As a retired Aviation Engineer who's now on his 5th Passport, ii admire your candor, and agree with your content. Ignorance can be very expensive. But for too many, that is the price for later wisdom.
You are exactly right about parasites in the water AND food. I lived in Mexico for 3 years and I constantly got intestinal parasite infections from the food/water. It is a deal breaker for me. I love Mexico but those parasites are the most dangerous thing in the world. You can't live a normal life if you can't eat out without getting parasites and even at home you can get them from the food. It's just very disappointing. Nobody ever talks about it either.
I lived abroad for 2 years courtesy of the Dept of Defense, and it was the most peaceful 2 years of my life of all places in the Middle East. The Americans were the problem with their superior attitude.
As the US begins to reign in accountability with the threat of tariffs on other countries such as Mexico (illegal immigration, cartel ect..) Panama (Panama canal fiasco), Canada (border issues, subsidies ect..) Denmark (Greenland) is it out of the question that these countries may impose higher taxes and fees on foreign expats, especially US? Since their wealth also causes prices to go up for locals? I think these countries will seek for a way to get their revenue one way or the other, even if it’s by imposing new taxes and fee’s on expats. Thoughts?
Thanks for watching! Most countries are already making it more bureaucratic and costly to obtain their Visas. Foreigners will just quit going which really is what needs to happen to some of these already overrated countries...
The one thing that you guys haven't touched on, is the rising costs of healthcare in these expat hubs and communities. It's becoming increasingly difficult to pay out of the pocket, and there are a number of swindlers willing to take advantage of the sick and desperate.
Thanks for sharing that. Yes, you have to be careful. that is something you need to research before moving to a country. Many expats come home when they need health care and we know that is not practical for everyone, so you might want to ask other expats in the community of a country you are interested in moving too. Whom do they use and trust?
Oh yea, I lived in Liberia for 2 years. We boiled and filtered the water. Had to take worm medicine every month. And yes you get worms. Doctors told me it is impossible to avoid. Dust from the roads gets on your lips and you are infected. Also got the worst sinus infection from all the dust breathed in while driving or walking.
5:06 This is what the youngsters refer to as "bars" ie brutal honesty. Years ago, I posted a video regarding my honest impressions of a region in the Yucatan Peninsula that wasn't very popular. The gangster travel vloggers and expat community lost their minds. The comment section reaction alone illustrated how bad this online travel cottage industry is when challenged. *Twizzle Approved* Obrigado
Straight up, Thank You!!! Your 5 insight's have been lurking about inside of me (some might say that little voice) So I suppose that is why we have never pulled the trigger sorta speak. I think that I'm okay with being a tourist. Be sides we already live in a pretty nice place.
So strange I was just thinking about most things I’ve done seems to end after 13 years whether it’s a business or a marriage or friendship it never seems to make it past 13 years. Then I open my phone and see you have a new video and there is that 13 years again. Weird…
I recently commented on a move abroad influencers video that was titled "Is it Safe here?" They read off statistics (likely put out by the corrupt government) saying that it was getting safer from the gang violence, therefore it's safe to move here. I commented with anecdotes of the murders and crime that happened in the last year that their viewers really ought to know. They and their squad did not like that. I had to though, if people really want to move here they should know what to expect. Which is a high rate of murder, at least, in this last year it was. They are all smiles and "super nice" until you say the truth, then they change face.
Unfortunately Ecuador is losing tourism because of the crime and other things. Even the RAM took them off their top ten global index list for the first time since 2010. And it's not just the Ecuadorians that cover-up crime---expats that have vested interests do it too. Several home invasions were happening in Ballenita (coast) when we lived in Cuenca and that was covered up by the expat forum group for Ballenita. There were also several rapes along the river walking trail in Cuenca Ecuador, that was silenced by another gringo group in Cuenca...it goes on and on....
@@HMFamilyLife It says something about the people of this country when they are partially dependent on tourism but have to suppress and lie about the reality of life here to actually get people to come. I personally don't think it is unfortunate that they are losing tourism because it is the truth that has done that. People are now capable of making decisions based on the realities and not the lies of what goes on here. People's safety over money. I do wish the best for this country and in my personal opinion that starts with being honest, something they don't seem to care about themselves. You reap what you sow, as the saying goes. In 2024, 2 Ecuadorian children were murdered a day amounting to 770 deaths. That's not even counting the children who are kidnapped into human trafficking. We should pray for Ecuador and the children here. My personal opinion is that when things like this are happening that deems it a country unfit for tourism but is in severe need of aid and prayer.
@@HMFamilyLife ii saw this in the Dominican Republic a decade ago. Desperation from poverty almost makes such behavior a common expectation. Renter's Insurance ??
Thank you for posting this video. I agree. U.S. is still the place to be. My costs could be less in some places, but the quality of life isn't the same. Not to mention the system of government, culture clashes, language barriers, and, as you mentioned, Americans are looked at as walking ATMs. No thanks.
