Expat Life in Mexico City - Is It Better Than Thailand?
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- čas přidán 5. 02. 2024
- In this video, I share why I think Mexico City could be a great place to live and work, especially for expats. If I didn't make Thailand home, CDMX would be my next best choice. #mexicocity #cdmx #expatlife
My current base is in Thailand, between Bangkok and Phuket, but there's something special about Mexico City that draws me in, particularly the neighborhoods of Condesa and Roma.
I explore these areas, known for being suitable for remote work, and talk about why CDMX is an ideal place for expats. The city is friendly to dogs, which means a lot to me, and it's easy to get around by bike. The parks are full of life, with people enjoying the outdoors, which adds to the city's charm.
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Tacos Hola El Güero
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Mind the Note
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PELUQUERIA Y BARBERIA OROZCO
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La Buena Facha Tintorería y Lavandería
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Hule
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Bookstore Fondo de Cultura Economica
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GYM 24 hrs
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Food is another big plus here, with amazing local dishes everywhere. I take you to some favorite spots, like Tacos Guo, a place with a long family history. Despite the higher costs, areas like La Condesa are safe and full of life, making them attractive to foreigners.
We'll also look at the everyday culture of Mexico City, from cozy cafes and bookstores to the incredible architecture and historic sites. Even with the challenge of adjusting to the altitude and a different service style, the city's active lifestyle, safety, and friendly people make it appealing for anyone considering making it their home.
Whether you're a digital nomad looking for your next spot or just curious about life in one of the most dynamic cities, this video is for you. From the easy-to-navigate streets of Condesa and Roma to the hospitality of its residents, find out why Mexico City might just be the perfect place for expats. Follow me as we discover what makes CDMX a strong candidate for a home base where history, culture, and convenience come together.
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I lived in Mexico 3 years and Thailand 3 years. I love Thailand for ease and safety. The food is amazing, friendly ppl and beautiful landscapes.
I would love Thailand more if they would offer better visa options for long term visitor's. Its such a hassle and racket with their immigration.
Mexico gives you 180 days visa free which is so easy and stress free. Its easy to qualify for a 4 yr temporary visa and you can get permanent residency. Thailand makes it hard to get permanent residency.
Mexico is getting very expensive now but I plan to retire there
What you say is true, I have considered Oaxaca and CDMX for 3 months out of the year. I am fluent in Spanish which makes Mexico even more attractive to me.
I loved dogs UNTIL I moved to Mexico lol.
Doesn't the endless barking dogs annoy you?
It almost pushed me over the edge in my last place that was like an open-air dog pound in every direction, constant barking day and night.
If I didn't make Thailand home, CDMX would be my choice. It is one of the world's greatest cities!
Why ?
@@travellovers3576 Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
I am planing on planting a flag in Thailand as well. I already have temp residency in Mexico. Any pointers?
Too many retirees in Mexico. Price has been going up. This is very noticeable in medical care. Mexicans have realized that they can jack up hospital prices and expats will still pay up!
Very nice informative video! Keep up the great work!
Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
Nicely done! For a long time the massive population of CDMX kept me away. A couple years ago I decided to rip the band aid and fell in love with CDMX. I am a runner and thus felt at home in Condesa. Thanks for showing the cost of a haircut and laundry. I have a barber in GDL that charges about 150 MXN. I am definitly looking forward to returning and meeting up with the local running groups. Enjoy your stay!
Thank you Isaac, for runners Mexico City appears great, along with all fitness activities. And the air quality is not so bad for a big city,
@@PhilipJames360 Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
I cannot agree more, I visited Mexico City four times, and I can say everything you described about the City is true
Thank you for your comment. For those who know Mexico City first hand, they say the same like you. It is definitely in the top 5 of my favorite cities in the world.
@@PhilipJames360 Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
@@PhilipJames360If you're living there from another country you're an Immigrant not an expat.
Gd video, hope you show more in Mexico . Can you link o the article you mentioned about air quality ? Couldn’t find it on your blog . Thx
Thank you
Here is the link that shows air quality in CDMX better than Washington DC
www.iqair.com/world-air-quality-ranking
The blog article should be available within the day:
theborderlessoffice.com
YOU GET A BETTER DEAL FOR YOUR DOLLARS IN PHILIPINES, THAILAND ,COSTA RICA OR ARGENTINASO PLEASE DONT COME TO MEXICO IS NOT SAFE FOR YOU AND NOW MORE THAT YOU WILL BE A WEALTHY PERSON IN A POOR COUNTRY YOU WILL BECOME A TARGET TO THE CARTELS
What is going on with the water supply in Mexico City? I keep reading about a water shortage. Do tourists need to worry?
