I like the steamed veggies. I don't think your rule always applies. I think that most beach food is very overpriced for quality, but if you look around, you never know what you'll find.
Thanks so much you two. Have traveled and lived in Mexico a lot. Street dogs would be a good one to discuss(in restaurants, just wandering around and their condition), emphasizing not being an ugly tourist and expecting menus/severs to speak English(have seen this a lot); knowing driving rules(not turning on a red light, MOTORCYCLES crazily coming in all directions, people passing on the right, tail gating, passing on blind curves!!!! Sounds of Mexico-roosters, barking dogs, church bells, fiestas happening anytime until very late at night). You’re both doing a great job. I really enjoy your channel. Not a fan of Puerto Vallarta because of all the tourists. Spend a lot of our time in Oaxaca. Am so glad your family is working out so well there…Thanks again. Look forward to the next one!
Thank you for the great comment :) I love all of your suggestions - we'll definitely be adding the ones we missed to our list. We would love to visit Oaxaca one day - we've heard nothing but good things.
@@Morelifediaries Oaxaca is fabulous! So much culture, art, great food, very friendly people. They speak 17 different indigenous languages. The history is rich!
Thank you and subscribed! We are going to Puerto Vallarta in January and I think you tips will be very useful, especially the pedestrian non-right of way, 😬. In addition to being helpful, you seem like nice people!
I moved from Mexico to Canada, and tipping here is also expected, and kind of more imposed, or that is how it feels to me. Also in Canada taxes are not included, what drives me crazy! In Mexico the price you see is the price you pay! Which is so convenient. Thank you for talking about pedestrians crossing the street, that is SO important!
Yes…i like you guys…you are both so cool and sweet…and i trust you because you are natural you are not faking things…line you are not just making things just so beautiful….you are saying your personal experience without any restrictions… Thank you for being honest and not just looking for subscribers and all the other fake things. Keep it this way and when people know this they will stick with you… Again thanks, Gracias Shukran 🙏🏻🙏🏻😍😍🙋🏻♂️
buen prevechio is what is high class to say when that akward moment you pass by a table when people are eating or taking a bite. It is a high class thing. Con permisso or permisso is what is said when you pass by/inbetween people talking on a sidewalk etc. instead of excuse me, the will respond proprio and make room. It is polite. Con permissio i is like may I pass please. Rather than just boulder on through them.
My wife and I are planning to relocate to Mexico and PV is high on our list. This video is very helpful and I look forward to seeing your other videos.
a good tip if you go in the summer and rainy season: bring the biggest umbrella you can and the tallest water proof boots you can find, becasue the streets will get flooded a lot, the rain here is not just rain, is a monsun.
My story i was in Zipolite 2 weeks ago and used a Mexican ATM , hit decline conversion and got my pesos , went to same ATM 2 days later and hit decline conversion and the machine declined my transaction 2 times in a row, tried diff bank card i had and same result ATM declined my request, went to two other machines in town and did not give me money . Declined my requests on two diff bank cards. Got a taxi went 8km to next town and went to ATM in town square at Puerto Angel but it was ATM Santander (bank name) Hit decline conversion and the machine gave me money no issues. Went back to Zipolite to original. Machine hit Accept conversion this time paid a huge 10% adder fee and got my pesos. Next trip take 15000 more pesos from Canada before i go to Mexico
@@Tattoo2021 living there declining saved me over 1.5 usd a year in just conversion rate difference in what the bank gives vs my home bank gives. It began about 2017. A law was passed that the atm owner had ask for a conversion rate that was not the full rate at the time. So they all put the decline down on the lower left after having all the other buttons on pushes on the right. Hoping the user would not see the lower left or trust it. Trust it.
4:21 Loving the information. Ive noticed in some videos that I've watched, where someone is driving and approaching a cross street that doesn't (at least to me) have any stop signs, like the cars just barrel through without looking to see if someone is coming across. Have you noticed this? Are there stop signs that are just not like the stop signs we would see in the US, and that's what I'm not noticing?
Thanks 😊 there are sometimes stop signs but they are just a “suggestion” here. Typically you’ll see rolling stops or non at all. Even as a driver at a 4 way stop you need to slowly drive up and make sure everyone is stopped before continuing - never assume people will stop. Pedestrians typically wait until there are no cars around to cross or until a car slows/stops and waves them through.
@Morelifediaries Thank you! I've only visited QRO (which was amazing, by the way). When out walking around Cenro one day, I just crossed at the middle of a street and not an intersection. Later I thought maybe that was something that could get me stopped by the police (jaywalking). Do you know if that is against the law? Is there a place where foreigners can view the laws for a particular state and city in Mexico, so we know what to do and not to do?
I don't think Jaywalking is agains't the law here. I see more people doing it than actually walking at the green light. There's also no official "walking" light like we're used to. On our main road here there is even paved paths on the island between both directions for people to stand comfortable as they cross.
I notice you speak about what restaurants to stay away from when you see rice and veggie medley but, my question is what do they serve as the sides when you find a great food place? Loved this informative video. Thanks
Thank you! Great video! I've seen other videos but yours really engage your viewers by taking your time to explain and not rush. It makes it more personable. Well, I plan to in PV in September 2024. It will be my first. I am excited, a bit nervous, but overall I'm looking forward to it. What is the weather like in September? Thanks.
