Will Gentrification Ruin Guadalajara, Mexico?

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  • Опубліковано 21 жов 2022
  • An article just named the 51 coolest neighborhoods across the world. The # 1 spot happens to be in Mexico and I'm checking it out today!
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    According to the article on Time Out, they polled 20,000 "city dwellers" and local experts to determine the 51 coolest neighborhoods across the planet. Guess which one got the top spot? Spoiler alert!! It's Colonia Americana in Guadalajara, Jalisco.
    It was just this year that I lived in Colonia Americana for 5 months, so I thought it would be fun to travel from my current home in Ajijic back to Guadalajara and showcase what makes this 'hood so awesome. Hint, hint: Instagram-worthy restaurants with delicious food, historic architecture, art, events, nature, cultural aspects, overall energy, and more!
    Also in this Guadalajara Mexico vlog I interviewed locals to see what they think about Colonia Americana getting this designation. Do they love it? Hate it? Let's find out!
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  • @MaddieGold
    @MaddieGold  Рік тому +55

    Follow me on IG 📸 for more life updates between videos 🏵@tangerinemaddie 🏵
    Los subtítulos ya están disponibles en español 👉 ⚙ para activarlos. *P.S. What do you think of the interviews in this video? Should I include more of those?*

    • @joseperezcerceda9367
      @joseperezcerceda9367 Рік тому +2

      Que Bonita Estas. Corazon Linda Ermosa.

    • @jkphotography9757
      @jkphotography9757 Рік тому +5

      Hi Maddie! Great video and yes loved the interview part. It's interesting to hear what the locals have to say.

    • @hannahanderson4305
      @hannahanderson4305 Рік тому +4

      Yes, they are very interesting, it was good to see that some in Mexico feel a bit put off by having "gringos" invade their spaces as we see that in the US as well, the increases in prices due to this is unfortunate for the locals who have been their for their lives.

    • @SD-gm4iy
      @SD-gm4iy Рік тому +2

      Awesome video Stay Gorgeous and keep smiling Amazing 👏

    • @AprilMartinChartrandMS
      @AprilMartinChartrandMS Рік тому

      @@hannahanderson4305 We have that in my city as well. Lots of displacement, high rents, and evictions by landlords just to get older tenants out. If the tenants don't leave willingly, they evoke the Ellis Act (it is a work around and allows the landlord to claim they are moving family members in the units), then they kick tenants out, or they will go "gangster" and illegally harass or refuse services to tenants so they are forced to move out way outside of the City Limits. That started around 1990s here... tons of displacement of long time families and communities were ruined. So now rents here are $4000 for a tiny studio in luxury apartments or the older units are around that same price as well. Insane displacement and sadness. Our communities lost thousands of artists and low wage workers and long time families.

  • @Xerenthiu
    @Xerenthiu Рік тому +12

    Foreigners are totally afecting the locals. Costs are going up, and staring being more afortable just for outsiders. I'm mexicana, and I've being leaving in tjis neighborhood the last 12 Years, and rent Is almost 200% up. Please stop making publicity to the city and to the neighborhood.. Please.!!!.

  • @sefarba
    @sefarba Рік тому +90

    As a Mexican who has traveled extensively throughout the country I can tell you Americana is no doubt one of the coolest neighborhoods in the country, along with Condesa.
    What can be worrying is that the entire metro area of Guadalajara could see the same “domino” effect Mexico City had starting about 15 years ago when prices started going up like crazy in Condesa, then Roma and so on, making it almost impossible for many Mexicans nowadays to rent anything in Central Mexico City. Let’s hope things stay sane over there!

    • @sefarba
      @sefarba Рік тому +7

      @Merican Modi Actually no, it was a very low-income area for many decades, especially after the 1985 earthquake, gentrification began around 2000-2004 in those areas, forcing people to move further east or outside the city only recently. It isn’t true for many cities in Mexico yet: Monterrey, Querétaro and Mérida are just a few examples where the suburbs are still more expensive (San Pedro, Juriquilla).

    • @angelab4652
      @angelab4652 Рік тому +5

      It's happening all over the world.
      In Canada I'm being bought out cuz I can't afford it anymore.

    • @sefarba
      @sefarba Рік тому +5

      @@angelab4652 Of course, but it’s different in a country like Mexico, France, Argentina or the UK that have a Primate City. The effects are 10x.
      Also, I believe salaries at least have stayed steady in Canada, here they’ve gone down in the last 20 years while housing in Mexico City has gone up more than 230% in the last 15 years! It’s insane.

