Yes that’s an aspect I didn’t cover in this quick and simple video. This wasn’t intended to be a full guide about moving to La Paz. It was just my opinion about some things. However there are tons of variables that affect the water issue. I’m sorry to hear that!
We live in centro and get water every four days for 7 hours. It's enough, but when they miss a day due to repairs it can get a bit tough. I'm surprised that you had a month without water. I don't think we've ever gone more than 12 days. We can always spend about 600 pesos for a water truck if we run out.
NOT BAD DAYS IN LA PAZ, I HAVE VISITED SAN JOSE DEL CABO, CABO SAN LUCAS, LA PAZ, TODOS SANTOS LAST OCTOBER 2024, IT IS AMAZING AND I WILL RETURN SOON TO VISIT LORETO AND MULEGE ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤AND MY PLAN IS TO MOVE IN TO SAN JOSE DEL CABO SOON ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ I LOVE MY REINA CALIFORNIA SUR ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Great video, I just realized we were living with you recently 😅. Keep the content coming, you’re doing very well. Ignore the haters they’re just jealous 😊.
Yes I understand there are many more aspects to discuss when really considering a city. I wasn’t trying to make a whole guide in this video, it was honestly just my quick opinion. Thank you for watching 🙏
lack of activities is not really a con if you want to relax. ask yourself what you do most days of your life even in fancy places- its the same everywhere. however, meeting up socially with people or seminars, etc.. could be somewhat limited, I give you that.
I mean yeah I understand. I made this video from my personal point of view of course. I do like to relax but not 24/7 so personally I would prefer more options. Especially since I work from home I would like a variety of things to get out of the house and do more than just relax. Thanks for sharing your perspective! 😊
It’s dryer in La Paz getting less rain overall than El Paso in general. At times, it feels more humid because of the proximity to the ocean. But definitely a desert climate like El Paso.
@@adventureswith_alexa Illogical. "Feels more humid because of proximity of water." It feels exactly like West Texas because the air holds no water. (From Del Rio)
As usual Great video content! 🙌🏼 how about learning about? How much are homes going for studio, one bedroom, two bedroom, etc. How much is healthcare for a family or single person? Thank you! Keep doing videos like this we love it!
Thanks for watching! Honestly that’s not the type of content I enjoy making extensively but I edit for another channel who covers it more in depth. Here’s the link to the La Paz city tour from Mexico Relocation Guide. Hope it helps you more 🙏 ua-cam.com/video/YSyJ_y--wcg/v-deo.htmlsi=sw3iq3XO3FQgd2fY
I know right! Sometimes it feels like less time and other times it feels like I've been here years already. I like aspects about both cities. I can't say I definitively prefer one over the other 😅 It's definitely quieter but I wouldn't say it has less restaurants. Just different options haha. Thanks for watching!
Hello, Alexa! Greetings from Guadalajara. This city, can be fun (the nightlife is amazing) but I honestly don’t like the chaos, and the negativity, of the big city. So, I’m also looking for a smaller place. I’m also bilingual. Are there a lot of job opportunities in La Paz? I’d like to know. This city seems like a beautiful-quieter place to live. On a different subject, I’d like to say that I give you credit for being sensitive to adjusting to the culture, in general, and for not “gentrifying.” Many other bloggers don’t care (They just want views and subscribers). All the same. Thanks for this video. Subscribed. 👍🙋🏻♂️
Thanks for watching! I honestly can’t speak to that as I haven’t pursued employment here. I do know there is a certain negative perception of foreigners taking local opportunities from the locals as opposed to working remotely. But honestly you’d just have to look into it ahead of time. Thank you for your kind words! 😊
It’s honestly really hard to say. There are so many variables as to what your personal cost of living will be and what “expensive” is to you. And about the not being fluent, speaking the native language will always work in your favor. 😅 Sorry I can’t be more helpful.
Honestly I’m not sure. I know I’ve heard people say that it is more compatible with the retired lifestyle after doing all the main touristy things. But it really depends on your personal lifestyle and preferences. Sorry I can’t help more. Thanks for watching!
Expensive? I've been here a while and as you familiarize yourself with the city, your cost outlay becomes notably less. Maybe not mainland action, but still a fraction of Canadian/California prices. Suerte!
Yeah it really depends on how you live. La Paz is more affordable than many other places up north for sure! But compared with other cities of Mexico, the cost of living is generally higher. Thanks for watching!
