Thank you so much for this review. I'm thinking of moving there and plan to visit in January. This made it seem like a nice, quiet place to be. BTW...your fear of getting older look was priceless. LOL I'm 59. Growing older isn't bad at all. Ha!
Whaaaaaaat? 46? I'm being sincere, you DO NOT look it. I mean, I saw the gray in the beard but that, must be graying early. Keep doing whatever it is you're doing. @@GringoInterrupted
Great video. I have lived in Ajijic for 2 years and love it. I also lived in San Miguel. Very beautiful city, but I prefer the laid-back lifestyle and natural beauty of the lake and mountains here.
Lol, saw the comment about swearing…. I kinda like your potty mouth. I have never been to Ajijic, it sure looks beautiful, but the pollution is troubling. I mentioned before, I am looking forward to retirement, I guess I should check it out and see if I might fit in. Really enjoy your videos. I am so pleased I found you.
I would enjoy your videos much more if you didn't take God's name in vain, and use unnecessary expletives. For people that love God it's really hard to hear. 😢
Alfie, we love you! I've traveled through Mexico my whole life, and it was so exciting to find you, and travel with you! My husband and I discovered you and joined you for the whole journey! We will miss you! Love your quirky sense of humor and your awesome attention to detail in your filming! Just so many great touches and surprises! Such a fun, human trip with you! You took us to some great places, and offbeat side-trips with a lot of information. What a land! What a culture and history! Thanks for sharing it with us! (The mural montage to Beiba was otherworldly!) Great soundtracks!
Wow, thank you so much! This is such a nice comment; I’m very flattered that you enjoy my videos! I LOVE that song from Beiba! I spend a lot of time picking the music so thank you for noticing! I’m traveling again soon and will be back with more videos in the spring. Take care and thanks again for the lovely comment!
@catalow54 The plan is Oaxaca and its surroundings, the Oaxacan beaches, Juchitan, San Cristobal de las Casas and its surroundings, Palenque, Bonampak, Tikal (Guatemala), El Mirador, and Bacalar. Hopefully it all works out!
@@GringoInterrupted Ojala! That's great! We cannot wait! We are in Huatulco/ Puerto Escondido area in late Feb! New for us! Can't wait to see your new adventures! All the Best!!!
Oh no! Not sure why that is! No problems on my side! I liked Ajijic. It felt more authentic than other retiree spots like San Miguel. But, seems like less to do there.
I’ll be at the B&W in March enjoying a coffee and apple strudel on the plaza of my favorite town. As a people watcher there is no better spot to enjoy life’s parade
Great video, my friend. I spent five months in Ajijic back in 2018, in order to have some dental work done that I couldn't afford in the U.S. I loved it there and have plans of returning at the end of April, in order to have more dental work done. Not only was I able to live on less than $1000 a month while there (rent, utilities, and food all combined) but I actually came home with a couple of thousand dollars more in my savings account than I went down there with...and I live solely on social security. And, when I return this time, with the increases in SS over the past six years, I should be able to come back with even more in my savings account, even after paying for my dental work once again. Considering all that, is it any wonder that so many older expats are moving down there? Keep up the good work, loved the video.
Thank you! Yes, retirees can have such a better standard of living in Mexico. I’m considering it as well; I was checking out Ajijic for that reason. A little too sleepy for me, but that will probably change as I age. Are you considering a permanent move?
No sir, I don't make enough on social security to qualify for either permanent or temporary residence down there either one, so I just enjoy "paradise", as I call it, six months at a time, but that's okay. With the extra money I save down there, I can live with that. But, the local people themselves, all across Mexico, make it worth spending time down there, no matter what length of time one is allowed. God bless ya'.@@GringoInterrupted
Wow, are you still in Mexico?!! Do you happen to remember what I said b4? Foreign travelers should be welcome with a warning: Beware, Mexico can be very ADDICTIVE. I'm glad to see you're having fun. Cheers dude.
I've enjoy watching all your videos so far, love your creativity and your sense of humor. I do have couple of questions; How old are you (since you've mentioned getting old a couple of times in your videos) and where/how did you learn Spanish (I'm intrigued).
Thanks again!! I’m 46. I learned Spanish in high school and college. My parents are form Italy so I grew up hearing Italian, so Spanish came somewhat easy to me.
