We've only been here a month but wanted to share with you 10 things to know BEFORE moving to Merida, Mexico. There are of course more things but these 10 things to know are the start if you are considering a move to Merida, Mexico. Subscribe to follow us on our journey and for the latest tips for living abroad. Our Links: Blog- https://www.wanderingsoup.com/ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/WanderingSoup IG - https://www.instagram.com/wandering_soup YT- https://youtube.com/wanderingsoup Travel Tees: https://tinyurl.com/y47m72y5 Wandering Soup is the home for Kat, Amber and our family. We are Black Lesbian Expats who are "Wandering" around SE Asia and beyond. Expect vlogs on places we are at and places we are going. With the add on adventures of tasting new things, planning, packing, visas, home searches, products we like and the occasional picture of something that captures our interests. ​ Music: bensound.com 0:00 10 Things 2:01 Police Presence 4:19 Car Pros/Cons 6:19 Neighborhood Ratings 8:01 Seasonal Moves 10:03 Learn Spanish 11:38 The Bugs 13:36 Noise Levels 15:22 Household Gear 18:13 Water Drinking/Buying 21:14 Renting a Home

Even in the midst of Covid there are moments of joy and the Slow Food Market was one of those bright moments. We browsed, shopped and ate at what we've been told is a reduced version of the Slow Food Market. I would liken it to a Farmers Market in the U.S. Subscribe to follow us on our journey and for the latest tips for living abroad. Our Links: Blog- https://www.wanderingsoup.com/ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/WanderingSoup IG - https://www.instagram.com/wandering_soup YT- https://youtube.com/wanderingsoup Travel Tees: https://tinyurl.com/y47m72y5 Wandering Soup is the home for Kat, Amber and our family. We are Black Lesbian Expats who are "Wandering" around SE Asia and beyond. Expect vlogs on places we are at and places we are going. With the add on adventures of tasting new things, planning, packing, visas, home searches, products we like and the occasional picture of something that captures our interests. ​ Music: bensound.com

We decided to do our version of House Hunters in Merida, Mexico Wandering Soup Style with a view of a few homes that we saw along with our reasons for yay or nay. Hopefully you enjoy this view and it helps you when looking for your home in Merida, Mexico. Subscribe to follow us on our journey and for the latest tips for living abroad. Our Links: Blog- https://www.wanderingsoup.com/ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/WanderingSoup IG - https://www.instagram.com/wandering_soup YT- https://youtube.com/wanderingsoup Travel Tees: https://tinyurl.com/y47m72y5 Wandering Soup is the home for Kat, Amber and our family. We are Black Lesbian Expats who are "Wandering" around SE Asia and beyond. Expect vlogs on places we are at and places we are going. With the add on adventures of tasting new things, planning, packing, visas, home searches, products we like and the occasional picture of something that captures our interests. ​ Music: bensound.com

We are still adjusting to life in Mexico but wanted to share our thoughts on Mexico vs SE Asia if you are considering a move to either. This is just our opinion based on living in SE Asia and Merida, Mexico only! Hopefully this will help anyone who is considering either country or region. Subscribe to follow us on our journey and for the latest tips for living abroad. Our Links: Blog- https://www.wanderingsoup.com/ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/WanderingSoup IG - https://www.instagram.com/wandering_soup YT- https://youtube.com/wanderingsoup Travel Tees: https://tinyurl.com/y47m72y5 Wandering Soup is the home for Kat, Amber and our family. We are Black Lesbian Expats who are "Wandering" around SE Asia and beyond. Expect vlogs on places we are at and places we are going. With the add on adventures of tasting new things, planning, packing, visas, home searches, products we like and the occasional picture of something that captures our interests. ​ Music: bensound.com 0:00 Mexico vs SE Asia 2:36 Housing 6:12 Transportation 8:45 Food 12:11 Clothing/Shopping/Hair 19:08 Medical 20:41 Health Insurance 21:50 Education 24:03 Ease of Transition 26:08 Winner!