@@adventureswith_alexa That's why my wife wanted La Paz. I wanted Mazatlan because there's surfing. In La Paz I need to drive to Todos Santos our past Cabo Pulmo to surf.
Good job on the video. You made the beaches seem more commercialized than I find them. It isn't like people go there to rent banana boats or take boat rides or even to kayak. Mostly, beaches are for family picnics. The city is growing; almost 300,000 people now. The traffic has become horrendous. I hate to drive across town and the bus service is for locals only and crowded (i.e. you need to know your way around). The comment section is very telling. Locals are tired of Gringos. They blame us for the increased costs (double in five years), but a study of economics would prove it isn't the Gringos driving prices. Once you've done the touristy things, La Paz is for retired-like living. Definitely not for the young. The airport is close and other parts of Mexico are cheap. The International airport is two hours away.
Thank you for watching! Haha, yeah, I've noticed that about the beaches. I mean, they do have those things, but I don't think I've ever seen them be used. Maybe the jetskis, but other than that, not really. Like everything in La Paz (except for driving), it's pretty laid-back. The traffic can be scary at times. We don't drive, but Didis are always a fun experience 😅 I can respect that some locals think that way about foreigners because many come here with a vacation mentality but yeah there's more to it than that. I appreciate your feedback
It honestly varies so much based on the time of year, location, size, etc. I edit for another channel, Mexico Relocation Guide, and made this video discussing averages. Again it’s not 100% certain to be the same but I hope it helps. Here’s the link. ua-cam.com/video/YSyJ_y--wcg/v-deo.htmlsi=sw3iq3XO3FQgd2fY
❤❤ Beautifully done video. Can't miss when in Coromuel! La Paz has NO CULTURE. I was in Los Cabos when Chente, Vicente Fernandez died and nobody noticed. Baja California Sur listens to Rock in English from the 70s and 80s, from the USA's non-dancing WASP culture, and NO BAR IN LA PAZ HAS A DANCE FLOOR. La Paz (city) had a Festival of Dance and the person teaching Bachata had no idea, leading about forty enthusiastic students into a confusion of weird steps and awkward arm flailings. Maybe he was the mayor's nephew ... Interesting snorkeling in the Bay of Illusion (La Paz is NOT on the Sea of Cortez) but few take advantage of the nearby coral, schools of fish, occasional octopus nest or turtle, and seeing rhe seasonal variation in seaweed, along with the thermocline of cool water around eight feet deep.
@@GAURON123 I'm 71, been all over Mexico, bilingual, biology & Math degree, have lived in about 10 USA cities, Cancún for a year, Guatemala for six months, and 2 years in La Paz. Reread my post and learn something, instead of spouting ignorant opinion. Meh.
@@markplimsoll I don't care gentrifier Anyways, I'm trilingual and been around Asia, mexico and Europe . As local paceño, with family living here since 1835 I say VISIT LOCAL MUSEUM . MEH PUSHI GRINGO PUÑETAS
@@markplimsoll lol MEH EL GRINGO PUÑETAS There is culture, visit local museum. As local Paceño I can say there is culture, you think all mexico is a mariachi themed park with Mexican stereotypes, classic gringo. Didn't ask for your education but anyways. I'm trilingual and lived in asia parts of mexico and Europe for some time too. You are not the only one going out gentrifier.
Entiendo que muchos extranjeros vienen aquí con una mala actitud. Soy doble ciudadana y bilingüe. Mi padre y gran parte de mi familia son mexicanos de Chihuahua. Intento animar a mis espectadores a sumarse a la comunidad si deciden venir aquí, no a intentar cambiarla. Realmente amo la cultura y no quisiera que se pierda debido a los visitantes.
Hey! Thanks for making this video, im a La Paz citizen, born and raised here, im glad that you enjoy our home and are able to make cons and pros, just want to make a quick feedback, local we honestly hate the name "sea of cortes" thats a very popular and internacional name of our sea (thanks to jacques Costue), but its not something that we apreciate, actually the REAL NAME is "Golfo de California" or "California's Gofl". Here is the reason, Cortes was an historical and conquers character, and as you may think we have some historic with him, its like our toxic ex hahahaha we cant forget about it but that doesnt mean he own our sea.