YES THERE IS NO WATER IN MEXICO YOU ONLY GET ONCE A WEEK
Tourist don't get extra privileges for being migrants
Nope, it's just a problem in some neiborhoods in the periphery.
Spent some time in Roma Norte just recently for my 2nd trip there. It is beautiful. I love Mexico.
Very nice and interesting video, welcome to México anytime 🎉😊
Thank you
@@PhilipJames360 Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
NO SEAS PENDEJA QUITA TU COMETARIO MIENTRAS MAS GRINGOS MAS GENTIFRICACION MESO ESPACIO PARA LA GENTE MEXICANA
I just returned from Pattaya Thailand and I’m considering Mexico City next. Thanks for the video!
Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
YOU GET A BETTER DEAL FOR YOUR DOLLARS IN PHILIPINES, THAILAND ,COSTA RICA OR ARGENTINASO PLEASE DONT COME TO MEXICO IS NOT SAFE FOR YOU AND NOW MORE THAT YOU WILL BE A WEALTHY PERSON IN A POOR COUNTRY YOU WILL BECOME A TARGET TO THE CARTELS
Long time no talk, Philip! We’re heading to CDMX next, so thanks for this video!
Awesome Mitch, CDMX is one of my top 5 favorite cities in the world. Hello to Day
Very informative. Thank you. My friend just moved to La Paz in Baja and loves it there. But I'll visit Mexico City before I head over to visit him. I'm thinking of driving. Thanks again.
Thank you. La Paz sounds great, I hear many good things.
Excited to return to Mexico City, it is one of my favorites!
@@PhilipJames360 Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
@@angelsoto1475FFS is it really necessary to spam every comment? 🙄
@@elfrazier 😁
YOU GET A BETTER DEAL FOR YOUR DOLLARS IN PHILIPINES, THAILAND ,COSTA RICA OR ARGENTINASO PLEASE DONT COME TO MEXICO IS NOT SAFE FOR YOU AND NOW MORE THAT YOU WILL BE A WEALTHY PERSON IN A POOR COUNTRY YOU WILL BECOME A TARGET TO THE CARTELS
I am curious how difficult it would be to bring my Cane Corso (Italian Mastiff) to Thailand
Solid video! This is an AND decision for me, not an OR decision. Bangkok and CDMX are some of the best cities in the world. The only problem is that they're almost exactly 1/2 way around the world from each other. But if you can afford it, have a home base in both places.
Wayne, I agree with you 100%. For those who spend time in both cities, they feel somewhat similar, as strange as that sounds. Although a world apart, both have great food, cultural richness, excellent explorability, warm-hearted people, and perfect hubs for hopping around each country.
YOU GET A BETTER DEAL FOR YOUR DOLLARS IN PHILIPINES, THAILAND ,COSTA RICA OR ARGENTINASO PLEASE DONT COME TO MEXICO IS NOT SAFE FOR YOU AND NOW MORE THAT YOU WILL BE A WEALTHY PERSON IN A POOR COUNTRY YOU WILL BECOME A TARGET TO THE CARTELS
Its Thailand vs rest of the world now. Perhaps a decade or two back, it made some sense to compare Thailand vs Philippines, US, UK, Mexico etc, however, Thailand has moved so far ahead in all metrics leaving rest of the world in dust. Thailand keep building more condos, so no increase in rental even if a million digital nomads move there, internet is already 5G, infrastructure is world class, cheap food, transportation, great culture, good service, nightlife, beach, its all there plus low crime.
Thailand is doing everything right while rest of the world is going in reverse.
So true, and could not agree more.
In many ways, Thailand is ahead of the U.S. and Europe.
And, it is safe and peaceful.
Thank you for your comment
it's too generalized of a statement..I think a person's taste would have to be taken into account..both offer great food and beaches but for me, MX would be more desireable to live in...
There is no doubt Thailand is a great place. Cheapppp, nice people, good food. However one huge drawback IMO is the weather. Super hot and humid. Mexico city has 70-80f weather year round. Closer to US just to name a few of the many pros.
Isnt thailand less develop than Mexico
@@PhilipJames360 and yet without us Americans, China would’ve took that shit over
Dog walker you interviewed had an Airedale...Dont see many of those...Thats what i have...i am looking to move to CDMX within the next month or so...Love that city....The vibe and super dog friendly ...I also want to go and check out Medellin and see how it compares.
