31:13 in europe we use 220 volt. The big light switches is a stylistic choice, they used to be smaller, in the last 30 years they became bigger and bigger (but the socket behind is still pretty small, is just the plaque/switch that grew)
That is interesting. In America, it is the opposite. I have been in mansions that have all the light switches in an equipment closet using home automation equipment leaving only a few switches in each room often the exact same color as the wall they are mounted on.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American i’m talking pre-home automation stuff. i suppose they’re easier to press in a dark room when you have your hands busy, lol I’m in italy, and my house switches are pretty old, and the size of my thumb. Switches like the ones you show in the picture, those i’ve never seen.
@@conigliostressato - the picture is of switches in my living room. They are part of a lighting control system but are the same size as mechanical switches.
11:54 the City of Arts and Science was designed by famed spanish starchitect Santiago Calatrava. His most famous work in the US is the World Trade Center Transportation Hub in NYC.
Hey! Those grafittis are not in the building wall, but in a metal fence placed there to cover some construction works in the building or just in front of the building
What about the graffiti on the brown wood door where the lady used to live? There was plenty of graffiti on walls that were not construction sites. I guess you guys just get used to it.
In Spain, the so-called central markets, where food is sold, are municipally owned, and the City Council, which is responsible for the maintenance of the building, rents the stalls to the vendors. Supermarkets like Mercadona or hypermarkets like Carrefour or Alcampo, are private chains, apart from the small stores, which are usually owned by the people who sell food in them, although in some cases the premises are owned by someone other than the person who sells the food, and who rents it.
I truly appreciate your interest in Spain, most restaurants have a 3 course menu that ranges from 10$ to 15$ including coffee, a drink and dessert. The Farm's or Municipal Market is own by the local government but each stall is a private owned business, I highly recommend visiting the markets because they reflect the essence of the culture and the people of each place. You can buy food and property at a much cheaper price in other places, these people live in a fancy place. I highly recommend you to do videos about Málaga, Granada, Alicante, Oviedo, Santander, San Sebastián, Cádiz, The Canary Islands, The outskirts of Madrid. Well there are a bunch of interesting places. Take care
ruclips.net/video/pFdnn0unEzo/видео.htmlsi=3OraV0xfQeBowUJ- here's a link to one of the channels that has a lot of information about prices of real estate in the province of Valencia and Alicante, It has subtitles or captions in English.
5:30 Graffiti is not acceptable for us. It's just vandalism and you can be seriously fined for doing it. 14:55 EURIBOR, which is the reference rate in the European money market, is right now 2,63%.
Hola amigo mío de Estados Unidos. Me llamo Pedro y vivo ahora en el sur de Francia por cuestión de trabajo. Soy valenciano, amo España y amo Valencia con su cultura, sus fiestas, su rica comida y tradición familiar. Estoy contento de que se conozca mi bella ciudad, pero no me gusta en absoluto la perspectiva de una ciudad con mas turismo del que ya hay en el día de hoy. No quiero que esto se convierta en Barcelona, una ciudad magnifica, si, pero donde los propios barceloneses ya no pueden vivir en el centro y las calles están tan saturadas de turistas, que es un autentico calvario ir por la calle y donde gran parte de la originalidad, del alma de la ciudad y de la sociedad, se ha diluido en algo casi absurdo y sin sentido, en algo focalizado en un turismo rápido y masivo. Deberías ver algún video que habla sobre las Fallas, una fascinante fiesta valenciana conocida internacionalmente, donde yo mismo he trabajado durante algunos años en la construcción de las mismas Fallas, guardo muy buenos recuerdos de mi trabajo en las Fallas, seguro que te sorprende, a todo el mundo le sorprende. Me gusta hacer zaping en youtube y te conocí hace poco tiempo, pero he de decirte que me gusta tu contenido. Un fuerte abrazo y te deseo lo mejor.
El problema no es el turismo. Son los inmigrantes musulmanes y la sobre regulación de la vivienda. El turismo es la cabeza de turco que ha escogido la izquierda para tapar su incompetencia.
Howdy from America! I can see how one could feel like they have lost their city or town to tourists. America is 19 times larger than Spain but only has 6 times the population. Tourists and immigration would definitely impact you sooner. A big hug back at you Pedro!
It bothers me that they have much higher salaries and the prices of everything in Valencia are increasing, for those from Valencia it is becoming more and more expensive to live and salaries are not increasing
My house 25min from Valencia has 5 bathrooms, 5 rooms, pool, 3-car garage, was built in 2011, big yard and cost 300.000€ 2 years ago to give you an idea of the city prices. If you go to areas like Beverly Hills in Spain, typically you'll start from 2-5 million, but you can get easily on 20-60 million
hi from Balearic Islands! nice video! Lot of people wants to live in Valencia, but the most visited area of Spain by population is without a doubt the Balearic Islands, and may be one of the most visited places in the world. May be you want to react to it, I found a good video that is: Explore these Balearic Islands before you Die.
Hola! En el mundo hay maravillosas ciudades y fantásticos monumentos para visitar y estar unos dias. Como París, Moscú, Praga , Londres, Roma o Venecia. Pero para vivir......Valencia, Barcelona, Madrid, Málaga......😊😅❤ yo he nacido en Barcelona . No necesito nada más. Y he vivido una temporada en Manhattan, en la calle 44 con 3ª Avda. Muy bien. Estudiaba ingles. Hace muchos años. Regresé a mi casa. Mi casa como E.T. 😂 Barcelona, España.
She said that that area is like the Beverly Hills of Valencia as a joke, because it's like a housing development with quite big houses and swimming pools and it's a semi private area, not because the houses cost the same, obviously.
Hace poco hablaba con un amigo sobre el tema, según él el país se esta vendiendo a extranjeros que vienen con mayor renta mientras los españoles tienen problemas para acceder a la vivienda, en mi opinión es una verdad parcial que no enfoca el problema, si tenemos una renta mucho mas baja comparada con estadounidenses o alemanes se debe a los altos impuestos de este país y a la baja productividad por hora, no significa que el español sea menos trabajador que el trabajador alemán o estadounidense pero, debido al entorno donde trabaja y especialmente a los sectores en los que se enfoca España donde el peso de la industria ha ido decreciendo desde mediados de los 80 hace que por lo general una hora de trabajo en este país genere menos riqueza que en otros, la solución no pasa por aislarnos si no por incrementar nuestra productividad y nuestra renta así sera mas complicado que los españoles se vean expulsados de los centros de las ciudades. Por otra parte, el principal problema es la falta de construcción en las zonas donde hay mas demanda, se construyen pisos por debajo de la demanda que se estima, mientras eso sea así ya pueden venir mas o menos extranjeros que las casas serán cada vez mas inaccesibles, luego en España hay autenticas mansiones que cuestan menos dinero que un pequeño piso en una gran ciudad pero el problema es que están en zonas del país en las que no hay gente joven y nadie quiere mudarse allí. Personalmente me da pena que aumenten discursos proteccionistas en ese sentido, primero porque no van a traer ninguna solución al problema y segundo porque quiero que los extranjeros se sientan cómodos y bien tratados en Valencia ciudad española y mediterránea, esas dos cosas hacen de esta una ciudad cosmopolita y espero que lo siga siendo mucho tiempo.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American Estas un poco confundido....!!!! 1200 Euros. es el salario minimo obligatorio por ley... pero eso no quiere decir que la gente tenga ese salario, los unicos que lo cobran, son los emigrantes , trabajando en lavado de platos y vasos en restaurantes o mujeres suramericanas en el cuidado de personas mayores en sus casas teniendo habitacion y comida gratis, el hijo de mi pareja, dominicano, empezo hace tres años atras a trabajar con un salario de 1200 euros en un taller de coches, lleva tres años y este año su salario es de 1800 Euros al cambio con el dolar, actual ya sabes tambien como yo cuanto es...??? Un saludo J.S.
For that they have to go to Marbella or Altea in Alicante. Altea Hills is the name of the urbanization but it is a Russian ghetto and they might not like that.
@@susanaescriba977 Maybe Sotogrande is the first that comes to mind with exclusive mansions. Still close to Marbella but massive tourism sort of degradated the exclusivity.
