MOVING MY ENTIRE LIFE FROM CANADA TO BULGARIA | Flight Vlog + Apartment Tour

[@AlinaMcleod]

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[@kardinalcareokekylexy5738]

Serendipity not synchronous

[@jeffgreenwaldJLG]

I used Airalo in Spain and it was great!

[@ПопулярновБългария]

Finally! Welcome Alina!

[@CommandoMaster]

I tried ur code, but it doesn't work cuz I already used Airalo before. Only 1st time purchase...

[@MacedonianBro]

Why you didnt choose Macedonia?! SO sad :(

[@camedia7291]

Hey Alina, welcome to Sofia, im a British expat, living in Sofia with my now-wife for the past 3 years, i also lived in Spain for around 10 years, i moved from Spain to Sofia and I love it. Wish you all the best and maybe see you around the streets vlogging sometime haha, all the best.

[@gravelandpoland6554]

if you are such the British expert as you claim why the hell you not living in the UK then?

[@camedia7291]

@@gravelandpoland6554 Please forgive me, this is clearly a typo oversight on my side.

[@tinamartina1801]

​@gravelandpoland6554 because he likes to change. Simple! Plus this ,Bulgarian women are beautiful, clever,CULTURED. I have live in the U.K. and I love it, but I am a Bulgarian, and I ike changes , I prefer something different . I hope you understand what I am talking about .

[@svetoslavtodorov2427]

British food and women are so good they become the best sailors in the world. And that's a fact.

[@tinamartina1801]

@svetoslavtodorov2427 ooh, the food is not 'sooo good' , and women are "good" , but ours women are better 😉🤭

[@mr.9049]

hi , i'm from Ukraine and now i live in Romania (one of the best country in Europe), but Sveti Vlas it is the place of my power , it is like a second home where i feel calm and peace . I hightly recommend this place .

[@georgidimitrov9228]

Welcome to Bulgaria. I hope you have wonderful time in here . We are good people you will see . The nature here is amazing soon I hope you love our country.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you so much :) Very excited to be here!

[@AnetaMihaylova-d6f]

​@@AlinaMcleod big mistake you are making

[@QueenPcontrolstheuniverse]

@@AnetaMihaylova-d6f why?

[@AnetaMihaylova-d6f]

@QueenPcontrolstheuniverse because the people are stupid and envious also it is dirty and expensive . The beautiful nature is long gone .

[@QueenPcontrolstheuniverse]

@ well ill see about that in ten days then 😂

[@florinfiltervac1415]

I am Romanian and Canadian, and didn't saw Romania since 1997. All i know is people are much calmer in Eastern Europe, things are cheaper and food is amazing. Enjoy your new life there.

[@sorinjasoncnd5560]

I am a Romanian in Toronto since 1995 and I visited Romania about 30 times since then … I cannot understand people like you who are talking nice about Romania but u haven’t been there for 30 years. So stupid!

[@klausputoare1989]

@@sorinjasoncnd5560 ce e rau ba in Romania? Tu esti sarac fata de noi.Am fost si eu in CnD sa vad un amic.Un cacat de townhouse din lemn,cu niste dormitoare mici la care platea 1500 de dolari pe luna tim p de 30 de ani.Nu mai zic de frigul din Edmonton! Stai in saracia ta de Canada1

[@HariAaldi]

​@@sorinjasoncnd5560what's so stupid dork,the fact he talks about Romania and eastern Europe stop being so dense 😅😅😅😅

[@tinamartina1801]

Sometimes people have different reasons, health, finances,time,work. It's not that easy, yes,if you want you can do everything, but sometimes it takes time to prepare .

[@priortokaraew7569]

the food is better in romania than in canada?

[@Vostochny45]

Welcome to Bulgaria enchanting Alina! Enjoy your bulgarian life journey and never regret the decision you took to move here!