    • @chacmool2581
      @chacmool2581 Рік тому +1

      La Condesa is actually three colonias: la Colonia Condesa, la Colonia Hipódromo y la Colonia Hipódromo Condesa.
      I lived in one of them more than 20 years ago before the boom. Wouldn't live there now. I'd now prefer la Santa Maria la Ribera 😉

    • @sefarba
      @sefarba Рік тому +1

      @@chacmool2581 Yes, I know there are 3 colonias that make up the one Condesa “district”, but gentrification is advancing so rapidly that the whole Condesa-Roma-Escandon-San Miguel Chapultepec-Juarez-San Rafael-Santa María la Ribera “area” just priced out 95% of Mexico City’s population. And I’m sure you can add both Polanco and most of Benito Juárez borough, basically all of central Mexico City. Also, both San Rafael and S. María la Ribera are still quite dangerous at night. They just seem “attractive” because the RE Market pushers want it to make it look like they are, and there are still lots of gangs just nearby in Tepito, etc. I would definitely NOT recommend those two (at the very least).

  • @lfcamacho
    @lfcamacho Рік тому +20

    Maddie, the gentleman you guys interviewed at 10:31 is Sergio Garval, he's an international artist (painter). I'm from Guadalajara and been living in the Dallas TX for almost 20 years. I went to art school in Guadalajara 20 years ago and even back then Sergio was a big name. Funny... here I am watching your Guadalajara videos nostalgically seeing my home town and all the sudden I see his face and I get all excited hahaha

    • @charmebenson4852
      @charmebenson4852 7 місяців тому

      Hey, I’m traveling to Guadalajara soon and I’ve been watching videos and reading articles because I want to have fun but also be safe and respectful. You have any tips?

  • @idk001100
    @idk001100 Рік тому +28

    I’m from Guadalajara and I visit from the U.S at least 6-7 times a year and when I see videos like this I miss it so much regardless of how many times I go! Thank you for this Maddie ♥️

  • @anitahamlin2411
    @anitahamlin2411 Рік тому +74

    This is where I was hanging in Guadalajara right before the pandemic. It is incredible. Thanks Maddie. Love what you are doing! Don't feel bad about your anxiety. We all have our moments.

    • @esands7821
      @esands7821 Рік тому +8

      I don't think we can assume they are xenophobic. Gentrification is an issue that financially impacts local residents. Prices increase and natives are priced out. That's a real thing that is happening not just in Guadalajara but here in America also.

  • @JibacoaGuy
    @JibacoaGuy Рік тому +25

    As someone who has suffered panic attacks myself, I feel for you Maddie. Your friend Moni (sp?)seems like such a fun loving light hearted spirit. The kind of friend few of us are lucky to have. Great video!!!

  • @sherrifisher7293
    @sherrifisher7293 Рік тому +20

    Thank you so much for this Awesome share Maddie! Looks like you enjoyed your time with friends. Please continue to take care of You so we can continue to enjoy your adventures 🤗😊

    • @MaddieGold
      @MaddieGold  Рік тому +5

      Seeing my GDL friends again was long overdue! It was a blast for sure 🥰

  • @doulacoach6801
    @doulacoach6801 Рік тому +4

    Thank you Maddie, for sharing about this area of Mexico. As for your anxiety attack, I'm so sorry you are going through this. At the risk of sounding like "medical advice", I have used EMDR in therapy & it is amazing for healing trauma. REALLY healing it.
    Just sharing as an option. You do whats right for you!! Thank you for being vulnerable & sharing your challenges, as well as your joys. It takes guts & i totally respect that. You are quite brave. ❤ from Colorado.

  • @jj-bp3fr
    @jj-bp3fr Рік тому +75

    I agree with with what the interviewee said about the Coolest Neighborhood in the world being a "real estate tactic" to raise prices, but it's also amazing how Mexico has made it to the top or #1 in Happiest people in the world, Best city/state in the world to travel to (oaxaca & SMA), Best city to retire (SMA), Safest city in North America or all of America (Merida), at least at some point or in several consecutive years in a row.

    • @heatherwhittaker3946
      @heatherwhittaker3946 Рік тому +3

      what?... I would fact check happiest place in the world...for whom?

    • @Pejelo
      @Pejelo Рік тому +2

      Damn lies!

    • @cruzlopez1673
      @cruzlopez1673 Рік тому

      @@heatherwhittaker3946mentally.. we are. We, Mexicans, for the most part do not believe in happiness as a concept to achieve.....like most westerners do.. We know happiness is a chimera....Therefore we tend to accept life as it comes...and so we celebrate life in all its aspects. We dont DEMAND to be happy. We dont want to be happy all the time...whch is why we celebrate Death as well. We act as kids... playing the game of life for the sake of playing and not to be happy... and this mon amie.... makes us one of the happiest countries in this miserable planet. Lol

    • @starsparkle999
      @starsparkle999 Рік тому +5

      @@heatherwhittaker3946 I heard Denmark is the happiest place in the world.