Agreed 100%. I tend to tip heavy handed when it comes to Uber rides. The drivers really don't make much - and I've always have great service when it comes to Uber in PV. Plus I've done Uber Eats in the states - and it sucks when people don't tip.
Will be there on a Christmas cruise, on the 26th. What restaurant or taco stand do you recommend that's not on the main port area. As you mentioned in the video, I would like to try something away from all the tourist. Thank you.
If you want to be away from tourist I would Say Abulon in Versalles - that's our favourite. Pepe's Tacos is always good and close to playa Camarones and the Malecon if you want to be in that area.
Good video. I did not know that the scammers were on the Malecon as well. The one with vegetables and rice, is something I always as if its' included, depending on what I'm ordering, or the little mom and pop places we go to, there is not additional upcharge on that, but good to know. The other topics you can consider are: trash, smell in the streets, and dogs and cats in restaurants. Thanks for another great video!
Can you suggest the best way to convert to pesos ? Should we do in the states or in PV? Use a bank, teller or at airport ? Thank you and great video and tips. Great vibes 🫶
Love your videos. Im going to conchas chinas June 1st ,We rent a vrbo out there. How can i have internet out there? I have at&t in Usa but it never works good out there , unless i use wifi from hotel or restaurants. Do do you use a prepaid phone? thanks in advance . Muchas gracias
I tip everyone in Mexico. They deserve it for working so hard, and are always so appreciative. 😊 Always tip the housekeepers too. I leave them 3-5 bucks a day. Spot on with the bowl shaped gringo rice. 😟
Hello, it all depends on what you plan to do! I wouldn’t bother bringing too much cash, you can access it from ATM’s if you ever run out! Maybe like $500!?!?!?
Great tips. I was laughing when you talked about tips. When I was a teen, I worked in Puerto Vallarta with tourists. Our worse time was when the Canadians arrived. We knew them for being not very good tippers specially the French Canadians. We couldn't wait for the Americans to arrive. LMAO!
Canadian here and we tip 20% as a rule. Are you sure you can tell the difference between Canadians who are not French- Canadians and People from the USA? I know it’s hard to tell most of the time. Or are Americans tipping more than 15-20%? I am just curious. I was surprised to hear this. I thought it was just the French-Canadians who had that bad reputation for not tipping. But maybe it’s just a case of being mistaken for Americans and people think the French-Canadians are the Canadians. How embarrassing. I don’t know anyone who tips less than 15% but most tip 20%. The French Canadians do not represent all Canadians.
I'm french canadian (Marc) and I'm hurt by this...just joking lol You'll come to find out that people will be mad at you for tipping too little or too much. It's best to tip what you can afford. On a side note I do find the tipping culture to be extremely exaggerated in North America in general where people are now expected to tip 20% for microwave sandwich and takeout coffee at Starbucks. In most of the world tipping is 10% or less.
Thank for watching 😊How much does a Mexican usually tip? We’ve asked/read that it was 10-20% for a restaurant. Maybe a little less for a street taco stand. At the end of the day as mentioned people should tip what they can/want 🤙🏼
@@Morelifediaries Mexicans often do not tip. Which is why workers get into the better tourist places. I do not like tiping either. And yes, the minimum wage has went waay up in the last 3 or 4 years. But so has everything else. Manners matter. As you know.
We had a good story abt the time share sales and got the pirate ship at very low cost and a free trip. We got a lovely breakfast with the sales man from cdmx and he is super nice no presure. And the breakfast with beautiful ocean view is very impressive. I think once we got told its a time share sales and we agreed to do it, it's not a so called Scam.
Couple questions, I like to wear kind of a lot of jewelry and I see you had a chain but tucked. Is that for safety, is it safe to wear it? And I hear bringing $2 bills for tips is a thing, did you see this at all?
Hola, I prefer to wear it tucked in but not for safety reasons. My concern with a lot of jewelry wouldn't necessarily be walking around the daytime but more so at night or if you have a cleaning lady. Regarding $2 bills people would prefer receiving pesos($20-$30 pesos) vs. USD. It'll save them a trip to the bank or the money exchange where the rate will not favour them.
30+ years ago we (mostly me..) fell for the time-share "free cruise" offer. It was an intense 3 hour sales pitch which wasted a precious day of our trip. My wife reminds me of that excruciating mistake to this day! Do yourselve a favour and walk on by.
Hahaha oh god!!! 25 years ago my mom went to some sort of timeshare presentation and got a beautifully handmade Mexican style blanket that we still use to this day. I guess sometimes they’re worth it 😂
I liked what you said about watching what Mexicans are doing. I would personally apply that to traffic/crossing the street, especially since so many intersections are less… formal. Taxis are supposed to be charging by “zone” so 80 min is typically for a local trip. We’ve found it pretty consistent, so if it’s a different price then you’re definitely getting the tourist inflation. I have no idea why people don’t come with pesos, you literally end up spending more! And 💯 yes, learn some Spanish. Nothing is more embarrassing than watching Americans insist on just speaking English wherever they go. Greeting folks on the street is so important!
