Couple's Impressive Self Reliant Life on a Remote Tropical Island - Off Grid Living

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thank you for watching! You can follow Marjo and An from Our Island Life here: www.youtube.com/@OurIslandLife instagram.com/marjos_stories/

[@VeganV5912]

I’m vegan. You don’t want to be in their shoes, a 5 minute taste. KZbin, delicious, vegan food ✅♥️💪😎👩🏽‍❤️‍💋‍👨🏼🐒🐵🦧🦍👍

[@ElviraSongalla]

i experience all of that my younger years with my Grandparent mother side they both decease no more old inheritance house only farm left i miss province life thanks for reminding my childhood days

[@DodemMahapat-h2x]

That man you are living with is he your husband? I think he is younger than you.

[@mcott]

They could use a Skylink.

[@AiJaiDeeSaMer]

You both are living the most harmony life and have a very cozy and beautiful home in the nature. This is my type of future nature home. Love it.

[@TeeBoyd88]

Samoan here, the fibrous husk the lady is using to scrub the dishes with, we do the same. We use a separate coconut scrub to wash our bodies with. Use another one as a strainer (to extract coconut shreds from the milk/cream). Coconut is a versatile and sustainable plant life and we love using it in every day life. 🥥♥️

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thanks for sharing! It's so neat that the coconut husk can be used in so many ways

[@reflections_with_Shay]

This is the way of living that I grew up in. So simple, no bills to pay, just pure quality of life. I wish you both unlimited happiness.

[@kennum]

no taxes

[@ptrainingbytim]

Can I ask you where you grew up?

[@TartempionLampion]

Because you think everything you see in the video they get it for free? Today you need serious money in the bank to live this way...

[@TartempionLampion]

​@@kennum if they live in a country, they pay taxes!

[@TartempionLampion]

​@@kennum they are obviously living on serious sabings... on which they paid taxes. And the price of everything they buy includes taxes.

[@a-ebonylive8039]

This is how human beings supposed to live, in nature and peace, this modern life is oppression and lot's of depression, everything we eat contains dangerous chemicals, not even clean air to breath anymore, people are working hard to afford to make a living, I am happy that your have found your freedom and peace, this is what I am hoping to achieve soon, ❣

[@williecourthers9450]

Freedom and peaceful living comes with a high price. They can't really go out walking at night without have torches and looking out for highly venomous snakes like the spitting cobra and Blue Strait snakes. Because of their remote location and no immediate access to a medical facility if bitten they would be dead within an hour. Also no modern conveniences like running water, refrigeration or air conditioning in a very hot climate..

[@amarildomendes4909]

Concordo plenamente com vc!!

[@BobHill-s2c]

They're not off grid - still get a lot of things from the "grid" for $$$. As long as you need those to pay with, you're part of oppression. Every generation thinks they can make it "on the land"...until they can't.

[@mickymouse2445]

What a lovely comment. I feel what you saying and wish you all the best!

[@joyyyy777]

Definitely!!!! That is how our ancestors lived. Human beings are designed to live in nature together.

[@Joe900-px3nt]

Its been three years since I retired, and while inflation has made it challenging to maintain my lifestyle and even worse when I lived in the city, relocating to the countryside has helped to manage better, its lonely, as most of my friends and family are still in their routines but It's been easier to stretch my savings and hopefully, I won't outlive it

[@MaxWell-pp9zs]

I’m nearing retirement myself, and I had similar concerns. I started investing later than most, and just relying on ETF compounding wasn’t cutting it for me. After working with a financial advisor, I managed to restructure my investments and am now on track to retire with around $5 million. If I hadn’t sought advice, I doubt I’d be as confident in my plan right now

[@Joe900-px3nt]

I’m trying to figure out the best approach for my portfolio. How did you find your advisor? I feel like I need that kind of guidance

[@MaxWell-pp9zs]

I usually steer clear of recommending specific people because financial needs are so personal. But I can say that working with Emily Ava Milligan has made a world of difference for me. I noticed her strategies are tailored to fit personal goals and make sense for different needs. It might be worth exploring to see if her approach resonates with you

[@Joe900-px3nt]

Thanks for that. I did a quick search and found her page. I was able to email so I sent over a few questions to get more info. Appreciate you sharing

[@tomgodheart4557]

I really understand your words for changing the life...now I'm living in Thailand dude in retirement and enjoy my life

[@BRO-WTF-136]