Another excellent video of yours. What I have the problem with is when certain content creators compare a city abroad that has 20k residents with crime stats in LA or Manhattan. Let's compare like with like. Once one gets out of the big metro areas in the US, the crime rates are quite low. There's a female with a channel who is based in Florida & she deletes my comment about some of her pro-European & International locations. She doesn't want to talk about what its really like to live in a country. She's more of the slow travel digital nomad group, where people drift from one place to another.
Yes, we hear you loud and clear. We have to compare crime rates with other countries in that continent and of about the same size rather than with the USA but vloggers like to do that for some reason. Thanks for sharing that. Take care.
Yes, we did preventative measures such as papaya seeds and other things and they do help somewhat but when you live in endemic areas, if you skip a day or two of seeds you become infected again, so its a chronic thing and the seeds do not heal your gut from constantly being infested over and over again. The parasites hide in crevices in your intestinal tract and amoebas are hard to get rid of. Overtime parasites cause all kinds of issues with your immune system and they also can cause cancer.
I do fine in every country I go to. But you are making a lot of good points. Keep it simple I say and do , and maybe you have told Us enough about moving back to the US. Start living. Maybe make some videos about raising chickens or something.
We always say, blend in as much as you can, stay low profile and pay the local prices and be respectful and you'll do good. Thank you for watching and sharing.
@@HMFamilyLife It seems to check out a lot of boxes and I speak Spanish. I don’t see many negatives but there may be negative things I haven’t heard about yet.
I retired to the philippines, i live in Panabo City in Mindanao not very many foreigners here life is not very different than in the US, except the traffic, slow government services, poor infrastructure, skin tax other than that its pretty much the same, i am lucky enough to be married to a local woman so i have been accepted into the community or tolerated at the very least.
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As a retired Aviation Engineer who's now on his 5th Passport, ii admire your candor, and agree with your content.
Ignorance can be very expensive.
But for too many, that is the price for later wisdom.
Thanks for watching and sharing/ Take care.
Good point about RUclipsrs not discussing the costly and complicated tax implications of a move abroad.
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My US bank will not deal with expats
Lifelong Travellers, you speak words of truth
Thank you for watching today.
You are exactly right about parasites in the water AND food. I lived in Mexico for 3 years and I constantly got intestinal parasite infections from the food/water. It is a deal breaker for me. I love Mexico but those parasites are the most dangerous thing in the world. You can't live a normal life if you can't eat out without getting parasites and even at home you can get them from the food. It's just very disappointing. Nobody ever talks about it either.
😁
I lived abroad for 2 years courtesy of the Dept of Defense, and it was the most peaceful 2 years of my life of all places in the Middle East. The Americans were the problem with their superior attitude.
Thanks for watching and sharing.
The Ugly American characterization is unfortunately too real.
But usually when your in the service of the government your living in a bubble is that accurate?
As the US begins to reign in accountability with the threat of tariffs on other countries such as Mexico (illegal immigration, cartel ect..) Panama (Panama canal fiasco), Canada (border issues, subsidies ect..) Denmark (Greenland) is it out of the question that these countries may impose higher taxes and fees on foreign expats, especially US? Since their wealth also causes prices to go up for locals? I think these countries will seek for a way to get their revenue one way or the other, even if it’s by imposing new taxes and fee’s on expats. Thoughts?
Thanks for watching! Most countries are already making it more bureaucratic and costly to obtain their Visas. Foreigners will just quit going which really is what needs to happen to some of these already overrated countries...
This is good stuff here, good advice . And off the menu funny as hell as well. Retired 2 yrs.
Good morning. glad to see you find it amusing as well as informative. Thanks for watching,
@@HMFamilyLife Best Wishes Always
The one thing that you guys haven't touched on, is the rising costs of healthcare in these expat hubs and communities. It's becoming increasingly difficult to pay out of the pocket, and there are a number of swindlers willing to take advantage of the sick and desperate.
Thanks for sharing that. Yes, you have to be careful. that is something you need to research before moving to a country. Many expats come home when they need health care and we know that is not practical for everyone, so you might want to ask other expats in the community of a country you are interested in moving too. Whom do they use and trust?
Oh yea, I lived in Liberia for 2 years. We boiled and filtered the water. Had to take worm medicine every month. And yes you get worms.
Doctors told me it is impossible to avoid. Dust from the roads gets on your lips and you are infected.
Also got the worst sinus infection from all the dust breathed in while driving or walking.
😬
I love your videos and you are very accurate.
Good morning! Thanks for watching today.
5:06 This is what the youngsters refer to as "bars" ie brutal honesty. Years ago, I posted a video regarding my honest impressions of a region in the Yucatan Peninsula that wasn't very popular. The gangster travel vloggers and expat community lost their minds. The comment section reaction alone illustrated how bad this online travel cottage industry is when challenged. *Twizzle Approved* Obrigado
Thanks for watching and commenting.
Straight up, Thank You!!! Your 5 insight's have been lurking about inside of me (some might say that little voice) So I suppose that is why we have never pulled the trigger sorta speak. I think that I'm okay with being a tourist. Be sides we already live in a pretty nice place.
