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We moved to Ajijic, Mexico in Oct 2022. We sold everything, quit our jobs and started a new life. Let us share our experiences as Expats in Mexico! Find us on YouTube @ Truly Remarkable Life!

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Hear it directly from our growing LBTQIA+ Community in Ajijic, Mexico [Year-end Holiday Gathering]
Hear it directly from our growing LBTQIA+ Community in Ajijic, Mexico [Year-end Holiday Gathering] YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey

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10.01.2026 18:18 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
2025: A year of TRIVIA, TRIALS, and BRINGING PEOPLE TOGETHER in Ajijic, Mexico
2025: A year of TRIVIA, TRIALS, and BRINGING PEOPLE TOGETHER in Ajijic, Mexico YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey

We closed out the year with a massive Trivia Event that raised over 100k Pesos for charity!

Check it out and see a review of all we were involved in during 2025. We are looking forward to 2026 with you all!

Watch!

13.12.2025 16:19 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Fiestas, Food, Fireworks, & Fun in AJIJIC, MEXICO.  [The "Fiestas de San AndrΓ©s" - Nov 21-30]
Fiestas, Food, Fireworks, & Fun in AJIJIC, MEXICO. [The "Fiestas de San AndrΓ©s" - Nov 21-30] YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey

We went to the 9 day religious festival in our small town in Mexico ... and it probably isnt what you expect! Watch the full video....

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06.12.2025 13:48 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
WHAT'S NEXT (Part 2: K.J.) for us after being in Mexico for 3 years!
WHAT'S NEXT (Part 2: K.J.) for us after being in Mexico for 3 years! YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey

This week, KJ takes on the question of "Whats Next" for us? Video below.

#livinginmexico #ajijicmexico #lgbtlivingabroadLiving

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04.10.2025 16:05 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

We have been able to add another hotel to our remarkable local network to offer a discount to our subscribers on accomodations in Ajijic, Mexico!

Check out todays video tour of Estrellitas B&B Hotel and get instructions for booking.

Video below!
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22.09.2025 05:08 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
WHAT'S NEXT FOR US after being in Mexico for 3 years?
WHAT'S NEXT FOR US after being in Mexico for 3 years? YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey

So after 3 years in Mexico, what's next? How do we take what we have learned and move into the next phase? And... its a good thing to consider for anyone moving abroad. Here is what is in my mind right now...

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13.09.2025 17:32 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
NOW - NEW TOURS!  Private & Group tours of Ajijic/Lake Chapala, GDL, Mazamitla, Tequila & MORE!
NOW - NEW TOURS! Private & Group tours of Ajijic/Lake Chapala, GDL, Mazamitla, Tequila & MORE! YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey

See today's video for a beautiful example of one fun nearby town of Mazamitla, Mexico. Such a unique and surprising place. AND get the details on how to take a tour with our new local partner who is a experienced guide and driver.

Video link in comments below.

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06.09.2025 16:21 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
OUR NEW HOUSE in MEXICO - Tour our home with us!  Hacienda style home in Ajijic, Mexico.
OUR NEW HOUSE in MEXICO - Tour our home with us! Hacienda style home in Ajijic, Mexico. YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey

In today's video, 🏑 SEE Our New House in Mexico πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ ! Our "Hacienda-style" home is a huge adjustment from our previous townhouse-style. But it's a good adjustment to make!

Link to video:
youtu.be/VsKaJw8qJEg

31.08.2025 01:34 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
MOVING to our new place in AJIJIC, MEXICO - AND - Celebrating 5000 Subscribers!
MOVING to our new place in AJIJIC, MEXICO - AND - Celebrating 5000 Subscribers! YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey

Whats is it like to move while living in MΓ©xico? We share our experiences in today's video on YouTube!

Join us & over 5000 subscribers on our YouTube channel where we share what it was like to move to Ajijic, Mexico.

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23.08.2025 20:07 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
KJ's TALENT EXPLODES INTO FLAMES - RAKU CERAMICS FIRING PROCESS
KJ's TALENT EXPLODES INTO FLAMES - RAKU CERAMICS FIRING PROCESS YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey

Learning new things about yourself in your 50s can ignite a passion. See how this guy moved abroad and found he had a talent for something he had always hoped to do.

youtu.be/EmlyVVdJ2p4

02.08.2025 15:35 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
HOUSE HUNTING in AJIJIC, MEXICO - Tour 8 Long-term Rentals - Lake Chapala, Mexico!
HOUSE HUNTING in AJIJIC, MEXICO - Tour 8 Long-term Rentals - Lake Chapala, Mexico! YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey

How about a look at our search to find a new house?

Our leasing agent did an amazing job finding a range of homes for us to look at ... and we are sharing the experience with you.

Tour 8 properties... and guess which one we will soon call home.

See the video below...

26.07.2025 15:23 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Are SENTIMENTS toward Immigrants SHIFTING in MEXICO?  Living abroad in a changing world.
Are SENTIMENTS toward Immigrants SHIFTING in MEXICO? Living abroad in a changing world. YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey
19.07.2025 15:03 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The "golden cage" of San Miguel de Allende: A local perspective on gentrification in the world's best city It may be the best city in the world, but gentrification in San Miguel is pushing locals out, as our native columinst explains.

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19.07.2025 15:01 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
MEXICO FURNITURE TOUR & Services with Designer FORREST GLOVER [Guadalajara, Tonala, Tlaquepaque]
MEXICO FURNITURE TOUR & Services with Designer FORREST GLOVER [Guadalajara, Tonala, Tlaquepaque] YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey

Meet Forrest Glover of "Forrest Glover Design" - see our tour of the furniture & home goods industry in Guadalajara, TonalΓ‘ & Tlaquepaque Mexico.