Sharing our walk around Plaza Grande in Centro - Merida, Mexico. Centro is a beautiful neighborhood in the center of the city and Plaza Grande is beautiful square in the center of it all! A great way to spend an afternoon or evening once the sun sets. Subscribe to follow us on our journey and for the latest tips for living abroad. Our Links: Blog- https://www.wanderingsoup.com/ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/WanderingSoup IG - https://www.instagram.com/wandering_soup YT- https://youtube.com/wanderingsoup Travel Tees: https://tinyurl.com/y47m72y5 Wandering Soup is the home for Kat, Amber and our family. We are Black Lesbian Expats who are "Wandering" around SE Asia and beyond. Expect vlogs on places we are at and places we are going. With the add on adventures of tasting new things, planning, packing, visas, home searches, products we like and the occasional picture of something that captures our interests. ​ Music: bensound.com

Ya'll we are having a culture shock moment or two with our move from Vietnam to Mexico and as always we had to share with you. And being honest its really just us complaining about food delivery and sharing our Sunday with you in Merida, Mexico! Subscribe to follow us on our journey and for the latest tips for living abroad. Our Links: Blog- https://www.wanderingsoup.com/ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/WanderingSoup IG - https://www.instagram.com/wandering_soup YT- https://youtube.com/wanderingsoup Travel Tees: https://tinyurl.com/y47m72y5 Wandering Soup is the home for Kat, Amber and our family. We are Black Lesbian Expats who are "Wandering" around SE Asia and beyond. Expect vlogs on places we are at and places we are going. With the add on adventures of tasting new things, planning, packing, visas, home searches, products we like and the occasional picture of something that captures our interests. ​ Music: bensound.com

We have started our rental homes search in Merida, Mexico and it's been a journey! We've learned so much in a very short period of time when it comes to looking for a home in Merida, Mexico and wanted to share it all with you. Subscribe to follow us on our journey and for the latest tips for living abroad. Our Links: Blog- https://www.wanderingsoup.com/ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/WanderingSoup IG - https://www.instagram.com/wandering_soup YT- https://youtube.com/wanderingsoup Travel Tees: https://tinyurl.com/y47m72y5 Wandering Soup is the home for Kat, Amber and our family. We are Black Lesbian Expats who are "Wandering" around SE Asia and beyond. Expect vlogs on places we are at and places we are going. With the add on adventures of tasting new things, planning, packing, visas, home searches, products we like and the occasional picture of something that captures our interests. ​ Music: bensound.com 0:00 house hunting in merida 2:15 Airbnb/VRBO/Hotel 4:10 Use a realtor or local 7:23 Drive the city before deciding 8:37 Don't rent sight unseen 10:03 Unfurnished homes 15:29 Shop local 16:37 Cost to rent

We ventured out today and enjoyed brunch and a walk in our "temporary" neighborhood in Merida. We wanted to share with you the food and the view. The walk was great, the coffee was fantastic and the sun was hot! Be sure to follow in the coming weeks as we show our home search and move and of course more of Merida including food, sights and pricing for those considering relocating to Merida. Subscribe to follow us on our journey and for the latest tips for living abroad. 0:00 Starting our day 1:37 Drive in Francisco de Montejo 6:58 Brunch at Marago Coffee 18:22 Walk in Francisco de Montejo Our Links: Blog- https://www.wanderingsoup.com/ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/WanderingSoup IG - https://www.instagram.com/wandering_soup YT- https://youtube.com/wanderingsoup Travel Tees: https://tinyurl.com/y47m72y5 Wandering Soup is the home for Kat, Amber and our family. We are Black Lesbian Expats who are "Wandering" around SE Asia and beyond. Expect vlogs on places we are at and places we are going. With the add on adventures of tasting new things, planning, packing, visas, home searches, products we like and the occasional picture of something that captures our interests. ​ Music: bensound.com

Flying to Mexico during a pandemic was the longest 40hrs EVER! But we made it, safe and sound. We go into detail about the journey and share some tips for those who may be flying or riding the ADO bus. Subscribe to follow us on our journey and for the latest tips for living abroad. Our Links: Blog- https://www.wanderingsoup.com/ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/WanderingSoup IG - https://www.instagram.com/wandering_soup YT- https://youtube.com/wanderingsoup Travel Tees: https://tinyurl.com/y47m72y5 Wandering Soup is the home for Kat, Amber and our family. We are Black Lesbian Expats who are "Wandering" around SE Asia and beyond. Expect vlogs on places we are at and places we are going. With the add on adventures of tasting new things, planning, packing, visas, home searches, products we like and the occasional picture of something that captures our interests. ​ Music: bensound.com 0:00 Leaving Vietnam 3:35 All Nippon 5:45 Air Canada 12:22 Landing in Cancun 15:30 ADO Bus