I’d say watching what Mexicans do is the #1 survival rule in general lol Also a good rule we stick by is if a restaurant is not occupied by at least 80% Mexicans we don’t eat there.
The best tip I learned was when approached by vendors rather than saying No Gracias just discretely waggle your fore finger and they'll leave you alone, it's what the locals would do it works all over Mexico
Thank you :) Good tip to add. If you you slightly lift the back of your hand up it also means you're not interested (Not in a I'm going to backhand slap you way lol)
My thought is that you shouldn’t, they are literally setting the price they want! I would say tip if they’re going above and beyond what was negotiated like extra stops, helping with luggage, etc.
The airport has no where basically to wait for other people coming on other flights .. a private lounge. No where. Walk across the sky bridge to the other side to order your uber. Order it there on the other side . Taxi wanted 300 pesos , I paid 90 Mx , with uber for same ride .
On the cars having the right of way thing, we get spoiled in the u.s. and canada. In most of the world pedestrians do NOT have the right of way. In fact, if you're a pedestrian and get hit by a car and cause it damage, YOU are liable and will be responsible for any damage to the car. Even if you're laid up in the hospital.
With this being absolutely correct... Mexican drivers are most likely to stop to allow pedestrians to cross. Many European and countries in Asia the drivers are much more aggressive.
You guys are so adorable🥰 and I Love your videos! Keep up the good work on getting information out, it’s very inspiring and informative. #myretirementjourney
they are no courtesy regarding people crossing the streets, there is no painted zone to cross, cars are coming fast and don't seem they would slow down a bit to let you pass on, luckily most streets are paved and they can't go that fast there... i have seen older people trying to run with there cane to cross the street, and yes once you feel you have cross the street watch outt for bikes and if in construction like now ribbars sticking out of the side sidewalk, no rails on stairs, watch your steps!!! you could hurt yourself in many ways , just be alert when walking. i am not very impressed with the service and hospitality so far( i don't speak spanish and it does not help for sure) exept from a few vendor smile, as for quality of the food, you must love tacos(which i do), i haven't been sick so that's positive but got really scared at seing a place where they sale fresh fish, really stink and the fish had dryied eyes, but i don't know the best place.you can find the fish....nice fruit veggie market in el centro but haven't seen any in other area.....just taco stands, if you need to shop , la comer next to costco is probably the best around, they do know how to make good coffee in mexico, i had delicious cappucino and mochas served with complimentary pastries(La comer). if you can stay in el centro for few days you would get the best of it , i don't find the rest of the city attractive at all unless you know locals and they take you with you....
If you plan on staying in town no! Car rental companies charge and arm and a leg and taking Ubers around is VERY easy and affordable. If you plan on heading out of town for day trips having a car definitely gives you more flexibility to go where you want with ease.
This is coming from a Mexican citizen who often pays for taxis, never tip, if the driver asks for a tip it's because you look like a turist and they want to take advantage of you. The taxi fares are often too pricey for what they offer, so they do not need any extra money. Plus they behave like a mafia, being aggresive towards UBER drivers trying to eliminate any competition, so no, don't tip them. Unless you are making them stop mid route, then you will have to pay extra. Depending on how long your trip is i'd say fares should be around the 60-80 pesos range, 150 on the top end, and if you are going to a small town outside the city it will be up to the driver.
Thanks for sharing! We drive so we rarely need to use them and why we had questions regarding tipping someone who is literally naming their price 🤷🏻♂️
To be clear you are supposed to return the cart to the store if there aren't any designated areas in the parking lot. People often don't because they are lazy and uneducated, the employees take care of this problem but im sure it's not in the store policies that you can just leave it wherever you want. Also tip the guys retrieving the carts, they are often paid very low or not at all!
Tbh they should put signs because that ain’t happening! I’ve yet to see a single person return a cart to the store at Costco - Mexican, American, Canadian, anyone lol
On the subject of language I have to bite my tongue when some tourists complain or say why don’t they speak English. So ignorant and drives me crazy. How lazy are you that you can’t even try to learn 50 words or phrases of the country you’re visiting not to mention it’s a lot of fun butchering words and learning and laughing with the locals.
Tip on tipping 10-20%… completely way too much in my opinion.… that is what many refer to as a tourist tip. Prices in PV are already heavily inflated for USD and CAN tourists/expats… so tipping less than 10% is ok… they won’t be happy but you are not required to tip anymore… for example… filling up gas for your car at a gas station ($1,300MXN - tip $20 good enough) … Airport luggage handlers tip $20-50 depending on how many bags and how far… Food servers base it off the actual service (service tends to be bad in PV). Prices in PV do not reflect Mexican prices… I have negotiated Gardner down 50% from original ask because prices are inflated.
