It's Taken 3 Years To Get Here - What Were Our Choices

[@richardpodnar5039]

Wow! You two are a veritable walking chamber of commerce for this beautiful part of our big country! I've always said Alabama is one of the more enchanting places in the U.S., and you've produced a wonderful video to prove this point. Greetings from (Almost Heaven!) West Virginia, and thanks for spending your hard-earned dollars here, kiddos!🙂🤩

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Our pleasure! glad you enjoyed the video Richard we loved making it , it’s beautiful here have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@donnae1994]

Beautiful. Did I miss something.. Did y ou book your accommodations on Airbnb or another site? Love this channel. ❤️❤️

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We booked it through a friend Donna , that we met on another trip Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@Mike-t7l2g]

That Gulf Shores beach looks much nicer than a Portugal beach.- Mike from Ottawa❤🎉🥂🍻

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

It’s certainly well taken care of and long! 🇨🇦🇺🇸💕👍

[@sulemanpiracha8123]

The Beach looks amazing, but I am disappointed because I was hoping to meet you guys in Algarve. Enjoy the stay

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We are having a great time in Alabama but never know when we might be back to the Algarve Cheers 🇨🇦☕🇺🇸🇵🇹

[@PlanetImo]

Awww back to the travel vlogging! That's where I picked up this channel!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

So cool! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@barbaragullap3789]

Hello T&N again my mother was right never judge a person

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

She gave good advice Barbara Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@theacase8738]

You can’t go wrong with fresh gulf shrimp. Enjoy.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks Thea Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@sudburydrone466]

👍👍✌️ The beach looks very nice. Now I want shrimp…

[@positivelymarieq249]

Sarasota Florida is also beautiful you will enjoy 😊

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Next time! Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@americathebeautifulforever9746]

What I love about both of you is, you take the negative things people say about the United States with a grain of salt, and go see it for yourself. There are thousands of beautiful stunning places to see in the US, thousands of miles of beautiful beaches and tropical beaches. 🌴🌞🌴🌞🌴🌞🌴

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for that! we are having a great time Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@americathebeautifulforever9746]

@@ThisIsOurRetirement It's a strength that has worked out in your favor.

[@mariaburlington4440]

Just an FYI I just got back from a trip to Portugal. No worries about the airport and flights. Everything was a breeze. No delays, no chaos at the airports. Prices for meals and groceries still a bargain compared to Canada. I think it wise that you choose different locations to vacation but rest assured traveling to Europe was stress free for me anyway.

[@stephenjarzombek2903]

My wife and I flew from Chicago to Lisbon, non-stop, with a checked bag for just over $900 round trip and couldn't believe the low prices for food and restaurants. Congestion was somewhat of a problem at LIS airport, though. We sat on the tarmac for an hour waiting for a parking space big enough for our plane to open up, then another hour for our bag to show up once we got into the terminal. Similar delays on the return, but we were prepared for that from watching updates from a few other KZbinrs. One of them said that if you plan to visit both Porto and Lisbon and take the train between them, it might be wise to fly via OPO rather than LIS if that works for your schedule.

[@mariaburlington4440]

@@stephenjarzombek2903 I flew from Toronto round trip for around $580. As long as you travel off season (which starts mid-October) there are some bargains to be had even at 4+ star hotels. Tremendous improvement at Toronto airport from past months when it was rated one of the worst airports for delays. Literally minutes checking in and also on return with a carry on.

[@stephenjarzombek2903]

@@mariaburlington4440 We noted that some attractions in Porto end their high season schedules and rates on September 30, while others ended on October 31. In any case, we didn't think anything in either Porto or Lisbon was expensive by any means. Only downside was that it rained almost every day, but never enough to wipe out our plans. The staff at the hotel in Lisbon said that is typical for late October.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We are happy your trip to Portugal 🇵🇹 was a great one Maria as we heard some others not so good we still love there but for us this year we felt safer driving 🚗Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Glad you enjoyed your trip Stephen Cheers 🇨🇦🇵🇹☕️🇺🇸

[@RonTamondong]

Welcome to the Red Rivera, we own a condo on 30A an 2 hours east from where you guys are. That area is pretty beautiful and should be kept as secret.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

30a is very interesting but expensive

[@RonTamondong]

@@ThisIsOurRetirement We bought our condo pretty cheap in 2009 and plan to sell it and fund our early retirement.