    • @ej1692
      @ej1692 Рік тому +3

      Real estate tactic? I’m not so sure. That area of guadalajara has always been one of the most popular places in the city proper. I don’t think it needs any help developing or even having awareness spread about it. It’s been the most sought after place for foreigners since forever,

  • @gloryrich7123
    @gloryrich7123 Рік тому +30

    Great video and super informative. Loved you asking locals their opinions. When living here (México) it's important to get prospectives from the locals. Sad you had to deal with a panic attack. They are horrible but I know you will be able to guide yourself through them. Keep up the fantastic content.

  • @glogloe1797
    @glogloe1797 Рік тому +4

    Nice Video. I did read the article regarding the #1 city. I was surprised to see that, I’m glad you went out to show us viewers the city and what it has to offer.

  • @ingridcarp232
    @ingridcarp232 Рік тому +10

    I love your videos ❤
    You do such a good job conveying the information and flavor of this phenomenal neighborhood! Gracias 😊

  • @dv3507
    @dv3507 Рік тому +6

    Great video, Maddie! I really enjoyed it. Thanks for showing us this fabulous neighborhood! Stay safe! 💖

  • @smeag9280
    @smeag9280 Рік тому +6

    Thank you for this video! I hope you find calmness and are able to explore and share more of the city ❤

  • @thehman2007
    @thehman2007 Рік тому +7

    Another very informative video. Love the way you included your friends and their observations.

  • @reneesmith695
    @reneesmith695 Рік тому +23

    Absolutely top notch content Maddie! ❤️ You are at the top of your game….really love seeing you reach your potential! ❤️ Your confidence is inspiring! 👍👍👍

  • @dorislombardi8748
    @dorislombardi8748 Рік тому +14

    You look really wonderful and relaxed. I love your videos! You explain so much about Mexico that makes me want to go there. Sometimes Maddie as you know one door closes another one opens to a wonderful world of exploration and happiness that you deserve!

  • @coffeeplse3224
    @coffeeplse3224 Рік тому

    Maddie thanks for your videos!!! I'm so sorry about your anxiety 😔 please have lots of fun now that your young and have energy.

  • @johnhawks5035
    @johnhawks5035 Рік тому +28

    The interviews with the locals were enlightening. Better, really educational, content than most travel bloggers. If you can sustain this it might really catch on. Hope you will.

  • @danielkoerner6386
    @danielkoerner6386 Рік тому +3

    Excellent, informative video. I spent a few months in various parts of Guadalajara in the 80's and 90's, but haven't been back in the last 20 years. I'm planning to return there for a 2-4 month stay this winter and this vlog post is part of my research on where to stay. I appreciate your positive and informed videos, Maddie.

  • @mariaelenagarcia3061
    @mariaelenagarcia3061 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for sharing Maddie, I'll be there next month for 20 days, I can't wait!!!

  • @Miss_Cali
    @Miss_Cali Рік тому +2

    Maddy, this is one of my favorite videos from your channel, good job

  • @666maiden5
    @666maiden5 Рік тому +8

    Loving your channel maddie your vlogs are top notch and asking local peoples opinion just shows your class and willingness to learn well done girl all our love from Ireland 🇮🇪🤘

  • @ronaldoago-go5907
    @ronaldoago-go5907 Рік тому +8

    My favorite video in your recent series..you expressed your jubilant spirit and the exuberance I've been missing. Perhaps because Guad is a fave of mine also? Keep up the good vibes and yeah panic attacks are no fun.

    • @MaddieGold
      @MaddieGold  Рік тому +3

      Such a compliment, thank you!

  • @AliciaLattimore
    @AliciaLattimore Рік тому +1

    Haven't been online much for the past few months. I am finally catching up with you. OH my gosh, Maddie, you have definitely excelled since moving on to being you! I truly enjoyed this video. Keep up the good work.

  • @C_is_for_Cookies
    @C_is_for_Cookies Рік тому +78

    Gentrification is complicated, but it's important to ask the locals how they feel about it. Hear their voice, directly. You might not like what you hear, but that doesn't mean their view is wrong. What might be great for one person, may be bad for another person. It's important to see/hear both sides of this topic. I hope you continue to ask these questions and hear the voice of the locals and understand how certain changes are affecting them.

    • @gustavoperez5480
      @gustavoperez5480 Рік тому +26

      Mexican here, I was born in Guadalajara and I still live here and I live from few minutes from that neighborhood ( 5 minutes by bus concretely) and I'm absolutely against gentrificacion culture you USA people bring from the States for an American is difficult to get a conclusion but from a Mexican for me is not, so I'm against to that gentrificacion.

