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RELAXING WALK THROUGH THE YUCATAN JUNGLE AND RUINS *ASMR NATURE*
Walk with me through the Puuc region in the Yucatan and discover hidden ruins deep in the jungle.
Want a tour in real life? Get in touch with Roger:
Instagram: @wildliferogg
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Mysteries of Ancient Maya: Visiting Unexplored Ruins in Yucatán
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Come with and visit three ancient Mayan ruins deep in the Mayan jungle in the state of Yucatan, in Mexico. We'll also be exploring some of the many mysteries of the Ancient Mayan civilization, including why we don't know more about this mysterious culture. Want a tour yourself? Get in touch with Roger though his Instagram: IG:@wildliferogg And check out his You tube channel as well @Wildliferog...
Merida Yucatan's Cemetery: Biking Through Time
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Bike with me through Merida Yucatan Mexico's cemetery. We'll explore the history, architecture, and more that made the Yucatan what it is today. Visiting Merida? Book a bike tour with Iván: www.airbnb.mx/users/show/107170704
I Was Caught In a Flood in Merida Yucatan Mexico 🇲🇽
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This rainy season has started strong with many downpours happening. Floods have been happening in Merida, and all over the Yucatan Peninsula. In this video, come with me on a day that started as a beautiful and sunny day, and was quickly turned into a flood zone.
MOST AMAZING THINGS TO DO IN PROGRESO YUCATÁN MEXICO
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Come with me to spend the day at Progreso Yucatán, a local hotspot on Mexico's gulf coast. Here you will find less tourists, and more locals, good vibes, and tastes of the tropics. Are you visiting the Yucatan peninsula?: Follow this link to see tours available in Progreso, and throughout the Yucatan: gyg.me/f3mIwVfB Or visit holaadventures.com/ to discover some more great places to visit, or t...
Exploring Yucatan's Serene Northern Coast and Isla Columpios
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Come with me to discover Isla Columpios aka Swing Island in Chuburna Puerto, a secret hideaway along the northern side of the Yucatan Peninsula. We'll also be discovering Las Dunas a local favorite here in the Yucatan. Get more information on how to get to Isla Columpios here: holaadventures.com/ultimate-guide-to-isla-columpios-in-chuburna-yucatan/
Returning to the USA After Living in Merida Mexico 🇲🇽 🇺🇸
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Hola Amigos, today I'm sharing my experience of returning back to the USA after spending two amazing years living in Mexico. Don't worry, I'm still here to explore the Yucatan with you, but I feel like this video might help provide some valuable insights to anyone curious about visiting Merida, or the United States.
Cholul: Where Small Town Charm Meets Big City Convenience 🇲🇽
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Cholul: Where Small Town Charm Meets Big City Convenience 🇲🇽
Izamal Yucatan ☀️ Where the Sun Never Stops Shining
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Izamal Yucatan ☀️ Where the Sun Never Stops Shining
Tour Cenotes Santa Barbara 📸 Best Cenotes Near Merida
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Tour Cenotes Santa Barbara 📸 Best Cenotes Near Merida
Exploring the Ultra-Modern Malls of Mérida Mexico
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Exploring the Ultra-Modern Malls of Mérida Mexico
What's Merida Really Like?: North Merida Neighborhoods Tour
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What's Merida Really Like?: North Merida Neighborhoods Tour
Cenote Azul Adventure 💙 Bacalar Lagoon Sunrise to Sunset.
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Cenote Azul Adventure 💙 Bacalar Lagoon Sunrise to Sunset.
Experience Parque La Plancha 🌳Mérida Yucatán's newest park #parquelaplancha #merida #mexico
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Experience Parque La Plancha 🌳Mérida Yucatán's newest park #parquelaplancha #merida #mexico
The Lake of 7 Colors 🟦 What's Bacalar Actually Like? 🇲🇽
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The Lake of 7 Colors 🟦 What's Bacalar Actually Like? 🇲🇽
Biking the Biciruta in Merida Mexico
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Biking the Biciruta in Merida Mexico

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @jennycraigadventures3314
    @jennycraigadventures3314 8 днів тому

    Nice video! We’re here right now and the Hurricane Milton damage from October is still felt from what you showed. The walking pier and ferris wheel are gone, the merry-go-looks damaged beyond repair and the boardwalk on both sides of the pier that connects the two sides of malecon is so damaged that it’s closed. It also looks like some of the restaurants on the malecon are still closed and being repaired.