I think the importance is typing a appropriate % within an appropriate range is most important. Feedback from Mexicans is when people tip 20+% is makes it so they receive bad service as the custom is 10% here
@@Morelifediaries Because they often do not tip. And cause the entire staff to wait on them like they are the royalty of some nation. I made the mistake of taking canadians to a friends restaurant. One, who I wished had not come, turned to the server and yelled her english at him loud. She turned to us right in front of him and said, you have to do that so they understand. Then turned to him and did it again. The server, a friend of mine just looked at me like WTF? And went on about his duties. I told this person he graduated from UCLA chef school and speaks perfect English. She refused to believe me. It's that type of arrogance that causes the reputation. It is often and often. Another friend when I told her the above joke she began making sure that for a large group there was a minimum of 15% and verbally abused her canadian mates in to 20 or more. Especially if they worked the server crew to death. I still hear her daying, "buckle up butter cup and get out your wallets, that is not enough, and I for one don't want the reputation". Then she told the above joke. Many just got mad. Really that extra dollar for the customer is nothing and the extra dollar from an entire days work mean everything to the server. I was in an east Indian restaurant and my friend the manager was the only one serving tables. He was working his ass off while being polite. I overheard a table of canadians saying they were going to talk the bill down and this was before they had their food. When the time came they tied up my friend and it was disrespectful to others waiting for food etc.. They refused to pay. I walked over and said. I hear you. You ate this food, then complained it was no good when it is considered the best indian restaurant in the area. I heard you. Now pay up in full with a 20% tip of I will call the police. Defrauding an inkeeper in Mexico is jail time just like everywhere else. You think this meal is expensive now, wait until you pay your way out of your jail time. All 4 of you. They paid. My manager friend thankned me and said I didn't know you could do that. I told it is his restaurant, he can do whatever he wants. This is just one of many, taxi cabs, no tipping on guided tours the tip is the only income for the guide. One friend took her guide bus on an entire day outing and they did not tip her one dime. She worked for free that day. People argue tha they should blah blah blah. Do you really think if they could they would no thave already? It is what it is and respect the ways in Mexico. So much of it is lack of common courtesy and respect at least I would give to anyone.
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I like the steamed veggies. I don't think your rule always applies. I think that most beach food is very overpriced for quality, but if you look around, you never know what you'll find.
We’ve definitely found a lot of hidden gems. Just takes walking a few blocks from the playa 🤙🏼
Thanks!
Thank you 🙏🏼
Thanks so much you two. Have traveled and lived in Mexico a lot. Street dogs would be a good one to discuss(in restaurants, just wandering around and their condition), emphasizing not being an ugly tourist and expecting menus/severs to speak English(have seen this a lot); knowing driving rules(not turning on a red light, MOTORCYCLES crazily coming in all directions, people passing on the right, tail gating, passing on blind curves!!!! Sounds of Mexico-roosters, barking dogs, church bells, fiestas happening anytime until very late at night). You’re both doing a great job. I really enjoy your channel. Not a fan of Puerto Vallarta because of all the tourists. Spend a lot of our time in Oaxaca. Am so glad your family is working out so well there…Thanks again. Look forward to the next one!
Thank you for the great comment :) I love all of your suggestions - we'll definitely be adding the ones we missed to our list. We would love to visit Oaxaca one day - we've heard nothing but good things.
@@Morelifediaries Oaxaca is fabulous! So much culture, art, great food, very friendly people. They speak 17 different indigenous languages. The history is rich!
You guys are so funny cute. I'm a first-timer with you. Although I've been to PV and other towns a few times I'll keep watching.
Welcome! We're glad you're joining us :)
Thank you and subscribed! We are going to Puerto Vallarta in January and I think you tips will be very useful, especially the pedestrian non-right of way, 😬. In addition to being helpful, you seem like nice people!
We're glad you're enjoying the videos! It's the little thins that are usually the most helpful lol , so we hope it helps!
I moved from Mexico to Canada, and tipping here is also expected, and kind of more imposed, or that is how it feels to me. Also in Canada taxes are not included, what drives me crazy! In Mexico the price you see is the price you pay! Which is so convenient. Thank you for talking about pedestrians crossing the street, that is SO important!
Honestly the taxes not being including is SO ANNOYING 😡
Thanks from a couple going to visit MAR 2024 from Canada …pacific side great videos to watch and learn
Thank you for watching fellow Canadians and have a great time 😊
Yes…i like you guys…you are both so cool and sweet…and i trust you because you are natural you are not faking things…line you are not just making things just so beautiful….you are saying your personal experience without any restrictions…
Thank you for being honest and not just looking for subscribers and all the other fake things.
Keep it this way and when people know this they will stick with you…
Again thanks, Gracias Shukran 🙏🏻🙏🏻😍😍🙋🏻♂️
Thank you so much for your wonderful msg. We're honestly just looking to be transparent about our experience and make fun episodes :)
Thank you! Love the chill vibes, appreciate the tippppppps
Thanks 😊
buen prevechio is what is high class to say when that akward moment you pass by a table when people are eating or taking a bite. It is a high class thing. Con permisso or permisso is what is said when you pass by/inbetween people talking on a sidewalk etc. instead of excuse me, the will respond proprio and make room. It is polite. Con permissio i is like may I pass please. Rather than just boulder on through them.
Great tip! That is so helpful to know and it's always well received!
My wife and I are planning to relocate to Mexico and PV is high on our list. This video is very helpful and I look forward to seeing your other videos.
That’s great to hear! Thank you so much for watching 😊
@Morelifediaries Now, I'm watching "6 Things We've Learnt Living in Mexico"
Enjoy :)
a good tip if you go in the summer and rainy season: bring the biggest umbrella you can and the tallest water proof boots you can find, becasue the streets will get flooded a lot, the rain here is not just rain, is a monsun.