    • @Pejelo
      @Pejelo Рік тому

      For fvck sake, my grandparents used to live in Providencia, for absolutely no reason a year later after we sell their house back in 2017 the prices got WILD after that. (3.4M the house, now it probably costs 7M wtf).
      Gentrification is harmful.

    • @intheuniversekey
      @intheuniversekey Рік тому +13

      @@gustavoperez5480 I am from the U.S.A I have family in Mex and I am against it as well!

    • @gustavoperez5480
      @gustavoperez5480 Рік тому +3

      @@intheuniversekey well, thanks.

    • @elosoyayo8968
      @elosoyayo8968 Рік тому +19

      @Merican Modi I don't know if you're aware but most people in Mexico are poor or middle class.
      It's not just what people think, it's a real problem. Rents and house prices are rising, it is known that it rises a lot in neighborhoods like Colonia Americana, which is a neighborhood for wealthier people, but the problem is that these prices reach other neighborhoods as well, because foreigners buy them.
      In the future it is possible that if you are not from the upper class you will never be able to buy a house being Mexican and that is worrying because middle class people today have the possibility of buying their house, in the future they may not .
      I'm not saying it's the foreigners' fault, I'm glad that people want to live in Mexico, things like this happen in all countries, when there is a greater number of foreigners in a country different situations appear that affect the locals and in this case the The Mexican government must solve it in some way so that we can live together and maintain economic stability, even so, while the solution is being sought, the problem is still there.
      From the way you wrote the comment, it shows that you don't care how things affect other people. Not all people are lucky enough to have your privileges and your living conditions, there are people who are born in very negative environments in which it is very difficult to achieve better living conditions.

  • @christopherarkills8912
    @christopherarkills8912 Рік тому +15

    I usually stay in Americana when I visit Guadalajara. I love the vibe there and have many favorite spots. I thought the comments about gentrification were very thoughtful. As for your anxiety attack, I am sorry that happened, but I think it is healthy that you can share it. Keep up the great videos, Maddie. And above all be as happy as you can❤

  • @thomascalabrase4203
    @thomascalabrase4203 Рік тому +15

    Maddie you look better than ever! Wow

  • @MrWhip55
    @MrWhip55 Рік тому +3

    Another great V/log , Maddie. That food is Unbelievably good. Great watch.

  • @Wee_Catalyst
    @Wee_Catalyst Рік тому +19

    I always look forward to these videos regardless of topic. I enjoy the vibe, style, humor and insight you always bring Maddie!

  • @ketoauntie7301
    @ketoauntie7301 Рік тому

    Great job on this video, you gave a good perspective of this area 👍👍👍 Loving this makeup look Maddie.

  • @GaryJones2012
    @GaryJones2012 Рік тому +2

    Great video, Maddie! For me it was particularly interesting because I've been to most of the places you went, although not the restaurants. I road the metro several times. I can't remember the specific part of the city but we wandered around tons and tons of market stalls, and also went to a huge area of streets that were all closed to traffic. I even remember shooting a video of their funky walk signals on the traffic lights. I hesitate to offend you on this one, but you know I've always said how cute you are. The less makeup you wear the cuter you are because you are a natural beauty. As probably your oldest fan, in years, I'm also glad to see the nose ring is gone in this video. Love ya!

  • @melissayousefzadeh7706
    @melissayousefzadeh7706 Рік тому +2

    I'm really liking your content lately, great job Maddie! 👏

  • @alexanderschwarm7755
    @alexanderschwarm7755 Рік тому +5

    I keep on being amazed by the great video concepts you have 🙈

  • @hawaiianartworks6728
    @hawaiianartworks6728 Рік тому +1

    Interviews with locals will explain much & are truly appreciated. Different gens are worth listening too as well. Let’s face it, they frequently -not always- have the power & control of their region. Like that your videos are really developing in content. Gracias, Maddie.

  • @sabassalgado9485
    @sabassalgado9485 Рік тому +4

    Great video; I loved the part where you interviewed the locals. it gave a deeper view into the culture of the local people in the area. Once again great video.

  • @dougsrepair1060
    @dougsrepair1060 Рік тому +1

    Great episode Maddie. Good to see you’re doing it.

  • @rdrd5907
    @rdrd5907 Рік тому +1

    This is the content I signed up for! Thank you !!

  • @danielleray394
    @danielleray394 Рік тому +1

    thanks Maddie, that was really interesting and informative

  • @manueltrejo2986
    @manueltrejo2986 Рік тому +1

    Nice video maddie been following ur videos for a long time ...always enjoy them...

