My family has been to many countries. Next all European countries. Also Turkey(nasty deceitful people) but the people in Tucson are the nicest people I have met. don't talk crap about Tucson, be proud where you live, would love to go there again. I live in Sweden, my son is married to a girl from Tucson.
She said nothing about the drug addicts everywhere and how its all over the local news. This city has a high crime rate as well but nothing said about that. She should speak on the south side of Tucson and stop sugar coating.
One problem is the 4000 Illegal Aliens that are being housed all over the South Side, from the hotels near the airport to the tent cities near Kino Ballpark.
My impression is certainly different than most of these caveats. Not that there is not accurate information, but the appraisal is certainly different from that of many residents. Here are a few thoughts that may ameliorate somewhat. 1. Allergy season is real! However, many in the Midwest and East suffer two seasons, and longer than here. 2. Heat - Humidity makes all the difference. While things get steamy during Monsoon, and nobody should just stand in the sun mid-day in early June, the low humidity makes temperatures much, much more comfortable here than in other areas that may appear 10 or 20 degrees cooler. Because the dry air does not hold heat, temperatures will drop 30 or more degrees from the peak temperature, which is generally short-lived. 3. Hard water - Yes, you will want a water softener! But our water is based on a large aquifer in the basin, plus others surrounding the metro area to the north. Artesian water tastes great. 4. Walkability - There are 131 miles of walking and biking trails throughout Tucson. It is one of the top biking cities in the U.S. There are myriad parks and places to hike in the foothills and into the mountains. If you love being outdoors, this is the place to be. 5. Lack of a freeway - The surface streets move traffic fairly well, and for a relatively modest "large" town, this has never outweighed the character that saving old neighborhoods, barrios and communities creates for the Tucson vibe. It is a community-feel place with very distinct, beautiful and historic neighborhoods. 6. Lack of water resources - Tucson is using less water than it did in the 1950s when it had a fraction of the population! This city is acknowledged around the world as one of the best water conservation cities, and certainly one of the most resilient in the U.S. Before the recent mandatory cuts agreed on in the lower-Colorado-basin states, Tucson was giving back part of its Colorado River allocation through the CAP as an example. Our use of CAP water has been recharging the aquifer with a plus of five years of usage placed in reserve. Tucson is a leading resilient city. 7. Bugs and critters - The Sonoran Desert is literally the most lush desert in the world. It is true that if you do not like wildlife, this area would not be to your liking. But many people find the diversity of birds, wildlife and "critters" breathtaking. Yes, you must be aware of your surroundings when you are out, and you will want to be out a lot. This is a breathtaking area. 8. Seasons - If you miss snow and ice, then the shrinking of winter to about five weeks will probably not excite. Tucson has a long and beautiful fall and spring of nearly endless sunny and comfortable days, four months of hot but dry weather, a Monsoon season of about 45 days, and a rainy season during December and January. 9. Slow pace - I have found the entertainment per square mile in Tucson to exceed most areas I have traveled to across the country. There are abundant entertainment opportunities, museums, cultural venues and they are available, due to the outstanding weather, all year long. The Urban Renewal that got carried away in so many cities was kept somewhat in check here, so the flavor of modern skyscrapers within a few blocks of centuries old architecture is a real plus. 10. Roads. After decades of experience in Chicago, Kansas City suburbs and Dallas, I can testify that people in Tucson who have not gotten out and about have no clue what a pothole is ;-). The roads here, especially after the repaving of Oracle Road/Highway 77, are often in excellent condition compared with cities that experience five months of freeze-thaw cycles. This is a great video, but from a very different perspective on these issues than many who love this area view the wonderful Tucson metro, which includes several adjoining cities.
I love the Wildlife, don't care for fast pace places anyway, and prefer warmer winters and sunnier warm weather, and also don't even care about lawns as I'd rather have a Desert Garden, Tucson is my dream to live in!
