This City in Mexico is SAFER Than All US Cities! | Exploring Merida
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- čas přidán 21. 02. 2020
- Today I'm in the Yucatan peninsula, in the colourful, vibrant and safe city of Merida! This city was reported to be safer than all cities in the United States... I discuss that in the video plus lots of culture, food & more.
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Hola Mijos & Mijas! Fox News would never report it... but Merida is safer than all major US cities! I hope you enjoyed the video. Saludos!
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@FERNANDO RAMÍREZ Gracias amigo! . ✌✌✌✌
Tío Paul please visit Michoacán, maybe isn't so safe as Merida (I'm can relate, only you need to be wise and careful) but you can't imagine how beautiful, cultural and astonishing it is 🤩
I follow your videos a long time ago it would be great if I saw how you make your videos or go out in one I hope you can and give you a tour of this white city
OMG I literally just moved from Mexico City to Mérida six months ago! I will keep my eyes open to try to see you tío Paul, if you're still around Mérida.
Btw, I love your videos, this is one of the few channels that I have with the notifications turned on
Fox news never reports something like that. Fortunately we have Paul's News, which shows us the True Mexico ! Thanks by shared ! 😎
If you want to visit Merida, and you are not very tolerant to hot weather: it’s better if you visit it on December. Don’t visit between May-April, it’s literal a sunny hell. Keep an eye on the hurricanes’ season between August-November. Bring sun and mosquitoes protection and a hand towel. You will sweat a lot. Most important, wear cotton based clothes and avoid all types of synthetic fabrics, even on bags.
Don’t forget to drink sorbetes, agua de horchata, beer, eat tamales colados and visit the archaeological zones and nature reservations around Merida. In my opinion, whole state of Yucatán is better than the city.
you left to warning about something else, "la comida Yucateca" jejeje!
Pete Pan I lived there for 5 years and got bitten by at least 5 different types of ants (not to mention mosquitoes, spiders and wasps), had 2 ants nest in my room, had rash on knees, elbows, neck and tights, nearly got dengue fever, almost had conjuntivitis and measles from the drinkers at my old school and lived through an hurricane.
In Merida if you don’t have air conditioning, and can’t stand hot weather, don’t even bother to stay at home, even less your own bathroom,
Cotton is not good at wicking moisture away from you. It actually retains moisture and can get moldy quickly in Merida’s climate. Wear synthetics like athletic wear from Nike, Adidas, UA, etc or all natural wool.
I've lived in Merida for many years, and you get used to the weather easily, the affordability of the city lets you have a house with a pool, good a/c etc.
Did you have Spanish language skills when you arrived? How critical is that in your opinion?
Vivo en Mérida y confirmo que es una ciudad muy tranquila y segura 💞
No del todo....estamos sentados sobre Pólvora.
Mérida es muy caliente. Prueben venir en mayo. jajaja
@@macomsey4777 Pos ya me acostumbre 🔥 no me gusta el frio.
@bangmeister2012 oiste bien mas segura que todas la de usa puedes ir ahi
@bangmeister2012 otro extranjero que cree que todo México esta lleno de carteles y en cada esquina hay por lo menos 10 narcotraficantes, ni siquiera porque un chico inglés esta desmintiendo todos esos malos rumores entienden!!!!!!!!
I translate: I live in Merida and can confirm it is a very safe and calm city.
How did I do? 😁
Mérida is so beautiful and cool! Best city in Mexico by far
What do you think of San Miguel de Allende? Is Merida your home city?
@@TUBESPECIFIC1 i think San Miguel de Allende its a beautiful City too but its too tourist oriented and expensive, Merida its more natural, cultural and rich in every way! And not im not from mexico but i have family in quintana roo and I have visited Merida a lot
@@aznarul Yes, everywhere exceptionally beautifully high styled has become too touristy so these places are too expensive and in a state of being destroyed. It's the case all around the world. Merida is more a common people every day place that probably won't be over touristed nor over speculated by international real estate investors. Common people places like that are best for friends, culture, fun, and work over cities where lots of international financial elite hang out.
Don't forget about Veracruz port. A branch of heaven, as I name it.
Merida is too hot & humid though. Lots of rain & mosquitos. So it's not 100% perfect, but not many places are.
As Mexican, I am really thankful for your commitment and lovely videos of Mexico. You help us indeed to change the perception of mexicans and Mexico globally through your videos. Hopefully you reach out to many people and I’ll be very glad to help you! Thank you so much!