  • @snapcomps1501
    @snapcomps1501 Рік тому +4

    Why is it when the opposite happens the cities and neighborhoods get worse?

  • @classyvintagetravels6744
    @classyvintagetravels6744 Рік тому +1

    Keep going Maddie! We love watching you! Marie

  • @ExpressionsofAwakening
    @ExpressionsofAwakening Рік тому +7

    How crazy you are one of the reasons I am in Mexico by myself now and I am going to Colonial Americana today! amazing coincidence!

    • @gem3132
      @gem3132 Рік тому +2

      Keep improving your Spanish, it WILL pay off.

  • @zeroone_01
    @zeroone_01 Рік тому +1

    Thanks to you, I always have a new trip.✨ Thank you for the great video 👍

  • @stevegfromnc3482
    @stevegfromnc3482 Рік тому

    You packed plenty into this video without the missed day. I enjoyed the interviews with the locals.

  • @queserasera1674
    @queserasera1674 Рік тому +2

    This was a wonderful super entertaining video! So much to see and the food....Yum!!! Elvis loved all the dog content.

  • @Cvaras93
    @Cvaras93 Рік тому

    hey maddie! ive been keepin up-to-date with your vids, keep doin what you gotta do!!

  • @tabacum2
    @tabacum2 Рік тому +14

    I also had some difficulty catching an Uber near the old bus station, and our driver told us it is because the taxi drivers in that area threaten Uber drivers. Walking a couple blocks away from the station to a more inconspicuous place to be picked up helps. Similar to catching an Uber at the airport, where Uber technically isn’t allowed but if you walk past the Oxxo where the taxis and cops aren’t monitoring so closely they will feel more comfortable picking you up. Good advice at any Mexican airport.

  • @michelleachacoso4983
    @michelleachacoso4983 Рік тому +1

    Maddie, you are doing great at story-telling. Your videos are so fun with music. You can feel the happiness. I also think that the day you adopt a dog will be the happiest day of your life!

  • @francoismiteran8014
    @francoismiteran8014 Рік тому +2

    Great video. I've living in Guadalajara's Metropolitan Area for around 6 years now and I did not really know too much about all the advantages of living in that area of the city. Thank you for bringing that to my attention.

  • @sjanafehr144
    @sjanafehr144 Рік тому +13

    Enjoyed touring Guadalajara with you, many ways to get around.. when your friend mentioned " french" influence I thought of course with the name "Saint Malo.. we have a small community in our province named exactly that. 😃
    Hope your anxiety has subsided 🙁
    Take care...

  • @julieisthatart
    @julieisthatart Рік тому

    Such a good video today! Thanks.

  • @dugfriendly
    @dugfriendly Рік тому +3

    Great vid. I love that you tackle the implications of money flowing into these areas.

  • @healthylivinginajijic
    @healthylivinginajijic Рік тому +3

    Never rode the metro in Mexico! But I stayed in Colonia Americana a couple of times and enjoyed exploring it. It's definitely one of the most interesting neighborhoods of Guadalajara. Thanks for the great video, Maddie. Made me miss Guadalajara

  • @greggbryson3957
    @greggbryson3957 Рік тому +2

    Came to show my support. Thanks for sharing. Much love.

  • @janiceyoung7106
    @janiceyoung7106 Рік тому +13

    Love your energy. Your videos are great! So glad your channel is growing so fast.

  • @rmoore8422
    @rmoore8422 Рік тому +6

    You look healthy and happy. Keep taking care of yourself. Good video.

  • @alainbergeron4520
    @alainbergeron4520 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the insightful presentation about this little gem of barrio. In general it seems very liveable and even more enjoyable.

  • @jackbowman4788
    @jackbowman4788 Рік тому

    Maddie- stay safe and well-love your videos !

  • @cindyk3076
    @cindyk3076 Рік тому +3

    Really nice tour and opinions of the city and it's new ranking. As a result of the "best" rank, gentrification will eventually ramp up which is probably not all that great for the locals. Nice to see Emma again (and he wasn't on his phone, lol)! Looked like you had a good time, and we don't mind that you finished the video the next day.

  • @gabyluchagaby
    @gabyluchagaby Рік тому +1

    You’re doing so great … enjoy your videos tons 😊

  • @brawny0929
    @brawny0929 Рік тому

    Thanks for your suggestion! Will be staying in Ajijic and going to this spot for a Sunday and overnight until our bus trip back to Ajijic on Monday. Can't wait for January to get here!!!