[@landeeld9596]

Visit Rosemary Beach and Seaside FL--Magical!!!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for the ideas Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@susanacton5007]

Just discovered you guys and am enjoying your content very much. Also a Brit who emigrated to Canada in 1981 and recently retired. We, like you, are not comfortable with airports yet, but own an RV and have been exploring more of the beauty of Canada over the past couple of years. We used to travel extensively in the US before 2016, but It's been a while .................. Alabama looks lovely and we used to find Southern hospitality so welcoming and charming - maybe soon. Thanks for sharing.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Hello Susan, We just went through our first airport and flight this month, it wasn’t as bad as we thought. Having a Nexus card for airport security was a big help in skipping the line ups. We enjoyed our time in Alabama both the hospitality and food. Since we were there they have had a run of extreme weather. Thanks for watching. 🇨🇦🇬🇧

[@beverlywalker4111]

The Florida panhandle is beautiful too!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We haven’t been there just like we hadn’t been to Alabama before, we have a trip to Destin soon.

[@annanufrio4468]

have fun, looks beautiful

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We will! Thanks Anna 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@murraytown4]

Plus there are virtually no language barriers.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

So true have a great weekend Murray Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@darcysalmon7781]

So glad you enjoyed Alabama... ❤️

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks Darcy we are having a nice time Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@nobiawilliams8601]

I love Orange Beach, AL and have been there many times. There are a lot of nice restaurants there. The town of Fairhope is about 45 minutes away. It has a lovely downtown area. There is also a beautiful pier right on Mobile bay that is right outside of the downtown area. There is a small zoo in Gulf Shores. The Battlesip, the USS Alabama is a battleship that you can tour. It is Mobile. There is also a museum there too. There is a large outlet mall near the beach area. Gulf Shores also had a lot of clothing consignment stores. I hope you enjoy your stay there.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks Nobia we are enjoying here it’s a lovely place Cheers 🇨🇦☕🇺🇸

[@amma7244]

Yes we aren’t flying either. That’s a state we haven’t seen you made it very appealing! ❤️🇨🇦

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We are enjoying it Amma Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@frankc609]

Sweet Home Alabama. Not a lot of touristy places, but beautiful people. Have a great time.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We are having fun! Thanks for watching.

[@TheSquirrelgirl55]

We lived in Alabama (Selma) for three years while my husband did a medical residency and those beaches are an old lovely stomping ground. Love those sugar sand beaches. The Gulf shrimp are the best. On your way back , lots of charming towns, history etc. as you make it back up through the Deep South.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Wonderful Mary we had a lovely visit to Alabama have a great week Cheers 🇺🇸🍷🇨🇦🌺🙂

[@joyorr9430]

Welcome to America! You have found one of our hidden gems I am so glad you are enjoying yourself.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Yes! Thank you! have a great weekend Joy Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@TrekkingwithMikeandDeb]

You look fabulous in those sunglasses. We are making plans for AL next winter. We will read the recommendations on here. After 5 months in airbnbs, we now look for other rentals that are better furnished and pass on airbnb.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We pass on Airbnb the fees are excessive and hosts cancel too often. Have fun we really enjoyed Alabama Mike!

[@geraldmilligan493]

Like your hat! Gerry

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you! Cheers! 🏈🍺

[@Duke_of_Prunes]

What Norm said about "preconceived notions" is so true. Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana get a bad reputation. But you can live like a king on a modest income. And the people are so friendly. PS: If you make it across the bay to Mobile, make sure to get ice cream at Old Dutch Creamery -- it's near downtown on Old Shell Road. It's a must visit stop for my family when we're in town 👪

[@frenchyqbec]

You are so right, Went to work at the Pascagoula Naval Complex in Mississippi for a couple of weeks. The waterfront from Gulfport to Biloxi is beautiful, the food was amazing and the people, well the people were the salt of the earth !