  • @JeanellePerez-x5n
    @JeanellePerez-x5n 9 днів тому

    I live in Mexico now! I love it. Everything you mentioned is so true. I will never return to the USA.

  • @WhatIsOntheComicRack
    @WhatIsOntheComicRack 16 днів тому

    Any difficulty for people who only speak English? Do they accept US dollars at restaurants and shops?

    • @tomcoulon1542
      @tomcoulon1542 10 днів тому

      English is spoken rarely! This is Mexico and the Yucatan. You can expect a different dialect of Spanish. If you have money, English is widely spoken.

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 10 днів тому

      @@WhatIsOntheComicRack hey there! Most folks here don't speak English, but my wife and I's friends and family come down without knowing any Spanish and they get by and enjoy themselves. You can seek out services specifically in English if you choose, it's just not going to be the default. As long as you're patient and respectful, most people will work around the language barrier. Google translate can be very helpful too! 😊 US dollars aren't accepted in Merida or Progreso. Most US bank and credit cards work here just fine, so long as you give them a heads up that you'll be in Mexico.

  • @ElficGuy
    @ElficGuy 18 днів тому

    The not getting is not a Mexican thing, it's a Yucatan thing, it's very culturally unique and independent. It's like the Japan of Mexico

  • @FranciscoSalcido-hg1xy
    @FranciscoSalcido-hg1xy 18 днів тому

    Like last Christmas a car killed some people in Luisiana

  • @estebanjuarez1999
    @estebanjuarez1999 20 днів тому

    Restaurant el Crito Rey. Isla Columpios, y el Flamingo inn. We stay there. So beautiful and unique.

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 18 днів тому

      @@estebanjuarez1999 love to hear it, thanks for sharing!

  • @elizabethhopkins7582
    @elizabethhopkins7582 20 днів тому

    Depends on where you live. I live in a small town an hour from Merida.Everyone greets everyone on the Street in a way not true in much of the US.

  • @monicasanchezorozco1361
    @monicasanchezorozco1361 23 дні тому

    learn spanish, mexican apreciate so much your trying, they always will help you to learn beat by beat an laughing. AND give some free english lessons to the kids arround they wil apreciate it very much. Me too.

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 18 днів тому

      @@monicasanchezorozco1361 very solid advice, thanks for sharing! While my neighbors continue to speak Spanish better than me, continuing to learn the language has opened so many doors for me here, and Mexicans are incredibly kind and receptive to people trying to learn. Its hard to imagine ever getting to a point where I don't feel like my Spanish is still "bad" while being surrounded by native speakers 😆 But if you just keep practicing every day it does indeed get better with time. And free English lessons are a great way to give back to the community as well. Cheers!

  • @Patexer
    @Patexer 27 днів тому

    I nearly died lol

  • @billiondollardan
    @billiondollardan Місяць тому

    I have wanted to move to Mexico for 15 years. I love it down there. People smile so much when they find a gringo who speaks Spanish without a bad accent

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures Місяць тому

      @@billiondollardan I hope you can make it down soon! And I agree, speaking Spanish is much appreciated and well received. Best of luck to you 🇲🇽✌️

  • @AbuelaChayo
    @AbuelaChayo Місяць тому

    Loved this! Gracias 😊

  • @vivaflork
    @vivaflork Місяць тому

    who knew macheting could be so tranquil!