Good tip! Even umbrellas are useless in this kind of rain lol
If you decline the conversion it usually gives you a better rate after declining
Yes I’ve made the mistake of not declining and it was a costly mistake $$$
My story i was in Zipolite 2 weeks ago and used a Mexican ATM , hit decline conversion and got my pesos , went to same ATM 2 days later and hit decline conversion and the machine declined my transaction 2 times in a row, tried diff bank card i had and same result ATM declined my request, went to two other machines in town and did not give me money . Declined my requests on two diff bank cards. Got a taxi went 8km to next town and went to ATM in town square at Puerto Angel but it was ATM Santander (bank name) Hit decline conversion and the machine gave me money no issues. Went back to Zipolite to original. Machine hit Accept conversion this time paid a huge 10% adder fee and got my pesos. Next trip take 15000 more pesos from Canada before i go to Mexico
@@Tattoo2021 living there declining saved me over 1.5 usd a year in just conversion rate difference in what the bank gives vs my home bank gives. It began about 2017. A law was passed that the atm owner had ask for a conversion rate that was not the full rate at the time. So they all put the decline down on the lower left after having all the other buttons on pushes on the right. Hoping the user would not see the lower left or trust it. Trust it.
This couple is on point, we love people like this in mexico
Thank you so much :)
mexico they eat the ocean water why do you do what
so true about time share. had a bad experience but you have 24 hour's to opt out if you sign up for it.Read the fine print before signing
Lol always!
I agree with all of these but thanks for the reminders
Thanks 😊
This was a really good video. The shopping cart thing I can relate to. I'm glad they are more civilized about it in Mexico. Great job you guys.
They definitely are. It used to drive me crazy when people did it back home 😠
Great tips. My wife and I are looking forward to coming on the 17th. Can't wait 😊
Thank you 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
4:21 Loving the information. Ive noticed in some videos that I've watched, where someone is driving and approaching a cross street that doesn't (at least to me) have any stop signs, like the cars just barrel through without looking to see if someone is coming across. Have you noticed this? Are there stop signs that are just not like the stop signs we would see in the US, and that's what I'm not noticing?
Thanks 😊 there are sometimes stop signs but they are just a “suggestion” here. Typically you’ll see rolling stops or non at all. Even as a driver at a 4 way stop you need to slowly drive up and make sure everyone is stopped before continuing - never assume people will stop. Pedestrians typically wait until there are no cars around to cross or until a car slows/stops and waves them through.
@Morelifediaries Thank you! I've only visited QRO (which was amazing, by the way). When out walking around Cenro one day, I just crossed at the middle of a street and not an intersection. Later I thought maybe that was something that could get me stopped by the police (jaywalking). Do you know if that is against the law? Is there a place where foreigners can view the laws for a particular state and city in Mexico, so we know what to do and not to do?
I don't think Jaywalking is agains't the law here. I see more people doing it than actually walking at the green light. There's also no official "walking" light like we're used to. On our main road here there is even paved paths on the island between both directions for people to stand comfortable as they cross.
Its always cute to hear the new guys take on things!
Thank you so much :)
I notice you speak about what restaurants to stay away from when you see rice and veggie medley but, my question is what do they serve as the sides when you find a great food place? Loved this informative video. Thanks
Anything with seasoning lol Thanks for watching :)
Thank you! Great video! I've seen other videos but yours really engage your viewers by taking your time to explain and not rush. It makes it more personable. Well, I plan to in PV in September 2024. It will be my first. I am excited, a bit nervous, but overall I'm looking forward to it. What is the weather like in September? Thanks.
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed the video. Don't be nervous it's great here. Weather will be Hot and humid.
Agreed 100%. I tend to tip heavy handed when it comes to Uber rides. The drivers really don't make much - and I've always have great service when it comes to Uber in PV. Plus I've done Uber Eats in the states - and it sucks when people don't tip.
Absolutely 💯
Great channel & content, editing, you two. I'm heading down asap to look at neighborhoods, THANKS!... 🎉
Thank you 😊
You are appreciated. Thank you.
Thank you so much
Will be there on a Christmas cruise, on the 26th. What restaurant or taco stand do you recommend that's not on the main port area. As you mentioned in the video, I would like to try something away from all the tourist. Thank you.
If you want to be away from tourist I would Say Abulon in Versalles - that's our favourite. Pepe's Tacos is always good and close to playa Camarones and the Malecon if you want to be in that area.
You guys seem fun. Can’t wait to move there this summer!
Thanks :)
Thanks for the tips, we are going to moving there in the spring 😊
Thanks for watching 😊 good luck with your move
Good video. I did not know that the scammers were on the Malecon as well. The one with vegetables and rice, is something I always as if its' included, depending on what I'm ordering, or the little mom and pop places we go to, there is not additional upcharge on that, but good to know. The other topics you can consider are: trash, smell in the streets, and dogs and cats in restaurants. Thanks for another great video!
Thanks Mario :) Good tips to add to our list!
Thanks for the information regarding tips. Regarding restaraunts, have you ever been to Pipi's?