  • @sydneyberquist7113
    @sydneyberquist7113 Рік тому +1

    Love you vlogs, keep up the good work❤👍✔

  • @TrujilloRosalba
    @TrujilloRosalba Рік тому +7

    Maddie, you are doing your best, thank you for creating such entertaining content.
    Sending you huge hugs, I think we all get anxious from time to time. It is always a pleasure to see your videos. Un abrazo. 🤗

    • @MaddieGold
      @MaddieGold  Рік тому +1

      Thanks so much Rosalba! I appreciate you watching to the end 😊

  • @cathyhunnemeder3064
    @cathyhunnemeder3064 Рік тому +2

    What a great idea for a video!! Gotta go there too 😮

  • @girlina
    @girlina Рік тому +12

    Maddie = Vibrant, entertaining, well spoken, engaging. You are clearly doing well, thriving and smiling. Oh, and I also enjoy 'meeting' your friends. Keep doing you, Maddie. Whatever you are doing, these day, keep doing it. It looks good on you.

  • @AST-erisked
    @AST-erisked Рік тому +24

    Im honestly worried about gentrification, specially after reading how it affected cities like Atlanta or San Francisco. What makes cities special like Guadalajara or CDMX is the culture, the people, and some of those people dont have money... if you take that and just replace it with hipster restaurants with overpriced chilaquiles and americanized "mexican stores", then the culture is gone, and now its basically a caricature. Are you visiting mexico or a filtered idea of it?, think about it.
    The best mexican food its not in expensive restaurants, thats a fact, and after living in Guadalajara for 6 years i can tell you that "Colonia Americana" is the not the coolest part of Guadalajara, let alone the world. Theres other places that are more beautiful, and safer, but i wont tell you before you gentrified it too.

    • @naturalnines5471
      @naturalnines5471 Рік тому +1

      Exactly. I don't like hipsters or their stupid restaurants. They f*** everything up.

    • @awtlown
      @awtlown 7 місяців тому

      Hater

  • @ricardomartinez7290
    @ricardomartinez7290 Рік тому +25

    Great videos Maddie, estás bienvenida en Guadalajara. Te queremos mucho por mostrando tu cariño a la ciudad. Keep up the good work.

    • @erickalvarez6486
      @erickalvarez6486 Рік тому +2

      Ya que todos los precios estén por los aires y que sólo personas que ganan en USD y gastan en MXN puedan comprar departamentos y casas a ver si sigues invitando extranjeros a tu país :v

    • @user-uy9wy9fi2b
      @user-uy9wy9fi2b Рік тому +1

      @@erickalvarez6486 Demanda y Oferta: economía 101. Por lo general los que tienen dinero es por que trabajaron duro y ahorraron. El comunismo y socialismo es una gran falacia. No todos somos iguales.. unos se merecen mas que otros por distintas razones. El que trabaje mas y aporte mas ala sociedad se merece más!!!

    • @Rosemary-op3rz
      @Rosemary-op3rz Рік тому

      You’re not from Guadalajara or anywhere in Mexico. Your Spanish is horrendous and full of grammatical errors.

    • @user-uy9wy9fi2b
      @user-uy9wy9fi2b Рік тому +1

      @@Rosemary-op3rz Demanda y Oferta. Si quieres mas trabajas mas.

    • @omargutierrez7660
      @omargutierrez7660 Рік тому +1

      @@user-uy9wy9fi2b nada que ver tu respuesta, lol

  • @pabloareas2258
    @pabloareas2258 Рік тому +2

    Maddy I'm very proud of your Spanish, it has improved a ton!!!! Wow keep it up, you are very fluent now

  • @1111MrPalomino
    @1111MrPalomino Рік тому +2

    Beautiful video! Awesome that u are having fun in Guadalajara i am from that area living in san francisco california

  • @Djxdjequiz661
    @Djxdjequiz661 Рік тому +1

    I love your videos Hun. 🙌🏼

  • @hectorcampos9244
    @hectorcampos9244 Рік тому

    Nice to see your doing good, been in yoir channels since 3 years ago. Greetings from Northern Mexico.

  • @Busybeeee
    @Busybeeee Рік тому +2

    What a great video and no better way to end it but with your traditional bell Gong! 😊I had my bike stolen in Mazatlan last year,it was locked in front of my Airbnb. The thief broke the lock. I rented it from the Airbnb host who made me pay him 3000 Pesos ( even though the bike was not even worth 1000!) . Now I am really paranoid of even taking my phone out to take pictures when in public. There are some pretty desperate people in the world. Thanks for this upload Maddie, I appreciate your hard work. 😊 PS sorry about the panic attack 💗

    • @starsparkle999
      @starsparkle999 Рік тому +1

      I wouldn't be surprised if the AirBnB host had a friend help out with the "theft", imagine how much extra money that adds up to if the rental bike gets stolen on a regular basis. Just need to supply their friend with good bolt cutters.