For me, I prefer Mexico City over Medellin. It has more to offer in regard to museums, food, parks, sophistication, and culture. Not the case for all parts of Mexico City, but the right areas are safer compared to Medellin. Curious to hear which you choose.
@@PhilipJames360 one of the reasons I am thinking Medellin is it seems business networking is pretty strong there.Also making friends.Not sure how to find that in CDMX
I noticed the Airedale too! I used to have one, they are my favourite dog. I live in Costa Rica now and have only seen one Airedale here. Did you end up moving to CDMX?
Been to CDMX for a week with some friends a few years ago, had a blast. I always find it funny that these videos never have the "México is so dangerous, I'd never set foot in it" commenters. They're always over on the crime videos. Smh
It's interesting: I feels much safer in Condesa and Roma than Portland, L.A., or San Francisco
@@PhilipJames360 that's a very specific set of cities in the US, I've found the critical comments about Mexico come from Americans from all walks of life. You only watch crime videos on Mexico you're going to think all of Mexico is a warzone 24/7, that was more my point. The way people talk about the country, most likely those who've never been, you'd think every street was dusty and people were running for cover every time they step outside their door.
@@polepino Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
@@angelsoto1475 lol
@@polepino 😁
I transitioned to calisthenics so I can get a pump no matter where I go.
Mexico is at the top of my list to retire. And while I love CDMX I wouldn't choose it to retire, just as I wouldn't choose Bangkok. I love visiting cities but I would rather be by the water for day to day life.
I agree with you, the sea is a big reason why I make Phuket home base. Thank you for your comment
Please, go to another country, your people are making life more expensive in Mexico for Mexicans 😣
YOU GET A BETTER DEAL FOR YOUR DOLLARS IN PHILIPINES, THAILAND ,COSTA RICA OR ARGENTINASO PLEASE DONT COME TO MEXICO IS NOT SAFE FOR YOU AND NOW MORE THAT YOU WILL BE A WEALTHY PERSON IN A POOR COUNTRY YOU WILL BECOME A TARGET TO THE CARTELS
Been my lifelong dream to have one of those coconut drinks.
Mexico City is a rainforest and Los Angeles is a concrete jungle nuff said
This is a message from a mexican guy. If you want to come and live in México learn to speak spanish, get into mexican culture and talk with local people. Don't be like other arrogant americans that doesn't want to speak spanish and are rude with local people. And try to not gentrify.
How is work situation in Mexico city?
We would very much appreciate some information.
I am a nurse working in a hospital. I guess I could work anywhere.
My friend is a therapist. Can he work as a therapist for psychology in Mexico city?
Could you tell about healthcare system in Mexico?
We think about one year work and travel in Mexico. We can't afford to save up and just travel. We need to work.
Mexico is so amazing we started Spanish lessons recently.
aún con su diferencias,siempre he pensado que Thailandia y México son muy parecidos. grandes culturas, gastronomía,colores y contrastes.
Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
YOU GET A BETTER DEAL FOR YOUR DOLLARS IN PHILIPINES, THAILAND ,COSTA RICA OR ARGENTINASO PLEASE DONT COME TO MEXICO IS NOT SAFE FOR YOU AND NOW MORE THAT YOU WILL BE A WEALTHY PERSON IN A POOR COUNTRY YOU WILL BECOME A TARGET TO THE CARTELS
Love CDMX but more dangerous and def much more expensive
Kristofer, I agree. And the safety of Thailand has become a big reason to call it 'home' for me. It is nice to not have to worry about crime or random violence like we see in the U.S. and varying degrees in LATAM
😂 Chicago new York California exe exe more dangerous than mexico city
Ciudad de México en general es seguro,hay zonas inseguras como todo el mundo.
@@PhilipJames360 Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
YOU GET A BETTER DEAL FOR YOUR DOLLARS IN PHILIPINES, THAILAND ,COSTA RICA OR ARGENTINASO PLEASE DONT COME TO MEXICO IS NOT SAFE FOR YOU AND NOW MORE THAT YOU WILL BE A WEALTHY PERSON IN A POOR COUNTRY YOU WILL BECOME A TARGET TO THE CARTELS
Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
YOU GET A BETTER DEAL FOR YOUR DOLLARS IN PHILIPINES, THAILAND ,COSTA RICA OR ARGENTINASO PLEASE DONT COME TO MEXICO IS NOT SAFE FOR YOU AND NOW MORE THAT YOU WILL BE A WEALTHY PERSON IN A POOR COUNTRY YOU WILL BECOME A TARGET TO THE CARTELS
Condesa, Roma, Polanco isn't Mexico is a US, CANADIAN, etc, spot, people that can afford to live there, and have spoiled the place.