Americans are welcome in spain ,because we find you funny ,😂 you makes us laugh ,so thats a good point . the meal it was 105 euros for 3 ,like 35 euros per person Bulgaria is much cheaper country,much much and people move there too,has beaches too,its an option if your budget is less.and dont worry for being acepted as a foreigner we acept everyone from america ,europe and china
They are languages not dialects, they are leagues derived from Vulgar Latin, Galician, Catalan, Valencian, Asturleones or Asturian... Greetings from Asturias
@@Ilar-en7lgDifferences between Catalan and Valencian September 15, 2023 Curiosities When it comes to the languages spoken in Spain, Catalan and Valencian are two variants that are often confused due to their similarities. Both are Romance languages that share historical and linguistic roots, but they also have notable differences that distinguish them. In this article, we will highlight the key similarities and differences between these two linguistic variants, which will help students and anyone interested in the topic to understand the subtleties of these languages. History and Origins Common Origins Catalan and Valencian share a common origin that dates back to the Vulgar Latin spoken on the Iberian Peninsula during the Roman Empire. Over time, this Latin evolved and diversified into several Romance languages, including Catalan. The earliest written records of both languages date back to the 13th century, indicating that both variants have a long history. Catalan and Valencian: Two Distinct Variants Despite their common origins, Catalan and Valencian have developed independently over the centuries. The main historical difference lies in the influence of other languages and dialects. Catalan has been more influenced by languages like French and Italian, while Valencian has been more influenced by Spanish. This has led to notable differences in vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. Linguistic Similarities Similarity in Writing One of the most evident similarities between Catalan and Valencian is the way they are written. Both languages use the same alphabet, the Latin alphabet, and share a similar orthography. This means that written words in Catalan and Valencian look very similar, which can make reading and writing easier for those proficient in one of the two languages. Common Grammar The grammar of Catalan and Valencian also presents similarities. Both languages follow a similar grammatical structure, with verb conjugations and sentence formation following familiar patterns. This makes the transition between the two languages easier, as native speakers of one can understand the basic grammar of the other with relative ease. Differences in Pronunciation and Vocabulary Different Pronunciation One of the most notable differences between Catalan and Valencian is pronunciation. The pronunciation of certain words and sounds varies significantly between the two variants. For example, vowels are pronounced differently in some words, and there are differences in intonation and accent. This can make it challenging for speakers of one language to understand and correctly pronounce the other. Diverse Vocabulary Vocabulary is another area where notable differences are found. Although they share a common lexical base, Catalan and Valencian have incorporated words from other languages throughout their history, leading to regional variations in vocabulary. Some words may be unique to a region or have slightly different meanings in both variants. Cultural and Regional Influences Catalonia and the Valencian Community The linguistic differences between Catalan and Valencian are also influenced by cultural and regional factors. Catalonia and the Valencian Community are two autonomous regions of Spain with distinct cultural identities. This cultural diversity has influenced the linguistic variants of each region. For example, the Valencian variant often shows greater influence from Spanish due to its geographical proximity and shared history with the rest of Spain. Current Use and Importance Catalan and Valencian Today Both Catalan and Valencian are co-official languages in their respective regions and are taught in schools. Both languages have a rich literary and cultural tradition, with literary works and plays written in both variants. However, Catalan generally has a more prominent status due to its wider use and stronger cultural influence at the international level. In conclusion, Catalan and Valencian are two linguistic variants that share historical and grammatical similarities but also present notable differences in pronunciation and vocabulary. These differences are the result of cultural and regional influences over the centuries. Both languages are valuable and have an important place in the culture and identity of their respective regions. For students and language enthusiasts, exploring these similarities and differences can be an enriching experience that broadens their understanding of Spain's linguistic diversity. That being said, I won't be the one to contradict you, as I am not an expert in either Catalan or Valencian; I'll leave that to the experts. I can, however, talk to you about Asturian (Bable or Asturleonese Un saludo desde Asturias
Antes de la pandemia del Covic, lña taxa hipotecaria estaba a 0%...!!! En el año 2024 a subido a 2,75 % , y ahora ,final de año mes de diciembre a bajado al 2,30% y la tendencia es a continuar la bajada de taxa hipotecaria, Esa taxa la maneja la U.E. desde Bruxelas, y siempre busca , inflacion 0. controlando que no suba la inflacion. Un saludo J.S.
España siempre ha tenido una mezcla de muchas culturas, no hay ningún problema con los Estadounidenses, ni de otros paises, el que viene a contribuir para mejorar el país siempre es bienvenido, aunque si es cierto que en algunos lugares hay algunas protestas por el exceso de turismo masificado, que modifica la forma tranquila de vivir de los locales, pero si tenemos más de 80.000.000 de turistas al año que vienen a disfrutar de este país, estamos contentos que lo disfruten con nosotros, hay un dicho popular en España, vive y deja vivir, eso representa bastante nuestra forma de ser, saludos.
En primer lugar soy Valenciano y pienso que la turistificacion masiva destruye cualquier ciudad desde Valencia o Barcelona o Venecia en el extranjero por ejemplo luego la inmigracion ya es excesiva y es el principal problema de acuerdo con el C.I.S ( Centro de Investigaciones Sociologicas) una encuesta oficial del gobierno que pregunta sobre multiples cosas en cuanto al Valenciano es un lenguaje separado del Catalan con 8 siglos de historia propia una edad dorads del idioma de distinta epoca al Catalan y una Academia Oficial de la lengua Valenciana de expertos creada por el gobierno de la region propia independiente de la Catalana como idiomas separados que son ; saludos
Que venga inmigrantes de países ricos a nuestra ciudad, está haciendo que los locales no podamos alquilar o comprar viviendas. Es un problema que cada vez se agrava más y más y que no se hable de esto y sí de lo bien que está nuestro país hace que por una parte nuestro país se esté empobreciendo (porque la gente de a pie no ve ni un euro del dinero que se gastan) y por otra parte que se esté generando rechazo hacia la turistificación y a la gente que viene de fuera en general. Por que te hagas una idea el sueldo mínimo en España son 1000 euros y los alquileres medios en Valencia están entre 1300-1500.
Habitualmente no vamos a restaurantes tan caros todos los días, sólo en ocasiones especiales. Puzol no es el Beberlyhills de España, te diría que lo es Marbella. El valenciano es una lengua que deriva del latín. Hay varias lenguas a parte del valenciano y el castellano (castellano = español) Los interruptores son así de grandes por estética aunque ya ha pasado de moda que sean tan grandes como los de la casa de esa señora. El video te intenta vender que vayas a Valencia a vivir porque el señor que ha subido el canal a youtube tiene una empresa que ayuda con los trámites para que te mudes a España. A la larga sale mejor comprar una vivienda pero los bancos sólo dan un 80% del dinero que vale una propiedad para poder comprarla, entonces ahorrar ese dinero es complicado y mucha gente no tiene otra salida que alquilar. Los intereses de las hipotecas están bastante altos ahora mismo. No soy una experta en el tema pero creo que rondan un 7%, aunque hay más tipos de intereses y no te lo sé explicar mejor.
The median household income in Spain is 2700 euros. For the record, there are less than 50,000 Americans living among Spain's 50 million residents. That is .1% of the population.
Sí, si el problema viene sobretodo por los pisos turísticos, no gente que reside aquí todo el año, aunque hay más gente de otros países que viene aquí y que reside, no sólo gente americana, por ejemplo hay bastantes colonias inglesas. Pero el problema principal es que las leyes no ayudan a la gente de aquí a que podamos esquivar esta bala, que es lo que se supone que deberían hacer los gobiernos, puesto que se considera que deberíamos tener un estado de bienestar y nos estamos acercando a un modelo de libre mercado para el que no estamos preparados y que la gente de aquí rechaza.
There are several problems related to graffiti. First, they are done late at night when no one sees them. Second, the fines are not as severe as they should be. Third, there are professional graffiti artists who do not destroy the artistic heritage, but there are some idiots who think that by putting their signature on the wall they are already somebody. I would make them pay a big fine and if they can't pay it, they should do community work to erase graffiti and maybe instead of fooling around they will learn a profession as respectable as being a painter.
My opinion that Americans coming to live in Spain is not annoying for Spaniards as long as they respect our culture and adapt like other cultures that come to visit us or live, the best thing is that they feel comfortable in our country, and moment is like that, being a quiet, safe country, with good gastronomy, good weather, and an impressive history, I don't think there are many things that you don't like, so come and discover how happy we Spaniards and the people are here. foreigners
My opinion as a local, impact fees must be stablished. It is getting out of hand. I am worried we could get into a non returning point were all the social network that built and preserved the livestyle of our city disolves into just an amusement park for turists and real state inversions for foreign buyers
El tamaño de los interruptores eléctricos no tiene nada que ver con el voltaje, en Europa nos gusta que sean grandes por cuestiones de estética y hay infinidad de diseños y colores.
Regarding the rates for morgages in Spain, I got one with 2,85%, but its because it includes bonus. For this bonus you have to hire some insurances with the bank, like home insurance, life insurance or some private health insurance. The more you hire the more bonus you have for the rate calculation of your morgage. Of course, they will check also your history of debts and if you are a good "in-time" payer. In Spain its better to have less debts.
Interesting. In America, you have to have homeowners insurance (fire, storm, etc) and mortgage insurance if you are financing too close to the value of the property.Our insurance can be quite expensive. $2000-$5000 per year is not uncommon for a normal home.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American wow¡¡ I pay for my home insurance like 60 euro per month, and for my life insurance 70. 2000-5000$ per year sounds like a lot.
Every city or town has its markets. They belong to the city council and each stall is private. There you can buy fresh, local, quality products. Fruit, vegetables, freshly caught fish, meat, olives, cheeses and sausages such as chorizos or morcillas produced in the countryside.
Mortgage interest rates are around 2.0-3.5% so depending on the area and your situation it's better to get a mortgage, specially if it's fixed rate. A couple of years ago it was 0.5-1.5% Keep up making these videos!
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American I don't know, I think they are making money, otherwise they wouldn't be operating. I guess they get money in other ways, but the government doesn't own any banks, they are all private.