    • @Busybeeee
      @Busybeeee Рік тому

      @@starsparkle999 this is exactly what all my friends and family were saying..it’s sad some people can be so dishonest like that. The bike was pure junk and they made me pay 5 times the price of it. I left that Airbnb early because I suspected it was staged and I was appalled!

  • @junechacon9602
    @junechacon9602 Рік тому +1

    You do a great job especially in this video ❤❤❤❤

  • @Indianinthemachine
    @Indianinthemachine Рік тому +1

    Wow you would you believe I've walked through Americana several times, and even know the benches where that couple was interviewed, and where that green cafe is, off the side from Avenida La Paz, but never got to see the inside until now. Cool, thanks Maddie.

  • @2GringosOnTheGulf
    @2GringosOnTheGulf Рік тому +4

    Hey awesome video my friend 💞
    Thanks for sharing your time with us 2 Canadians 🇨🇦 living in Mexico Yucatan Peninsula 🙏🥰🐶👫

  • @dvanmartin9842
    @dvanmartin9842 Рік тому +1

    Another sweet video, Maddie.

  • @GusGusTravels
    @GusGusTravels Рік тому

    I love your videos. My family lives in El Salto Jalisco, very close Ajijic. I reside in Tijuana now. You are more than welcome to come and visit, the Fiestas in December are awesome 👌

  • @huhosalazar3696
    @huhosalazar3696 Рік тому

    Hi Maddie good to see you again. Looking amazing like always.
    Take care love your videos…

  • @dyrellbevels9938
    @dyrellbevels9938 Рік тому +1

    Good job Maddie! So proud of you. I'm here in Zapopan, still trying to make a living and figure things out. Not so easy! 🙏🏽🤞

  • @hildairizarry2386
    @hildairizarry2386 Рік тому +8

    Hi Maddie just have to tell you look beautiful and there’s a glow in you ❤ take care maddie

  • @bbdaria3023
    @bbdaria3023 Рік тому

    Maddie....great video !!!

  • @andrewthacker114
    @andrewthacker114 Рік тому

    Enjoyed your clip .

  • @sirtonylancelot6782
    @sirtonylancelot6782 Рік тому +13

    The history is amazing the Colonia Americana was where the wealthiest people lived in the Colonial period and the mansions in that time were so amazing, the street with carriages going down what is now avenida Vallarta is mindblowing. It's a shame the state of a lot of those houses now but glad the more beautiful ones are still up

    • @gustavoperez5480
      @gustavoperez5480 Рік тому +1

      It didn't exist at the colonial period.

    • @nycbearff
      @nycbearff Рік тому +3

      Colonia Americana is a relatively recent neighborhood. It was laid out in the late 1800s, and built up in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Most of the mansions imitate European architecture. Until the early 20th century, Guadalajara was very small, surrounded by farms and fields. Most of the city is new. The old parts of town are all clustered close to the San Juan de Dios River - which is still there, but which now runs beneath Calzada Independencia, one of the main streets of the city.

  • @ignaciob
    @ignaciob 11 місяців тому +1

    17:52 I used to live a block away from here, 14 years ago (omg I’m old now). I rented a studio for 4 years for $3,500 pesos ($220~ USD) monthly. My window had a view of Templo Expiatorio (the gothic church) until construction of THAT BUILDING started lol, blocking my amazing view. I think those apartments used to cost around $15,000 MXN / Month, although don’t quote me on that, it should be way more expensive now.
    I don’t have a lot of travel experience (like only major cities in Europe and US), but I will say: La Americana will always have a place deep in my heart. ❤

  • @wreckitralph4714
    @wreckitralph4714 Рік тому +1

    Great video Maddie! I'm so sorry you had a panic attack 🥺 I don't wish them on anyone.

    • @MaddieGold
      @MaddieGold  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Jason! Hope it doesn’t happen again anytime soon 😝

  • @JQ240SX
    @JQ240SX Рік тому +2

    Between Lake Chapala and Guadalajara there are so many nooks and crannies that you'll be doing videos for years to come. Keep up the good work. Anxiety is a beast. Find exercises that you can do right then and then and I'll bet you'll overcome it. You're not alone.

  • @thomascalabrase4203
    @thomascalabrase4203 Рік тому +4

    Maddie you rock!👍🏻

  • @oswaldocerda6257
    @oswaldocerda6257 Рік тому +1

    I was having a good time watching your video Maddie, but I felt so sad to know that you got in that way because of Mexico's lack of security. It´s terrible to know that Mexico has been in this awful situation.
    I hope you are better now and I'll be waiting for your next video with a lot of happiness. See you soon.