I'm Indonesian, I'm 18, I live in a village in a mountainous area with high rainfall and a very short summer, but I really like it. Someday I want to build a simple house far from the crowds, to live independently and enjoy life in my own way

[@amarildomendes4909]

Show

[@marinetevianadorosario1026]

🎉🎉🎉😊

[@amarildomendes4909]

​@@marinetevianadorosario1026❤🎉

[@MegaPeterlustig123]

Bitcoin will help you to achieve exactly that and keep your purchasing power. 🧡

[@hanifazmee5044]

1st stop use utube than u can do that

[@rebacarmack8335]

Most of the people that want to move to an island to live, want to do so in “ luxury”. You two are doing an amazing job! House is fabulous

[@manuelr1405]

I'm sure if they have the resources luxury will be good also while living in the wild. :)

[@watermelonlover745]

She can escape to civilization at any point he can't

[@tarjapretadobem]

Bravo 🇧🇷👏👏👏👏

[@dobervalsousa3590]

O conceito de casa para alguns, se traduzem nas grandes construções arquitetônicas, e o conceito de casa deve ser o espaço onde você se sinta bem, esteja em paz e em equilíbrio. Podemos viver bem com o nosso planeta sem colocá-lo em desequilíbrio e as mudanças climáticas em todas as formas.

[@greatmindsthinkalike1378]

What about bugs, animal life that is already there?

[@bubblegumbetch7393]

As someone who is Filipino and had the privilege to experience this type of living as a 'holiday off-grid experience' in several virgin islands in the Philippines.... I honestly give them both props, especially her. Cause if you haven't grown in that environment it's a steep curve to get used to.

[@gordonshumway6825]

Tell me few Filipino islands where I could live that way off grid? I've been to PH several times before but couldn't find it

[@dannymoorhouse1174]

I agree , that lady is so brave and resourceful. I've been in the Philippines for 7 years now ,on an island in northern samar.i confess it's very difficult to live as that couple does.

[@sweeta17]

@@dannymoorhouse1174 i would love to live on a t. island but not so remote but nearish to a village and town in case of needing a dr or even hospital . and it would be too lonely . maybe 2 miles away from noise etc . the lady said first they have no net and then they did . i am surprised they get signals but good that it works .

[@dannymoorhouse1174]

Bubblegum .which islands did you use in your off grid experience.?

[@dannymoorhouse1174]

​@sweeta17 you can do it. There are many places to choose from. I guess it depends what you want to do & how to live. It can be near people or away from people and resources. As long as your happy & full filled. Do it 👍

[@octavianus4483]

I have been living alone for 4 years on a 21 ha shrimp pond in the middle of a mangrove forest. I cultivate shrimp, raise goats, chickens and Muscovy ducks. I also plant vegetables and other fruit plants. In my hut, I do not use electricity (lighting) at night, nor do I have a TV. The atmosphere on my farm is quiet, but calming and peaceful. I only go to the village by boat occasionally to shop and sell garden produce and eggs. My closest neighbor is 900 m from my hut

[@lengwei4864]

You got a link or youtube channel pls?

[@MercedesTilt]

Im sooo jealous ❤😅

[@doreenplischke2169]

❤

[@WTFwuzdat]

That new house is gorgeous! What a life you two have built. ❤

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thank you for watching! Their channel is called Our Island Life if you want to see more of their videos :)

[@r8m8s8]

@@ExploringAlternativeshow can they have a channel if they live off the grid?

[@jadoofly]

@@r8m8s8 lol dude perhaps you should look up the definition of off-grid.

[@nathanagripa7795]

❤❤❤ amazing 😍

[@RobertSaiyama-w7m]

Amazing couple and story. All the best in life. More blessings

[@lawerencecohen8287]

The house, my compliments. Wonderful craftsmanship. Looks like an extraordinary life. The secrets simplicity offers many seek in complexity.

[@giarivera5060]

You guys are living in a piece of paradise. The ocen looks very clean and beautiful.

[@thinkplanetearth2946]

Though it is a beautiful setting it seems like a very hard life and too isolating for me. But I must say, I was completely taken aback by the beauty and quality of the home that he built. I was expecting a much more rustic and basic home. It looks like a professional builder built it. And when you consider the challenges of getting the materials to where they are, it truly is pretty incredible.

[@anggiagra]

I love when she said “everything has spirit…not only human but also tree, animal even our house”👍

[@humlocker]

I immediately connected when she said that. Im in meditation discover it has help me and everything is spiritual we just forget this in busy cities we live in.