@@GringoInterrupted Thank you very much for answering my question. You don't look your age, I thought you were in your late 30's. Congratulations, your Spanish it's very good. You made a remark regarding American retirees speaking English in Mexico. What would they say if people spoke Spanish in an American city? Well, in Miami-Dade County 68% of the population speaks Spanish, and they're constantly being criticized by racists and diehards for doing so, a section of the Anglo population which is afraid that Latins are taking over. You were right on the money when you made that remark. Continue to make great videos that the content is top notch, new subscribers will come. UA-cam showed me your channel and I took the bait, I'm glad I did; I didn't do any search for Mexico or any of the cities in your videos.
@loumcast Be careful Lou, flattery will get you EVERYWHERE! 😂 Thanks you so much for the comments; I really appreciated it! My Spanish is far from fluent, but I love being able to use it and practice on my trips. Yes, I know Miami is heavily Spanish-speaking. Another commenter also mentioned it (not nicely, but trying to prove me wrong). But in my opinion is that its very different because Cubans were given political asylum after Castro took over, and were more welcomed, as the US viewed them as victims of communism. But from what you’ve said, I guess they’re not as “welcome” as they once were.
"Americans" go to Mexico? How can an entire continent fit in a country that belongs to it? Mexico is part of the Americas continent, from Argentina to Canada, FYI
Yes, I am aware. Unfortunately, we don’t have a word that makes sense in English for our nationality. In Spanish, I would say “Estadounidenses” but we have no such word (that is in common usage) in English. I’m open to suggestions as to what would fit in the title other than Americans.
Bought a house in Ajijic and the realtor made a UA-cam video showing it. In the comments a local Mexicana complained about it being in English. She said ‘it was only meant for North Americans’ of which I assume Mexico is part of still. On the other hand many people in the US claim Mexico is in Central America or even *gulp* South America. 😮
@@GringoInterrupted Hola! I had no intention of implying anything with your verbiage, only about others in terms of their beliefs and knowledge in geography etc. Keep up the good work and safe travels 👍
You’re too funny. We love all of your videos!
Aww shucks, thank you!!! ☺️
Your mural montage was amazing!
Thanks you so much!!
I was born in Morelia, yeeeyyy...
Cool City!!
I love your energy ❤ I need to go to Mexico asap
Thanks Ashley! You can come
with me! Just bring the TMS machine 😂Thanks so much for watching!
@@GringoInterrupted 🤣🤣🤣
Love quiet and peaceful places to live. I think that’s evolved over the years as I have aged.
Yes, me too. Thanks for watching!
Love the mosaic montage!
Thanks, those are my favorite thing to put together!
Thank you so much for this review. I'm thinking of moving there and plan to visit in January. This made it seem like a nice, quiet place to be. BTW...your fear of getting older look was priceless. LOL I'm 59. Growing older isn't bad at all. Ha!
Thanks; I’m glad you liked it! Ha, yeah I’m 46 and scoping out places for the future! Maybe I’ll see you there one day! Enjoy your trip!
Whaaaaaaat? 46? I'm being sincere, you DO NOT look it. I mean, I saw the gray in the beard but that, must be graying early. Keep doing whatever it is you're doing. @@GringoInterrupted
@jamespalmer5205 Ha, thanks! You’re now my favorite commenter 😀 We have good genes in my family.
Just make sure you get your LEGAL papers to travel to México. Don’t ve like the rest of illegal Foreigners living there.
Another great video!
Thank you my friend! 😊
Marlin, tuna, and shrimp are all salt water creatures.
Great, then I had nothing to worry about. 😂
Great video. I have lived in Ajijic for 2 years and love it. I also lived in San Miguel. Very beautiful city, but I prefer the laid-back lifestyle and natural beauty of the lake and mountains here.
Thanks Paula! 😊
Lol, saw the comment about swearing…. I kinda like your potty mouth. I have never been to Ajijic, it sure looks beautiful, but the pollution is troubling. I mentioned before, I am looking forward to retirement, I guess I should check it out and see if I might fit in. Really enjoy your videos. I am so pleased I found you.
Thank you Porfirio! Ajijic is super cute, but too quiet for me. Also, the bugs!
Stopped watch when you used the Lord’s name as a swear word.
Oh, for Christ’s sake!
I would enjoy your videos much more if you didn't take God's name in vain, and use unnecessary expletives. For people that love God it's really hard to hear. 😢
Sorry, but that’s me! I am who I am.