Thank you 😊 Pepe’s!!! Yes many many times lol including in our first PV video
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No not Pepes, LOL. Pipis. at C. Guadalupe Sánchez 804, Centro. One street south of Calle Allende.
No lol just googled it looks great 😊
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Merci :)
Thank you for your information.
Glad it was helpful 😊
Can you suggest the best way to convert to pesos ? Should we do in the states or in PV? Use a bank, teller or at airport ? Thank you and great video and tips. Great vibes 🫶
Bank teller using credit card. There are some banks that have pretty cheap rates as low as $30 mxn per transaction
Taxi rides are in zones decided by the city law. Tips are important. Learn it. Zones are posted on sheets in the cab. Update yourself.
Good to know!
Love to content! Much love from Belize.
Awesome! Thank you! 😊
Great video, headed there in a couple of days, great tips!
Hope you enjoy it :)
Thanks so much for the tips.
Thanks for watching 😊
Love your videos. Im going to conchas chinas June 1st ,We rent a vrbo out there. How can i have internet out there? I have at&t in Usa but it never works good out there , unless i use wifi from hotel or restaurants. Do do you use a prepaid phone? thanks in advance . Muchas gracias
Get a TELCEL SIM card from the oxxo outside of the airport and load up a few hundred pesos (they have different plans)
@@Morelifediaries awesome , thank you for the info ☺️
Great tips guys! Thanks.
Thank you 🤙🏼
I tip everyone in Mexico. They deserve it for working so hard, and are always so appreciative. 😊 Always tip the housekeepers too. I leave them 3-5 bucks a day. Spot on with the bowl shaped gringo rice. 😟
Thanks for sharing :) Bowl shaped rice = overpriced lol
Great video….very informative…fyi your wife is a sweetheart u lucky man
Thanks 👍
Thank you for your videos..How much cash should I bring to PV for a family a four? Staying at an all inclusive..
Hello, it all depends on what you plan to do! I wouldn’t bother bringing too much cash, you can access it from ATM’s if you ever run out! Maybe like $500!?!?!?
Great tips. I was laughing when you talked about tips. When I was a teen, I worked in Puerto Vallarta with tourists. Our worse time was when the Canadians arrived. We knew them for being not very good tippers specially the French Canadians. We couldn't wait for the Americans to arrive. LMAO!
By the looks of many Facebook comments on PV groups it looks like not much has changed 😂
Canadian here and we tip 20% as a rule.
Are you sure you can tell the difference between Canadians who are not French- Canadians and People from the USA? I know it’s hard to tell most of the time. Or are Americans tipping more than 15-20%? I am just curious. I was surprised to hear this. I thought it was just the French-Canadians who had that bad reputation for not tipping. But maybe it’s just a case of being mistaken for Americans and people think the French-Canadians are the Canadians. How embarrassing. I don’t know anyone who tips less than 15% but most tip 20%. The French Canadians do not represent all Canadians.
Maybe that is the reason I do not like to tip...HAHAHA, I'm Mexican myself.
I'm french canadian (Marc) and I'm hurt by this...just joking lol You'll come to find out that people will be mad at you for tipping too little or too much. It's best to tip what you can afford.
On a side note I do find the tipping culture to be extremely exaggerated in North America in general where people are now expected to tip 20% for microwave sandwich and takeout coffee at Starbucks. In most of the world tipping is 10% or less.
@@Morelifediaries I agree! It’s gotten out of hand. Really ridiculous.
Seriez-vous par hasard du Québec? Sinon, vous avez un accent francophone.
My tip for Americans and Canadians is not to tip much, because when us Mexicans go to the restaurants, they expect us to tip just as much.
Thank for watching 😊How much does a Mexican usually tip? We’ve asked/read that it was 10-20% for a restaurant. Maybe a little less for a street taco stand. At the end of the day as mentioned people should tip what they can/want 🤙🏼
Agreed...what is the standard for locals?
@@Morelifediaries Mexicans often do not tip. Which is why workers get into the better tourist places. I do not like tiping either. And yes, the minimum wage has went waay up in the last 3 or 4 years. But so has everything else. Manners matter. As you know.
We had a good story abt the time share sales and got the pirate ship at very low cost and a free trip. We got a lovely breakfast with the sales man from cdmx and he is super nice no presure. And the breakfast with beautiful ocean view is very impressive. I think once we got told its a time share sales and we agreed to do it, it's not a so called Scam.
That's a good story - you are one of the few that have one regarding Timeshare presentations unless, of course, you want to buy a timeshare.
@@Morelifediaries But we did have bad experience with agressive sales in los cabos.lol
I would like to see the Cart Narc in Mexico! hahaha!
Lol the funny thing is I was going to post a clip of him but decided not too. That’s too funny
Do you tip cab drivers?
We don’t often take cabs but I would say no unless they do anything extra (extra stops, helps with luggage, etc)
Love your videos!
Thank you :)
Couple questions, I like to wear kind of a lot of jewelry and I see you had a chain but tucked. Is that for safety, is it safe to wear it? And I hear bringing $2 bills for tips is a thing, did you see this at all?
Hola, I prefer to wear it tucked in but not for safety reasons. My concern with a lot of jewelry wouldn't necessarily be walking around the daytime but more so at night or if you have a cleaning lady. Regarding $2 bills people would prefer receiving pesos($20-$30 pesos) vs. USD. It'll save them a trip to the bank or the money exchange where the rate will not favour them.