Ya the U.S. news media would never say that
I like that you show the city and sights instead of just your own face.....I am trying to see the sights and most 'travel' vloggers seem to be more interested in talking not showing.....your voice is very entertaining as well..... cheers
I know I hate that also, I thought it was just me! Do you yell at them to move? ( that’s probably just me)
Is everything okay, Tío Paul? I know these last few months have been quite a ride worldwide, and you don't owe us any free content. But you've kind of disappeared off the face of Earth and I know many of us would like to make sure you're alive and well.
Probably bail in the U.K. 😊
A very well done and informative video. I just returned to CA from Merida. I have been visiting annually for twenty five years (usually in February). The city has only gotten better over the years. It has beautiful hotels, incredible restaurants, street food, and cantinas. Also has great colonial archetecture, parks, markets, museums, and cultural events. It's lots of fun and safe at all hours. I can't wait for my next trip.
The Yucatan Peninsula has one of the best meals in Mexico. Enjoy it as much as we enjoy watching your videos. Great work ! 😎
Thanks amigo! I’m back in Mexico City now but I loved Merida.
@@TrueMexico Ok. Welcome back home !
Haha yes I’m an adopted Mexico City boy
One of the fastest growing cities in Mexico
Ray Sosa cute your sources please
Hey Paul, I hope you’re doing well. I’d be nice to see new travels, it’s enjoyable how an Englishman appreciates our country. Cheers!!🇬🇧🇲🇽
El tio Paul siempre antojando a la raza 🤤🤤🤤
There are a number of inacuracies in the information you deliver. But ok, l guess your effort is useful enough for visitors...(true meaning of 'white city'...for example, rate of alcoholism, suicide, etc., worst public transportation system, etc. And many many concealed issues that don't come into light for the benign eye of foreigners.
@@ZulaiFuentes I thought surely "white city" must mean loads of white people living and visiting there. Am I right?
MERIDA YUCATAN IS THE SAFEST CITY IN AMERICA OVER QUEBEC, CANADA IM SO PROUD, AND IS SO BEAUTIFUL, RICH IN CULTURE, VEGETATION, FRIENDLY PEOPLE, THE PENINSULA OF YUCATAN AND HIS EXTRAORDINARY SEA! LIKE NO OTHER!
Yucatán is in Mexico, there is only one AMERICA and it’s the USA 🇺🇸
You will look smarter if you didn’t display your ignorance in public.
America is a continent whereas USA is a country where TRUE native Americans are a minority.
@Liam ignorant
@@davidbeckhambecks ignorant
You’re back ! . . . 🤗
🤗🤗🤗
Your gone! 😢😭😞 @truemexico
Tío Paul, if you come to Campeche, when you want to eat a salbute you have to call them "panucho". Yes, salbutes in Campeche are called panuchos. ;)
Also, in Campeche, you can walk on the centro at 3 a.m. and you will see how calm and safe is!
Good information!
En yucatan el salbute y el panucho son dos cosas diferentes. El panucho tiene frijoles en su interior el sabute no lleva
Beautiful, beautiful Merida. It is an underrated city, most people recommending places in Mexico wouldn't mention it, but maybe it is supposed to be like that... like a secret well kept. It's the first time I've seen an actual "policía turística" (or at least their cute little car), wow.
Great video brother! I live in Merida and Make videos about this wonderful city all the time! Glad you finally made it out here! Glad you love it as well! Thank you so much for such a wonderful video!
I really enjoy your vids, I was born in Texas. My family is from Guerrero and I haven't had the opportunity to visit my roots. I love seeing Mexico through your eyes. Y si! Si puedo hablar y escribir en español también. You deserve way more subscribers!
Thanks a lot amigo! I need to make a lot more frequent vids to get past 100k. I’ll try !
Like always: Great job Paul. I enjoyed the visuals and the mental trip to this Peninsula very much. Keep going!! :)
Finally someone makes a video about my city! Hope you enjoyed your stay. 😊❤️
Thanks so much tío Paul, I'm from Yucatán but I live in California.
I miss my home state so much, thank you so much for sharing!
hola Victor, soy de puebla (radicando en las vegas) mi sueño es buscarme un jacalito en Yucatan serca del golfo de mexico y vivir del Mar! ☺saludos 🙋
Happy you enjoyed it and saw a little bit of your home state !
Victor yo tambien soy de Yucatan, de yaxkukul, vivo tambien en California, saludos paisano!! Mare lindos!!!
Yo soy de Tunkas. Ya llevo aquí 23 años.