Alfie, we love you! I've traveled through Mexico my whole life, and it was so exciting to find you, and travel with you! My husband and I discovered you and joined you for the whole journey! We will miss you! Love your quirky sense of humor and your awesome attention to detail in your filming! Just so many great touches and surprises! Such a fun, human trip with you! You took us to some great places, and offbeat side-trips with a lot of information. What a land! What a culture and history! Thanks for sharing it with us! (The mural montage to Beiba was otherworldly!) Great soundtracks!
Wow, thank you so much! This is such a nice comment; I’m very flattered that you enjoy my videos! I LOVE that song from Beiba! I spend a lot of time picking the music so thank you for noticing! I’m traveling again soon and will be back with more videos in the spring. Take care and thanks again for the lovely comment!
WooHoo! We have something to look forward to!! More of Mexico, or somewhere else?@@GringoInterrupted
@catalow54 The plan is Oaxaca and its surroundings, the Oaxacan beaches, Juchitan, San Cristobal de las Casas and its surroundings, Palenque, Bonampak, Tikal (Guatemala), El Mirador, and Bacalar. Hopefully it all works out!
@@GringoInterrupted Ojala! That's great! We cannot wait! We are in Huatulco/ Puerto Escondido area in late Feb! New for us! Can't wait to see your new adventures! All the Best!!!
@catalow54 Ill be there mid February! Sounds like we’ll just miss each other! Have a great trip!
Have rental prices gone out of site with all the ExPats there?
I didn’t find it very expensive
Yes, they all are illegal migrants.
Ajijic its and expensive town due to the foreigners. It's a Pretty place to rest but is not cheap.
Yes. Pretty but too quiet for me!
Esta carísimo yo cobraba 250 pesos la noche a 15 minutos del aeropuerto 😂
Si, yo sé. Es que hice la reservación muy tarde. Pero estaba muy cerca al lago y muy lindo. Me cobró la mitad la segunda noche fuera del AirBNb.
Cual es su dirección, yo tengo planeado viajar a Guadalajara y visitar ese lugar.
Héctor por favor mándeme su dirección.
Music is louder than your voice. I very much want to hear your take on Ajijic.
Oh no! Not sure why that is! No problems on my side! I liked Ajijic. It felt more authentic than other retiree spots like San Miguel. But, seems like less to do there.
So cool !
Thanks!
Jajajaja 😂🎉
We have been there three times and will be looking elsewhere!
Oh no! Guess you didn’t like it! My favorite city so far is Guanajuato
How come is your Spanish so good?
I studied in school and my parents spoke Italian growing up, so Spanish wasn’t that difficult for me. But, I still need to improve!
fear of getting older!! LOL. intense right?
YES IT IS! 😂
@@GringoInterrupted spent a couple winters in Ajijic and I can't decide whether i felt older or younger. or both.
@LaurelCaseycomedy haha
Your Spanish is great! Congratulations.
Thanks!
Wednesdays flea market in Ajijic,you can find lots of things to buy or eat.
Thanks!
Wrong. Lake Chapala is NOT a 'primary source of water for Guadalajara.
journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/095624780301500204
mexiconewsdaily.com/news/water-shortages-guadalajara/
theguadalajarareporter.net/index.php/news/news/guadalajara/61435-city-neighborhoods-affected-as-water-supply-is-suspended
More mural montages please!
Haha, ok you got it!!
For $100 USD per night, that tiny room should have provided all meals. Simply overpriced.
Yeah, I booked very last minute on AirBnB. Second night was cheaper
A breakfast on USA for two people $100.00 dlls
I’ll be at the B&W in March enjoying a coffee and apple strudel on the plaza of my favorite town. As a people watcher there is no better spot to enjoy life’s parade
Have a Nutella Cappuccino for me!
Great video, my friend. I spent five months in Ajijic back in 2018, in order to have some dental work done that I couldn't afford in the U.S. I loved it there and have plans of returning at the end of April, in order to have more dental work done. Not only was I able to live on less than $1000 a month while there (rent, utilities, and food all combined) but I actually came home with a couple of thousand dollars more in my savings account than I went down there with...and I live solely on social security. And, when I return this time, with the increases in SS over the past six years, I should be able to come back with even more in my savings account, even after paying for my dental work once again. Considering all that, is it any wonder that so many older expats are moving down there? Keep up the good work, loved the video.