[@AlinaMcleod]

благодаря :)

[@vladimirgeorgiev7193]

Добре дошла в България и само положителни преживявания, позитивни емоции и интересни хора около теб! Welcome to Bulgaria and all the best in your new endeavors!

[@NormanF62]

All I can say here from personal experience, I hate moving alone because it takes so much out of you. When you’re young, its tolerable; as you grow older, you’ll hate it I don’t mean living in a new place. Everybody dislikes the process. We don’t have a choice when we’re looking to make a fresh start and that’s the part I can tell you here I really like and enjoy as I’m sure you do. Sofia will certainly grow on you as you begin to spend more time there. Alina, thanks for taking us along with you and it was quite the trip! Once you get settled in, you’ll let us know your impressions of your new home. Happy New Year! 😊

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you and happy new year!

[@JimMork-r9u]

Mirrors my sentiments. Actually I love being on her nomadic fan base. It is so good for people like me who are in the non-traveling sector of society.

[@linagjidoda2193]

Good people are moving out of Canada.... I came in 1999 in December 13 around Christmas 26 years ago I do have more life here than in my old country... I m from Kosovo in a few years I see myself moving from here to when my children graduate from school not in Kosovo though Switzerland or Germany perhaps my children don't like here no family and yes you are right fighting for living all those years that I passed here I always been a stranger, people are cold heart, the hardest part for me was to learn to be alone... which growing up I grew up with no rule s surrounded with neighbors and families...

[@JimMork-r9u]

@@linagjidoda2193 Is there something wrong in Kosovo. Seems to be NO news about Kosovo. All kinds of people touring Albania which seems to be progressing.

[@NormanF62]

@@linagjidoda2193 I am ex Canadian, born in Canada, now live in the states as a US citizen. No family.

[@Tego1983]

Добре дошла в София! Make yourself at home. :) :) :) I am confident that the hundreds of Bulgarians following you are honored and ecstatic about the fact that you chose Bulgaria after traveling like most of the world basically! We will do our best to give you tips and ideas to make your life easier and better and for you to experience all the cool stuff there is to see and do. :)

[@AlinaMcleod]

благодаря! :) Honestly the locals both here and online have been amazing, I'm super grateful for all your help!

[@VietnamSteve]

My heart is filled with pride. Great job and best wishes. With your inner strength you can do anything, and you are doing it already!

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you so much :)

[@lightseeker134]

Welcome home, Alina!!

[@alkankovanci8545]

Hi from Izmir /Turkiye🇹🇷 I wish you all the best in Bulgaria.Hopefully everything is going to work out perfectly for you 😄🤎

[@petarpetrov3510]

Welcome to Bulgaria, Welcome to my country, Have a nice time in Bulgaria, Good luck ,Beautiful girl God bless you !!!!

[@keen2461]

That brought me back memories of my 14 years traveling around the world. Now I remember how stressful it can be and once you get to your accommodation, it feels like heaven. I hope to get to know every corner of Sofia through your videos and see you on your usual good spirit.

[@JimMork-r9u]

In 2007, I went to Bulgaria as a tourist. Second trip to Europe after my 1948 trip. Only "memory" from then was hospitalization. Dipththeria cured by penicillin. No happiness at all. But 2007 was full of happy memories. I look forward to her doing a video from Koprivshtitsa, one of my favorite memory that NOBODY features in a Bulgaria travel video. I actually shot and uploaded videos to KZbin. I can't find them anymore, but the only travel videos I ever posted. Could she GO to this little mountain village? Well, I'll keep using my access on the Internet to say "See Koprivshtitsa!" Then her many fans can see what I saw. My wife and I aimed at that destination because we are huge fans of Bulgarian folk culture.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you so much! Good for you for doing such extensive travels!

[@johndavies1341]

Glad you arrived safely. I totally agree with all your reasons for leaving Canada and I'm so envious! Thanks for your huge effort in recording your arrival despite being so tired!