So in Spain we have other co-official languages, basque, catalán and galician are the main ones, (there are other languages like aragonese, astur-leonese etc. But not so many people speak them) valencian is a dialect of catalan (altho valencians will say It isn't but😂) is another language completly, It comes from latin as spanish but It's from the branch of occitan if i remember correctly, is like if french and spanish had a baby with a bit of italian, basically Spain was formed by different kingdoms with their own languages and ethnicities, with time castillian (spanish) expanded because the kigdom of castille was the power house of the peninsula, leaving the other languages in the extremes of the country because they had less direct contact with castillian speakers, basque language for example is not even related to latin we think it's an ancient language previous to the expansion of indoeuropean languages (Celtic, latin, etc.) that survived due to local isolation etc.
In Spain it is not difficult to get a mortgage, for 40 years and it is much cheaper than paying rent but the problem is having a permanent and secure job for a long time, those who find it get involved but many do not take the risk because the The change in job possibilities is very continuous. Today you can live in Valencia and tomorrow you will be in any other city because of the job offer.
I would say Valencia or Malaga are the best cities for expats. There's no issue Americans move to Spain or any other nationality. If people behave and try to get integrated, all is fine. If not, it creates friction and affects everyone. A mature country should embrace migrants who wants to get integrated.
Hola , para alemanes, británicos y franceses no hay ningún problema, ellos vienen a España desde los años 60 y sus nietos siguen viniendo, y personas de otras partes de Europa por millones. Busque turismo alemán en Mallorca, es la isla de Los Alemanes y de los británicos. En Canarias sucede igual. Los norteamericanos sería lo mismo. Políticos importantes europeos y aristócratas, artistas, u hombres de negocios, veránean cada año en España en sus propias casas .
A hundred euro is per everything proly, I mean paella and all the rest. A paella which is for about 4 people, costs around 100 euro. People usually go to a restaurant usually on weekends, so 4 friends expend about 25 euros each for a delicious paella infront of the beach. Not expensive at all
Seems expensive when you are talking about rent being 1000 euros. That would be equivalent to $200 - $300 for lunch in America. No big deal, just found it interesting.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American In Spain you will find a huge number of different prices in restaurants. None of us would consider it expensive to eat a good paella by the sea for just over 30 euros per person. But you will also find very good paellas in Valencia included in the "menu of the day" for less money. Spaniards love eating and drinking outside the home, it is in our genes, it is an important trait of our character. We already assume that part of our salary ends up in bars and restaurants. We save it on psychologists.
@@taranvainas - LOL! I seems more Americans want to stay home and invest in their "castle" and more Spaniards want to go out be social and invest in their activities.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American Oh, you can't even imagine! Here we think any excuse is good enough to be outside. For us, a terrace in the sun is like honey for a bear. And let's not even talk about how much we love a party! I recommend that you react to a video about the many and varied parties we have here, many of them really spectacular, they will surprise you and with some of them you will laugh like crazy. No other country in the world loves parties so much.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American Maybe the correct term in English is not "party" but "festival"? Yes, definitely, look it up under "spanish festivals" and be amazed. Edit: You'll like this one: "7 Festivals you must experience in Spain"
Those switches are common all over Europe, and I don't think any European would see anything strange about them or think they are huge, because they are like that everywhere. I didn't know that outside of Europe they would be considered weird.
They are just so much bigger than ours. Like I said in the video, some people have 6 or 7 or 8 switches next to each other on a wall. That would look insane with those large paddles. JMO.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American Ah ok, I don't know. I think I've seen several american youtubers showing their homes, and I believe they had those switches but I could be wrong.
@@Ilar-en7lg - The switches I showed at my house are actually bigger than our smaller switches and mine are probably 50-60% smaller in width than the ones at the lady's home.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American Yes, I tried to paste a link here twice, but I think Google deleted it along with my comments. The video I wanted you to see is this one: ‘Stumbling Upon A Hidden GEM On Spain's North Coast. Welcome To Llanes, Asturias’ from a channel on RUclips called Steve Marsh. It's about a small town in the north of Spain. Maybe you like it, and want to comment about it one day. Thank you
Really? We have 5 or 6 different levels of security in communities. not gated - normal roads not gated - but only one way in and out gated with electronic access gated with guard gated with armed guard gated with armed guards and armed patrols
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American Interesting, here there are urbanizations with gates with private security, the most expensive but they are not armed. Do you know that here there is nothing similar to your second amendment? You can have shotguns for hunting, with permits and legal documentation, but no weapons, nor can you go around with them as if they were accessories. You can't even use them for alleged self-defense.
@@susanaescriba977 - 2nd amendment is a big deal in America. We will never be invaded and never fear our own government. Most can’t understand it if they were not raised in USA.
Imagine being anti-graffiti in 2024 when most of our current visual language and art comes from the street art revolution of the ‘80s and ‘90s lol. Advertising is waaay worst. Also, civilization started when cavemem learnt how to draw on walls, and since then we never stopped. If you visit ancient ruins or catacombs, you’ll see that they’re full of ancient “vandalism”. The idea of clean, picture perfect cities has nothing to do with reality. The only clean cities are the ones who are not cities anymore, and have become tourist attractions.
Oh boy, now i *really* want you to react to BERLIN KIDZ, an amazing documentary about graffiti writers in Berlin. But it’s like 90 minutes long (also, BERLIN KIDZ 2 is better, but i cannot find it anymore).
I don't like graffiti either and if I had the power I assure you that this vandalism would end because the fines and punishment were going to be exemplary. If it bothers you as much as it does, I recommend that you don't go to Italy, Rome, Naples and the other cities. important and touristy places are really sad, it's depressing. I want to tell you that this fashion was born in Philadelphia, USA. If they had cut it in time, perhaps that disgusting fashion would not have reached Europe.
@joseluisduranferro2825 - LOL. I am still going to Italy and you cant blame America for.something you dont fix in your own country. There is no grafitti in my town.
If you are told that in Valencia they speak Catalan, it is not correct. In Valencia they speak Valencian and Castilian (Spanish). It is a bilingual community. With two official languages. Valencian is very old, with texts from 1253 much older than Catalan. For political reasons in recent decades universities and institutions have become politicized, claiming that Valencian is Catalan, that all those who speak Catalan are Catalan and their lands are Catalonia. The best thing is to say that in Valencia they speak Valencian and everyone is happy. The Valencians because they recognize their language and the separatists of Catalonia and Catalan imperialists also because they consider that Valencian is Catalan. When in reality it is in the Kingdom of Valencia where it was consolidated as a language and its use as proven by texts and books.
If you are told that in Valencia they speak Catalan, it is not correct. In Valencia they speak Valencian and Castilian (Spanish). It is a bilingual community. With two official languages. Valencian is very old, with texts from 1253 much older than Catalan. For political reasons in recent decades universities and institutions have become politicized, claiming that Valencian is Catalan, that all those who speak Catalan are Catalan and their lands are Catalonia. The best thing is to say that in Valencia they speak Valencian and everyone is happy. The Valencians because they recognize their language and the separatists of Catalonia and Catalan imperialists also because they consider that Valencian is Catalan. When in reality it is in the Kingdom of Valencia where it was consolidated as a language and its use as proven by texts and books.
Of course graffiti bothers us and of course it's punished, but the idiots who do it do it at night and the police don't usually catch them. The city council cleans them up all the time, but they always do more. And Spain is not the European country with the most graffiti, go to Rome, Paris or Berlin and you will see what graffiti is.
Does 104€ for 3 people in a restaurant on the beach seem expensive to you? It's only $37 per person, drinks included. And €104 is the TOTAL final price, without adding 20 or 30 percent more in "tips".
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American In Spain, tips are also given. But they are a way of thanking a good service, not to cover up hidden labor exploitation of poorly paid employees. They aren't mandatory. In this meal they probably left €110 on the plate, received €6 back and left that €6 as a tip. Maybe even less. · You can eat in a restaurant the "Menu of the day" (a complete menu with starter, first course, maybe second course, dessert and drink) for 15 to 20€ and from there on up anything you want.
@@ializarg - tips are not mandatory in America either. I know people making $5k-$10k per month in restaurants and bars. I know people that have had $1000 days. Tips are not charity for the poor, it is just part of our economic system.
Bear in mind that lunch is the big meal of the day so consider if that would be overpriced for dinner for 3 in a restaurant in the US. It is a completely different lifestyle. After well over 9 years, I have not tired of living here.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American Well, that price is the cheap one. The more tourists, the more expensive, the more foreigners you come, the higher it will go. For food, houses, etc.... it is called speculation and Spain is a highly speculated country already the rest of the Europeans. Now all that's missing is the Americans to finish exploiting the system.