@@adventureswith_alexa thanks for respond! It's ok don't worry, all the Américas have been trough the struggles of the european conquers in the XVII century and some of us we still are figthing in our socities with the consecuencias of it. Example USA and all the racism or here in México with all the classism. Cortes wasnt a villain, it was just a conquer in that time, but that doesnt mean that he own our sea, like the implaides. Thankyou for You interest and respect of our land, I Will suscribe :)
You forgot to mention that there's not enough water for everybody, I live in centro and haven't got water for the last month at least
Yes that’s an aspect I didn’t cover in this quick and simple video. This wasn’t intended to be a full guide about moving to La Paz. It was just my opinion about some things. However there are tons of variables that affect the water issue. I’m sorry to hear that!
@EstrellaReynoso haven’t got enough water to drink or to bathe and for the house? If so how do they bathe?
We live in centro and get water every four days for 7 hours. It's enough, but when they miss a day due to repairs it can get a bit tough. I'm surprised that you had a month without water. I don't think we've ever gone more than 12 days. We can always spend about 600 pesos for a water truck if we run out.
Save water , you guys complaining because you waste a lot of water
NOT BAD DAYS IN LA PAZ, I HAVE VISITED SAN JOSE DEL CABO, CABO SAN LUCAS, LA PAZ, TODOS SANTOS LAST OCTOBER 2024, IT IS AMAZING AND I WILL RETURN SOON TO VISIT LORETO AND MULEGE ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤AND MY PLAN IS TO MOVE IN TO SAN JOSE DEL CABO SOON ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ I LOVE MY REINA CALIFORNIA SUR ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Great video, I just realized we were living with you recently 😅. Keep the content coming, you’re doing very well. Ignore the haters they’re just jealous 😊.
Thank you for the support! Really? Where jaja ?
Yes as mentioned talk about available tap water.
Yes I understand there are many more aspects to discuss when really considering a city. I wasn’t trying to make a whole guide in this video, it was honestly just my quick opinion. Thank you for watching 🙏
I miss bowling, the ice skating and the roller skating rings, as well as Game City :’)
Those sound so fun! 😦 I didn’t even know they had that
lack of activities is not really a con if you want to relax. ask yourself what you do most days of your life even in fancy places- its the same everywhere. however, meeting up socially with people or seminars, etc.. could be somewhat limited, I give you that.
I mean yeah I understand. I made this video from my personal point of view of course. I do like to relax but not 24/7 so personally I would prefer more options. Especially since I work from home I would like a variety of things to get out of the house and do more than just relax. Thanks for sharing your perspective! 😊
Great Video! La Paz seems really nice.
Thank you! 😊 It’s nice for sure
How is the la paz weather compared to el paso weather?
It’s dryer in La Paz getting less rain overall than El Paso in general. At times, it feels more humid because of the proximity to the ocean. But definitely a desert climate like El Paso.
@@adventureswith_alexa Illogical. "Feels more humid because of proximity of water." It feels exactly like West Texas because the air holds no water. (From Del Rio)
As usual Great video content! 🙌🏼 how about learning about? How much are homes going for studio, one bedroom, two bedroom, etc. How much is healthcare for a family or single person? Thank you! Keep doing videos like this we love it!
Thanks for watching! Honestly that’s not the type of content I enjoy making extensively but I edit for another channel who covers it more in depth. Here’s the link to the La Paz city tour from Mexico Relocation Guide. Hope it helps you more 🙏 ua-cam.com/video/YSyJ_y--wcg/v-deo.htmlsi=sw3iq3XO3FQgd2fY
Alexa, hard to believe you’ve been there almost a year! Still prefer La Paz to Mazatlan? Seems a lot quieter, but not as many restaurants. Thoughts?
I know right! Sometimes it feels like less time and other times it feels like I've been here years already. I like aspects about both cities. I can't say I definitively prefer one over the other 😅 It's definitely quieter but I wouldn't say it has less restaurants. Just different options haha. Thanks for watching!
Hello, Alexa! Greetings from Guadalajara. This city, can be fun (the nightlife is amazing) but I honestly don’t like the chaos, and the negativity, of the big city. So, I’m also looking for a smaller place. I’m also bilingual. Are there a lot of job opportunities in La Paz? I’d like to know. This city seems like a beautiful-quieter place to live.