[@АлександърПетров-ш6т]

Добре дошла, Алина!❤️☺️

[@AlinaMcleod]

благодаря :)

[@vladimirnaydenov1239]

​@@AlinaMcleod красавица👍

[@paigeamn4486]

29 years is exactly the time it takes for Saturn to make a turn around the sun. It's a big number in life, it always brings BIG changes when you are tunned. Nothing is a coincidence. So happy for you! Enjoy your new life there :)

[@priortokaraew7569]

when did the 1st year happen?

[@mentobg]

Alina, I had so much fun with this video. You looked tired but so, so happy... and beautiful... Welcome to Bulgaria and Happy New Year! :)

[@JimMork-r9u]

Getting places tires me, too. Getting to CANADA was the same, which was 20 years ago. But in those years, it was worth it. NOW? Not at all. Canada like USA is a mess.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@vlad0stoyanov]

Welcome to Bulgaria! I hope you are going to enjoy your time here.

[@AlinaMcleod]

благодаря! :)

[@anindyamunshi7715]

This is the best time and thing of your life. All the best for your New life .

[@dinab7852]

Congratulations! 🥳🎉🎊 👏🏻 Wishing you all the best and looking forward to your videos from Bulgaria 🇧🇬

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you so much! 😁

[@shivarahimipiano]

Congratulations on your move to Bulgaria! My husband and I moved to Southern Spain from Vancouver, Canada right in the middle of the pandemic in 2021-22. We love it here. I can't imagine moving back to Canada. Good luck with everything and I'm looking forward to your upcoming videos!❤

[@AlinaMcleod]

That's wonderful and thank you :)

[@branacottage6697]

Congrats Alina! Bulgaria's an awesome country, I've had my place there for a few years now living on the 90 days every 180 but now going through the visa process the same as you have done. Enjoy the experience, so much to see and do!🙂

[@JimMork-r9u]

I hope you're happy. I am. I've been forced to be patient for all this time, too. What I WANT is to finally see what challenges appear in Sofia and how your very thorough process mitigated those challenges. NO ONE could be as thorough as you've been. My best to you ALWAYS!

[@AlinaMcleod]

haha thanks very much! Many adventures to come!

[@marianatodorova2640]

Welcome! Добре дошла! Have a nice time in Bulgaria ❤

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you so much :)

[@hooliganz84]

Welcome to Bulgaria,Alina 🍀☀️🌨️

[@chiefenumclaw7960]

Your longtime supporters couldn't be more excited for you. You're going to thrive here, and I can't wait to watch you rediscover your Eastern European heritage. Лека нощ or Leka nošt.

[@Notavlogger817]

Finally! Good luck with your new home, Alina! 🌻🔑

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you!

[@tanyay.workingmom6422]

Welcome to Bulgaria, Alinka! Have a fantastic time there! We will be watching and cheering you on from SK and Toronto! ❤ See you later on in Bulgaria!

[@e.andresbonnefoi9689]

I discovered yr channel a few years ago through your Varna video as I had just been in Bulgaria in nonsensical times in Western Europe, (I was living in Spain at the time), so I was eager to learn more about the country. And now you're moving to Bulgaria!! Congrats, Alina! It sounds like a great choice!

[@ps7880]

Good luck to your new life and adventure in Bulgaria! 😊❤🎉

[@tracyshannon1795]

Alina, you have a gift of taking what should be a tiring, boring experience, and infusing life into it. I mean, I watched this doggone video, with your commentary and creativity, as if I was watching a video of a tropical isle or something! 😊Of course, it is definitely also because of the excitement and anticipation regarding the wonderful phase you are starting. Go get'em Alina!

[@chelsearose588]

Your dear Mom. I do feel for her. So exciting. Thanks for sharing Alina.

[@annastayziaa]

congratulations🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳 you did it!!!!

[@JimMork-r9u]

She did! So amazing. But it is just another thing of a long list she DID!