Como viejo adolescente que pasó su juventud pintando graffitis al rededor de toda España, siempre respetando las fachadas de los edificios particulares y pintando piezas (graffitis reales, no tags) estoy disgustado con tu take acerca de este tema. Es una forma que tiene nuestra juventud de retar la ley/policía y quemar adrenalina. Una forma sana que no daña más que alguna estructura, siempre (o en su gran mayoría) edificios y estructuras que son del gobierno. El gobierno nos roba millones de euros al año en unos impuestos abusivos que no van a ningún lado, más que a sus bolsillos. Si ese dinero se destinase en limpieza, no solo habría más empleo, sino que las calles se verían mejor y no hubieras llegado a pensar eso. Prefiero que la juventud de mis calles se dedique al graffiti y expresar su arte, aunque pocos tengan arte, a que se dedican al maleanteo y vayan armados por las calles, perdiendo la vida en peleas de bandas que no tienen ningún sentido más que "quedar como el más gallo" Es la primera vez que veo tu canal, llegué al minuto 17 y me encontré con esto. No estoy contento y entiendo que desde fuera pueda verse de otra manera, pero aún así no me ha gustado. Un saludo y, por otra parte, agradezco tu interés por mi tierra. Espero que disfrutes de lo que te guste.
Que paradoja que uno que se dedica a ensuciar con su “arte”? Seguro que basura. Parte de los impuestos se destinen a limpiar tus garabatos de pijo (cada bote de pintura de 15 a 30 euros) también esos impuestos van a la policía que tu retas con tus guarradas, ya sabes no pidas nada del estado ni la pensión que también se recauda con impuestos de todos. No seas tan hipócrita
Cool. I am disgusted with people defacing property that does not belong to them. If you want to make an impact, go door to door and find shop owners who agree with your views. Get their permission to create real art work as an artist and not a criminal. The fact is, regardless of what you did, graffiti is found on private property all the time. Just look at those beautiful wood doors where the lady used to live. That is not government property. That is not protest. That is a jackass trying to feel cool. There is graffiti art in the big city next to my town. It is art. It is allowed by the shop owners as a merial - a form of expression. You find almost no unauthorized graffiti or tagging.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American No entiendes nada, es lo normal en una persona mayor que ya está habituada a su propio criterio y ve erróneo lo demás. Lo que mencionas se llaman murales y los murales son trabajos. Un graffitero trabaja casualmente, el resto del tiempo lo hace por amor al arte. ¿O yo te digo que te apuntes al ejército, que seas mercenario, porque te guste la armería? No. Pero bien que te gusta y bien que habrás disparado más de una vez en distintos campos de tiro. ¿Crees que eso no tiene un impacto mediambiental negativo? Acaba con la fauna, genera niebla, contamina el aire... ¿Y me pongo a darte discursos sobre ello? ¿Te digo que no lo hagas? ¿Creo un vídeo manipulando? No hago nada de eso. Me parece muy gracioso como solo un portón, el que mencionas en varios comentarios, te sujeta todo el argumento. Es tan fácil derribar tu discurso... con tan solo decirte que quien ha pintado dicho portón es un niño de 14 años, primerizo, que no entenderá el respeto por lo ajeno hasta que le toque aprenderlo, se te dice todo. A este tipo de gente se le llama "toys", palabra que viene directamente de tu tierra. Tienes que solidificar mejor la base de lo que expones porque una pintada en mal lugar no representa toda una cultura. De hecho, las pintadas en mal lugar son repudidas por nuestra cultura. Es como decirte que conozco un americano que consume fentanilo, entonces todos lo hacen. ¿Qué nivel, no? Y no, querido AMAA, no se protesta yendo puerta por puerta contra el gobierno de España. Se protesta llenando las calles y el transporte público de pintadas hasta que el problema sea tan visible, tan notorio, que genere vergüenza; vergüenza de que destinen 170M de euros a la inmigración ilegal mientras miles de españoles pasan hambruna, vergüenza de que destinen millones a nuestros políticos cuando solo son parásitos que forman más y más subramas gubernamentales para seguir enchufando distintos familiares en puestos de trabajo inventados y continuar ganando dinero a costa del contribuyente. Vergüenza de que todo esto ocurra pero no tengan la decencia de generar puestos de trabajo para los limpiadores, que cada vez son menos, con horarios abusivos y sueldos irrisorios. Se protesta colapsando un sistema que se ríe en nuestra cara, generando más pruebas de que es así, se ríen de nosotros. Ve a España y utiliza el tren, verás que los vagones están pintados desde los railes hasta el cableado superior. ¿Por qué? Porque a nuestro gobierno no le importa la integridad del pueblo, le importa la integridad de su cartera. A todo lo demás, sí son propiedades del gobierno. Que puedas ver uno, dos, tres casos donde los críos pintan donde no tienen que hacerlo.. es vuelta a la misma discusión de antes; no representa una mayoría. Y oye, me parece genial que se apoye el arte en la ciudad colindante de donde vives. Eso está genial. ¿Pero a que si pintas donde no debes y te atrapan, las consecuencias son realmente duras? Pues aquí no, aquí te dan un bocadillo en el calabozo y después de 4h te puedes ir a casa, con una multa que no vas a pagar por declararte insolvente. ¿Entiendes por dónde van los tiros? El problema es estructural desde arriba hacia abajo, el de abajo hace lo que le permita el de arriba. ¿O no entiendes bien la consecuencia de las malas políticas? Tienes ejemplos prácticos como los vagabundos bajo tierra de Las Vegas, o los shop liftings de -900€ en Detroit. Hay que ser consecuente con lo que se dice y se cree AMAA.
@@JaimitusFerMirando Trabajo para gastar lo mío. Tú eres otro cascarrabias que no entiende ni gota de lo que se habla. Además de tener una bravería por internet que en persona se te cortaba rápido. Sigue juzgando que se te juzgará igual, además de criticar algo que no conoces. Sigue, que la vida te lo va a devolver.
I hate grafiti as much as yo do. In Spain authorities are not harsh with these vandals. I would put them in jail one night at least (0 tolerance). It is an eysore this blight. On other things, I don't mind Americans living in Spain. I also worked in the US 5 years. I bet you integrate well and can offer new things to us.
In America, you can get serious jail time for defacing a statue or monument, etc. You can get up to 10 years in prison for damaging a national monument.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American Yeah I know, but from your comments it seems that you think that only in Spain has graffiti and that we allow it, as if other cities and countries in Europe don't have it. It's something global.
31:13 in europe we use 220 volt. The big light switches is a stylistic choice, they used to be smaller, in the last 30 years they became bigger and bigger (but the socket behind is still pretty small, is just the plaque/switch that grew)
And when you need more switches, i think they can put up to 3 smaller ones in those same plaques. Google “bticino” to check them out, lol.
That is interesting. In America, it is the opposite. I have been in mansions that have all the light switches in an equipment closet using home automation equipment leaving only a few switches in each room often the exact same color as the wall they are mounted on.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American i’m talking pre-home automation stuff. i suppose they’re easier to press in a dark room when you have your hands busy, lol
I’m in italy, and my house switches are pretty old, and the size of my thumb.
Switches like the ones you show in the picture, those i’ve never seen.
@@conigliostressato - the picture is of switches in my living room. They are part of a lighting control system but are the same size as mechanical switches.
Magnífico video,poco a poco entenderas la cultura española ❤ Greetings from Spain
One day at a time!
11:54 the City of Arts and Science was designed by famed spanish starchitect Santiago Calatrava. His most famous work in the US is the World Trade Center Transportation Hub in NYC.
Very cool!
Usually public markets are owned by the city. Vendors pay a fee to the city to operate a stall in the market.
Makes sense. Thanks!
Hey! Those grafittis are not in the building wall, but in a metal fence placed there to cover some construction works in the building or just in front of the building
What about the graffiti on the brown wood door where the lady used to live? There was plenty of graffiti on walls that were not construction sites. I guess you guys just get used to it.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American yes, you are right. I saw it minutes later. Embarrassing
@@Average_Middle_Aged_AmericanDon't you have graffiti in the US? Because this crappy fashion comes from there.
Muy buen video. Un saludo desde Asturias
Thanks!
In Spain, the so-called central markets, where food is sold, are municipally owned, and the City Council, which is responsible for the maintenance of the building, rents the stalls to the vendors. Supermarkets like Mercadona or hypermarkets like Carrefour or Alcampo, are private chains, apart from the small stores, which are usually owned by the people who sell food in them, although in some cases the premises are owned by someone other than the person who sells the food, and who rents it.
I see. Thanks for the information.
I truly appreciate your interest in Spain, most restaurants have a 3 course menu that ranges from 10$ to 15$ including coffee, a drink and dessert. The Farm's or Municipal Market is own by the local government but each stall is a private owned business, I highly recommend visiting the markets because they reflect the essence of the culture and the people of each place. You can buy food and property at a much cheaper price in other places, these people live in a fancy place. I highly recommend you to do videos about Málaga, Granada, Alicante, Oviedo, Santander, San Sebastián, Cádiz, The Canary Islands, The outskirts of Madrid. Well there are a bunch of interesting places. Take care
So much to see and learn about. Thanks!
ruclips.net/video/pFdnn0unEzo/видео.htmlsi=3OraV0xfQeBowUJ- here's a link to one of the channels that has a lot of information about prices of real estate in the province of Valencia and Alicante, It has subtitles or captions in English.
@@alexissanchez852 - thanks!
5:30 Graffiti is not acceptable for us. It's just vandalism and you can be seriously fined for doing it.
14:55 EURIBOR, which is the reference rate in the European money market, is right now 2,63%.