Es tiempo de regresar paisanos la jaula de oro cada vez se pone peor!!.. Mejor pobre y feliz en mexico que pobre e infeliz en el otro lado!..
ive been there several times, it would be an absolute awesome city if it didnt had such unhospitable weather in summer it really wants to burn you to a crisp
🤣 that was funny
¡Gracias por otro video informativo y divertido!
Thanks for another informative and fun video!
Mi familia es de Michoacán pero Mérida se robó mi corazón! Fantastic video, brings back really great memories 💕
A de una una Michoacana
Another awesome show Paul!
I didn't know Merida, existed! Thanx for showing us the beautiful city of Merida.
Happy you enjoyed it!
Thank you for doing such a great vlog on my city
We miss you Tío Paul! Glad to hear you're doing ok, stay safe and return to making videos at your leisure!
I am a citizen of Yucatan Peninsula and appreciate its concepts about my country: Yucatan.
I correspond to your attitude because I love the music, culture and landscape of the United Kingdom.
Thanks a lot
Wow wait!
You're treating Yucatan peninsula as a country.
You're reminding Mexican secessionism.
You know that's treason, don't you?
Without any doubt; I truly love your channel and work, keep up the good work, I'll be recommending and sharing your videos with my friends, you really deserve so more subscribers.👌😌
Thanks a lot!
Hey that’s awesome I was in Merida couple of months ago to get my sons CRBA. I’m in Cancun not too far from you it’s awesome that you highlighted Merida it’s a chill place.
There's Is little town un Tocaran who Is called "Motul' where have been Made the Dish 'huevos motuleños'...You need to taste It!..mm..😊👍
Yucatán*** not tocaran hahaha,sorry
FBI México
Tocaran?? jajajaja WTF.. 🤦♂️👎🏽
Alvaro Maldonadov , whats the meaning of that, we are talking about a BEAUTIFULL city, so...
Hey my uncle was the mayor of Mutol
Super cool video man, thanks for share wonderful & beatiful things about us...greetings from Mérida, la de Yucatán.
Always enjoy your videos! Thank you!😊
Mérida está cerca del paraíso y la salsa de habanero es la salsa oficial del paraíso.
Mérida is close to paradise. Habanero sauce is the official sauce in the paradise.
Que que??? Tas mal de la cabeza
Thanks a lot for sharing. I do miss the nostalgia your vids in Mx City give me, as a Mexican abroad, but it’s also adorable that you go all around and show Mexico’s diversity.
Hi can you please tell us about Mexico. Is it true that the Covid related discrimination dose nit exists in Mexico? And there is no Vaccine mandate?
Many thanks 🙏
Hermoso video ..👍❤️.. saludos desde Coahuila, México 👍🇲🇽
Tío Paul. Chido el canal. Siempre muy informativo! Safe travels!
Gracias!
OMG, I was just wondering when a new video of yours will come up. :o Nice that you're back.
Sorry to not have uploaded for a while!
@@TrueMexico It's ok, everyone has things to do. ♥
Though I didn't move to Mexico City where a lot of the videos were filmed, your videos did contribute to my decision to move from the US to Puerto Vallarta last month, so I really hope that we get to see more of your videos. Your sense of humor and just how well the videos are put together were something I always looked forward to. Stay well.
Thank you!!
Keith, let us know how you like PV! Depending on the future of the US my husband & I want to check PV out. My friend visits there & loves it.
@@kathyward9879 Hi Kathy. We've only been here two months, but so far we really like it. The first month wasn't kind to us between the huge mosquito bites and the bacterial infection we think I got from the food or water, but once we got past the major tasks (temp residency, a longer term place to live, understanding the medical system, a car, etc), we are enjoying it a lot more now that we can breath. Its a beautiful city where everything isn't very far away. Its a slower way of life compared to what I was used to, I miss Best Buy being an electronic geek, but that is outweighed by just how friendly most of the people are. We are also considering Guadalajara with its more modern city life and better climate which is more similar to Los Angeles where we are from, but we intend to stay long term in Puerto Vallarta if we can adjust to the very tough humidity during the summer and fall months. Time will tell :-).
@@Belgarath777 thank you so much for your insight! I greatly appreciate it!
@@Belgarath777 , we are from PA so it would be a huge adjustment to the humidity for me!
I love your delivery it's so upbeat and positive
Excellent video!👍 Gracias Paul!!
I have just found out your channel and you have a new suscriber. I hope that you continue sharing more videos about your life in Mexico...greetings from Cuernavaca
By the way I loved your british accent 😉
Good to see you back, Paul.
