNWesterner and a lover of all trees, evergreen. I like that suggestion to check out the precipitation map of Mexico and choose adventures based on rainfall amounts. Wet equals green.
Beautiful when not pouring! Maybe a bit too small for living?
Could be. Also with this climate (at least in the rainy season) I'd have to assess if my dog Olive could get used to it. All the thunder is making her so nervous :(
It’s so refreshing to see untouristy towns as they all begin to look the same. Thank you for your intrepid nature and for sharing. Vis the tortillas: blue tortillas are a sign you’re in a “good” town, for me anyway.
They smell really good too! Thanks for your comment.
@@sararichardson737 they do all blend together
hi Mora one of your first videos got me so mad the tittle was about san miguel de allende as you may know by now mexicans we are very proud of whatever we make in mexico good or bad we are very proud but watching more of your videos i realize you speak like a nurse logical and sincere i guess is about your training as a nurse when you have to give families a bad news i like the way you handle your videos with sincerity on your findings around mexico i think many people will love to have a one on one talk to you and i will love to be one of those lucky people who have a very sincere talk over a cup of coffee with you a very sincere hug for you and your dogs loves dog as well lol anyways enjoy mexico to the fullest
Thank you for giving my videos a second chance. I really appreciate a person like you! Nursing has had a huge effect on me over the years. I guess the way I talk too. Sincere hug back to you :)
Can I have your email, I live in Toluca.
There is a contact form on my website: MoraMargaret.com
Honey Sometimes I think that using Google translatetor could be good..It will make it easier..
I totally agree with the way you’re traveling through Mexico looking for the place that fits you. To me, so many people pick a place, usually that’s been blown up with a bunch of fluff, and just move there. They fly in, take public transportation to the town, rent an apartment and move in. There is so much to see in Mexico. I put 3300 mikes on a motorcycle, 5000 miles last winter traveling through Mexico, and I feel I just scratched the surface.
I’m going back this winter for about 6 months, and your videos draws the right kind of people in the comments that obviously are explores too. I get a lot of ideas from you, and them, of places to go this winter.