On a different subject, I’d like to say that I give you credit for being sensitive to adjusting to the culture, in general, and for not “gentrifying.” Many other bloggers don’t care (They just want views and subscribers). All the same. Thanks for this video. Subscribed. 👍🙋🏻♂️
Thanks for watching! I honestly can’t speak to that as I haven’t pursued employment here. I do know there is a certain negative perception of foreigners taking local opportunities from the locals as opposed to working remotely. But honestly you’d just have to look into it ahead of time.
Thank you for your kind words! 😊
Great video! More more content like this hahahah
Thank you for watching! Ive found it hard to make content like this cause there’s only so many aspects I can cover before I run out 😅
how much does it cost to live there? like actual numbers?? and is it easy to find something less expensive if you are not fluent in Spanish?
It’s honestly really hard to say. There are so many variables as to what your personal cost of living will be and what “expensive” is to you. And about the not being fluent, speaking the native language will always work in your favor. 😅 Sorry I can’t be more helpful.
What is the average age in La Paz? Is it a nice place for let's say a 33 year old expat? Or more suitable for retirement?
Honestly I’m not sure. I know I’ve heard people say that it is more compatible with the retired lifestyle after doing all the main touristy things. But it really depends on your personal lifestyle and preferences. Sorry I can’t help more. Thanks for watching!
Average age is 28 and it’s the capital, so lots of government jobs, universities and colleges.
Get fish tacos at El Estadio (the original since it has room to sit down)
We have! It’s so yummy 😋
Expensive? I've been here a while and as you familiarize yourself with the city, your cost outlay becomes notably less. Maybe not mainland action, but still a fraction of Canadian/California prices. Suerte!
Yeah it really depends on how you live. La Paz is more affordable than many other places up north for sure! But compared with other cities of Mexico, the cost of living is generally higher. Thanks for watching!
What made you guys move to la paz from mazatlan ?
Honestly La Paz is smaller and quieter 🤷♀️
@@adventureswith_alexa That's why my wife wanted La Paz. I wanted Mazatlan because there's surfing. In La Paz I need to drive to Todos Santos our past Cabo Pulmo to surf.
@MrDarilon23 Hmm yeah that could be more convenient but I’ve heard it’s beautiful in Cabo Pulmo
Good job on the video. You made the beaches seem more commercialized than I find them. It isn't like people go there to rent banana boats or take boat rides or even to kayak. Mostly, beaches are for family picnics. The city is growing; almost 300,000 people now. The traffic has become horrendous. I hate to drive across town and the bus service is for locals only and crowded (i.e. you need to know your way around). The comment section is very telling. Locals are tired of Gringos. They blame us for the increased costs (double in five years), but a study of economics would prove it isn't the Gringos driving prices. Once you've done the touristy things, La Paz is for retired-like living. Definitely not for the young. The airport is close and other parts of Mexico are cheap. The International airport is two hours away.
Thank you for watching! Haha, yeah, I've noticed that about the beaches. I mean, they do have those things, but I don't think I've ever seen them be used. Maybe the jetskis, but other than that, not really. Like everything in La Paz (except for driving), it's pretty laid-back. The traffic can be scary at times. We don't drive, but Didis are always a fun experience 😅 I can respect that some locals think that way about foreigners because many come here with a vacation mentality but yeah there's more to it than that. I appreciate your feedback
Please make a "bloopers-only" video :))))
Jajaja I’ve thought about doing a compilation of fails 😅
How much is the one bedroom rent in average ?
It honestly varies so much based on the time of year, location, size, etc. I edit for another channel, Mexico Relocation Guide, and made this video discussing averages. Again it’s not 100% certain to be the same but I hope it helps. Here’s the link. ua-cam.com/video/YSyJ_y--wcg/v-deo.htmlsi=sw3iq3XO3FQgd2fY
Muy buen video Alexa te sigo desde que estabas en Mazatlán 😉✌️
Eres una mujer muy hermosa y admirable 😍
Holaaa! Gracias por seguir mis aventuras! Voy a visitar Mazatlán pronto y haré unos videos ahí, creo 🤫
@@adventureswith_alexa De nada, que genial que volverás a viajar a Mazatlán 🤫🌅🙊
❤❤ Beautifully done video. Can't miss when in Coromuel!
La Paz has NO CULTURE.
I was in Los Cabos when Chente, Vicente Fernandez died and nobody noticed.
Baja California Sur listens to Rock in English from the 70s and 80s, from the USA's non-dancing WASP culture, and NO BAR IN LA PAZ HAS A DANCE FLOOR.