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We are finding the people here so friendly it’s great Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@kimkennedy123]

My cousin and her husband aspire to retiring in Alabama. They love it! I've only driven through, and haven't enjoyed the beaches. When I was in Italy, I had friends who thought that all of America is a wasteland. Mostly, it's clean and beautiful, except for Gary, Indiana and parts of New Jersey ("the Armpit of America").

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Sounds great Kim we had a wonderful time visiting Alabama Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@hivolco151]

I love this! Wonderful beach!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for visiting

[@donna6514]

Glad you're enjoying Alabama. Flora-Bama, Blue Angels and Joe Patti's seafood, that's all I know lol. I was just there two months ago and my husband and I took a two hour drive to Henderson Beach State Park in Destin Florida. It was just beautiful...the emerald green water was breathtaking. If you get bored, Destin would be a wonderful day trip.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Sounds great! thanks Donna Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@annekennedy8127]

Destin is beautiful but now so expensive....we have been looking for beachfront condo rentals in Gulf Shores/Orange Beach, but not having much luck regarding pricing. Have just booked one way flights to Faro, to stay probably a month or more - with the flexibility to fly home sooner (or later) if necessary...(Corveiro)... Looking forward to more videos from Alabama...Anne, from Kincardine... PS: It seems like 'winter' may start tomorrow (Nov 13), with much 'white stuff' predicted.. Hope you enjoy Alabama...

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

@@annekennedy8127 Hi Anne although we got this through a friend a lot are handled with realtors down here and it seems all are negotiable as it’s Winter . Good luck with your trip to Faro when do you go ? Hope you don’t have to fly back . It has been nice driving down and having our car to visit places Cheers 🇨🇦☕🇺🇸🇵🇹

[@janicebixler3807]

@@annekennedy8127 Hi Anne: I don't hear of anyone that says they are from Kincardine. I was born there, left when I was 2 years old to grow up in Toronto. I go back to Kincardine every time I visit Toronto. I have lived in Ventura California for the last 53 years. I love Kincardine and wonder what life would have been like if I had stayed there. They say you don't want to leave in the summer, and can't leave in the winter!

[@annekennedy8127]

@@ThisIsOurRetirement Currently booked in Corveiro end of January for two weeks, but hope to stay at least another two weeks where we can find accommodation. We love road trips as well, so much easier really, and having your own car such a bonus... Thanks for your videos - they are great..

[@suzycreamcheese8888]

Try a Spider Burger (soft shell crab) at Doc's Seafood Shack in Orange Beach, AL, and a trip to Joe Patti's Seafood in Pensacola (about a 30 minute drive) is a real treat if you enjoy seeing/shopping for fresh seafood, fresh sushi and a shop with fresh baked bread, dips, etc. during the holidays they even sell fresh roasted chestnuts outside! I'm certain you have already discovered Flora-Bama for oysters and a trip to the Outlet Malls in Foley. While in Foley eat at Lambert's Cafe for southern cooking and there is also Coastal Alabama Farmers & Fisherman Market or Forland Family Farmer's Market where you can pick up jellies, jams and the like. You must try some boiled peanuts! Welcome to the South!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for the suggestions have a great weekend Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@Kae731]

Orange beach is beautiful. I’m glad you are so happy with it. I rode my bike in Gulf State Park -it sounds like that’s where you were. I saw my first armadillo there. Enjoy your time there.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Sounds great! we are hoping to visit the State Park and walk the boardwalks Kip it looks lovely Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@haleyjae4145]

Enjoy the journey. 🥰

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you! have a great weekend Haley Cheers 🍷🌺

[@donnaallgaier-lamberti3933]

The Gulf Shore is my friends favorite place to vacation!!