Super helpful! ❤
Thanks :)
Stop signs, traffic signals are only a suggestion ! Watch for motor cycles coming between cars .
Definitely lol
30+ years ago we (mostly me..) fell for the time-share "free cruise" offer. It was an intense 3 hour sales pitch which wasted a precious day of our trip. My wife reminds me of that excruciating mistake to this day! Do yourselve a favour and walk on by.
Hahaha oh god!!! 25 years ago my mom went to some sort of timeshare presentation and got a beautifully handmade Mexican style blanket that we still use to this day. I guess sometimes they’re worth it 😂
I liked what you said about watching what Mexicans are doing. I would personally apply that to traffic/crossing the street, especially since so many intersections are less… formal. Taxis are supposed to be charging by “zone” so 80 min is typically for a local trip. We’ve found it pretty consistent, so if it’s a different price then you’re definitely getting the tourist inflation. I have no idea why people don’t come with pesos, you literally end up spending more! And 💯 yes, learn some Spanish. Nothing is more embarrassing than watching Americans insist on just speaking English wherever they go. Greeting folks on the street is so important!
I’d say watching what Mexicans do is the #1 survival rule in general lol Also a good rule we stick by is if a restaurant is not occupied by at least 80% Mexicans we don’t eat there.
so, what happens when you decline the conversion?
The exchange rate will be from your own bank vs. The ATM bank which is typically not in your favour!
Can you explain the airport taxis…apparently you can walk a bit off the airport and get a cheaper ride to where you’re going…true or false?
Yes once you get out of the airport and turn left you can cross a bridge and get a cheap taxi or Uber from the other side of the road.
Coming in march 11th …staying at petit hôtel pilitas…will definitely follow your recommendations. Thx
The best tip I learned was when approached by vendors rather than saying No Gracias just discretely waggle your fore finger and they'll leave you alone, it's what the locals would do it works all over Mexico
Thank you :) Good tip to add. If you you slightly lift the back of your hand up it also means you're not interested (Not in a I'm going to backhand slap you way lol)
That seems kind of rude to me, I think a smile and a no gracias seems a little more polite. But that’s just my personal opinion.
Politeness is always 🔑
Does one tip a taxi driver over and above the negotiated price?
My thought is that you shouldn’t, they are literally setting the price they want! I would say tip if they’re going above and beyond what was negotiated like extra stops, helping with luggage, etc.
Taxis are not negotiable. Fares are based on zones.
City bank banamex has the best rates
Thanks for sharing I'll check them out!
The airport has no where basically to wait for other people coming on other flights .. a private lounge. No where. Walk across the sky bridge to the other side to order your uber. Order it there on the other side . Taxi wanted 300 pesos , I paid 90 Mx , with uber for same ride .
Great tip! We covered in in a more recent video 😎
Great tip!
Do you guys live there? How can I leave my dreadful job. And move to Mexico and be happy and still afford to live comfortably.
Yes we live here! Plan and execute 😎
On the cars having the right of way thing, we get spoiled in the u.s. and canada. In most of the world pedestrians do NOT have the right of way. In fact, if you're a pedestrian and get hit by a car and cause it damage, YOU are liable and will be responsible for any damage to the car. Even if you're laid up in the hospital.
Thanks right! We see a lot of foreigners trying to cross assuming the cars will stop.
With this being absolutely correct... Mexican drivers are most likely to stop to allow pedestrians to cross. Many European and countries in Asia the drivers are much more aggressive.
You guys are so adorable🥰 and I Love your videos! Keep up the good work on getting information out, it’s very inspiring and informative. #myretirementjourney
Thank you 😊
Hair color in a package. It was a running joke to see what color you actually got when applied.
Never heard of that lol
they are no courtesy regarding people crossing the streets, there is no painted zone to cross, cars are coming fast and don't seem they would slow down a bit to let you pass on, luckily most streets are paved and they can't go that fast there... i have seen older people trying to run with there cane to cross the street, and yes once you feel you have cross the street watch outt for bikes and if in construction like now ribbars sticking out of the side sidewalk, no rails on stairs, watch your steps!!! you could hurt yourself in many ways , just be alert when walking.
i am not very impressed with the service and hospitality so far( i don't speak spanish and it does not help for sure) exept from a few vendor smile, as for quality of the food, you must love tacos(which i do), i haven't been sick so that's positive but got really scared at seing a place where they sale fresh fish, really stink and the fish had dryied eyes, but i don't know the best place.you can find the fish....nice fruit veggie market in el centro but haven't seen any in other area.....just taco stands, if you need to shop , la comer next to costco is probably the best around, they do know how to make good coffee in mexico, i had delicious cappucino and mochas served with complimentary pastries(La comer).
if you can stay in el centro for few days you would get the best of it , i don't find the rest of the city attractive at all unless you know locals and they take you with you....
DO YOU RECOMMEND RENTING A CAR ?
If you plan on staying in town no! Car rental companies charge and arm and a leg and taking Ubers around is VERY easy and affordable. If you plan on heading out of town for day trips having a car definitely gives you more flexibility to go where you want with ease.