La Paz (city) had a Festival of Dance and the person teaching Bachata had no idea, leading about forty enthusiastic students into a confusion of weird steps and awkward arm flailings. Maybe he was the mayor's nephew ...
Interesting snorkeling in the Bay of Illusion (La Paz is NOT on the Sea of Cortez) but few take advantage of the nearby coral, schools of fish, occasional octopus nest or turtle, and seeing rhe seasonal variation in seaweed, along with the thermocline of cool water around eight feet deep.
Thanks for sharing your perspective!
" La Paz has NO CULTURE."
No gringo, you dont know SUDCALIFORNIANO culture.
*Educate yourself.
@@GAURON123 I'm 71, been all over Mexico, bilingual, biology & Math degree, have lived in about 10 USA cities, Cancún for a year, Guatemala for six months, and 2 years in La Paz. Reread my post and learn something, instead of spouting ignorant opinion. Meh.
@@markplimsoll I don't care gentrifier
Anyways, I'm trilingual and been around Asia, mexico and Europe .
As local paceño, with family living here since 1835
I say VISIT LOCAL MUSEUM .
MEH PUSHI GRINGO PUÑETAS
@@markplimsoll lol MEH EL GRINGO PUÑETAS
There is culture, visit local museum. As local Paceño I can say there is culture, you think all mexico is a mariachi themed park with Mexican stereotypes, classic gringo.
Didn't ask for your education but anyways.
I'm trilingual and lived in asia parts of mexico and Europe for some time too. You are not the only one going out gentrifier.
No manches 😅
😂😂
Your Spanish is on point my girl
Thank you! 😊 I’m working on learning more
Que le pasooo al gimbal 😱😱
quién sabe 🤷♀️ se cansó? 😅
@@adventureswith_alexa polechito 🥹
Todos los americanos se pueden regresar a su país por fa
Entiendo que muchos extranjeros vienen aquí con una mala actitud. Soy doble ciudadana y bilingüe. Mi padre y gran parte de mi familia son mexicanos de Chihuahua. Intento animar a mis espectadores a sumarse a la comunidad si deciden venir aquí, no a intentar cambiarla. Realmente amo la cultura y no quisiera que se pierda debido a los visitantes.
El final 😂😂
Jaja sii! Que onda con eso?! 😅
Hey! Thanks for making this video, im a La Paz citizen, born and raised here, im glad that you enjoy our home and are able to make cons and pros, just want to make a quick feedback, local we honestly hate the name "sea of cortes" thats a very popular and internacional name of our sea (thanks to jacques Costue), but its not something that we apreciate, actually the REAL NAME is "Golfo de California" or "California's Gofl".
Here is the reason, Cortes was an historical and conquers character, and as you may think we have some historic with him, its like our toxic ex hahahaha we cant forget about it but that doesnt mean he own our sea.
Thanks for watching! Oh!! I had no idea about that history 😯 I’ll have to do some more research on this city haha but thank you for letting me know 🙏
@@adventureswith_alexa thanks for respond! It's ok don't worry, all the Américas have been trough the struggles of the european conquers in the XVII century and some of us we still are figthing in our socities with the consecuencias of it. Example USA and all the racism or here in México with all the classism.
Cortes wasnt a villain, it was just a conquer in that time, but that doesnt mean that he own our sea, like the implaides.
Thankyou for You interest and respect of our land, I Will suscribe :)
@@adventureswith_alexa It is official, Mexico will no longer use "sea of Cortez" for the Sea of California.
@@juandleon11Cortez slaughtered thousands of indigenous people
No generalices, es mjcho mejor Mar de Cortés, ya que golfo de California es la forma gringa de decirlo.
Great little video Alexa, even if the pigeons don't want to listen!! Cheers!
Thank you! Haha yeah they’re so stubborn 🙄 Have a great weekend!
You're so cool and inspiring! I've only lived in one US State my entire life, and you make me excited to try a brand new adventure... 💜
Thank you 😊 I’ve moved basically my whole life but stayed mostly in Texas. I’m loving seeing new places and hope to do more traveling soon!
Jajajaja "yo no fuí"😅
jaja sii
Wow is it expensive there
And the new government is very scary now.
Yeah it can be expensive here. I’d rather not comment on the government though I am aware of it. Thanks for watching! 😊