Glad you liked the information. Thank you for watching and sharing. Take care.
If I go overseas, it would be to slow travel, get the experiences and return home.
Thanks for watching and sharing.
Who is the narrator is that your wife Frank? Love your channel!
Yes, it's my wife. Glad you are enjoying the channel information.
thank you for always being honest
Thank you for watching and sharing.
Excellent information!!
Thank you! Glad you liked the video.
So strange I was just thinking about most things I’ve done seems to end after 13 years whether it’s a business or a marriage or friendship it never seems to make it past 13 years. Then I open my phone and see you have a new video and there is that 13 years again. Weird…
😃
I recently commented on a move abroad influencers video that was titled "Is it Safe here?" They read off statistics (likely put out by the corrupt government) saying that it was getting safer from the gang violence, therefore it's safe to move here. I commented with anecdotes of the murders and crime that happened in the last year that their viewers really ought to know. They and their squad did not like that. I had to though, if people really want to move here they should know what to expect. Which is a high rate of murder, at least, in this last year it was. They are all smiles and "super nice" until you say the truth, then they change face.
Unfortunately Ecuador is losing tourism because of the crime and other things. Even the RAM took them off their top ten global index list for the first time since 2010. And it's not just the Ecuadorians that cover-up crime---expats that have vested interests do it too. Several home invasions were happening in Ballenita (coast) when we lived in Cuenca and that was covered up by the expat forum group for Ballenita. There were also several rapes along the river walking trail in Cuenca Ecuador, that was silenced by another gringo group in Cuenca...it goes on and on....
@@HMFamilyLife It says something about the people of this country when they are partially dependent on tourism but have to suppress and lie about the reality of life here to actually get people to come. I personally don't think it is unfortunate that they are losing tourism because it is the truth that has done that. People are now capable of making decisions based on the realities and not the lies of what goes on here. People's safety over money. I do wish the best for this country and in my personal opinion that starts with being honest, something they don't seem to care about themselves. You reap what you sow, as the saying goes.
In 2024, 2 Ecuadorian children were murdered a day amounting to 770 deaths. That's not even counting the children who are kidnapped into human trafficking. We should pray for Ecuador and the children here. My personal opinion is that when things like this are happening that deems it a country unfit for tourism but is in severe need of aid and prayer.
@@HMFamilyLife
ii saw this in the Dominican Republic a decade ago.
Desperation from poverty almost makes such behavior a common expectation.
Renter's Insurance ??
Thank you for posting this video. I agree. U.S. is still the place to be. My costs could be less in some places, but the quality of life isn't the same. Not to mention the system of government, culture clashes, language barriers, and, as you mentioned, Americans are looked at as walking ATMs. No thanks.
Thanks for being here today. Glad you enjoyed the information.
Another excellent video of yours. What I have the problem with is when certain content creators compare a city abroad that has 20k residents with crime stats in LA or Manhattan. Let's compare like with like. Once one gets out of the big metro areas in the US, the crime rates are quite low.
There's a female with a channel who is based in Florida & she deletes my comment about some of her pro-European & International locations. She doesn't want to talk about what its really like to live in a country. She's more of the slow travel digital nomad group, where people drift from one place to another.
Yes, we hear you loud and clear. We have to compare crime rates with other countries in that continent and of about the same size rather than with the USA but vloggers like to do that for some reason. Thanks for sharing that. Take care.
Frank, in a video, you said something about your health being wrecked by living outside the USA. Were parasites the problem?
Yes, we did preventative measures such as papaya seeds and other things and they do help somewhat but when you live in endemic areas, if you skip a day or two of seeds you become infected again, so its a chronic thing and the seeds do not heal your gut from constantly being infested over and over again. The parasites hide in crevices in your intestinal tract and amoebas are hard to get rid of. Overtime parasites cause all kinds of issues with your immune system and they also can cause cancer.
@@HMFamilyLife Ive heard that iodine, cayenne and garlic will kill parasites..
Ivermectin is used as a dewormer in animals and is cheap.
@@HMFamilyLife Sounds terrible.
I do fine in every country I go to. But you are making a lot of good points. Keep it simple I say and do , and maybe you have told Us enough about moving back to the US. Start living. Maybe make some videos about raising chickens or something.
We always say, blend in as much as you can, stay low profile and pay the local prices and be respectful and you'll do good. Thank you for watching and sharing.
Can you talk about Spain?
What interests you about Spain?
High taxes, but great people.
@@HMFamilyLife It seems to check out a lot of boxes and I speak Spanish. I don’t see many negatives but there may be negative things I haven’t heard about yet.
I retired to the philippines, i live in Panabo City in Mindanao not very many foreigners here life is not very different than in the US, except the traffic, slow government services, poor infrastructure, skin tax other than that its pretty much the same, i am lucky enough to be married to a local woman so i have been accepted into the community or tolerated at the very least.
😃 It sounds like it is very different than the US. lol....
@HMFamilyLife yes it is, I have $ 5200 monthly pension so living here provides me a life style I could never afford in the state