A Wanderful Life

**LET'S TALK PROTESTS IN MEXICO CITY!!!!!**
If you’re following my channel, you know I’m currently sharing a Mexico City travel series. You may have seen the recent headlines about protests against gentrification and mass tourism in some neighborhoods like Roma and Condesa. As someone born and raised in NYC, I deeply understand loving your city and wanting to protect it after watching it change in ways that don’t always feel best or fair.
During my time in CDMX, I was met with generosity and warmth from locals. But I also recognize that there are very real frustrations around rising rents, displacement, and cultural erasure. These aren’t simple issues, and I won’t pretend to have any answers, BUT I do believe travel can be both joyful and responsible.
So if you’re watching my videos and planning your own trip to Mexico City, I encourage you to:
✨ Support locals intentionally – Go to markets, family-run cafés and hotels and buy from local artisans
✨ If possible, travel slow and visit places not on your timeline
✨ Learn some Spanish phrases

There’s space for respect on all sides. I love Mexico City and believe it’s possible to explore it in a way that uplifts the culture and not just consume it.
My last few videos will continue sharing beautiful parts of the city and I hope they inspire thoughtful travel and show respect and love for Mexico City and its people.
Happy Travels!

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Si has estado siguiendo mi canal, sabes que actualmente estoy compartiendo una serie de viajes por la Ciudad de México. Tal vez ya viste los titulares recientes sobre las protestas contra el turismo masivo y la gentrificación en algunos barrios como Roma y Condesa. Como alguien nacida y criada en Nueva York, entiendo profundamente la tensión entre amar tu ciudad y verla cambiar de formas que no siempre se sienten justas o correctas.
Durante mi tiempo en CDMX, me encontré con generosidad y calidez por parte de la gente local. Pero también reconozco que hay frustraciones reales relacionadas con el aumento de rentas, el desplazamiento y la pérdida cultural. No son temas simples, y no pretendo tener las respuestas, pero sí creo que viajar puede ser algo alegre y también responsable.
Así que si estás viendo mis videos y planeando tu propio viaje, te animo a:
✨ Apoyar a los negocios locales de forma intencional – visita mercados, cafeterías familiares y artesanos locales
✨ Mantenerte con curiosidad y humildad
✨ Aprender algunas frases en español
Hay espacio para el respeto de todos los lados. Amo la Ciudad de México, y creo que es posible explorarla de una forma que valore y enaltezca su cultura, no que solo la consuma.
Mis últimos videos continuarán mostrando partes hermosas de la ciudad más allá del camino típico—y espero que inspiren un viaje consciente y lleno de respeto y amor por la Ciudad de México y su gente.
Con cariño!

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@DianaLundy

Well said 💚

3 months ago | 1  

@MJL1212

Really important message to keep in mind. Thanks for sharing 🖤

3 months ago | 0  

@KontrolledKaoz

I agree dear💯. I truly believe this stems from what is happening to them in the states @ deportations. While this is an issue and needs to be addressed accordingly witin the confines of law with true justice and prudence. The conspiratorial side of me believes there is a hidden hand for what is happening in CDMX. What perfect timing they go ham on the gringos after what they went through and to add injury to insult as if tensions werent any worse Mexico just beat Usa in a competetive soccer match. There is too many correlations and ironys for me not to think this way. The Elites want a race war bar none!!! They will use any tool or tactic to make this a reality. I see this in sports for instance Caitlin Clark vs Angel Reese and how they place both races against each other on purpose and many other instances. I dont follow that train of thought i live my life in good spirit and deal with people on a face to face basis. Life is too short to put labels or classifications on things or people. Love those that love you in return. Screw the matrix and drama that follows. You are only one person live your life with pure intention and you will reap its rewards. This rabbit hole that where in goes deeper than we can fathom. Until then stay blessed and stay safe!!

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@portableregulationstudio

Thank you so much. I'm visiting cdmx later this month and appreciate the insight.

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