Hola amigo mío de Estados Unidos. Me llamo Pedro y vivo ahora en el sur de Francia por cuestión de trabajo. Soy valenciano, amo España y amo Valencia con su cultura, sus fiestas, su rica comida y tradición familiar. Estoy contento de que se conozca mi bella ciudad, pero no me gusta en absoluto la perspectiva de una ciudad con mas turismo del que ya hay en el día de hoy. No quiero que esto se convierta en Barcelona, una ciudad magnifica, si, pero donde los propios barceloneses ya no pueden vivir en el centro y las calles están tan saturadas de turistas, que es un autentico calvario ir por la calle y donde gran parte de la originalidad, del alma de la ciudad y de la sociedad, se ha diluido en algo casi absurdo y sin sentido, en algo focalizado en un turismo rápido y masivo.
Deberías ver algún video que habla sobre las Fallas, una fascinante fiesta valenciana conocida internacionalmente, donde yo mismo he trabajado durante algunos años en la construcción de las mismas Fallas, guardo muy buenos recuerdos de mi trabajo en las Fallas, seguro que te sorprende, a todo el mundo le sorprende.
Me gusta hacer zaping en youtube y te conocí hace poco tiempo, pero he de decirte que me gusta tu contenido.
Un fuerte abrazo y te deseo lo mejor.
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El problema no es el turismo. Son los inmigrantes musulmanes y la sobre regulación de la vivienda.
El turismo es la cabeza de turco que ha escogido la izquierda para tapar su incompetencia.
Howdy from America! I can see how one could feel like they have lost their city or town to tourists. America is 19 times larger than Spain but only has 6 times the population. Tourists and immigration would definitely impact you sooner. A big hug back at you Pedro!
Dices bien querido compatriota ; saludos
@@redon-2833 - thanks!
It bothers me that they have much higher salaries and the prices of everything in Valencia are increasing, for those from Valencia it is becoming more and more expensive to live and salaries are not increasing
In some areas in America, we have "impact fees". These are extra fees or taxes for people that move into a certain area.
My house 25min from Valencia has 5 bathrooms, 5 rooms, pool, 3-car garage, was built in 2011, big yard and cost 300.000€ 2 years ago to give you an idea of the city prices.
If you go to areas like Beverly Hills in Spain, typically you'll start from 2-5 million, but you can get easily on 20-60 million
That is awesome!
5/5/3 in my area would be $1M - $5M depending on the lot and overall size.
Saludos desde Valencia
Howdy from America! 😀
hi from Balearic Islands! nice video! Lot of people wants to live in Valencia, but the most visited area of Spain by population is without a doubt the Balearic Islands, and may be one of the most visited places in the world. May be you want to react to it, I found a good video that is: Explore these Balearic Islands before you Die.
Hola! En el mundo hay maravillosas ciudades y fantásticos monumentos para visitar y estar unos dias. Como París, Moscú, Praga , Londres, Roma o Venecia. Pero para vivir......Valencia, Barcelona, Madrid, Málaga......😊😅❤ yo he nacido en Barcelona . No necesito nada más. Y he vivido una temporada en Manhattan, en la calle 44 con 3ª Avda. Muy bien. Estudiaba ingles. Hace muchos años. Regresé a mi casa. Mi casa como E.T. 😂 Barcelona, España.
I could never live in or near NYC but I have friends that do.
Asturias, Oviedo, Covadonga 👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks!
She said that that area is like the Beverly Hills of Valencia as a joke, because it's like a housing development with quite big houses and swimming pools and it's a semi private area, not because the houses cost the same, obviously.
Hace poco hablaba con un amigo sobre el tema, según él el país se esta vendiendo a extranjeros que vienen con mayor renta mientras los españoles tienen problemas para acceder a la vivienda, en mi opinión es una verdad parcial que no enfoca el problema, si tenemos una renta mucho mas baja comparada con estadounidenses o alemanes se debe a los altos impuestos de este país y a la baja productividad por hora, no significa que el español sea menos trabajador que el trabajador alemán o estadounidense pero, debido al entorno donde trabaja y especialmente a los sectores en los que se enfoca España donde el peso de la industria ha ido decreciendo desde mediados de los 80 hace que por lo general una hora de trabajo en este país genere menos riqueza que en otros, la solución no pasa por aislarnos si no por incrementar nuestra productividad y nuestra renta así sera mas complicado que los españoles se vean expulsados de los centros de las ciudades.
Por otra parte, el principal problema es la falta de construcción en las zonas donde hay mas demanda, se construyen pisos por debajo de la demanda que se estima, mientras eso sea así ya pueden venir mas o menos extranjeros que las casas serán cada vez mas inaccesibles, luego en España hay autenticas mansiones que cuestan menos dinero que un pequeño piso en una gran ciudad pero el problema es que están en zonas del país en las que no hay gente joven y nadie quiere mudarse allí.
Personalmente me da pena que aumenten discursos proteccionistas en ese sentido, primero porque no van a traer ninguna solución al problema y segundo porque quiero que los extranjeros se sientan cómodos y bien tratados en Valencia ciudad española y mediterránea, esas dos cosas hacen de esta una ciudad cosmopolita y espero que lo siga siendo mucho tiempo.
23:00 104€ for 3 , aprox 33€ each and no mandatory tipping. It's not cheap, but I don't consider it expensive
@Sensenick - just seems expensive when I am told people are making 1200 euros a month. All relative, I suppose.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American Estas un poco confundido....!!!! 1200 Euros. es el salario minimo obligatorio por ley... pero eso no quiere decir que la gente tenga ese salario, los unicos que lo cobran, son los emigrantes , trabajando en lavado de platos y vasos en restaurantes o mujeres suramericanas en el cuidado de personas mayores en sus casas teniendo habitacion y comida gratis, el hijo de mi pareja, dominicano, empezo hace tres años atras a trabajar con un salario de 1200 euros en un taller de coches, lleva tres años y este año su salario es de 1800 Euros al cambio con el dolar, actual ya sabes tambien como yo cuanto es...??? Un saludo J.S.
The Beverly Hills of Valencia is a rather comic way to put it
For that they have to go to Marbella or Altea in Alicante. Altea Hills is the name of the urbanization but it is a Russian ghetto and they might not like that.
@@susanaescriba977 Maybe Sotogrande is the first that comes to mind with exclusive mansions. Still close to Marbella but massive tourism sort of degradated the exclusivity.
Americans are welcome in spain ,because we find you funny ,😂 you makes us laugh ,so thats a good point . the meal it was 105 euros for 3 ,like 35 euros per person
Bulgaria is much cheaper country,much much and people move there too,has beaches too,its an option if your budget is less.and dont worry for being acepted as a foreigner we acept everyone from america ,europe and china
Its not that 35 euros is expensive in America, it just seemed expensive compared to rent or groceries in Spain.
Interesting comment. Are they welcome because you decide so? Look at how they work in Mexico and you might not like them as much.
They are languages not dialects, they are leagues derived from Vulgar Latin, Galician, Catalan, Valencian, Asturleones or Asturian... Greetings from Asturias
Interesting. Thanks!
except Basque, which is pre-Roman and the oldest living language in Europe
Catalan and valencian are the same language.
@@Ilar-en7lgDifferences between Catalan and Valencian
September 15, 2023
Curiosities
When it comes to the languages spoken in Spain, Catalan and Valencian are two variants that are often confused due to their similarities. Both are Romance languages that share historical and linguistic roots, but they also have notable differences that distinguish them. In this article, we will highlight the key similarities and differences between these two linguistic variants, which will help students and anyone interested in the topic to understand the subtleties of these languages.
History and Origins
Common Origins
Catalan and Valencian share a common origin that dates back to the Vulgar Latin spoken on the Iberian Peninsula during the Roman Empire. Over time, this Latin evolved and diversified into several Romance languages, including Catalan. The earliest written records of both languages date back to the 13th century, indicating that both variants have a long history.
Catalan and Valencian: Two Distinct Variants
Despite their common origins, Catalan and Valencian have developed independently over the centuries. The main historical difference lies in the influence of other languages and dialects. Catalan has been more influenced by languages like French and Italian, while Valencian has been more influenced by Spanish. This has led to notable differences in vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar.
Linguistic Similarities
Similarity in Writing
One of the most evident similarities between Catalan and Valencian is the way they are written. Both languages use the same alphabet, the Latin alphabet, and share a similar orthography. This means that written words in Catalan and Valencian look very similar, which can make reading and writing easier for those proficient in one of the two languages.
Common Grammar
The grammar of Catalan and Valencian also presents similarities. Both languages follow a similar grammatical structure, with verb conjugations and sentence formation following familiar patterns. This makes the transition between the two languages easier, as native speakers of one can understand the basic grammar of the other with relative ease.
Differences in Pronunciation and Vocabulary
Different Pronunciation
One of the most notable differences between Catalan and Valencian is pronunciation. The pronunciation of certain words and sounds varies significantly between the two variants. For example, vowels are pronounced differently in some words, and there are differences in intonation and accent. This can make it challenging for speakers of one language to understand and correctly pronounce the other.