    • @MaddieGold
      @MaddieGold  Рік тому

      Sorry I'm not sure I totally understand your comment. I got in what way because of Mexico's security?

  • @FamiliaEdjoy
    @FamiliaEdjoy Рік тому +6

    Maddie tu puedes "agringarnos" todo lo que quieras

    • @MaddieGold
      @MaddieGold  Рік тому +4

      Aww muchas gracias 💛😊

    • @starsparkle999
      @starsparkle999 Рік тому

      @@MaddieGold I noticed the one couple you interviewed seemed very angry about the fact that things are becoming "white" and "gringo-ized" and shortly after that your guy friend of the couple who are your friends, focused a lot on the architecture and became quite animated. I felt like he was trying to compensate for the prejudice comments of that previous couple. I have experienced that prejudice myself from Latinos here in northern California where I live, even up in the mountains where they are a minority. I personally like hanging out with Latinos, but it does hurt me to to feel the sting of some of them being quite prejudice.
      I lived in Japan back in the 80's and as a blue eyed blonde haired young woman, sometimes I got especially nice treatment, other times, the opposite. I guess it's like that anytime you are in another country. Some like "foreigners", some don't.

    • @miauprrr6675
      @miauprrr6675 11 місяців тому

      @@starsparkle999 Usted en Jalisco pasaría desapercibida.

  • @victoriajohnson5304
    @victoriajohnson5304 Рік тому

    AWESOME VIDEO!!!🌞🌻🌞

  • @katievolk5205
    @katievolk5205 Рік тому +1

    Your such a strong person I have no doubt you have great success!!!

  • @ayshafernandez5307
    @ayshafernandez5307 Рік тому +5

    I really have to make an effort to travel to Mexico one of these days. Really enjoyed this video.

  • @arthurmcgee4746
    @arthurmcgee4746 Рік тому +3

    That looks like a really good neighborhood. Great video. 👍

  • @thomsonsthailand8887
    @thomsonsthailand8887 Рік тому

    Good to hear local views.

  • @beauteoussounds1156
    @beauteoussounds1156 Рік тому +4

    Thanks, Maddie, for a thoughtful and enlightening video. Keep up the good fight to work through that dang anxiety! I suffered with that at 19. It was awful. I could barely leave my room for a month. But then, when I would feel it coming on, I would *force myself to stop* by getting really mad at myself, cursing and yelling out loud to stop it, etc., and really took control of myself (that sounds a bit nuts now that I write this 😮🤪, but IT WORKED.) I stopped having them!! Worth a try, dear girl. Good luck! ♥️

    • @MaddieGold
      @MaddieGold  Рік тому +5

      Sorry to hear you went through that! Sounds like an interesting tactic though! If I'm in a private place, I'll have to try that out....can't imagine a public temper tantrum at myself would be received too well by bystanders haha

    • @beauteoussounds1156
      @beauteoussounds1156 Рік тому +2

      So true! Hahaha I really hope it works for you. It was a lifesaver for me! An inner monologue might work, too. I just happened to be sequestered when the attacks occurred. Gawd awful things but you can beat ‘em.

    • @jocelynmontgomery8552
      @jocelynmontgomery8552 Рік тому

      @@MaddieGold in a PUBLIC situation I would recommend EFT Tapping or the 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Exercise . I know you are already familiar with these kinds of things, I just wanted to say, I know how at that moment it feels like the end of your life/world but always try to force yourself to remember "it will pass" and just find something to do like the above exercises until it does 'pass' .

    • @starsparkle999
      @starsparkle999 Рік тому

      @@MaddieGold I find that certain supplements & herbs help - like the supplement L-Theanine, 200 mg twice a day. Passionflower, Valerian, Chamomile, Skullcap, Hops, Lavender in teas and caps. In combos or individually.
      Calcium, Magnesium and no caffeine after 12noon.

  • @jingjingquinones
    @jingjingquinones Рік тому +2

    I really enjoy watching your vlogs. How did you learn Spanish so well? I'm impressed with your lifestyle. Enjoy it!

  • @philipmulvihill1455
    @philipmulvihill1455 Рік тому +2

    you do your best in these videos BLESS YOU 👍😇

  • @DistractedDaisy
    @DistractedDaisy Рік тому +1

    Maddie, I am subscribed and have notifications, why don't i get your notifications, maybe i have to many subscriptions and too many notification pushes.. but literally i type in your name so i can watch your videos. I love your content and I love Guadalajara Mexico and i've been to this colonia and it's so cool. So i am very happy right now. You have to go to el Jardin Japones and take some peanuts for the squirrels, birds, ducks everything that will want to eat. be ready.. it's so much fun..