[@mylesnic]

I Wish You The Greatest, And Keep Being Your Own Kind of Beautiful Alina ❤

[@petyobenov]

You're more than welcome to Bulgaria! So happy to see nice people like you moving here. Hope that you'll have more than enough time to explore and feel Bulgarian nature and people! Enjoy your new home! Be sure you'll easily find helpful and friendly Bulgarians at each step of your new life!

[@frederickoning191]

Congratulations! What a treat to follow along as you build your business and life in Bulgaria. Thank you. Happy New Year!

[@terazol2823]

So you finally arrived here, i'm glad that everything went smooth!

[@danfig3397]

Good luck! I’m from New York but lived in Sofia from 2020-2023. Loved my time there. There are a ton of expat WhatsApp groups for many different activities in the city. Bar McCarthy’s is a huge expat bar. Enjoy.

[@silviyamilanova604]

Good luck in Bulgaria, Alina! I am from Bulgaria, but since I am now an international employee, I do not spend that much time in the country. However, I have spent my childhood in Bulgaria and I can confirm that you will encounter a beautiful seaside, gorgeous mountains, numerous spa options, hospitable people, interesting cuisine, affordable standard of living and much more. Also the number of English speaking people (especially young and middle-aged) is quite impressive. I only slightly disagree about the flight connectivity, because while Europe, for example, is well connected sgnificant improvement is needed in terms of direct flights to key cities. I will keep watching your channel and am available to answer questions, if any.

[@NS-cq6sn]

Обожаю Ваше чувство юмора, Алина! Поздравляю с переездом!🎉

[@hak14971]

15:33 the moment you lay down, exhausted from the earlier flight, and pull the blanket with a genuine and sincere smile for a cozy sleep....priceless.

[@TravelingwithValeman77]

Congrats on the move! We will miss you from Canada. The new place looks great! Can't wait to see the journey continue.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you so much!

[@JimMork-r9u]

Big things to come: Mom and Dad arriving and doing fun family things. You and Gordon always seem to be very happy in new experiences. You and Gordon as a package always is uplifting. I'm envious that you grew up with that salty guy!

[@lucymartyn8205]

This must be so exciting for you I know you will love Sofia, cant wait for future videos from there👍🇨🇦❤️

[@costasworldofmusicmemories5792]

We are so happy that you arrived safe and sound in Sofia. Take your time to scout out the lay of the land. Looking forward to exciting content. Be Well ! Stay Healthy. We love you dearly ! Sending much love❤❤ from a cold Richmond, VA. Harriet, Jim and Yuki

[@tinamartina1801]

Sofia is nice ! Congratulations! I lived 10 years in Sofia, and I have lived in other places of Europe, and can say that youI can compare- and - you will like it! Nice choice! Bulgarian ppl are very clever , normal and interesting ppl. Plus this ,you always can travel,if you need to change, everywhere in Europe. You have sea in the summer, and nice snow montain places for the winter.

[@RenzoStefanoPontexRuiz]

That's what you always wanted and I'm glad you made it. I hope you have a great trip and I hope you accomplish everything that you want in life. The outside world is amazing and The country must be very beautiful. Thank you so much for this video, Keep traveling around the world, Don't stop. 🌎🙂👍

[@AlinaMcleod]

Aw thank you very much!

[@genetora]

good luck Alina. You'll do fine. And you'll see in 5yrs. Will miss you in 🇨🇦 because we need bright young people like you who offer so much. But you're right about cost of living and it's a good decision for your business. Looking forward to your adventures in the next stage of your life 🤙👍🎉

[@boryanastoyanova4734]

Congrats, Alina! 🎉 Wishing you many happy days here in Sofia! ❤

[@randallwyatt651]

Hi Alina. Well done. I am a fellow Canadian living in S.E.Asia, Chiang Mai, Thailand. Happy to see all went well for you. Enjoy your new adventure.