Immigrant life*
Ramon, the distiction between *immigrant and *expat/digital nomad maybe: "immigrants" flee their land for opportunity and to make income from the country they go to. Often, they cannot return to their home country, such as Chinese attempting to immigrate into the U.S. through Mexico. Often, China will not accept them return of the U.S. does not grant them a visa.
"Expats or digital nomads" leave their home country for "quality of life" or a unique experience that they cannot find in their country, but they can return anytime. They do not rely or need the new country for income. A form of extended tourism. The latter is the case for me.
@@PhilipJames360 yes, but the thing is, you come here because with your salary (or pension) in your country, you would be homeless or barely living on the minimum, while here you can live it up, making everything more expensive for Mexicans and displacing them.
LOL! How a person can try to compare Mexico and Thailand? COMPLETELY OPPOSITE DIFFERENT cultures !!! I lived in both of them for more than 1 year, i like both, but it's impossible and non-sense to compare eachother.
Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
IMMIGRANT LIFE you mean.
Leave them alone.
@@PrivateCookiesno estan gentricando las ciudades
@@PrivateCookies Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
Shhh, they feel special and different from us. Don't burst their bubble
La vida en la Ciudad de México: ¿es mejor que Tailandia? No, it's not. Don't come
YOU GET A BETTER DEAL FOR YOUR DOLLARS IN PHILIPINES, THAILAND ,COSTA RICA OR ARGENTINASO PLEASE DONT COME TO MEXICO IS NOT SAFE FOR YOU AND NOW MORE THAT YOU WILL BE A WEALTHY PERSON IN A POOR COUNTRY YOU WILL BECOME A TARGET TO THE CARTELS
These foreign people, only showing the nice parts of the city like roma, condesa and Polanco, the most gentrified neighbourhoods of all the country. But they never set foot outside those neighbourhoods 😹😹, because of course, insecurity is more present. You don't seem to be showing the real side of Mexico City... Like Iztapalapa, and others...
And of course, Mexico State (Estado de México) is the most forgotten part by foreigners, literally it amazes me how there is literally NO FOREIGNERS here, because Estado de México is indeed, the place you get to see in news, very dangerous at any hour, with horrific traffic, horrific public transport, horrific arquitecture and urbanization. But ofc, you wont be going to ugly places don't you?. Just wanted to tell you that this city has a huge breach of inequality
todas las ciudades en el mundo tienen sus lugares feos ,peligrosos y menos turísticos. si es que realmente eres "mexicano" deberías de estar contento que se muestre los lugares bonitos de México. te noto muy recentido,¿no serás sudamericano?
@@azrael3137 Soy del estado de México, entonces tienes que dejar de generalizar. El problema con la zona metropolitana es grave, y estoy harto de la desigualdad que se vive aquí. No, no estoy contento que se muestre solo las zonas bonitas porque dan una falsa idea de lo que es la ciudad. Cómo mexicano quiero hacer visible todo los problemas que tenemos para que se solucionen lo más pronto posible, porque la realidad es que ni más del 80% de la población vive en las condiciones de vida como en Roma, condesa y Polanco.
@@azrael3137 Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
YOU GET A BETTER DEAL FOR YOUR DOLLARS IN PHILIPINES, THAILAND ,COSTA RICA OR ARGENTINASO PLEASE DONT COME TO MEXICO IS NOT SAFE FOR YOU AND NOW MORE THAT YOU WILL BE A WEALTHY PERSON IN A POOR COUNTRY YOU WILL BECOME A TARGET TO THE CARTELS
thailand 100,000,000% no question
Exactly, go to Thailand, please, please go to Thailand
MEXICO 🇲🇽 IS BETTER NO QUESTIONS ASKED
Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
YOU GET A BETTER DEAL FOR YOUR DOLLARS IN PHILIPINES, THAILAND ,COSTA RICA OR ARGENTINASO PLEASE DONT COME TO MEXICO IS NOT SAFE FOR YOU AND NOW MORE THAT YOU WILL BE A WEALTHY PERSON IN A POOR COUNTRY YOU WILL BECOME A TARGET TO THE CARTELS
Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
Are you getting gentrified?
@@peanutnukle I think so🤔 but this is not the problem, the problem is that some retirees do not like the Mexican culture because we are very noisy, we party celebrating everything, and we really like loud music. I think some Mexican places are not for them due to this.
Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁
Thailand is better, please everyone go to Thailand, no more retirees in México.😁