See the link in the video description on YouTube (& pinned in YouTube comments) for a SPECIAL OFFER & contact info for Forrest.

Enjoy the video!

12.07.2025 16:36 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Getting our R.F.C. Tax ID number in MEXICO - Ciudad GuzmΓ‘n SAT Office
Getting our R.F.C. Tax ID number in MEXICO - Ciudad GuzmΓ‘n SAT Office YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey

In this week's video on our YouTube channel, we share our experience getting our R.F.C. in Mexico as Legal Residents.

Check out the video!
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22.06.2025 20:28 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
SHOP with me in a MEXICAN WALMART in AJIJIC, Mexico!
SHOP with me in a MEXICAN WALMART in AJIJIC, Mexico! YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey

Curious about what it is like to shop in Walmart in Mexico? Watch my video as is shop in Ajijic, Mexico.

youtu.be/JmG3hRACJ4M

#walmart #mexico #ajijic

07.06.2025 15:29 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
RETIRED LIFE IN AJIJIC, MEXICO - Adjusting to Retirement and Moving Abroad!
RETIRED LIFE IN AJIJIC, MEXICO - Adjusting to Retirement and Moving Abroad! YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey

Retirement is a huge life change... as is moving to a new country! In today's video, KJ shares his experience navigating both at the same time. Video below...

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01.06.2025 16:35 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
The MEAN STREETS of AJIJIC, MEXICO - Driving, Parking & Traffic in Ajijic & towns near Lake Chapala
The MEAN STREETS of AJIJIC, MEXICO - Driving, Parking & Traffic in Ajijic & towns near Lake Chapala YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey

We hope this will put your mind at ease about how to navigate the Mean Streets of Ajijic Mexico! We will see you in the streets!

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24.05.2025 15:48 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
SIDEWALKS of AJIJIC, Mexico!   |   WALK & TALK: Plaza, Centro, Carretera, Malecon, Side Streets
SIDEWALKS of AJIJIC, Mexico! | WALK & TALK: Plaza, Centro, Carretera, Malecon, Side Streets YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey

Come along with Craig in this "walk and talk" #video to see what it is like getting around on foot in Ajijic, Mexico. #Sidewalks... or sometimes, the lack there of, are just different here in #Mexico.

Link to video: youtu.be/8eeLg08bNLc?...

Follow us on #youtube.

17.05.2025 21:47 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
REAL TALK about moving abroad in AJIJIC, MEXICO ... and a look at the Ajijic Malecon!
REAL TALK about moving abroad in AJIJIC, MEXICO ... and a look at the Ajijic Malecon! YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey

Spend some time with Craig at the Ajijic Malecon, and get REAL about moving to Mexico.

Beyond all the noise and planning, there is a bigger picture. It's about learning, growing, and allowing the experience to change you.

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10.05.2025 17:13 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you so much!! Fingers crossed for your visas!!

26.04.2025 22:18 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
WOW! We are WORLD NEWS! Our viral interview with BBC MUNDO about AJIJIC, MEXICO & REVERSE MIGRATION
WOW! We are WORLD NEWS! Our viral interview with BBC MUNDO about AJIJIC, MEXICO & REVERSE MIGRATION YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey

Behind the story of how we got on the World Stage... for a minute. 😁 It was an honor to be interviewed and have our words shared by BBC Mundo. We hope we were able to represent the foreign community, AND our beloved Mexico with respect.

Link below... πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡
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12.04.2025 21:22 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We moved to Mexico 2.5 years ago! Now we are sharing our perspective of living in Ajijic, Mexico- then and now! Watch our video and please subscribe on YT to share the journey...

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#lgbtexpats #livinginmexico #ajijicmexico #movingabroad #trulyremakablelife

29.03.2025 15:51 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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FINALLY! New video now live!

Well... we underestimated our time and abilities... but we are realigning with what is most important! Find out what happened, and what we are doing going forward in this week's "Life Update" video.

Video Link in the comments below...

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16.03.2025 20:17 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
FOOD & COFFEE in SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE, MEXICO - A FOODIE DREAM
FOOD & COFFEE in SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE, MEXICO - A FOODIE DREAM YouTube video by Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey

FOODIES! See the amazing food and coffee in San Miguel de Allende Mexico. This town is phenomenal... and the FOOD. Wait until you see the MAPLE BACON CROISSANT ROLL!

Link to video youtu.be/DH24FX8iWyc?...

16.02.2025 21:37 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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*BONUS VIDEO NOW DROPPED**

THANKS to all for checking out our San Miguel Meetup Video!

Subscribe, like, share... get involved! Welcome (or welcome back!)

Thanks to Gringos R Us and we can't wait for the 2026 Meetup!

Link to video πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡

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06.02.2025 02:10 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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A few pics of our day in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico.

Subscribe FREE on YouTube for the full videos of this trip AND our usual programming of living in Ajijic, Mexico as foreigners. 😲

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24.01.2025 03:28 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We have arrived in beautiful San Miguel de Allende. See our channel for more about living and traveling in Mexico! Subscribe! It's free!

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23.01.2025 15:20 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Want to move to Mexico? We answer viewer questions in this weeks video. Check it out...

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Please like & share ... and be sure to subscribe on YouTube for more!

19.01.2025 20:30 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Truly Remarkable Life - 2 Gay Expats on a Journey We sold everything in Oct 2022 & started over in Ajijic, Mexico! Now, we are sharing our journey!

We are now on BlueSky! We are LGBT Expats in Mexico. Come join us on our YouTube channel and follow our journey!

youtube.com/@trulyremark...

19.01.2025 04:18 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0