Thank you! Yes, retirees can have such a better standard of living in Mexico. I’m considering it as well; I was checking out Ajijic for that reason. A little too sleepy for me, but that will probably change as I age. Are you considering a permanent move?
No sir, I don't make enough on social security to qualify for either permanent or temporary residence down there either one, so I just enjoy "paradise", as I call it, six months at a time, but that's okay. With the extra money I save down there, I can live with that. But, the local people themselves, all across Mexico, make it worth spending time down there, no matter what length of time one is allowed. God bless ya'.@@GringoInterrupted
Wow, are you still in Mexico?!! Do you happen to remember what I said b4? Foreign travelers should be welcome with a warning: Beware, Mexico can be very ADDICTIVE. I'm glad to see you're having fun. Cheers dude.
Haha, guilty as charged! Thanks for watching!
I've enjoy watching all your videos so far, love your creativity and your sense of humor. I do have couple of questions; How old are you (since you've mentioned getting old a couple of times in your videos) and where/how did you learn Spanish (I'm intrigued).
Thanks again!! I’m 46. I learned Spanish in high school and college. My parents are form Italy so I grew up hearing Italian, so Spanish came somewhat easy to me.
@@GringoInterrupted Thank you very much for answering my question. You don't look your age, I thought you were in your late 30's. Congratulations, your Spanish it's very good. You made a remark regarding American retirees speaking English in Mexico. What would they say if people spoke Spanish in an American city? Well, in Miami-Dade County 68% of the population speaks Spanish, and they're constantly being criticized by racists and diehards for doing so, a section of the Anglo population which is afraid that Latins are taking over. You were right on the money when you made that remark. Continue to make great videos that the content is top notch, new subscribers will come. UA-cam showed me your channel and I took the bait, I'm glad I did; I didn't do any search for Mexico or any of the cities in your videos.
@loumcast Be careful Lou, flattery will get you EVERYWHERE! 😂 Thanks you so much for the comments; I really appreciated it! My Spanish is far from fluent, but I love being able to use it and practice on my trips. Yes, I know Miami is heavily Spanish-speaking. Another commenter also mentioned it (not nicely, but trying to prove me wrong). But in my opinion is that its very different because Cubans were given political asylum after Castro took over, and were more welcomed, as the US viewed them as victims of communism. But from what you’ve said, I guess they’re not as “welcome” as they once were.
Que gusto saber de ti Alfie, me encantan tus videos y carisma, saludos
Muchas gracias ☺️ Lo agradezco mucho. Gracias por verlos!
Did you miss the Wednesday Tiangues? Lot's of people go there ...there's an organic market on Tuesdays and another market in San Antonio Tclyapan...
Unfortunately yes. I arrived Wed afternoon and left Fri morning. Thanks for watching!
Yo Gringo! You’re alive! ya te estaba extrañando!!!
Jaja, si todavía! Muchas gracias ☺️
Loved the musical mural montage!
Thank you!! Those are my fav thing to edit!
Really annoying background music-I’m out
Can’t win ‘em all! At least you didn’t say I was annoying 😂 Thanks for watching anyway!
say hello to my grandma. she lives near jocotepec 😂😂
Haha, will do!
Thanks
"Americans" go to Mexico?
How can an entire continent fit in a country that belongs to it?
Mexico is part of the Americas continent, from Argentina to Canada, FYI
Yes, I am aware. Unfortunately, we don’t have a word that makes sense in English for our nationality. In Spanish, I would say “Estadounidenses” but we have no such word (that is in common usage) in English. I’m open to suggestions as to what would fit in the title other than Americans.
Bought a house in Ajijic and the realtor made a UA-cam video showing it. In the comments a local Mexicana complained about it being in English. She said ‘it was only meant for North Americans’ of which I assume Mexico is part of still. On the other hand many people in the US claim Mexico is in Central America or even *gulp* South America. 😮
@twolford01 Mexico is indeed North America. I have just started using “US American”. But it doesn’t exactly roll off the tongue.
@@GringoInterrupted Hola! I had no intention of implying anything with your verbiage, only about others in terms of their beliefs and knowledge in geography etc. Keep up the good work and safe travels 👍
@twolford01 No worries; I didn’t think that! Thank you and thanks for watching! 😊