[@MarjorieBurns-gu9tf]

Congratulations on finally reaching Sophia! You did get quite a workout carrying your luggage upstairs! I like the apartment, it looks very nice! Now after you get your items from the store, you can just relax and settle in … enjoy!! 🇧🇬 🇨🇦

[@P.Whitestrake]

Congratulations for your new chapter in life. 🎉 Enjoy Bulgaria, Alina!

[@dnf2p4Gsake]

Finally, welcome to Bulgaria, Alina, the country that inspired me to make a novel about its Thracian treasures and rose valley around Kazanlak. I hope the country makes your life better. Greetings from Jakarta.

[@teresad6513]

Congratulations, good luck, best wishes for an exciting 2025, full of adventures and magic.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you so much!

[@doradora9119]

Welcome to Bulgaria, Alina! I lived in Canada (Montreal) for 17 years. 2021 I decided to return in my country. I'm happy here. I hope you will love this beautiful place!

[@SlowtravellerDan]

Congratulations! A new country, new home and, a new life! Best wishes always!

[@gmg6200]

Well done! Good luck in Bulgaria!

[@TheBTG88]

Having lived in many places around the world, I always look forward to new places!

[@dimitargenov6452]

Finally it happened. Welcome to Bulgaria, Alina. We are the technological center of the Balkans, we are in the top places in Europe in the ranking for fast internet... I wish you pleasant moments and many memories from walks in our beautiful and virgin nature, mountains, sea, etc. Let's make Bulgaria great again. Greetings.

[@martin_b1628]

Looking forward to a new chapter in the u-tube life of Alina !

[@salmanskippy]

Wishing you all the best Alina in all ventures of your life wherever it takes you. From Kitchener, Ontario. Canada 🇨🇦

[@LiquidDemonsVIDS]

So exciting, Alina! Thank you for taking us along for the ride.

[@AlinaMcleod]

My pleasure :)

[@dimodimov5298]

Happy New Year. Welcome to Bulgaria.

[@celticsarebest]

Best of luck to your new life.I am sure you will make new friends and will be welcomed there.Look forward to your upcoming videos on life in Bulgaria 🇧🇬

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you! I'm very excited for it :)

[@user-rg6wi4wq4d]

Best wishes on your new journey, all the best from Aussie

[@petyobenov]

Me as a Bulgarian, love to see such a lovely person moving to Bulgaria. 10 years ago I was in her situation moving to the place Down under. I had 3 amazing years that I will always remember

[@daveaway]

Best of luck in your new adventures.

[@Peter-jk1lt]

A Happy New Year Alina and a good luck in Bulgaria x

[@Ilia_Karamfilov]

11:07 We have tasty sausages in BG too. And not only... Potato salad too... 18:40 It's a "Thank you" for the pilot!! As Botev says, here we are "we greatly love and hate" 19:49 IDK about Uber, but you can call a taxi company!!

[@Reporterfy]

Great for you Alina

[@ashleyupshall7641]

Sofia is a cool compact city. I found the people there very pleasant and helpful. Good luck in your new home.

[@leerod]

Very excited for You and hope all the best😊❤

[@learningforthelonghaul]

Welcome to Sofia! Happy New Year!

[@BobbyB3rd]

Your tiredness is outweighed by your Happiness ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉

[@Dinsdale2020]

Best wishes on this new adventure. Completely envious. Remember you are always welcome to come home. 😢👍👍🤞😉

[@asparug2030]

Wellcome to Bulgaria and Happy New Year 🎉🎉🎉

[@renatorosales8907]

Wishing you the best in your new country of residence. Happy New Year. Hope you will visit Southeast Asia in the near future. Lastly, you are such a brave woman for new adventure and above all you are physically and mentally prepared. Good Luck.

[@sekhargaddam9686]

"Such an exciting journey! Wishing you all the best as you start this new chapter in Bulgaria. Your vlog captures the adventure beautifully, and your apartment looks lovely! Looking forward to more updates on your experience. 😊✈🏡"

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you!