Diverse Vocabulary
Vocabulary is another area where notable differences are found. Although they share a common lexical base, Catalan and Valencian have incorporated words from other languages throughout their history, leading to regional variations in vocabulary. Some words may be unique to a region or have slightly different meanings in both variants.
Cultural and Regional Influences
Catalonia and the Valencian Community
The linguistic differences between Catalan and Valencian are also influenced by cultural and regional factors. Catalonia and the Valencian Community are two autonomous regions of Spain with distinct cultural identities. This cultural diversity has influenced the linguistic variants of each region. For example, the Valencian variant often shows greater influence from Spanish due to its geographical proximity and shared history with the rest of Spain.
Current Use and Importance
Catalan and Valencian Today
Both Catalan and Valencian are co-official languages in their respective regions and are taught in schools. Both languages have a rich literary and cultural tradition, with literary works and plays written in both variants. However, Catalan generally has a more prominent status due to its wider use and stronger cultural influence at the international level.
In conclusion, Catalan and Valencian are two linguistic variants that share historical and grammatical similarities but also present notable differences in pronunciation and vocabulary. These differences are the result of cultural and regional influences over the centuries. Both languages are valuable and have an important place in the culture and identity of their respective regions. For students and language enthusiasts, exploring these similarities and differences can be an enriching experience that broadens their understanding of Spain's linguistic diversity. That being said, I won't be the one to contradict you, as I am not an expert in either Catalan or Valencian; I'll leave that to the experts. I can, however, talk to you about Asturian (Bable or Asturleonese Un saludo desde Asturias
We dont have security problems in Valencia with american immigrants and they are very nice people with similar filosophy of living and sense of humor
FFS have you seen what happened yesterday in Valencia?! Devastating flood. What a tragedy.
Terrible.
Antes de la pandemia del Covic, lña taxa hipotecaria estaba a 0%...!!! En el año 2024 a subido a 2,75 % , y ahora ,final de año mes de diciembre a bajado al 2,30% y la tendencia es a continuar la bajada de taxa hipotecaria, Esa taxa la maneja la U.E. desde Bruxelas, y siempre busca , inflacion 0. controlando que no suba la inflacion. Un saludo J.S.
Yo también odio los grafitis con toda mi alma. Miren las fotos antiguas de las ciudades.
España siempre ha tenido una mezcla de muchas culturas, no hay ningún problema con los Estadounidenses, ni de otros paises, el que
viene a contribuir para mejorar el país siempre es bienvenido, aunque si es cierto que en algunos lugares hay algunas protestas
por el exceso de turismo masificado, que modifica la forma tranquila de vivir de los locales, pero si tenemos más de 80.000.000 de
turistas al año que vienen a disfrutar de este país, estamos contentos que lo disfruten con nosotros, hay un dicho popular en España,
vive y deja vivir, eso representa bastante nuestra forma de ser, saludos.
I think it is similar everywhere. Great tourist and great. Bad tourists are not. Happy Holidays!
Que vengan de estados unidos me gusta soy de valencia me gustaría una vez a estados unidos hacer la ruta66 i muchos lugares de ayi un saludo 😊
It is crazy out west. You can drive all day long and never see anyone. lol.
En primer lugar soy Valenciano y pienso que la turistificacion masiva destruye cualquier ciudad desde Valencia o Barcelona o Venecia en el extranjero por ejemplo luego la inmigracion ya es excesiva y es el principal problema de acuerdo con el C.I.S ( Centro de Investigaciones Sociologicas) una encuesta oficial del gobierno que pregunta sobre multiples cosas en cuanto al Valenciano es un lenguaje separado del Catalan con 8 siglos de historia propia una edad dorads del idioma de distinta epoca al Catalan y una Academia Oficial de la lengua Valenciana de expertos creada por el gobierno de la region propia independiente de la Catalana como idiomas separados que son ; saludos
Que venga inmigrantes de países ricos a nuestra ciudad, está haciendo que los locales no podamos alquilar o comprar viviendas. Es un problema que cada vez se agrava más y más y que no se hable de esto y sí de lo bien que está nuestro país hace que por una parte nuestro país se esté empobreciendo (porque la gente de a pie no ve ni un euro del dinero que se gastan) y por otra parte que se esté generando rechazo hacia la turistificación y a la gente que viene de fuera en general. Por que te hagas una idea el sueldo mínimo en España son 1000 euros y los alquileres medios en Valencia están entre 1300-1500.
Habitualmente no vamos a restaurantes tan caros todos los días, sólo en ocasiones especiales.
Puzol no es el Beberlyhills de España, te diría que lo es Marbella.
El valenciano es una lengua que deriva del latín. Hay varias lenguas a parte del valenciano y el castellano (castellano = español)
Los interruptores son así de grandes por estética aunque ya ha pasado de moda que sean tan grandes como los de la casa de esa señora.
El video te intenta vender que vayas a Valencia a vivir porque el señor que ha subido el canal a youtube tiene una empresa que ayuda con los trámites para que te mudes a España.
A la larga sale mejor comprar una vivienda pero los bancos sólo dan un 80% del dinero que vale una propiedad para poder comprarla, entonces ahorrar ese dinero es complicado y mucha gente no tiene otra salida que alquilar.
Los intereses de las hipotecas están bastante altos ahora mismo. No soy una experta en el tema pero creo que rondan un 7%, aunque hay más tipos de intereses y no te lo sé explicar mejor.
Muy buen video, por cierto 😊
- thanks!
The median household income in Spain is 2700 euros. For the record, there are less than 50,000 Americans living among Spain's 50 million residents. That is .1% of the population.
Sí, si el problema viene sobretodo por los pisos turísticos, no gente que reside aquí todo el año, aunque hay más gente de otros países que viene aquí y que reside, no sólo gente americana, por ejemplo hay bastantes colonias inglesas.
Pero el problema principal es que las leyes no ayudan a la gente de aquí a que podamos esquivar esta bala, que es lo que se supone que deberían hacer los gobiernos, puesto que se considera que deberíamos tener un estado de bienestar y nos estamos acercando a un modelo de libre mercado para el que no estamos preparados y que la gente de aquí rechaza.
Valencia is a beautiful city and u are very welcomed
There are several problems related to graffiti. First, they are done late at night when no one sees them. Second, the fines are not as severe as they should be. Third, there are professional graffiti artists who do not destroy the artistic heritage, but there are some idiots who think that by putting their signature on the wall they are already somebody. I would make them pay a big fine and if they can't pay it, they should do community work to erase graffiti and maybe instead of fooling around they will learn a profession as respectable as being a painter.
A little suggestion: in the channel España Asombrosa you have a video of Palaces of Spain (palacios de España) that maybe you could find interesting
I will check it out. Thanks!
My opinion that Americans coming to live in Spain is not annoying for Spaniards as long as they respect our culture and adapt like other cultures that come to visit us or live, the best thing is that they feel comfortable in our country, and moment is like that, being a quiet, safe country, with good gastronomy, good weather, and an impressive history, I don't think there are many things that you don't like, so come and discover how happy we Spaniards and the people are here. foreigners
@@joseluisduranferro2825 - seems lovely.
My opinion as a local, impact fees must be stablished. It is getting out of hand. I am worried we could get into a non returning point were all the social network that built and preserved the livestyle of our city disolves into just an amusement park for turists and real state inversions for foreign buyers
El tamaño de los interruptores eléctricos no tiene nada que ver con el voltaje, en Europa nos gusta que sean grandes por cuestiones de estética y hay infinidad de diseños y colores.
Exactly the opposite here. Interesting.
Regarding the rates for morgages in Spain, I got one with 2,85%, but its because it includes bonus.
For this bonus you have to hire some insurances with the bank, like home insurance, life insurance or some private health insurance. The more you hire the more bonus you have for the rate calculation of your morgage.
Of course, they will check also your history of debts and if you are a good "in-time" payer. In Spain its better to have less debts.
Interesting. In America, you have to have homeowners insurance (fire, storm, etc) and mortgage insurance if you are financing too close to the value of the property.Our insurance can be quite expensive. $2000-$5000 per year is not uncommon for a normal home.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American wow¡¡ I pay for my home insurance like 60 euro per month, and for my life insurance 70.
2000-5000$ per year sounds like a lot.
Si te traslada más al Sur de España, Málaga, puede que te guste este video sobre su Semana Santa: ruclips.net/video/N-EzhFOI5XU/видео.html
Every city or town has its markets. They belong to the city council and each stall is private. There you can buy fresh, local, quality products. Fruit, vegetables, freshly caught fish, meat, olives, cheeses and sausages such as chorizos or morcillas produced in the countryside.
Nice!
Mortgage interest rates are around 2.0-3.5% so depending on the area and your situation it's better to get a mortgage, specially if it's fixed rate.
A couple of years ago it was 0.5-1.5%
Keep up making these videos!
WOW - that is low. Are the banks owned by the government?
@@Average_Middle_Aged_AmericanPrivate banks.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American No, of course not 🤦🏼♀️
@@Ilar-en7lg - well at 2-3% they are not making any money…
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American I don't know, I think they are making money, otherwise they wouldn't be operating. I guess they get money in other ways, but the government doesn't own any banks, they are all private.