Tucson was built to stay small and be a small town, they don't want it to be huge. Not everybody wants a big city. In the Sonoran desert and weather is beautiful. If you want a big city come up here to Phoenix. I love Tucson
If Mayor Romero was better at spending the money allotted for road improvements where it is supposed to be, roads would be better. Police are all but nonexistent unless there's a gun involved, crime and drugs are rampant, homelessness is a major problem, and car insurance is insanely high.
As a Tucson Native of 74 years I loved Tucson more when population was 30K Now is big city and it is every driver for their selves. Will never leave best place in the U.S.
You get used to it after awhile. Mainly because there's no crosstown freeway and none of the lights are timed. At best you'll catch a handful of lights green most of your trip so it's really pointless to race to the next light.
Respectfully, cut to the chase and tell them we have become a shit hole city under the mayor, local politicians and “Bidenomics”. To those who say “That’s everywhere” Yeah? Why the hell is that?
intro is too long 1 Allergies - Texas has you beat 2 Heat is not a problem, Texas got to 113 F AND 85% humidity. I'm moving there to get away from humidity 3 We have the hardest water here in Fort Worth TX, OH MAN! We get scale so bad on my shower head, sinks and dishwasher. 4 I don't care about walking 5 Now heavy traffic jams is a problem but not much, I'm retired 6 Water, I do not plan to have a lawn, in fact I hate lawns. I love a desert scape. I'm looking forward to planting my cactus in the ground without fear of rot 7 Bugs are a problem for me. I will learn to avoid rattle snakes. Terminix, here I come. 8 No 4 seasons? Neither does Texas. WE are HOOOOOT then cool AND that HUMIDITY. I stay inside in the hottest part of the day. 9 I love a laid back environment. Lack of entertainment? No problem, I am never bored. 10 Bad roads, well, that is a problem as I love my car, but not a deal breaker.
WC, What about the illegals? I hear they are over-running the city. Are your shelters and 5 star hotels full because of them? Are they filling the Saguaro National Monument? You didn't say anything about the illegal aliens.@@livingintucsonrachel
Wow, you know I didn’t hear her mention anything about the trouser snake. One thing about the trouser is they are everywhere, these snakes can be very dangerous. Yeah I think I was actually about five years old when I found one. Dirk has been with me ever since.
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My family has been to many countries. Next all European countries. Also Turkey(nasty deceitful people) but the people in Tucson are the nicest people I have met. don't talk crap about Tucson, be proud where you live, would love to go there again. I live in Sweden, my son is married to a girl from Tucson.
Good video. And thank you for being candid and honest. Rare today on the internet.
Thanks for the feedback and watching!
She said nothing about the drug addicts everywhere and how its all over the local news. This city has a high crime rate as well but nothing said about that. She should speak on the south side of Tucson and stop sugar coating.
I'm from Portland Oregon, ion even care cause I done been living that and getting charged an arm, a leg, and a kidney for it 😂
This is in any city lol
@@eloyjimenez6311 still sugar coated and it's on the news frequently so yeah do your research buddy lol
It’s not just the southside, the east side has more murders advertised on TV.
I’m from Rochester NY..Our crime is way worse than Tucson which I’m moving to soon I think I’ll be fine lol
One problem is the 4000 Illegal Aliens that are being housed all over the South Side, from the hotels near the airport to the tent cities near Kino Ballpark.
Thank you
From South Africa ❤
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All the rich folk who live in the mountains have that scorpion tarantula problem.
7:19 National Average is AVG not AVE. Ave = Avenue. Sorry, my OCD can't help it. Thank you for these videos; they are very helpful.
My impression is certainly different than most of these caveats. Not that there is not accurate information, but the appraisal is certainly different from that of many residents. Here are a few thoughts that may ameliorate somewhat.