[@slee2695]

Spiritual mumbo jumbo

[@kspirit7571]

Basics of Hinduism

[@darmagatha4990]

Agree❤

[@ankequix7223]

Dear Marjolein, From your accent I could immediately make out you`re from Belgium! :-) What a beautiful and inspiring life you have created with your husband! The new house looks stunning! All the best of luck to both of you from a fellow Belgian who also moved to a different part of the world! Warm greetings from Egypt!

[@anacarpenter9254]

2024 You both look healthy. Your life in a remote area suits to a tee. Plenty of resources necessary to survive. Wonderful view thank you. ❤❤😊

[@jeroberts7228]

That is definitely an impressive lifestyle, with so much useful knowledge of generations past being put to use, as well. Not an easy lifestyle, but one that's wonderfully connected to nature in many ways. I wish the best for them, always!

[@debbiecollins1154]

I absolutely love the Island Life you tube channel. I found it a couple of months ago and was hooked so I binged watched all of their videos. They have a great channel and the husband is so good at what he does. The house they are building is absolutely beautiful. Love watching how they live off grid and they are a beautiful couple. Great video!❤❤

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thanks for your comment Debbie! We loved collaborating on this video with them and it was absolutely fascinating to see a bit of their day to day life. It's definitely worth checking out their KZbin channel! Thanks for watching and have a great day :)

[@TonyJames-h9o]

Hello 👋

[@cuocsonglangnoigogang]

Your self-reliant lifestyle on a remote tropical island is truly impressive. Embracing off-grid living as a couple showcases your resilience and commitment to sustainability. Your harmonious connection with nature sets an inspiring example for others. And I Am Floating Village Life

[@cathylynnpietranton]

Wow now that is what you call really living of the grid. Liking the new house. Wishing you both good health and happiness. Thank you Matt and Danielle ❤❤

[@tinyrocks7549]

Amazing house, and what an ideal combination of a quiet life and surfing! I've surfed at Lombok about 12 years ago, and I still dream about going back to experience more of the Indonesian islands. You guys are living the dream 😊

[@nullobject7966]

An's craftmanship is amazing. Wow.

[@War20-4]

Soo envious, amazing place great being self sufficient catching your own food being in nature and the quite simple life, nice 👍🏻

[@lisag.2902]

The home they are building is amazing! An has some mad skills! incredible knowledge to be able to live off the land and off grid as they are doing. Great job. May you both be richly blessed

[@geraldinej2789]

I follow them on their youtube channel , I live in indonesia for more than 10 years but in a really more confortable way ( bali ) … and I admire their way for an off grid life , simple life and I can feel on their videos that this life fullfills them a lot and how they enjoy their journey . they inspire me a lot ❤️🙏

[@pipioktapia4365]

What visa do you use?

[@hollyh.828]

Wow!! The new home they’ve built is so beautiful! I love it!

[@ExploringAlternatives]

I think so too! Thanks for watching :)

[@larsstougaard7097]

Amazing story and couple, thanks 😊

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Glad you enjoyed meeting them! Thanks for watching :)

[@lunatickgeo]

when she said they were building a house, I did not expect that little beauty! kudos to the designer and builders! what a sweet home! also, thank you for showing a house in a tropical setting. no shade to your usual videos but I can't help but be tickled pink to see something close to my own situation (not that I'm living in a remote island paradise but close to that than this channel's usual fare)

[@jr.rasentertainment4074]

Simplicity is the best way to live your life. Watching all the way from Vanuatu

[@singthesongofmypeople]

That is a beautiful house. I can't believe you guys built it all by hand. I love it.

[@MGH4Dudes]

They look healthy and happy.... almost like a glow about them. (food and daily life as should be)

[@catmejia6109]

OMG I thought this was going to be one of those faux off the grid vids with people who have money but act like they’re roughing it….this is absolutely beautiful, inspiring and actually I’m jealous lol 😂😂😂😂 blessings to these two souls…..I love this so much, and LOVE that you have pets/animals

[@tammyjoma]

Many fine ways to live our dreams.

[@gloriako7185]

WOW! I so admire you both. I think it's beautiful how you live, simple & in connection to nature...nature is so amazing! I wish you both so much beauty, fun, peace & MAGIC! I'd would nice if one day I could visit you & get a taste of what it takes to live like that...I'm sure is very fulfilling & peaceful...good for the soul...Wish you all the best!