  • @treedad8789
    @treedad8789 Місяць тому

    Very relaxing and love the bird sounds in the background💚

  • @treedad8789
    @treedad8789 Місяць тому

    The funny thing I remember from school is that the textbooks would say that the Mayan people mysteriously disappeared, but that could not be farther from the Truth. Also, it would be shocking if you could uproot that jungle and see how much if it is actually just old Mayan cities

  • @vivaflork
    @vivaflork Місяць тому

    Wow this is incredible! Thank you for letting us come along! Mayan culture is awesome ❤

  • @arianaedwards6793
    @arianaedwards6793 Місяць тому

    where is this actually located?

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures Місяць тому

      @@arianaedwards6793 this is part of Isla Columpios. I talk more about it in my video titled "Exploring Yucatan's Serene Northern Coast and Isla Columpios" if you'd like to learn more 😊 it's kinda hard to describe the exact location in a comment but I have a map in my video that may help.

  • @barrysteven5964
    @barrysteven5964 Місяць тому

    Had to make a quick mention here about the restaurants and the bills. It's not really a Mexican thing as such to have to ask for the bill. Rather it's just a very American thing that you can get rushed and the bill is brought to you. I am English and here in the UK it would be thought of as actually rude if a waiter brought you your bill without you asking for it. To us it feels a bit like 'here's your coat, you can go now!' Especially, as here it is not usual to order your desert until after you have finished your main course or to sit and order a few drinks etc. so they would not even work out your bill until you asked them to. This is the case in every other European country I've been to and I've been to many. On a side note - an American friend who has lived here for ten years told me once that one thing she notices about the UK and Europe in general is an unspoken sense of community. The general idea that we are all part of a common nation and have a responsibility towards each other is there under the surface. I have never noticed it myself but she said she sees it in lots of different ways - even in the way we drive. Interesting.

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures Місяць тому

      @@barrysteven5964 thanks for sharing your experience! I can very much see how the restaurant culture in the US is something a bit unique - everything, even healthcare, is all about how fast you can "turn and burn" through customers. And that's interesting about your friend experiencing a sense of community, thats been my experience in MX as well. Glad to hear her second home is treating her well :) Cheers!

  • @kld70
    @kld70 2 місяці тому

    So they deconstructed an ANCIENT structure to build a cathedral? What!? Why would you deconstruct an ancient structure to use its stones? There weren’t other stones?

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures Місяць тому

      @@kld70 Spanish colonist did this for a few reasons - firstly, it asserted their power over the region. To tear down someone's place of worship and replace it with your own is a calculated move to symbolize dominance. Secondly, it was more economical and efficient to reuse existing material rather than gather new ones. Sadly, this practice didn't just happen in Mérida, but can be found in regions all over the world that were colonized by Europe. Thank you for the thoughtful question.

    • @kld70
      @kld70 Місяць тому

      @ Thank you for your educational reply. I was never taught that. Sorry that colonialism had that effect on your culture.

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures Місяць тому

      @@kld70 I totally understand, the history most people are taught is very selective! Good on you for taking an interest in learning more. Take care!

  • @noname-by3qz
    @noname-by3qz 2 місяці тому

    Wow. I totally get that about people not getting dressed properly in the US to go eat. Especially in Wichita Kansas. I went to an olive garden once and people were wearing flip flops.And you're right about the aggressive people. 2 days after the election a latino man was just standing in line at a store. He said a white couple was standing behind him and one of them said " trump is going to send you back where you came from. He said "I was born here. Where am i going back to?" What stupid rude people.

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 2 місяці тому

      @@noname-by3qz thanks for sharing your experience. Unfortunately I totally believe it. Stay safe out there ✌️

  • @Trashingcanine
    @Trashingcanine 2 місяці тому

    Stop gentrifying people. It’s very tantalising to triple your retirement funds by playing prince in a third world country, but you guys flooding here with your dollars is making it impossible for locals to actually have a future. And I know that because I am a local.

