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When were you there? It’s pretty amazing. I saw whales from the beach with no effort. Just unbelievably beautiful. But I do think the swimming in Mauritius is better…fewer sharks and big waves. 🤣

@@heathermarkel Roadtrip, started in Hell bourg walking some (steep) paths there, driving to the volcano. Beaches and snorkling might be better on Mauritius but Reunion is 50x more awesome. And the guided snorkling with the whales was a bit scary indeed.

@@minityperReunion is awesome. I agree!

@@ellenzucker6320 thanks for sharing this! I’m repeatedly stunned at how much better and less expensive healthcare is outside USA. So glad you’ve also had good experiences.

As an Australian l would be careful about visiting the United States, here their is Medicare and the NDIS but in the USA as I understand it their no free universal health coverage, especially if you don't have a lot of money. I would feel a little more confident going to the UK or Canada or France or even Israel, I think the concept of health coverage as a human right is practiced in a very limited way in the USA.

@ healthcare in the USA is frightening. Even if you have money, it’s hard to afford. You pay insurance companies so you can fight to get your coverage. Not a great experience.

Oh wow that’s a big one. And, I’m not surprised since we’re all taught that we shouldn’t do something like this before retirement age. I’m so glad you resolved it (though I’m curious how!) And congrats on 6 years of travel!

I only speak English at this time though. Hope that's not an issue

I agree! Everywhere you look is stunning.

Hi. I’m not sure about that! Perhaps you could look up some churches online and contact them directly. They might be able to help you. Or ask a church in France since Reunion is a French territory.

@@abhishekraman2787no. I have no idea.

@@heathermarkel If you have a plan for India travel, please let me know and I will help you.

@ that’s very kind

@@heathermarkel What percentage of French citizenship people are in Reunion Island?

@@davidfoster1252 so glad it was helpful!

Aren’t they wonderful places?! So glad you enjoyed them, too.

It’s tough there - first figure out if you want to stay more in the main center, near the bus station. Touristy, but more central for tours. Or, if you’re willing to drive up to 30 minutes (and you’ll have to get a taxi if you don’t have a car) you can stay in slightly less touristy areas, and not feel like you’re in the city center. The farther from the center, the less expensive the accommodation. I stayed at Ng Family’s Farm Stay. I had a small room and a table outside where I could eat. This blog post might be helpful heatherbegins.com/exploring-malaysias-cameron-highlands/

@@Peter-m5n7m so glad you enjoyed them!

@@ScottSilberman-ms1mi It was 2 years ago I think.

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@@thelifestyledigs thanks! It’s amazing how much less expensive medication is outside USA!

@@DebM88 hello! I’m from NY and I completely understand what you mean! You can admire Central Park because it’s beautiful, but you’re always aware you’re in a big city. In Buenos Aires I felt like I was in a different place. You can escape from the city and feel so relaxed. So wonderful!!!

@@JenniferLelliott you’re very welcome!

@@ExploreTayo it was delicious!

@@DayInParadise it’s just stunning!!!

@@sikdermdfaruk7791 thanks so much! Yes this really is a beautiful city. 😁

@@ExploreTayo I agree! Loved the botanical garden. The Japanese Garden is wonderful for sure.

@@ngoziokereke3561 I’d suggest looking at the line T bus stops and basing yourself in one of the cities like Saint Paul or St Pierre en.reunion.fr/organize/holiday-tips/questions-answers/transport-on-the-island/

@@ngoziokereke3561 it also depends what you want to do, how long you’re there, and season. When it’s hot on Reunion, people stay in higher altitudes as it’s cooler. When it’s cooler, the lower altitudes are warmer. If you plan to hike or get to the cirques out can be a long trip.

Thank you so much. This helps!

Yes, apologies! A previous viewer pointed that out. I thought the English translation for Castellano is Catalan. My bad. 😱

@@heathermarkel 😘

I agree!

I spend a decent amount of time in Europe and, though I agree with you about the price for many things - transportation is still a HUGE bargain, comparatively. Most Ubers I took were under $3 and that was for a fairly long ride. Also, I easily found decent AirBnB apartments for $30/night - no way to do that in most European capital cities. And, a lot of lodging has definitely skyrocketed in price. But food and coffee, I agree, much more expensive.

Claro! Ahora lo sabe. 🙏😳 Thank you!!

Yes. It’s beautiful and so much to do!

I did now. That’s horrible.

@@heathermarkel yeah, the President slashed all public service funding, so it was just a matter of time.

Also - I find it intriguing that they can change something like that in 5 minutes, whereas in US it takes months or years of approval. So, interesting piece of culture to delve into...

@@heathermarkel yeah, well he's slowly becoming a bit of a dictator.

@@ExploreTayo For some reason, I initially thought he sounded like he was trying to make good changes. Now I don't understand anything. :(

Thank you! I’ve been told that a lot and appreciate your comment. I still need the wine to chill out my nerves. 🤣 An off duty pilot sat next to me when I was much younger and explained each and every noise and change in feeling of the flight. His help was invaluable in my travels. You guys are wonderful. Thank you for helping us see the world!

De donde sos gato?Te dedicás a criticar a todos los extranjeros que nos visitan?

@@greenbelly2008 no, te equivocas blatodeo, no critico a los que nos visitan, critico a los que nos critican o denigran. espero que tengas la capacidad de comprender,.

@@oscarvalle94 denigran???

@@greenbelly2008 si, si no sabes el significado, culpa a tus oligofrénicos padres.

@@oscarvalle94 Que miserable debe ser tu vida.

I know! :( Miss you guys and hanging out there.

I wish I had known! The gate didn't beep for me, so I presumed it didn't work. :( But, I was so impressed - Argentina is the only country I've ever been to where I could use my subway card with a negative balance!! I understand you only get 2 rides like that, but that is amazing!

​@@heathermarkel actually...in Chicago (visiting) I was able to use my "ventra" card when my 7-day pass had already expired. Now when I go back and do another 7-day pass i like that it doesn't charge me extra for the negative balance. I think if I just loaded cash vs. specific pass, it would probably deduct it then.

@@gabrielort3531 interesting! I had never experienced this before. Nice to know there are other places that do this!

Yes! I mention that in my next video. And as a foreigner, I’ve tried to get some of the payment apps and couldn’t. We don’t have a DNI, I think that’s what it’s called?

@@heathermarkel yes, there should be a way though... I will ask

That would be great. Last time I tried to use Mercado Pago I couldn’t set up an account so had to do a complicated payment with a rapipago store.

@@heathermarkel I asked, it seems no way without an Argentinean id,( DNI). Rapipago u pay with credit card

Yup - same info I have. :( Thanks for checking! Very kind of you!

if it wasn’t clear, I started with a debit card that reimbursed me for all those high fees so I didn’t bring lots of dollars with me. I then lost that card. I almost used western Union but then a friend had extra USD so went to the cambio! So I got to try all the money methods out. 🤣

The honest answer is, it's complicated. Cash is preferred because they know they will get their money and don't have to wait. Dollars are acceptable as are pesos. The credit cards are not so great for them because of the fee they get charged, which is why they try to make some money off that - instead of charging 3-4% they will charge you at least 10% extra. They discount for payment in cash because it is preferred. When you use a card, they do make it a little tougher simply because they want cash. Does that help?

Most places in Buenos Aires accept debit/credit cards

Avec plaisir!