1. Allergy season is real! However, many in the Midwest and East suffer two seasons, and longer than here.
2. Heat - Humidity makes all the difference. While things get steamy during Monsoon, and nobody should just stand in the sun mid-day in early June, the low humidity makes temperatures much, much more comfortable here than in other areas that may appear 10 or 20 degrees cooler. Because the dry air does not hold heat, temperatures will drop 30 or more degrees from the peak temperature, which is generally short-lived.
3. Hard water - Yes, you will want a water softener! But our water is based on a large aquifer in the basin, plus others surrounding the metro area to the north. Artesian water tastes great.
4. Walkability - There are 131 miles of walking and biking trails throughout Tucson. It is one of the top biking cities in the U.S. There are myriad parks and places to hike in the foothills and into the mountains. If you love being outdoors, this is the place to be.
5. Lack of a freeway - The surface streets move traffic fairly well, and for a relatively modest "large" town, this has never outweighed the character that saving old neighborhoods, barrios and communities creates for the Tucson vibe. It is a community-feel place with very distinct, beautiful and historic neighborhoods.
6. Lack of water resources - Tucson is using less water than it did in the 1950s when it had a fraction of the population! This city is acknowledged around the world as one of the best water conservation cities, and certainly one of the most resilient in the U.S. Before the recent mandatory cuts agreed on in the lower-Colorado-basin states, Tucson was giving back part of its Colorado River allocation through the CAP as an example. Our use of CAP water has been recharging the aquifer with a plus of five years of usage placed in reserve. Tucson is a leading resilient city.
7. Bugs and critters - The Sonoran Desert is literally the most lush desert in the world. It is true that if you do not like wildlife, this area would not be to your liking. But many people find the diversity of birds, wildlife and "critters" breathtaking. Yes, you must be aware of your surroundings when you are out, and you will want to be out a lot. This is a breathtaking area.
8. Seasons - If you miss snow and ice, then the shrinking of winter to about five weeks will probably not excite. Tucson has a long and beautiful fall and spring of nearly endless sunny and comfortable days, four months of hot but dry weather, a Monsoon season of about 45 days, and a rainy season during December and January.
9. Slow pace - I have found the entertainment per square mile in Tucson to exceed most areas I have traveled to across the country. There are abundant entertainment opportunities, museums, cultural venues and they are available, due to the outstanding weather, all year long. The Urban Renewal that got carried away in so many cities was kept somewhat in check here, so the flavor of modern skyscrapers within a few blocks of centuries old architecture is a real plus.
10. Roads. After decades of experience in Chicago, Kansas City suburbs and Dallas, I can testify that people in Tucson who have not gotten out and about have no clue what a pothole is ;-). The roads here, especially after the repaving of Oracle Road/Highway 77, are often in excellent condition compared with cities that experience five months of freeze-thaw cycles.
This is a great video, but from a very different perspective on these issues than many who love this area view the wonderful Tucson metro, which includes several adjoining cities.
How is the job market in Tucson?
I'm thrully mesmerized by Tucson and the Sonora desert but to life there seems out of reach.
Super helpful video‼️
I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!
I love the Wildlife, don't care for fast pace places anyway, and prefer warmer winters and sunnier warm weather, and also don't even care about lawns as I'd rather have a Desert Garden, Tucson is my dream to live in!
Appreciate the feedback and thanks for watching!
Public transport is terrible, you can't walk anywhere, homeless rats everywhere, hot as hell, drought, high crime, air pollution i can go on
So go on.... down to the bus station, see ya.
Thank you!
Tucson is okay for a couple of months in the Winter.
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❤❤❤❤❤ I love Tucson
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A slow paced city with sunshine and warm weather? Sounds good to me!
Rachel, you’re so gorgeous. ✨ Would you ever consider doing some beauty tips videos?
Thank you! I haven’t but maybe one day!
starting with eyebrows
Tucson was built to stay small and be a small town, they don't want it to be huge. Not everybody wants a big city. In the Sonoran desert and weather is beautiful. If you want a big city come up here to Phoenix. I love Tucson
You are absolutely right! Thanks for watching!