I hope you continue to do videos. You’re channel was the very first channel I saw a few years ago that explained the lifestyle in Mexico as a foreigner’s perspective. I enjoyed your personality and your thorough explanation of whatever your topic or location you were discussing! Please keep it up Paul, came back to rewatch this “episode” since You’ve not posted anything new but I had to let you know that you were the original Living in Mexico, What Is It Like? channel and I appreciate you!!
Thanks for your kind words!
Paul come back mate! We miss your videos, you are legend lad!!
Awesome video dude! I wanna be there. 👍🏼
Tío Paul, ya se extrañaban tus vídeos, saludos!
Yo vivo en esta ciudad, y me siento orgulloso de vivir en Mérida Yucatán. Es la más segura de todo mi país.
I just discovered your Channel, and I love it. Thanks for your work.
Welcome!
I’m from Merida ! Been following you for a while :) ty for covering my city.
Excelente video tío Paul!!
Gracias!
Amazing video! Well done! We live in Merida and you did a superb job showing everyone this wonderful city! We Also Make videos about Merida Yucatan on our Channel and were glad to see you finally made it out here! Glad you loved the food as well! Thank you so much for making such a wonderful video about Merida Mexico!
Good job with your editing.
So glad you enjoyed my city, I hope you come back soon!
From Tio Paul to now Papi Paul..... I like it!
Felicidades a cada uno de los yucatecos tienen la ciudad que se merecen, sus calles limpias, nada de graffiti, una cultura bellísima, comida deliciosa, respeto al turista, modo de conducir tranquilos etc etc nuevamente los felicito
Gracias Paul por este super Video. Saludos desde Alemania 😍‼️Perfecto 👍
Yo voto porque nunca deje de hacer estos maravillosos Video el tío Paul :D
Love your channel, Tío Paul! Saludos desde Michoacán!
And I agree, Merida has to be the most peaceful city I've ever visited. I have family over there, so I had visited when I was younger, but it wasn't until last year that I got to roam the city at my own pace. Went to most of the places you show in this video, the whole time I was watching I was like 'I went there too!', haha. It's the first time I felt secure walking down the streets at night, Merida is just that serene. The food is delicious (I love the agua de limón con chaya and the kibbeh! So good!), the people are nice, the city is very clean and beautiful, the cenotes are incredible, and the nerby beaches and archaeological sites are magical... The only thing I don't really like is the weather, too hot and humid. Not really a fan, otherwise I would move there!
Blimey! Long time not hear from you Paul. Yes, I am from Yucatán and very happy to see you been in Mérida. Remember when back in the UK we have to go for a pint!!! Cheers
Cheers mate !
So good to see you enjoying the Yucatán, tío Paul. Mérida is my top favorite place on earth, because of endless reasons (friends, family, food, fly fishing fanatism..... ok no more f words.) The ONLY downside of Mérida is the heat during spring and summer is sometimes unbearable, but nothing an ice cold León and a pool can’t fix. Hope you made it to Progreso to try some seafood too!
A little off topic but CDMX has some incredible cantinas too..... maybe not as cheap as the one in Mérida but food and booze are great. El León De Oro in Escandón and/or Salón Puebla in Santa María la Ribera are two classics. You and tía Paula will love it!! 😋
This is one of the best videos I have seen on CZcams wrt Merida. Most of the hipsters edit them such that you never get a good feel for what the place looks like. You are much better at the actual filming and editing than most.
Saludos Tio Paul Good to see you again enjoy Merida
Thanks! I''ve been back in CDMX a while actually. But I did love Merida!
"the money shot"
plot twist: Paul worked in San Fernando valley
I knew some people would pick up on that double-meaning joke.
Me encantó el video!!❤️ Soy originaria de Mérida y en verdad refleja el espíritu de la ciudad
Wonderful video. Thanks for sharing.
Te mando un abrazo fuerte señor Ingles. Abrazo de un jalisiense a un amigo ingles. Buen trabajo👍
If you're still there, visit the market in the near town of Motul and try the exquisite "huevos motuleños", there is this "fonda Doña Evelia Soberanis". That totally worth the 30-minute ride from Merida. 👌😉
Excelente video!
Begin away from Mérida is very tough, I miss it everyday and watching this make me feel closer to home.
Headed to Merida in less than two weeks 🙌🏻
Ohhh tío paul, youre comeback :) great City and big and beautiful 😍 ALL support from Sonora México 🇲🇽
Sorry for not posting a video for a while!