[@hawkeye5829]

Ah, you are in LA. Lower Alabama as we say in Florida. I have been there, very nice.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We had a great time was our first visit to Alabama

[@americathebeautifulforever9746]

The Southern United States is beautiful this time of year. Gulf Shrimp are high quality and delicious. You both know how to do it right. Show us more and show us that beautiful turquoise water.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

The Gulf Shrimp 🍤 is very competitive in price too we have already enjoyed some Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

How wonderful you have 'accidently' stumbled on a great warm place to visit closer to home. without the hassle of air travel. Using one's own is truly a bonus. We sure enjoyed our 5 week road trip, also a decision we made to avoid flying. Just a gorgeous beach all to yourselves, comfort and the advantage of speaking in your own language. You just became great ambassadors for Alabama. Enjoy your wonderful voyage of discovery. 💖 👍 🎉 🍷 🇳🇱 🙋‍♀ 🇳🇿

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Yes it’s true nice to discover new places on a road trip, car travel at the moment just seems more comfortable for us at the moment. Thanks so much for watching and have a nice Sunday. ☀️☀️😀😀👍🍁🍂🇨🇦🇺🇸🌷🇳🇱

[@lynnhovater1567]

So glad that you are enjoying my home state. Orange Beach is a favorite place for us to visit. I am a retired teacher and live in the northwest corner of Alabama. I truly enjoy your videos and my retirement. It is a joy! Safe travels!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks so much Lynn!

[@ceparksromanceharps]

Glad you two are enjoying your holiday in the American South, my home region. The beaches there are beautiful. Must warn you; you cannot get a proper cup of tea in the cafes; the people there drink ice tea! You'll have to make it in your condo, assuming you can find British tea in the store. As for flying to Europe, it was okay getting there the first weekend in October, except my 2 flights were both delayed leaving. Getting back to the USA was more difficult. I missed my flight from Heathrow to Dallas, Texas; was put up in a posh hotel just outside the airport with my evening meal and breakfast paid for. So no complaints. Was impressed with the politeness of the English people on the bus from and back to the airport. Got home safely the next day. Keep up the good work enjoying Alabama.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks Chris hope you have a great weekend Cheers 🇨🇦☕🇺🇸

[@kinerskorner1]

Tina and Norm- thank you for another informative video! As others have mentioned I always look forward to your new videos!!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks so much Kevin!

[@ediaz941]

I recommend visiting The Gulf Islands National Seashore. It’s a natural treasure and part of the beautiful National Park Service.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Sounds great! thanks for the suggestion Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@brucebishop7759]

One suggestion is Burris Farm Market in Loxley, AL

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks Bruce 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@jLutraveling]

Love Gulf Shores. Try the Gift Horse at Foley. Lamberts also in Foley. fort Morgan a Civil War structure. If you there at the right time you could see the US navy Blue Angels practice over the beach.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We had a day at Fort Morgan Janell it was great and hoping the Blue Angels might fly past today as it’s their homecoming ✈️✈️ Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@lisag-posty]

I love orange beach! Have visited a couple times. Beautiful area.

[@deborahdownie8039]

Wow, I never knew Alabama was so beautiful either.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

It’s gorgeous Deborah Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@teresameisner4895]

On your way back, the Biltmore Estate, in Ashville, North Carolina is a great glimpse into the past.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for the suggestion Teresa Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@CarlasLovingWife]

Thanks for the wonderful video, keep the sunscreen near for lots of use. Enjoy!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you! Will do! have a great weekend Joan Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@PlanetImo]

We stayed in a hotel in Kos recently that was advertised as 'self catering' but there were barely any self-catering facilities at all.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That’s a shame when that happens as we love to cook and do so most of our meals Cheers 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@rebeccaselsky8491]

Come to our beautiful Florida beaches too! We have so many gorgeous beaches (you may like Siesta Key on The Gulf Coast) another great place 50 minutes from where I live is New Smyrna Beach. It is a lovely town with great restaurants and nicely furnished condos like the one you are in now. I'm not sure about cost compared to Alabama but it is worth checking out :) I know you have the RV or 5th wheel so check out Ft. Wilderness at Disney. It's my absolute favorite although pricey and hard to get reservations. Loving your videos keeping me inspired!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks Rebecca we do like visiting Florida, however in recent years the rental prices have soared, that’s why we went to Portugal beaches.