So in Spain we have other co-official languages, basque, catalán and galician are the main ones, (there are other languages like aragonese, astur-leonese etc. But not so many people speak them) valencian is a dialect of catalan (altho valencians will say It isn't but😂) is another language completly, It comes from latin as spanish but It's from the branch of occitan if i remember correctly, is like if french and spanish had a baby with a bit of italian, basically Spain was formed by different kingdoms with their own languages and ethnicities, with time castillian (spanish) expanded because the kigdom of castille was the power house of the peninsula, leaving the other languages in the extremes of the country because they had less direct contact with castillian speakers, basque language for example is not even related to latin we think it's an ancient language previous to the expansion of indoeuropean languages (Celtic, latin, etc.) that survived due to local isolation etc.
I'm valencian and I say that catalan and valencian are the same language but different dialect 😊
America has no official language. 40-45 million Americans speak Spanish.
I didnt know Valencian is a dialect from Catalan. Surprising.
In Spain it is not difficult to get a mortgage, for 40 years and it is much cheaper than paying rent but the problem is having a permanent and secure job for a long time, those who find it get involved but many do not take the risk because the The change in job possibilities is very continuous. Today you can live in Valencia and tomorrow you will be in any other city because of the job offer.
@@joseluisduranferro2825 - interesting. Thanks for sharing!
I would say Valencia or Malaga are the best cities for expats. There's no issue Americans move to Spain or any other nationality. If people behave and try to get integrated, all is fine. If not, it creates friction and affects everyone. A mature country should embrace migrants who wants to get integrated.
Nice!
Hola , para alemanes, británicos y franceses no hay ningún problema, ellos vienen a España desde los años 60 y sus nietos siguen viniendo, y personas de otras partes de Europa por millones. Busque turismo alemán en Mallorca, es la isla de Los Alemanes y de los británicos.
En Canarias sucede igual. Los norteamericanos sería lo mismo.
Políticos importantes europeos y aristócratas, artistas, u hombres de negocios, veránean cada año en España en sus propias casas .
A hundred euro is per everything proly, I mean paella and all the rest. A paella which is for about 4 people, costs around 100 euro. People usually go to a restaurant usually on weekends, so 4 friends expend about 25 euros each for a delicious paella infront of the beach. Not expensive at all
104 euros for three people eating paella on the beach front is expensive??? You will find lower prices, but not on a terrace by the sea.
Seems expensive when you are talking about rent being 1000 euros.
That would be equivalent to $200 - $300 for lunch in America.
No big deal, just found it interesting.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American In Spain you will find a huge number of different prices in restaurants. None of us would consider it expensive to eat a good paella by the sea for just over 30 euros per person. But you will also find very good paellas in Valencia included in the "menu of the day" for less money. Spaniards love eating and drinking outside the home, it is in our genes, it is an important trait of our character. We already assume that part of our salary ends up in bars and restaurants. We save it on psychologists.
@@taranvainas - LOL!
I seems more Americans want to stay home and invest in their "castle" and more Spaniards want to go out be social and invest in their activities.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American Oh, you can't even imagine! Here we think any excuse is good enough to be outside. For us, a terrace in the sun is like honey for a bear. And let's not even talk about how much we love a party! I recommend that you react to a video about the many and varied parties we have here, many of them really spectacular, they will surprise you and with some of them you will laugh like crazy. No other country in the world loves parties so much.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American Maybe the correct term in English is not "party" but "festival"? Yes, definitely, look it up under "spanish festivals" and be amazed.
Edit: You'll like this one: "7 Festivals you must experience in Spain"
There are no so many ancient buildings in NORTH America. But South America is plenty of it because the Empire
Those switches are common all over Europe, and I don't think any European would see anything strange about them or think they are huge, because they are like that everywhere. I didn't know that outside of Europe they would be considered weird.
They are just so much bigger than ours. Like I said in the video, some people have 6 or 7 or 8 switches next to each other on a wall. That would look insane with those large paddles. JMO.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American Ah ok, I don't know. I think I've seen several american youtubers showing their homes, and I believe they had those switches but I could be wrong.
@@Ilar-en7lg - The switches I showed at my house are actually bigger than our smaller switches and mine are probably 50-60% smaller in width than the ones at the lady's home.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American Ah ok I see, I thought they were more or less the same everywhere.
If u rent long time u start feeling kinda throwing ur money, on the contrary, investing at the end of the day, provides u with ur own property
For spanish people 1800 euros is more than the money that we win per month, its really very expensive
Prices will depend on size and quality. It'll 4 hundred k as she said to even some million per mansion
Valencian is a different language than Spanish. They are related linguistically, but even more similar to Italian that to Spanish (I do speak it)
Hi, is it possible to put a link here?
@Ilar-en7lg - usually. Or copy paste entire title and channel.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American Yes, I tried to paste a link here twice, but I think Google deleted it along with my comments.
The video I wanted you to see is this one: ‘Stumbling Upon A Hidden GEM On Spain's North Coast. Welcome To Llanes, Asturias’ from a channel on RUclips called Steve Marsh.
It's about a small town in the north of Spain. Maybe you like it, and want to comment about it one day. Thank you
@@Ilar-en7lg- I will check it out. Thanks!
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American No problem, thank you!
@@Ilar-en7lg - reaction view made and published! - Thanks!
In Spain there not gated or semigated comunities, its very safe , unless of course you are Royal Family member
Really? We have 5 or 6 different levels of security in communities.
not gated - normal roads
not gated - but only one way in and out
gated with electronic access
gated with guard
gated with armed guard
gated with armed guards and armed patrols
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American Interesting, here there are urbanizations with gates with private security, the most expensive but they are not armed. Do you know that here there is nothing similar to your second amendment? You can have shotguns for hunting, with permits and legal documentation, but no weapons, nor can you go around with them as if they were accessories. You can't even use them for alleged self-defense.
@@susanaescriba977 - 2nd amendment is a big deal in America. We will never be invaded and never fear our own government. Most can’t understand it if they were not raised in USA.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_AmericanYou will never be invaded and you will never fear your own country? Lol
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American That's very sad. The US is very similar to south america.
Imagine being anti-graffiti in 2024 when most of our current visual language and art comes from the street art revolution of the ‘80s and ‘90s lol.
Advertising is waaay worst.
Also, civilization started when cavemem learnt how to draw on walls, and since then we never stopped. If you visit ancient ruins or catacombs, you’ll see that they’re full of ancient “vandalism”. The idea of clean, picture perfect cities has nothing to do with reality. The only clean cities are the ones who are not cities anymore, and have become tourist attractions.
Oh boy, now i *really* want you to react to BERLIN KIDZ, an amazing documentary about graffiti writers in Berlin. But it’s like 90 minutes long (also, BERLIN KIDZ 2 is better, but i cannot find it anymore).
We can agree to disagree on this one. 🙂
@@Average_Middle_Aged_Americanplease, pleasw, please: check ogt BERLIN KIDZ, lol
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American please, please, please: react to BERLIN KIDZ 😬
Un niñato firmando en una pared no es arte. Es vandalismo.
No es Velázquez pintando la Rendición de Breda.
I don't like graffiti either and if I had the power I assure you that this vandalism would end because the fines and punishment were going to be exemplary. If it bothers you as much as it does, I recommend that you don't go to Italy, Rome, Naples and the other cities. important and touristy places are really sad, it's depressing. I want to tell you that this fashion was born in Philadelphia, USA. If they had cut it in time, perhaps that disgusting fashion would not have reached Europe.
@joseluisduranferro2825 - LOL. I am still going to Italy and you cant blame America for.something you dont fix in your own country. There is no grafitti in my town.
Valencian is a dialect quite similar than Catalán
If you are told that in Valencia they speak Catalan, it is not correct. In Valencia they speak Valencian and Castilian (Spanish). It is a bilingual community. With two official languages. Valencian is very old, with texts from 1253 much older than Catalan. For political reasons in recent decades universities and institutions have become politicized, claiming that Valencian is Catalan, that all those who speak Catalan are Catalan and their lands are Catalonia. The best thing is to say that in Valencia they speak Valencian and everyone is happy. The Valencians because they recognize their language and the separatists of Catalonia and Catalan imperialists also because they consider that Valencian is Catalan. When in reality it is in the Kingdom of Valencia where it was consolidated as a language and its use as proven by texts and books.
@@A.Valero_J Ya lo sé, sólo dije que se parecen. Tranquilo XD
Well, we are all foreigners and migrants. Why are you born in a country and are a proud to be american. french, german...? It`s only by chance.
I am proud of what my country stands for and does for the world.
I am sure I do not need to make a list.
Yes, being born in a certain place is luck.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American That`s a nice answer and i agree, but at least we can only be proud of our own achievements.
If you are told that in Valencia they speak Catalan, it is not correct. In Valencia they speak Valencian and Castilian (Spanish). It is a bilingual community. With two official languages. Valencian is very old, with texts from 1253 much older than Catalan. For political reasons in recent decades universities and institutions have become politicized, claiming that Valencian is Catalan, that all those who speak Catalan are Catalan and their lands are Catalonia. The best thing is to say that in Valencia they speak Valencian and everyone is happy. The Valencians because they recognize their language and the separatists of Catalonia and Catalan imperialists also because they consider that Valencian is Catalan. When in reality it is in the Kingdom of Valencia where it was consolidated as a language and its use as proven by texts and books.