@@TrueMexico oh dont worry, youre comeback and is great :D
I need to make more frequent vids !
@@TrueMexico Tio Paul when are you coming to visit Mazatlan?
Thank you so much for including Spanish translation! I’m learning Mexican Spanish in order to move to Mexico in three years and this is a great addition to my studies.
Wow 3 yrs...youre a long term planner. I started learning like 3 days prior
Thank you so much for visiting merida
I really like your video I hope you come back soon
Uncle Paul I hope this 2020 is a great year for you. Es bueno verte de nuevo
Thanks 🙏 The same to you!
I’m going there in May! 😍
Enjoy!
Mayo es de mucho calor, evitarlo si no te gusta
Nice 👍
Ven preparado para morirte de calor , si no te gusta el calor piénsalo bien
Jajajaja ven para que te vayas pronto x el calor
Great video thanks for showing us this beautiful place ....😀😀😀😀👍👍👍👍
Hi tío Paul, I'm from Yucatán, didn't know you were here! Great video! it's awesome to see my city through your eyes, hope you loved it! Maybe next time we can go to el gallito and share some beers!
Thanks so much!! Cheers :D
Merida was so great for me ! All was amazing ! Viva Merida !
FBI México
You loved Merida as much as me, from Mexico City!
Hey bro i always watch and love your videos .
Such an amazing video tio Pablo
Thanks !
I know you don’t go to fancy restaurants, but I do recomendable the experience of eating in an hacienda.
Anyways, try papatzules with chorizo, torta de cochinita, queso relleno, these are traditional dishes you can have any day anywhere.
The traditional pib or mucbipollo is a dish especially prepared on Día de muertos but they have it all year through at la Chaya maya.
Cant wait to see which cenotes you will visit
I have actually near Valladolid on a trip with my mum and friends a few years ago. I like nice places like that too but in my videos I try up focus on local places rather than the fancy ones.
@@TrueMexico Do you have videos of that trip? That is where I am from mate and I would like to watch if you do have ti. Cheers
Welcome to Merida. I, Mexican, live here with my British husband. We like ti a lot though we would like to spend some time in Mexico City, it is too hot here hehe.
Good review Paul,lm currently in Panama but planning to go to Merida to retire next year.
Oh and originally from Cardiff,Wales U.K.
Aamazing, just gorgeous, hats off to the city of Merida.
I AGREED WITH THIS VIDEO.. I WAS THERE THREE MONTHS AGO.... SAFEST AND A BEAUTIFUL CITY..... WOULD LOVE TO MOVE THERE.
Hi! I love your videos! It’s been awhile since you posted and I wonder if you’re okay. I look forward to hearing more of your stories
I am okay! I'll be making videos again soon. Obviously this year everything changed :( I hope you are well.
@@TrueMexico I’m so glad to hear! I am moving from Illinois to Mexico in November and I am so excited. Your channel has been so informative and fun to watch. It helped me decide to move to Mexico. I look forward to your new videos, no matter where you are.
Welcome back!
Me encantó el video .Es muy bella súper orgullosa de ella. Y lo que te faltó conocer. Saludos
You like Mérida... you should go to Campeche... it is also in the Yucatan peninsula and it is two hour away from Merida ... plus, they say it’s even safer than Merida
What happened to you? Are you ok? I hope you're well, safe
I am okay! I'll be making videos again soon. Obviously this year everything changed :( I hope you are well.
True Mexico Dame tu bendición Tío Paul, y un video update de cómo vives la pandemia no estaría mal.
@@TrueMexico Good to hear you are Ok tío Paul! Stay safe!
subtitles are perfect!
Merida is my hometown. I've been gone for almost 8 years due to economic reasons and because the hot weather there is exhausting, and the mosquitos....but your video made me miss it so much, the food, the serenity. Hope that you enjoyed a lot~
Dónde vivís ahora?
Saludos tio Paul👋
Saludos mija! 👋
Yo fui a Mérida el mes pasado y me quedé con ganas de vivir ahí
No es tan bonito en verano y ni hablar de la temporada de huracan, aún así es un lugar muy bonito.
AWESOME VIDEO!!
Great video!!
Thanks!
Así es man en las cantinas/bares por cada cerveza te dan botanas o antojitos, incluso comida.
In Philadelphia right now, can confirm
An explosion and murder violence on the streets of Philadelphia also Philadelphia more deadly than the Philippines
I love your videos!!
This has to be the happiest video you ever made.