[@rebeccaselsky8491]

@@ThisIsOurRetirement I understand. Our housing, in general, has been astronomical. Everything is so expensive. Hoping the financial tide turns soon 🤞

[@karenlowes7802]

A good alternative to Portugal and another new experience. Good to be flexible!🥰🇨🇦

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We agree! it’s just perfect Karen have a great weekend Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@billwassell3718]

Dear Norm & Tina .... another enjoyable travel and tips video! Just back from a few weeks in Fort Walton/Destin Fla. Thoroughly enjoyable with fresh and affordable sea food. Interesting side trips to Nashville & New Orleans along the way. (Another benefit of taking your own car). Although I would like to visit Portugal (southern beaches) thanks for the heads up on car rentals and electricity charges. Given these conditions, Gulf Shores, Al., appears to be an excellent alternative! Unfortunately the pan handle suffered from cold weather during the Christmas season, and a much further south FLA location (e.g. Ft. Myers) would have been a better choice, but accommodation rates shot up (demand/supply) due to Hurricane Ian. I was also surprised on the cost of grocery items at Publix, Winn-Dixie, etc. Prices are up. Overall, the Alabama/North Florida area is a very pleasant alternative to 'mainstay popular' locations. Safe travels! Bill.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for sharing Bill shame about the weather it seems that Florida has had some unusually colder weather than normal , we found the pricing of food a lot higher than in Canada 🇨🇦 have a great week Cheers 🇨🇦🍷🇺🇸

[@sharondriggers4557]

Huntsville,Alabama is a fabulous place to visit. There is The Space and Rocket Center along with many other attractions. It would be a good stop on your way home.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for the suggestion Sharon have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@RetiredLovingIt]

Alabama is a wonderful place to stay! Also the sunny warm sky looks amazing! Enjoy your visit to the U.S.!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you! Will do! we are really enjoying it guys such beautiful empty beaches and gorgeous weather Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@gordonp4675]

Nice hat!🙂

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks! 😁

[@americathebeautifulforever9746]

You will both have to check out Key West Florida 🌞🌴🌞🌴🌞🌴

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@terryevp4084]

Great video from Alabama. Thanks very much Norm & Tina...!!!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Our pleasure! glad you enjoyed it Terry Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@billbernhard3582]

As New Englanders, we have never been to Alabama, gulf coast. We can't wait to retire ! Thank you guys !

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Our pleasure!

[@bjmeyer1461]

We stayed for a week in the Gulf State Park campground a year ago. If you want to splurge a bit, try Tacky Jacks for seafood - and a Bushwacker cocktail! Any restaurant in the area worth its salt will serve a decent Bushwacker. Take your car on the ferry between Fort Morgan and Dauphin Island and spend a day exploring the island - Audubon Bird Sanctuary, Fort Gaines and affordable seafood at Dockside Seafood Restaurant. And yes, the state park is a wonderful place for hiking and viewing wildlife - just be sure to watch where you step! I almost stepped on a small rattlesnake that was sunning itself on the shoulder of the campground road - just keep your eyes open! We will definitely go back again. Enjoy your stay in Alabama!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for sharing have a great week Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@Peepers2]

It looks amazing!,!always love your vids.😊

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks so much Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@cindynelson992]

Try Sunrise Diner for breakfast! You won’t regret it. The ambience alone is worth it. Gulf Shores is beautiful ❤Enjoy!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for the tip! enjoy your weekend Cindy 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@scott1441]

Try to arrange a trip to Arizona in your future plans . The weather is perfect and the landscape is breathtaking - Sedona and the Grand Canyon are must sees

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

It’s on the list just a bit more driving Scott LOL 😂😂Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@cookcecilia7686]

Hi, I really enjoy your videos. Thank you. Have you thought of traveling down the west coast in the winter or spring months? There are very few tourists. The weather is nicer this time of year with less fog. The temperatures are mild. It's very beautiful here maybe not as warm as the beaches in Portugal, Alabama or Florida. If you stay at the State parks on the west coast the cost is lower. there are many B&Bs. I wish you happy and safe traveling.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for your lovely suggestions Cecilia have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🇺🇸🍷🇨🇦🍺🙂

[@tricialeach1125]

Wow! I live in the US, but have never been to Alabama and I had no idea the beaches were so beautiful! Glad you're having a good time there!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

They really are Tricia Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@danhoward1416]

Looks great - have a blast

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks Dan we will Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@simply4me950]

You need to eat at Lamberts in Foley. It's an experience. Go at lunch and take your leftovers for dinner and lunch the next day. Hopefully not too much is closed for the season. Aren't the sunsets some ofvthe most beautiful? My home is in Alabama and we have a beautiful state. 😍

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We are lucky to get the sunrise and sun sets and yes they are beautiful! Thanks for your suggestion will be going to Foley soon.

