The Cuban Carlos Quintana, who lives in Austin, Texas, has decided to sell his food trailer and return to Cuba.
In a video posted on social media, the entrepreneur claims that he no longer wants to continue living in the United States and prefers to return to the island, where he hopes to start anew.
"Good day, my name is Carlos Quintana. Right now, I would like to sell my trailer, folks, I'm offering it with everything, with everything, with everything," says the Cuban as he showcases his business on wheels, fully equipped and ready to continue operating.
The trailer, which is offered for $12,000, includes refrigerators, a freezer, an iron, a four-burner stove, a metal roof, a microwave, and compartments for storing drinks and food.
"The trailer is refinanced; I have almost paid half," explains Quintana, who insists that the delivery includes 'everything,' even the accessories and interior equipment.
During the video tour, he proudly showcases the internal structure of his business and details the conditions it faces, but he also hints at the exhaustion and frustration that lead him to decide to leave behind what many call the American dream.
Although he does not specify the exact reasons for his return, Quintana comments that he "does not want to continue living here in the United States," a statement that reflects the disillusionment of many Cubans who emigrated in search of economic stability, only to end up facing debt, stress, and a life far from their families.
Quintana's case adds to a trend that has started to become visible on social media: Cubans who decide to return to the island, fatigued by the pressures of the immigration system, the high cost of living, and the challenging adaptation to the American lifestyle.
While some users have expressed surprise at his decision, others congratulate him for prioritizing his personal well-being over life in a country where— as many acknowledge— “not everything is as it seems.”
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