Let’s not forget about the crime rate here and how run down the majority of the city is compared to others.
Roaches in the desert?? Gat dayum! I would rather deal with snakes & scorpions! 🥴
Might be immigrating next year from. Aus :)
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Get a Glock when you move here
If Mayor Romero was better at spending the money allotted for road improvements where it is supposed to be, roads would be better. Police are all but nonexistent unless there's a gun involved, crime and drugs are rampant, homelessness is a major problem, and car insurance is insanely high.
She fine as hell
She's Very Fine.
Tf
Facts.
She aighr chill...looks annoying af after a while
Well I am too!!!😡🤬
The great thing is we get monsoons in the summer here in tucson
Yes, the monsoon season is great! Thanks for watching!
And it brings great bugs 😂
As a Tucson Native of 74 years I loved Tucson more when population was 30K Now is big city and it is every driver for their selves. Will never leave best place in the U.S.
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Is this marketed towards Californians?
I live here and my allergies are ruining me 😢
I'm sorry to hear that! Thanks for watching though!
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It's not 'soap scum', it's Limescale
People literally drive 20mph here, and the first thing my friends and family notice when they visit is how slow people drive.
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Are you kidding
What; what streets are you citing? Accidents on kolb wilmot & craycroft. Just drive as fast as they wish; scarey!!!
You get used to it after awhile. Mainly because there's no crosstown freeway and none of the lights are timed. At best you'll catch a handful of lights green most of your trip so it's really pointless to race to the next light.
Respectfully, cut to the chase and tell them we have become a shit hole city under the mayor, local politicians and “Bidenomics”. To those who say “That’s everywhere” Yeah? Why the hell is that?
intro is too long
1 Allergies - Texas has you beat
2 Heat is not a problem, Texas got to 113 F AND 85% humidity. I'm moving there to get away from humidity
3 We have the hardest water here in Fort Worth TX, OH MAN! We get scale so bad on my shower head, sinks and dishwasher.
4 I don't care about walking
5 Now heavy traffic jams is a problem but not much, I'm retired
6 Water, I do not plan to have a lawn, in fact I hate lawns. I love a desert scape. I'm looking forward to planting my cactus in the ground without fear of rot
7 Bugs are a problem for me. I will learn to avoid rattle snakes. Terminix, here I come.
8 No 4 seasons? Neither does Texas. WE are HOOOOOT then cool AND that HUMIDITY. I stay inside in the hottest part of the day.
9 I love a laid back environment. Lack of entertainment? No problem, I am never bored.
10 Bad roads, well, that is a problem as I love my car, but not a deal breaker.
Thanks for watching!
WC, What about the illegals? I hear they are over-running the city. Are your shelters and 5 star hotels full because of them? Are they filling the Saguaro National Monument? You didn't say anything about the illegal aliens.@@livingintucsonrachel
You will love cactus nurseries in Tucson
Wow, you know I didn’t hear her mention anything about the trouser snake. One thing about the trouser is they are everywhere, these snakes can be very dangerous. Yeah I think I was actually about five years old when I found one. Dirk has been with me ever since.
The only fact I need to know is if I can take you to dinner😍😂
Unbelievable.. I'm a Tucson native... nothing in this video is actually true " other than the Heat"
Very tacky outfit for a real estate agent
😂😂 Fashion police reporting for duty
maybe it's 120 degrees
What I’m hearing is…don’t come here
Not to mention the terrible driving lol
Agree. Thanks for watching!
Cheap drugs
Fent Dogg
I lived in Tucson for almost 8 years
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Well...... Tucson sucks. End of video.
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Hell on earth
Border town !!@
Maybe she should move from Tucson 😅
Tucson is a dump
Need to contace u on facebook or ig 🙏i will move to Tucson this year
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