[@dancurran8977]

You had the beach all to yourself! I am glad you are having a good time.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks Dan it’s like this all the time no people ! Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@mario2273]

We were in Gulf Shores last February and loved the Original Oyster House Boardwalk. Our stay was only 3 days and we ate there twice, we liked it so much. Great food.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That is awesome! thanks for sharing Carolyn Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@mario2273]

@@ThisIsOurRetirement Enjoy every moment! It’s beautiful 🌴

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks 🌺

[@suzanne296]

I hear it's extremely nice from utuber lorde spode. I may look into it for 4 nights next fall. Watching now...

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

It’s gorgeous Suzanne we hope you get to visit Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@maryrosed8475]

Wow it looks fabulous! Enjoy it all!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks Mary Rose!

[@pensacola321]

Good for you. Let's face it, at a certain point in age, most of us no longer want to deal with cold weather, snow, etc.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Exactly! you got it Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@beverlyhawk536]

Look to the sky today and you may see some interesting planes that have come for the Pensacola air show, just over the state line in Florida.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Nothing flew by, we were looking but the weather closed in

[@crios5]

Wonderful video, love the view from the beach. Enjoy Alabama!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you! Will do! have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@wxmath]

I have a negative view of Alabama but your coastal condo w/balcony on large sandy beach is wonderful. It looks like no other people, maybe too early? I love the "outside the box" thinking, being an alternative to popular Florida. May have to check this out in our upcoming retirement. Thx for sharing!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Your welcome Michael it’s off season here so there is no one here well maybe a handful LOL 😂 that’s why we love it have a good weekend Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@rachelwalsh4378]

Looks wonderful…enjoy Tina & Norm 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 🇺🇸 🇨🇦

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks Rachel Cheers 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@terihandrick2333]

Wow I cannot believe that you guys were pretty much alone on a beach. I just told my husband that we will be spending our anniversary there next year! Since it is only 30 today in WI that view would be a welcome change. Enjoy your time in Alabama - the beach is gorgeous there.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Wow sounds like a great plan for your anniversary 🥂Teri , we love it and the beach is like this every day Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@joshwhite4734]

You should definitely visit Bellingrath Gardens near Mobile if you want a day away from the beach. It's a magical place.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks Josh Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@lewisr7700]

Acme oyster house is nearby and a great restaurant. Fort Morgan is fun to explore and is an interesting historical site.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We just had a day at For Morgan and loved it Lewis have a great weekend Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@Northern_Squirrel]

What a stunning view Tina and Norm, glad you are down there enjoying your retirement one location at a time. Blue skies, beautiful beach and an ocean view condo. It’s a dream for many and we are super glad you are living that dream and inspire your community to do the same. Enjoy every minute and have a safe journey home in a month. Hope you have another one planned for early 2023 ☀️ 🍺 🍷 🏝 🇺🇸 🇨🇦 ❤

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks so much we are enjoying it and hope to be back in Jan and Feb for two months Cheers 🇨🇦🇺🇸🍻

[@wanda8128]

Hi Tina and Norm, thank you for your hard work making videos for those of us just entering retirement. I love your content, however as a single person, from Alberta, Canada, I wish you would include the actual specific Apartment/Condo/Hotels you stay at. You could do this after your returns and reviews of your vacations. When I am looking at going to Portugal it is so overwhelming I have no idea where to start. Thank you so much for all your helpful content. I'm looking forward to hearing more about Alabama. :)

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Glad you are enjoying our videos Wanda , we do actually include where we stay on our latest stay in Portugal 🇵🇹 we have a tour of the apartment we stayed at the Hotel Luna Solaqua, on our very first video we also had a tour of our apartment with Prestige Apartments hope that helps Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸 hotel tour here kzbin.info/www/bejne/b5rKfaF4h5aliZI

[@wanda8128]

@@ThisIsOurRetirement You guys are the best for sending me a reply....thank you so much! I will watch the Portugal videos again. Thank you so much!