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 2 місяці тому

      @@Trashingcanine Thank you for your comment. I understand gentrification can be an issue, as, believe it or not, I have experienced it first hand. I was priced out of the city I lived in, in the US. My rent 9 years ago was $700. That same apartment today is $2000. And its the cheapest apartment I could find. The pandemic caused rampant global inflation as the elite took advantage of the opportunity. But the "elites" weren't the new people arriving in my city. They are the corporate conglomerates that bought up all the property and resold them at wildly inflated prices to new comers. They are the suppliers that raised the prices on everything because they saw an opportunity to price gouge. I come from a family of immigrants who relocated for a better life, so I also see the other side of people doing what they have to do in order to both survive and make life worth living. And some people in the US have said my family has no right to be there, even 40+ years after they arrived in the US. Some people absolutely move to Mexico with a bad mentality - they want to leverage their wealth and take advantage of the situation and operate with a "whats in it for me" mentality. And that's never okay. But most people coming from the US are not wealthy, and you won't see us living like any kind of prince. Most Americans my age and younger aren't able to save for retirement - we are really just trying to get by. All of that said, I still appreciate your point because we can actively play a role in respecting our new home and not disrupting the way of life and limiting gentrification. Its important not to live in oversaturated areas, to not buy land, to research new developments to make sure they aren't abusing indigenous populations. Learn the culture, learn the language, give more than you take, and be thoughtful in your lifestyle choices.

  • @PurpleNGold824
    @PurpleNGold824 2 місяці тому

    In Mexico you don’t have all the political bs, hate, rudeness. You get away from everything that makes america ugly. Love living in MX full time now. Don’t plan on going back.

  • @judithgrace9850
    @judithgrace9850 2 місяці тому

    Hola from Queretaro. God is in charge. Enjoy your money. Pay rent first. Work overtime or extra jobs. Help others. Enjoy life. Travel

  • @dsandoval6320
    @dsandoval6320 2 місяці тому

    What restaurant had that huge octopus served to the table on the sand.

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 2 місяці тому

      @@dsandoval6320 mobula cocina de mar. Their food is absolutely fantastic. Whether you're getting seafood or French toast, 10/10

  • @briantravelman
    @briantravelman 2 місяці тому

    That's not true, because when I was there it was overcast and raining

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 2 місяці тому

      @@briantravelman i stand corrected 😆

  • @thunderousapplause
    @thunderousapplause 2 місяці тому

    what about food deliveries? Can I get groceries delivered? I'm old and walking far with grocerie might be challenging.

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 2 місяці тому

      @@thunderousapplause You can get just about everything delivered here, including your groceries, medicines/prescriptions, restaurant food, etc. I recommend downloading the Rappi app when you're here. And if you like shopping from bigger grocery chains and placing large orders, I'd recommend ordering directly from Chedraui's website. They are a popular grocery store here. Hope this helps!

  • @thunderousapplause
    @thunderousapplause 2 місяці тому

    I live in Los Angeles. I don't have any clothes that are dressy. You mean, I should dress like I'm going to church if I just wanna go out to dinner? Wow.

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 2 місяці тому

      @@thunderousapplause Fair question! Technically the city is big and diverse enough that you will still see folks at the grocery store in gym shorts and a tshirt, it's just less common. If I'm going out to brunch or the mall, I usually try to at least put on jeans and a short sleeve button up. My wife wears a lot of dresses. If we're going for a walk and in casual clothes and just impulsively want to pop in to a store or grab a snack, we still do, and its not like the world stops and stares. But we do notice we're *usually* the most dressed down folks when we do.

  • @CraigX420
    @CraigX420 2 місяці тому

    That's all fun and games until you get pooped on.

  • @CraigX420
    @CraigX420 2 місяці тому

    The funny thing is that 20 minutes after the rain stops the streets are dry.

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 2 місяці тому

      @@CraigX420 very true, it disappears just as quickly as it comes!

  • @CraigX420
    @CraigX420 2 місяці тому

    I live in Merida. Nice to meet you. Excellent video.