[@blbmnm5939]

Amazing. thank you for sharing and best of wishes to An and Marjolein in their little corner of paradise

[@vaithomas5111]

Life is all it's simplycity is the best, congratulations to this beautiful couple and best wishes for a great future ahead.

[@TonyJames-h9o]

Hello 👋

[@AnNhienGiaiDieu]

I love how you explain everything so clearly! The advice at [5:15] on soil health is just what I needed for my own farm setup

[@KonaOffGrid]

Aloha ....We are an older couple and live off grid on the Big Island of Hawaii.....in the District of Ka'ū. I'm happy to have stumbled across your channel and an interested in knowing more ...we will be watching diligently..... Thank you for the Content ❤👈

[@Salex684]

Lived in Hilo for 3 years and loved it, and Ka'u was one of my favorite places on the island. I've got Ka'u coffee in my kitchen.

[@rzella8022]

Big props to you two in all you've accomplished with all the hurdles to overcome. And you each have mad skills. May you continue to be happy and stay safe.

[@cathypetroski9858]

This is the life !! Living life to the fullest. So happy for both of you. May you make many memories along the way.

[@truestory923]

My favorite video of yours, thank you! We can live vicariously through these two amazing people.

[@noahlapuz3853]

By far the most wholesome and essential living!

[@user-cn5wv6mf4g]

I love the beautiful home you built. May God Bless your lives richly!

[@marieboileau950]

Perfect way of life with mother's nature, you two have understood how much life is precious ,so yes carry on crab it but having a phone with you will be good from 🇫🇷

[@suezaple4950]

What an awesome self sustainable life you and your pets are living , love your home it's perfect very epic workmanship the island beautiful. you folks are blessed to live here in such a beautiful peaceful place , be safe .

[@mokanis2511]

Wish you all the best luck; love; happiness and a beautiful life on the island and thank you for sharing your beautiful house with the world. Enjoy your life, greetings from South of America

[@mariadange06]

Hard core travelling experience, totally self sufficient.

[@nicolarollinson4381]

Not totally. They buy stuff

[@mariadange06]

@@nicolarollinson4381 of course they do but majority of their living is self sufficient.

[@Kara_2505]

Great video! I sort of want to see a part 2. 😊 Really like these kind of stories. An and Marjolein (hoi!), what a beautiful house you have build. Amazing carpentry skills! I will certainly visit your channel and I wish you all the best. 🙏

[@ohmyhercule3669]

I'm proud I'm a subscriber of this couple. LOVE their content! So simple yet sooo rich in their own way..😍😍😍

[@Aethuviel]

12:27 What an absolutely amazing shot. Those colors.

[@superlaak]

I have spent time in the Mentawai in the early '90s before all surfers came and I can totally relate to your experience. I wish you all the best!!!

[@Gina-up4nk]

What a beautiful life you two have built together. Thanks for sharing.

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thanks for watching! Happy you enjoyed meeting Marjo and An :)

[@afraniogomesneto2479]

The new house is fantastic. Congrats on the great job. Good luck to you

[@TheIslandLifeofUs]

Incredible island life these guys live.. we recently discovered their channel too and enjoy their stories so much! They possess the perfect attitude to live such a different and truly remote life with such massive challenges!

[@mariafiroy8861]

Congratulations to you two for doing what most of us would like to do... Keep it up!!!

[@billhogue9523]

I truly envy (in a positive way) people who choose to live this way and are successful doing so. They amount of freedom they have must be so healing.

[@fredk4136]

Wow, what a beautiful place, beautiful couple and beautiful way of life.

[@60SecondTravels]

This is paradise, they build a house which is very near to sea, thats awesome

[@jdmccoy1999]

Paradise for you, nightmare for me. 🙂‍↔️

[@joycebelk4634]

What a beautiful home you’ve made for yourselves. I would certainly be fearful of wild animals but I’m sure the two you have all the knowledge and tools to be safe. Enjoy your life while you’re young enough to give the energy this lifestyle demands.

[@simranjeetsingh8527]

You both are made for each other god bless you

[@dingjose4550]

Wonderful couple ..I wish you both happiness ,enjoy life to the most..stay safe Always..♥️🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@IsmailHrPath17c]

sumpah, ini video keren sih, kek hidup nomaden gitu, dimana kita yg di sibukkan dengan kecanggihan teknologi yg mengelilingi kita beserta kemanjaan kota, terus tiba2 hidup disitu, pasti langsung kena tipes sih kayaknya, tapi dia keren sih.