[@mjbalmmac1588]

You may want to put south Padre, Brownsville Texas area on list. Parent initial did Florida in retirement but it got expensive. Lower Texas near border still warm in winter and much cheaper than Florida. It’s far but if you are there for winter worth drive to get warmth. Alabama now in my list.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@angelaandrei2181]

Hey everybody, we are a couple from Montreal and our experience this year was one very memorable. We spend 10 weeks in total in Portugal and Spain. We traveled in beetwen location by buss or train. Never had bad surprise nor regrets. It was the most well spend time and money in our pension time. Yes, the prices are rising in Europe, but not more than anywhere else ! Our vacation was worthing the money, no regrets! 🎉❤😅

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We are pleased you had a great time!

[@angelaandrei2181]

@@ThisIsOurRetirement Thank you Tina and Norm we wish you a very nice vacation and think about us , here in 🇨🇦,

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks Angela and we hear it’s snowing ☃️back home 🙂

[@mdsutherlin1]

I recommend the lunch specials at Doc's Seafood Shack on Canal Road. Also, recommend you try the Royal Reds shrimp at Bahama Bob's in Gulf Shores . We'll be there for the week of Thanksgiving. Hope we see you.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for the tips! have a great weekend Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@kp8740]

Hello from Woodstock Ontario. I can assure you it is much nicer where you are than where I am. Thanks for the info on Gulf Shores, I will definitely check into it. Sadly Florida has been hit so hard this year, I doubt I will be headed there. Happy and safe travels!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for watching! yes Florida has been hit really hard this year with hurricanes , they hadn’t recovered from one then the last one hit . Have a great week Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@Jocantral]

I had no idea Alabama was so beautiful. What an amazing beach - so clean. And you have it all to yourselves. For a while anyway, I suppose. Yes we certainly have to consider the extra energy costs with any European vacation. Continue to enjoy!♥

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

It’s like that every day there is no one here Jo set us LOL 😂😂 we are enjoying it Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@carlasamuels479]

I agree ....we go to Florida for the kids sake but I find it too crowded and overpriced food etc.....but for the kids one has to do the theme parks.....I most enjoy a quiet beach looking for sea shells

[@carolmichael1813]

Hi. Have a lovely time in the sunshine 🌞. Just back from Portugal, first time in 3 years. I just loved seeing everyone again. A few changes but to be on the sand listening to the ocean in the sunshine was bliss. I wore a mask all the way and just took the plunge and I'm so glad I did. With cost of living I just hope I can afford to go back 🙏 Have a great day 😎

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Wonderful! great to hear that you went Carol and had a good time , it’s been really hard not travelling for 3 years we know how that feels . We are enjoying Alabama the beaches are lovely it’s very quiet but great to just get away Cheers 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿☕️🇨🇦🇺🇸🇵🇹😎

[@andyr571]

Love Tina and Norm. Happy holidays in Alabama. Talking to my neighbour who is 78. Him and his missus have been driving down to PV Mexico for last 10 years from balmy Manitoba. Says the only time he is scared is when driving in Texas! Safe travels.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We are having a great time Andy Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@jmoomey6950]

Try a restaurant called Cobalt. Also Florabama is right on the state line (thus the name) which not fancy but fun. It's a bar with multiple areas. Sit in the northern part outside. So glad you are enjoying AL! You're video was right where we were in May. Beautiful!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for the tips! we will check out Cobalt this morning we walked to the state line bit early for drinking though 😂Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@barbaragullap3789]

Hello T&N I have lived in America for over 50yrs.and never but never thought of Alabama as a vacation spot I never even think of them when I think of beaches. Thank you both for educating me, I seem to have missed a lot,I wonder were else I have overlooked.thanks again and see you next week ,is it possible to give us a peek of the inside of the condo it. sounds beautiful

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Glad you enjoyed the video have a great weekend Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@miriamdavis1481]

We don't have a lot in the way of beaches here in Alabama, but what we do have is (IMHO) beautiful. When I moved to Santa Barbara, CA, for grad school I remember being so disappointed because the beaches there didn't seem nearly as nice as those at home. :)