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 2 місяці тому

      @@CraigX420 nice to meet you too, thanks for supporting the channel! If you see me out and about, feel free to say hi, it's always nice getting to know new people here 🙂

    • @CraigX420
      @CraigX420 2 місяці тому

      @@holaadventures I actually moved outside of the city recently. For 8 years I was in Itzimna. Then I bought some land in a pueblo and am living in a small Mayan village. My wife and I have an 11 & 9 year old with one on the way. You are welcome to visit us and we'll give you some farm fresh eggs to take back to the city. I saw you on the bus. We could help you get to Motul, if you wanted to visit the pueblo?

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 2 місяці тому

      @@CraigX420 wow that's a very kind offer, I'd love to come visit and check out Motul! Feel free to reach out to me at sebastian@holaadventures.com and we can iron out the details :)

  • @andreagroom
    @andreagroom 2 місяці тому

    I noticed you are paying with coins. Where did you exchange your money and do a lot of places take credit cards?

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 2 місяці тому

      @@andreagroom Good question! Most establishments do take credit cards (Visa and Mastercard) but street vendors will generally require cash. I typically just take my money out of an ATM. Some banks, like Charles Schwab, refund ATM fees. Additionally, make sure you hit decline on the conversion fee when withdrawing from an ATM. This will force the ATM to use your bank's conversion rate, which is almost always going to be much better than the ATM rate. Its usually the second "accept/decline" screen that pops up when using an ATM. ATMs usually give out 500 peso bills which can be too big for a vendor to break change for. So you have a few options. You can go buy something small from a convenience store, like OXXO, and get change back for your 500. You can also go up to any bank counter and ask them to give you change for bigger bills. I'll do this when I know I'm about to head to a small town so I have plenty of small bills ahead of time. A mix of 20 and 50 pesos usually suffices. Hope this helps!

  • @maximolacerante8808
    @maximolacerante8808 3 місяці тому

    nice, they all got canopies for shade

  • @bernhardhoedjes
    @bernhardhoedjes 3 місяці тому

    I liked your opinion because it is so true those differents. In the USA they bother you every momentt, where so ever with their political opinions and in a terrific fanatic way. For me it´s an ugly country, specially the white population. Amen

  • @JackB_Nimble1
    @JackB_Nimble1 3 місяці тому

    Great and informative video, were there locals trying to sell weed etc..? I know in Cozumel its kinda annoying with so many locals trying to sell "party favors" Such a beautiful port!!

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 2 місяці тому

      @@JackB_Nimble1 thank you! And no, not at all. I've been to Progreso countless times, both on quiet weekdays and on busy holidays, and I've never been offered anything of the like. Its way less of a free for all party vibe than Quintana Roo. Not saying there aren't any party favors here but, no one's gonna walk up to a stranger and offer that kinda stuff in my experience. Cheers!

  • @qmtcop
    @qmtcop 3 місяці тому

    I hear you can get inexpensive massages on the beach. $30 or so? Did you see anything like that happening?

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 2 місяці тому

      @@qmtcop yes there are tents that offer massages on the beach, if they're available that day you will see them just by walking down the malecón. I seem to see them on busier days like weekends and holidays. If you want to be sure to have something scheduled, check out Mayan Spa Progreso. I see pics of them giving massages outside various rooftops so I'd imagine they could arrange something for you! Happy travels.

    • @qmtcop
      @qmtcop 2 місяці тому

      @@holaadventures Thank you!

  • @qmtcop
    @qmtcop 3 місяці тому

    What’s with the stray dogs?

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 2 місяці тому

      @@qmtcop unless dogs are causing a nuisance, the city leaves them be and they are free to roam. Any of the beach dogs ive met are very laid back and friendly. They might give you the puppy dog eyes in hopes of a bite of your taco though 👀

    • @qmtcop
      @qmtcop 2 місяці тому

      @ awww sweet ok

    • @tomcoulon1542
      @tomcoulon1542 10 днів тому

      They are everywhere! I live here and people do not respect their pets and there is no spay or neuter program. Many domesticated pets run astray looking for food and shelter. Shamefully sad!