[@fabobg]

LOL, you really got me at the "sausages look quite different than what I expected...that's what she said" :D It seems like you're like me and when sleep deprived you suddenly become quite funny (just before batteries run out)

[@drtk9300]

Well done Alina you finally made it I'm happy for you and sending you good vibes.!🤩

[@Ivan-K72]

Welcome to our country, Alina! I wish you happiness and only good things to happen to you here!

[@almVancouver]

Congratulations for living your dream!

[@jennifersveinson1313]

Congratulations from Winnipeg, Canada! You've made a brave choice which will open so many rich opportunites for you.

[@beatrizcorrea5618]

So excited to accompany you on this journey of moving to a new country, can’t wait to watch the next videos. Wishing you all the best and an easy adaptation (as easy as it can be😂)

[@nikkoanndolorfo542]

Good luck and keep safe Ms. Alina❤❤

[@TeSp00kie1]

Hi Alina, there's a yellow taxi desk inside the airport. That is the safest and easiest way by far to get a taxi at the airport and not get scammed.

[@teriperson9164]

Welcome and a Happy New Year and to a successful new beggining!

[@AlinaMcleod]

Happy new year and thank you!

[@gordonreimer7863]

I was getting excited for you when you boarded the plane in Frankfurt!

[@pgeorgievx]

Welcome to Bulgaria!

[@rgoonewardene380]

I absolutely love Bulgaria. I will be making my annual trip in March. If you are looking for recommendations, I love a place called The Ale House. I have also been to St Sofia Cathedral in Kyiv. I really enjoyed watching this video.

[@C.viscione]

I hope you can go to Lake Ohrid again in the summer. Previously it was off season and I’m pretty sure there’s a lot more to do in peak season. I remember seeing your video for that lake and being amazed that a place so beautiful was unknown to me before that.

[@nikidinev7619]

What a brave move! Welcome to BG Alina! I don’t really know your BG experience, but for any help feel free to ask! It’s important! It could be fantastic, it could be disaster! X

[@hen3hao3]

Good luck with your new start

[@samirhamaidia1357]

congratulations, happy for you finally you did it !

[@jarmilastorie7415]

Happy New Year and Congratulations ❤

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you! :)

[@sonytv5029]

I've flown at least 10 times Calgary-Frankfurt-Sofia, but didn't know about these sleeping cabins :) Thanks for the heads up. Instead, during the layover I always go out in Frankfurt, which is not exactly the most attractive German city. Congratulations on the new chapter in your life, Alina! I know Calgary and Sofia very well, adaptation will be very easy.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you! Yes, definitely try out the sleeping pods, totally worth it for a nap.

[@BobbyB3rd]

Awesome... I'm so happy for you ❤❤❤❤

[@cvt8353]

I have also witnessed applauding in flights between Canada and the US. I am pretty sure it’s because of the successful landing in extreme conditions, like the dense fog we had in Sofia around New Year's eve. They actually ended up diverting a whole bunch of flights the next day. Welcome to Sofia!

[@rhr5557]

Goof luck Aline, we will follow and come to Bulgaria

[@lhollybow]

aaah Frankfurt Airport , I've run miles there , and missed many connecting flights , so wise advice " Give yourself plenty of time" as it is a big airport. Sofia - start of a new chapter. Funny the timing of the move corresponding when you moved to Canada.

[@AlinaMcleod]

There were SO MANY people running to catch their flights lol

[@abrahamlevi3556]

Spot on! Try Vienna or Zurich instead whenever possible, both excellent hubs. In Zurich there is even a train station underneath the airport, so convenient; however, a layover in Zurich will give you a sticker shock.

[@boisehingis2399]

Great video with this one Mcleod! As a canadian who moved to eastern europe myself 2years ago, that change was the best decision I ever made, I followed your tip and started using lounges and nap cabins a few months ago, similar hefty price in zurich, but it was worth it!