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

@@miriamdavis1481 The beach’s 🏖 here are beautiful Cheers 🇨🇦☕🇺🇸

[@mj1961christian]

Glad to see you are enjoying all America has to offer!!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks Mike have a great weekend Cheers 🇨🇦🇺🇸☕️

[@darrylmcleman6456]

Viewing with interest!!! CHEERS from HERE!!!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks Darryl it’s gorgeous here 🏖Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@ilanahoelzley9183]

Good morning to both of you from Victoria B.C. You have inspired my husband and I to travel overseas again. We always look forward to your Saturday videos and appreciate your comments and suggestions. We have booked a 5 weeks trip to the Costa Del Sol (Malaga & Nerja) mid. March 2023. We found very reasonable and well located apartments to rent. We will let you know how our trip turn up and these places might just be new locations for you to investigate. We are "older" retirees (80..& 70...) so this should be interesting and a good test for those who wish to travel on their own later in life. Regards, Ilana

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks Ilana for your wonderful comment we wish you a great time in Europe, we enjoyed Malaga briefly on a cruise ship stop.

[@jimbertrand2499]

You both look so happy on that gorgeous empty beach! Where is everyone else!!!🤔

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

It’s like this every day Jim 🤔that’s why we are enjoying it LOL 😂Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@sbayles5593]

So glad you are enjoying your visit to Alabama. Wonderful reasons for your choice. Absolutely makes good sense.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you so much Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@elricko9077]

Another great video you two, definitely checking out Alabama now 👍

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

You should! Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@ralds7896]

What a wonderful retirement! Enjoy it!!!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you so much Ralds Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@carolnavan4137]

How beautiful! Enjoy your vacation.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you so much! have a great weekend Carol Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@valeriewalker954]

Have fun! You deserve happiness 😊

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks Valerie have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@ShouldWeLiveHere]

I love the idea of waking up with a gorgeous beach view. A very informative video. We will have to visit Alabama.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

You should! it’s great Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@Ace-rt1qq]

Hi There! Thanks for your weekly videos! Surprised by your sudden turn against Portugal as you inspired us to travel here! We are over here now in November travelling from Porto-Evora-Lagos-Madeira-Lisbon-Tavira for 6 weeks. Weather has been great so far and crowds down. Prices for food still about 30% less than British Columbia. We also note that Vrbo rentals are much cheaper than Airbnb for some reason and very homey! Our daily short term car rental is about 50$ Can per day which is ‘cheap’ by BC standards! We thank you for your Portugal insights but it might not be as expensive as you think….and you can’t put a price on the culture/history aspect. Happy travels ! Cliff

[@davidroberts7996]

So happy you’re enjoying yourselves. Doc’s Seafood on Wolf Bay is a great Gulf Seafood tradition (fried seafood, fresh oysters, etc) - got to eat there at least once. We love evening music at the Bay-side stage of Flora-Bama as well. Another really cool water-side seafood joint is The Oar House just a short drive away in Pensacola. The Grand Marlin in P’Cola Beach is pretty special to our family as well. Downtown P’Cola Palafox Street is quite the venue as well - restaurants, music, bars, boutique shops. Foley has “the” outlet mall. Fairhope AL is a story book village (love the Dragonfly). The ferry from/to Ft Morgan AL & Dauphine Island is available instead of driving across the Mobile bay. Beautiful places. Tons of great place to be!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for all the great ideas David Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸

[@Bertil_Lundin]

Good to see you're travellig again! This video is like an ad for Alabama. Looking forward to see what you're up to next. We've been to Croatia and Crete this year and planned for next year are Thailand and Crete. Greetings and I hope you're having a good weekend! // Bertil.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Awesome! Thank you! we are glad you got some travel in Bertil have a wonderful weekend and stay well Cheers 🍷 🇸🇪 🇨🇦🇺🇸🍺

[@ftkinsella]

Wow what a beautiful spot. You guys have found a gem. Well done guys. I'd love to visit this place. Cheers 😙🥂😘

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

You should! it is beautiful Frank have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🇨🇦☕️🇺🇸