  • @Troy-nc5br
    @Troy-nc5br 3 місяці тому

    The beach clubs have some of the best food I have ate in a long time and the prices are very inexpensive

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 2 місяці тому

      @@Troy-nc5br awesome, great to know, thanks for sharing !

    • @AmyGChicago
      @AmyGChicago 6 днів тому

      Which beach clubs?

  • @evillarrealjr7754
    @evillarrealjr7754 3 місяці тому

    Great job on your video of Progresso, really helped me plan on what to visit the day of my cruise there with family thank you

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 2 місяці тому

      @@evillarrealjr7754 thank you! Hope you and your family have a fantastic time.

  • @jaime3452
    @jaime3452 3 місяці тому

    Very interesting look into a part of Merida’s history . Thanks

  • @jaime3452
    @jaime3452 3 місяці тому

    Nice to see different parts of Merida

  • @NorthSouth88
    @NorthSouth88 3 місяці тому

    Good video. Tanks

  • @NorthSouth88
    @NorthSouth88 3 місяці тому

    Lots of good info. Thanks.

  • @AngelJulio-l8y
    @AngelJulio-l8y 3 місяці тому

    Es ilegal ondear una bandera extranjera en tierra mexicana (7:14).

  • @bobsacamano7653
    @bobsacamano7653 3 місяці тому

    People smile and nod hi to me here in the US. Of course many do not say hi, but I would say it is about 50/50. It also seems that if you smile and say hi you are more likely to have people reciprocate. Maybe it is you that isn't happy in the US?

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 3 місяці тому

      @@bobsacamano7653 I smile and nod at folks in the US, and frankly it's such a very deeply ingrained habit, I can't seem to get myself to stop when I am in other countries, either 😅 I'm sure sometimes I throw other non-americans off ("why's the guy smiling at me, do I know him?"). What can I say, you can take a guy out of the midwest but you can't take the midwest out of the guy! Thanks for supporting the channel 😃

  • @bobsacamano7653
    @bobsacamano7653 3 місяці тому

    I prefer the cold

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 3 місяці тому

      @@bobsacamano7653 sounds great, hope you're living somewhere nice and chilly that suits you too 🙂

  • @jwattz3628
    @jwattz3628 3 місяці тому

    I'm from Chicago as well, and I just returned from Oaxaca and noticed all that you've said. It's been a struggle. From the chemicals in the water and food, politics, etc. We got it backwards

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 3 місяці тому

      @@jwattz3628 I hear you amigo/a, hope you can get back to Oaxaca soon. I haven't been there yet but I hear incredible things. Viva México 🇲🇽 ✌️

  • @TheAdventuresofSnickersandMinn
    @TheAdventuresofSnickersandMinn 3 місяці тому

    ❤❤❤

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 3 місяці тому

      @@TheAdventuresofSnickersandMinn igualmente :)

  • @kimberlyannwalbridge7658
    @kimberlyannwalbridge7658 3 місяці тому

    I had the weirdest experience moving from Minnesota back to Maryland. Now I should have been freezing in Minnesota and trust me I did ,get back to Maryland and 35 degrees felt like 0 degrees 😆🤣🤣🤣I shook a lot this is something never happened before. Maryland is coastal so you get the humidity and dampness where as Minnesota is a dry cold . I know you are talking about Mexico and going somewhere else after that but even state to state can most certainly differ in weather and so much more.

  • @antoniodiminno7868
    @antoniodiminno7868 3 місяці тому

    Fantastic video! Thank you so much!

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 3 місяці тому

      @@antoniodiminno7868 thanks for watching!

  • @treedad8789
    @treedad8789 3 місяці тому

    Would love to check the cemetery, if not for the spooky factor, but for the stories and history surrounding it and the area.

    • @holaadventures
      @holaadventures 3 місяці тому

      Yeah it was surprisingly a good place to learn about the history of the area. Thanks for watching!