[@AngelikaKalenda]

Good luck all the time - great to see you both flowering so well. much love

[@shannonr4416]

1st time seeing your channel. My husband and I are doing something similar in Belize. You are SO HELPFUL! Thank you for sharing your adventurous journey with all of us! We will definitely be putting some of your ideas to good use!!

[@inconginto47]

Wow living fluoride & atrazine free with all organic fruits , amazing ! Blessings

[@Austin-fc5gs]

Amazing, wish you all the best

[@craighuddleston676]

Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Awesome!

[@tylerthornton3107]

Awesome Adventure. Beautiful life. Thank you for sharing it

[@elsands9774]

Spent multiple summers living like this in Ireland on my grandparents farm. It is a hard life, yet a very good life.

[@suryathapa-chhetri5638]

Thank you, videos like this gives hope.

[@doclove2045]

Thank you for a beautiful video. I just subscribed to your channel. Once again thank you for this peace of mind.

[@Nina-9a]

This house is so beautiful!

[@michaelfoort2592]

You two are made for this!

[@svonkarmo433]

Beautiful! Simply beautiful.

[@indrajaya840]

Salut bgt sama mereka berdua.. tetapp semangattt yaaa

[@fococrítico]

They are living the best life

[@annikahansen2326]

very cool and individual life style, they built their dream home with hard work and imense self-motivation.

[@jckelsey]

What a beautiful, relaxing home!

[@chillnophone2024]

❤ I love it, what a great home you've built. ❤

[@Shannon-u8v]

Great video and I appreciate the way of life ! It's how native Americans lived many years ago. My grandparents were farmers and I remember being taught to respect all living things! I love the fact that the world is not completely ruined. Best wishes for you both!! Safe travels

[@robyndavis3043]

Just subscribed to their KZbin channel!-thank you for sharing their story.

[@erinb.1399]

This is such a beautiful way to live and the talent and tradition passed on with their impeccable building skills is amazing! I would absolutely love to live this way, one with nature , Gods way to live

[@marekoybetchay]

lifein the island is such a rewarding and keep you feeling alive i am watching you here in hong kong but i am a filipino from philippines

[@shanleymello6527]

Beautiful and Thank you for adopting and caring for your wonderful animal family, thry look happy and healthy Many Blessings to you all ❤

[@benmckinney2941]

The farming and fruit tree growing would be amazing there.

[@rodellwilliams871]

Beautiful home all the best 🙏🏽 🌞 👍🏾 👌🏾

[@ElviraSongalla]

another great story to share the world enjoyed please be safe full view with ads

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thanks for the visit, so happy you enjoyed this video :)

[@LecH993]

Love the house and the setting. A lot of labor, but as long as you're happy, that's the most important in life as well as communing with nature.

[@EloiseandHome]

Thank you for sharing this and I love it so much. I am also an island girl but living in the West now. I am leaving the West to go live an alternative lifestyle. Why not. An island girl will always be one. I love your journey and I will continue to follow you.

[@allandsbrite9398]

What a wonderful journey! I’m so glad you shared!

[@manuelcajuguiran9093]

This is the way of living that I grew up in. So simple, no bills to pay, just pure quality of life.

[@pfcaraujo]

Thank you for inspiring us.

[@jaludinzaini9436]

I❤ nature..beautiful islands..Amazing couple..❤❤❤

[@Rebeccaln61]

❤❤❤ though I’m blind your adventure sounds so awesome!!!!

[@TonyJames-h9o]

Hello 👋

[@miyokudo]

I love this couple they live a simple and happy life❤

[@IslandGirl40]

Such a fascinating video. So inspired by your courage, diligence & sense of adventure. Thanks for sharing your journey with us. Hopefully, your beautiful home will be finished soon. ❤️ 😃

[@ya3693]

❤❤❤❤ Lovely...I wish a life like that...Peacefully.❤

[@Sail2spear]

Living your best life , I sail my kayak out to islands a couple of times of years to escape the stressful life life caused from the mainland. It’s amazing though you learn to appreciate the simple things in life a lot of us take for granted like food , electricity and a simple shower

[@sonyasunheart]

This is so inspiring as my African homesteading husband and I start our new OffGrid living together in 2025! ❤🎉

[@maryannmorgan5566]

Hello good morning this is the first time I saw your KZbin channel 😊 I love it. I would like to live in a simple province close to the ocean. Good luck to both of you!