This is coming from a Mexican citizen who often pays for taxis, never tip, if the driver asks for a tip it's because you look like a turist and they want to take advantage of you. The taxi fares are often too pricey for what they offer, so they do not need any extra money. Plus they behave like a mafia, being aggresive towards UBER drivers trying to eliminate any competition, so no, don't tip them. Unless you are making them stop mid route, then you will have to pay extra. Depending on how long your trip is i'd say fares should be around the 60-80 pesos range, 150 on the top end, and if you are going to a small town outside the city it will be up to the driver.
Thanks for sharing! We drive so we rarely need to use them and why we had questions regarding tipping someone who is literally naming their price 🤷🏻♂️
you don't ask a stranger in restaurant or on the street como esta? It is too personal. Only buenos dias or tardes.
Yes!!!! I think that's in every language lol
To be clear you are supposed to return the cart to the store if there aren't any designated areas in the parking lot. People often don't because they are lazy and uneducated, the employees take care of this problem but im sure it's not in the store policies that you can just leave it wherever you want. Also tip the guys retrieving the carts, they are often paid very low or not at all!
Tbh they should put signs because that ain’t happening! I’ve yet to see a single person return a cart to the store at Costco - Mexican, American, Canadian, anyone lol
On the subject of language I have to bite my tongue when some tourists complain or say why don’t they speak English. So ignorant and drives me crazy. How lazy are you that you can’t even try to learn 50 words or phrases of the country you’re visiting not to mention it’s a lot of fun butchering words and learning and laughing with the locals.
I agree - it doesn't even have to be any complex words or sentences. I think learning a few basic words can go a long way and is overall respectful.
Tip on tipping 10-20%… completely way too much in my opinion.… that is what many refer to as a tourist tip. Prices in PV are already heavily inflated for USD and CAN tourists/expats… so tipping less than 10% is ok… they won’t be happy but you are not required to tip anymore… for example… filling up gas for your car at a gas station ($1,300MXN - tip $20 good enough) … Airport luggage handlers tip $20-50 depending on how many bags and how far… Food servers base it off the actual service (service tends to be bad in PV). Prices in PV do not reflect Mexican prices… I have negotiated Gardner down 50% from original ask because prices are inflated.
Thanks for sharing Roberto...We agree!!!
If u have your head down looking at your phone you are a target for criminals.
Yes!!! If you're unaware of your surroundings in general you could be a target!
@@Morelifediarieswhat kind of crime happens there? theft, robbery?
one dollar/20 pesos? That is why they hate us. One dollar which means a lot for them and is nothing for us.
I think the importance is typing a appropriate % within an appropriate range is most important. Feedback from Mexicans is when people tip 20+% is makes it so they receive bad service as the custom is 10% here
Thanks for the tips but I don't like Costco anyway.
#patience
PV server joke: What's the difference between a canoe and a canadian? Canoes tip easily. Don't be that person.
They have quite the reputation - still trying to get down to the reason why lol
@@Morelifediaries Because they often do not tip. And cause the entire staff to wait on them like they are the royalty of some nation.
I made the mistake of taking canadians to a friends restaurant. One, who I wished had not come, turned to the server and yelled her english at him loud. She turned to us right in front of him and said, you have to do that so they understand. Then turned to him and did it again. The server, a friend of mine just looked at me like WTF? And went on about his duties. I told this person he graduated from UCLA chef school and speaks perfect English. She refused to believe me.
It's that type of arrogance that causes the reputation. It is often and often.
Another friend when I told her the above joke she began making sure that for a large group there was a minimum of 15% and verbally abused her canadian mates in to 20 or more. Especially if they worked the server crew to death.
I still hear her daying, "buckle up butter cup and get out your wallets, that is not enough, and I for one don't want the reputation". Then she told the above joke. Many just got mad. Really that extra dollar for the customer is nothing and the extra dollar from an entire days work mean everything to the server.
I was in an east Indian restaurant and my friend the manager was the only one serving tables. He was working his ass off while being polite. I overheard a table of canadians saying they were going to talk the bill down and this was before they had their food.
When the time came they tied up my friend and it was disrespectful to others waiting for food etc.. They refused to pay.
I walked over and said. I hear you. You ate this food, then complained it was no good when it is considered the best indian restaurant in the area.
I heard you. Now pay up in full with a 20% tip of I will call the police. Defrauding an inkeeper in Mexico is jail time just like everywhere else. You think this meal is expensive now, wait until you pay your way out of your jail time. All 4 of you.
They paid. My manager friend thankned me and said I didn't know you could do that. I told it is his restaurant, he can do whatever he wants.
This is just one of many, taxi cabs, no tipping on guided tours the tip is the only income for the guide. One friend took her guide bus on an entire day outing and they did not tip her one dime. She worked for free that day.
People argue tha they should blah blah blah. Do you really think if they could they would no thave already? It is what it is and respect the ways in Mexico.
So much of it is lack of common courtesy and respect at least I would give to anyone.
I tip, always less than 10%, I don't care what any body says, if I don't like the food, I will not tip. When there is a suggestion, I NEVER tip.
Thanks for sharing 👍🏼
Thanks!
Thank you 😊