Valencian and Catalan are the same language, saying otherwise is bullshit.
Of course graffiti bothers us and of course it's punished, but the idiots who do it do it at night and the police don't usually catch them. The city council cleans them up all the time, but they always do more. And Spain is not the European country with the most graffiti, go to Rome, Paris or Berlin and you will see what graffiti is.
Then your punishments are not harsh enough.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American Maybe
Does 104€ for 3 people in a restaurant on the beach seem expensive to you?
It's only $37 per person, drinks included.
And €104 is the TOTAL final price, without adding 20 or 30 percent more in "tips".
True, except I just saw a video about people tipping in Spain.
I also am comparing it to the rent.
100 for lunch vs 1000 for rent?
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American In Spain, tips are also given.
But they are a way of thanking a good service, not to cover up hidden labor exploitation of poorly paid employees.
They aren't mandatory.
In this meal they probably left €110 on the plate, received €6 back and left that €6 as a tip. Maybe even less.
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You can eat in a restaurant the "Menu of the day" (a complete menu with starter, first course, maybe second course, dessert and drink) for 15 to 20€ and from there on up anything you want.
@@ializarg - tips are not mandatory in America either. I know people making $5k-$10k per month in restaurants and bars. I know people that have had $1000 days. Tips are not charity for the poor, it is just part of our economic system.
Bear in mind that lunch is the big meal of the day so consider if that would be overpriced for dinner for 3 in a restaurant in the US. It is a completely different lifestyle. After well over 9 years, I have not tired of living here.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American Well, that price is the cheap one. The more tourists, the more expensive, the more foreigners you come, the higher it will go. For food, houses, etc.... it is called speculation and Spain is a highly speculated country already the rest of the Europeans. Now all that's missing is the Americans to finish exploiting the system.
Como viejo adolescente que pasó su juventud pintando graffitis al rededor de toda España, siempre respetando las fachadas de los edificios particulares y pintando piezas (graffitis reales, no tags) estoy disgustado con tu take acerca de este tema.
Es una forma que tiene nuestra juventud de retar la ley/policía y quemar adrenalina. Una forma sana que no daña más que alguna estructura, siempre (o en su gran mayoría) edificios y estructuras que son del gobierno.
El gobierno nos roba millones de euros al año en unos impuestos abusivos que no van a ningún lado, más que a sus bolsillos. Si ese dinero se destinase en limpieza, no solo habría más empleo, sino que las calles se verían mejor y no hubieras llegado a pensar eso.
Prefiero que la juventud de mis calles se dedique al graffiti y expresar su arte, aunque pocos tengan arte, a que se dedican al maleanteo y vayan armados por las calles, perdiendo la vida en peleas de bandas que no tienen ningún sentido más que "quedar como el más gallo"
Es la primera vez que veo tu canal, llegué al minuto 17 y me encontré con esto. No estoy contento y entiendo que desde fuera pueda verse de otra manera, pero aún así no me ha gustado.
Un saludo y, por otra parte, agradezco tu interés por mi tierra. Espero que disfrutes de lo que te guste.
Que paradoja que uno que se dedica a ensuciar con su “arte”? Seguro que basura. Parte de los impuestos se destinen a limpiar tus garabatos de pijo (cada bote de pintura de 15 a 30 euros) también esos impuestos van a la policía que tu retas con tus guarradas, ya sabes no pidas nada del estado ni la pensión que también se recauda con impuestos de todos. No seas tan hipócrita
Cool. I am disgusted with people defacing property that does not belong to them. If you want to make an impact, go door to door and find shop owners who agree with your views. Get their permission to create real art work as an artist and not a criminal. The fact is, regardless of what you did, graffiti is found on private property all the time. Just look at those beautiful wood doors where the lady used to live. That is not government property. That is not protest. That is a jackass trying to feel cool. There is graffiti art in the big city next to my town. It is art. It is allowed by the shop owners as a merial - a form of expression. You find almost no unauthorized graffiti or tagging.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American No entiendes nada, es lo normal en una persona mayor que ya está habituada a su propio criterio y ve erróneo lo demás.
Lo que mencionas se llaman murales y los murales son trabajos. Un graffitero trabaja casualmente, el resto del tiempo lo hace por amor al arte. ¿O yo te digo que te apuntes al ejército, que seas mercenario, porque te guste la armería? No. Pero bien que te gusta y bien que habrás disparado más de una vez en distintos campos de tiro. ¿Crees que eso no tiene un impacto mediambiental negativo? Acaba con la fauna, genera niebla, contamina el aire... ¿Y me pongo a darte discursos sobre ello? ¿Te digo que no lo hagas? ¿Creo un vídeo manipulando? No hago nada de eso.
Me parece muy gracioso como solo un portón, el que mencionas en varios comentarios, te sujeta todo el argumento.
Es tan fácil derribar tu discurso... con tan solo decirte que quien ha pintado dicho portón es un niño de 14 años, primerizo, que no entenderá el respeto por lo ajeno hasta que le toque aprenderlo, se te dice todo. A este tipo de gente se le llama "toys", palabra que viene directamente de tu tierra.
Tienes que solidificar mejor la base de lo que expones porque una pintada en mal lugar no representa toda una cultura. De hecho, las pintadas en mal lugar son repudidas por nuestra cultura. Es como decirte que conozco un americano que consume fentanilo, entonces todos lo hacen. ¿Qué nivel, no?
Y no, querido AMAA, no se protesta yendo puerta por puerta contra el gobierno de España.
Se protesta llenando las calles y el transporte público de pintadas hasta que el problema sea tan visible, tan notorio, que genere vergüenza; vergüenza de que destinen 170M de euros a la inmigración ilegal mientras miles de españoles pasan hambruna, vergüenza de que destinen millones a nuestros políticos cuando solo son parásitos que forman más y más subramas gubernamentales para seguir enchufando distintos familiares en puestos de trabajo inventados y continuar ganando dinero a costa del contribuyente. Vergüenza de que todo esto ocurra pero no tengan la decencia de generar puestos de trabajo para los limpiadores, que cada vez son menos, con horarios abusivos y sueldos irrisorios.
Se protesta colapsando un sistema que se ríe en nuestra cara, generando más pruebas de que es así, se ríen de nosotros.
Ve a España y utiliza el tren, verás que los vagones están pintados desde los railes hasta el cableado superior. ¿Por qué? Porque a nuestro gobierno no le importa la integridad del pueblo, le importa la integridad de su cartera.
A todo lo demás, sí son propiedades del gobierno. Que puedas ver uno, dos, tres casos donde los críos pintan donde no tienen que hacerlo.. es vuelta a la misma discusión de antes; no representa una mayoría.
Y oye, me parece genial que se apoye el arte en la ciudad colindante de donde vives. Eso está genial.
¿Pero a que si pintas donde no debes y te atrapan, las consecuencias son realmente duras? Pues aquí no, aquí te dan un bocadillo en el calabozo y después de 4h te puedes ir a casa, con una multa que no vas a pagar por declararte insolvente.
¿Entiendes por dónde van los tiros? El problema es estructural desde arriba hacia abajo, el de abajo hace lo que le permita el de arriba. ¿O no entiendes bien la consecuencia de las malas políticas? Tienes ejemplos prácticos como los vagabundos bajo tierra de Las Vegas, o los shop liftings de -900€ en Detroit.
Hay que ser consecuente con lo que se dice y se cree AMAA.
@@JaimitusFerMirando Trabajo para gastar lo mío. Tú eres otro cascarrabias que no entiende ni gota de lo que se habla. Además de tener una bravería por internet que en persona se te cortaba rápido. Sigue juzgando que se te juzgará igual, además de criticar algo que no conoces. Sigue, que la vida te lo va a devolver.
@@nxnverba no lo podria decir mejor👏👏👏 aunq viendo el fenotipo del pavo es mu normal q piense asi, es la version karen americana, un kkona
I hate grafiti as much as yo do. In Spain authorities are not harsh with these vandals. I would put them in jail one night at least (0 tolerance). It is an eysore this blight. On other things, I don't mind Americans living in Spain. I also worked in the US 5 years. I bet you integrate well and can offer new things to us.
In America, you can get serious jail time for defacing a statue or monument, etc.
You can get up to 10 years in prison for damaging a national monument.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American I buy that.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American And yet New York is full of them...
@@Ilar-en7lg - and I have NEVER complimented NY on ANYTHING.
@@Average_Middle_Aged_American Yeah I know, but from your comments it seems that you think that only in Spain has graffiti and that we allow it, as if other cities and countries in Europe don't have it. It's something global.
Valencian is a dialect of Catalan, Spanish is another language!
El valenciano es antes que el catalán se copiaron los catalanes del valenciano
@@FrankSoria-o6p When the fool takes the boundary, the boundary ends and the fool continues.
El Valenciano no es dialecto del Catalán es un lenguaje con 8 siglos de historia separadas y una Academia Oficial propia de la lengua .