Life in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean: Azores

[@LauraLoncaric]

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[@KirstenMoe-fg9wg]

Beautiful video! Your voice and your energy is so touching. Brought tears to my eyes. I can really relate needing to be in nature to have a happy heart. I am a tree hugger too! I live in Hawaii and am very drawn to the Azores. We are 8 islands in the middle of the Pacific and Azores is 9 islands in the middle of the Atlantic. I love immersing myself in different cultures. Love your choice of music too and how we can hear the bird song and the stillness of nature. You are a talented film maker!

[@LauraLoncaric]

Thank you so much for sharing this ♥

[@clemlowes2112]

My beautiful home island. People who don't experience a trip to the Azores are really missing out on nature at it's finest. 🇨🇦🇵🇹

[@michaelidarecis]

But if you live here in the rainy season it is miserable

[@zedb1187]

I have been to Madeira 3 times now, next stop Azores....cant wait ❤❤❤

[@francis1961]

So why you’re not in the Azores?

[@zedb1187]

@@francis1961 Soon hopefully 👍

[@jennifernavarrete6472]

It’s nice to see someone so happy and appreciative of where they are. ❤

[@angelacastro-theolivebranch]

That is my home where I grew up and I understand you when you say your free. That’s how I feel when I go back. I live in California today but that’s always home. Loved your video. Stay safe.

[@LauraLoncaric]

Some places will always be home ❤ thank you 🙏

[@a88888888a]

I lived in California for over 10 years. I'm going to São miguel in a few months time. What are thr pros and cons of each

[@MustafaAli-po7dt]

One the best videos on Azores ever. Overwhelming to the point of bringing tears to my eyes. Watching this video was a spiritual experience.

[@KirstenMoe-fg9wg]

Me too! I can feel her peace and love for the island and for nature. I can really relate. I live in Hawaii and am very drawn to the Azores.

[@everettthomas2058]

Just wonderful --- don't let anyone tell you what's best for you!!

[@MacLux4]

Hi cheers from Canada - although this video is 2 years ago; i have just found your channel by watching another Sao Miguel island vid on youtube. I was born there but came to canada with my parents when i was very young. I feel / understand all the great things you describe about this little rock in the middle of the Atlantic. Thank you and I hope you are doing well in life in general; you have a beautiful story to your videos, truly happy for you. I will be there in Sao Miguel next week, I also dislike the "city" and need to return from time to time to get grounded. Cheers

[@Force11Gail]

I have a great vibe in the Azores and it has a magical positive feel. Been twice and will return, I feel a bond to these islands ♥️

[@LauraLoncaric]

They are absolutely beautiful ❤️

[@norbertoencarnacao7756]

I am from Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel Azores I immigrated to United States many years ago. I enjoyed so much your fantastic video. Thank you. Norberto

[@Tasmetu]

I live on Pico, but I love São Miguel a lot too 🥰 Glad you enjoyed your time!

[@bbvillarosa]

Seeing you so happy and inspired has just made me happy and inspired. I am trying to start something new and I think that the Azores might be the right place. The place I liked (from the pictures, at least) is in Povoacao, which is where you stayed. What you showed looks amazing. Can't wait to go there and feel the place on my skin... Thank you for your contagious positivity, it made my day :)

[@sergiomiranda1497]

Your video is awesome, nature is indeed everywhere in S. Miguel . I miss my island so much, specifically the ocean that embraces everything. Hope you make great memories and friends over there.

[@loudc8651]

Loved your video and spirituality…I live in Toronto Ontario and left Terceira island at 16 yrs old ,am 73 now and no matter how many times I go back there ,it’s never enough …blessings to you sister .

[@eddybernardo6317]

That other island you spotted in the distance is Santa Maria where my mom was born. My dad was born on Sao Miguel. I love visiting the Azores, incredibly beautiful and peaceful.

[@KirstenMoe-fg9wg]

Hiking in nature is my happy place. It looks like I could hike every day for the rest of my life on São Miguel. I am on my way!

[@haak737]

Atlantis 😍 I spent 6 weeks there from late November to early January and was surprised of how mild the climate is, especially at night when it is much warmer than the main land. Swam in the ocean almost every day in crystal clear water and enjoying the excellent sea food. Highly recommended. Where you there during spring time?

[@jankosturiak9647]

I really understand what you're talking about in this video. I have the same feelings like you, when I am on beautiful place. I am grateful for health for opportunities for everything. That moment when you feel the smell of the air around you, when you hear the sounds of nature. Thank you for this video. I'm going to watch all your videos now.

[@giffordkrivak859]

I just got back from a 8-day trip to San Miguel and Terciera. So fantastic and beautiful.

[@LauraLoncaric]

Magical places ✨

[@KillTheSounde]

Love love your energy, this whole video and island and your energy makes me feel so present and at peace ✨

[@LauraLoncaric]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@tuula9952]

The Azores must be a paradise on Earth! I have never personally been there, but the more videos I watch, the more I want to go there. Thanks for sharing!

[@sabinereimer7809]

Even I am much older than you and live now on another of these amazing islands... your experiences are just the same like mine🥰😊🙏

[@LauraLoncaric]

🙏❤️

[@catiabotelho5845]

I was born in this island and things are much busier over there now. The roads are not that quiet as you see in the video. Lots of cars from locals and tourists. I think that the bus system will stay the same because the buses are almost empty these days.

[@knol1969]

In april we wil visit the Azores for 8 days. We stay on São Miguel and we love the island alteady. Thank you showing a lot of nature.

[@bignamek]

Thanks for this video, it's really amazing. Both the landscapes and seeing how you're experiencing this adventure. It really is incredible to see how experiences like this can transform us and how the joy it brings shows in every little detail. As it has for you throughout this video. I've been dreaming of the Azores for years now. I think a trip out there for a few weeks will be my gift to myself when I finally finish my degree program. Maybe they'll even need an electrical engineers out there haha

[@TruthInspector]

This is how I felt about the Hawaiian Islands in the 80s but now it's totally different. Just learning about the Azores but it's a must due

[@generatorjohn4537]

I just found your channel. My grandparents are originally from the Azores. Nice video. Thanks

[@LauraLoncaric]

🙏❤️❤️

[@azorian888]

yup that's home feel in peace there. ur in what's left of atlantis.

[@LauraLoncaric]

indeed 💖

[@simonesauerland5513]

Wow that’s the best most beautiful video I have seen there is life and I am in the same situation I am in the algarve Tavira Fonte do Bispo but also missing nature here is just hot boiling hot and I don’t feel any inspiration and was dreaming exactly of a place like that pure nature and very beautiful nature thank you so much for inspiring people even like me I am looking forward seeing the part two wishing you lots of beautiful times and happiness

[@makenstitch]

Love this video! 🥰 You're such a beautiful human! Thinking to move with my daughter in Madeira or Azores, still researching. Thank you for the insights!

[@cuabroadnow]

Very nice video, that is rich with personal thoughts, and beautiful scenes. I will visit this place in a month, and can't wait. Thanks for sharing.

[@brianwheeldon5732]

Your happiness is inspiring!

[@LauraLoncaric]

Thank you 🙏

[@thepuscifer]

Your videography skills are continuing to improve! You had some amazing shots in this one.

[@LauraLoncaric]

🥺❤❤

[@JakePomper]

So jealous! Cant wait to visit. Really nice video skills too!

[@LauraLoncaric]

Thanks!

[@pbohearn]

The mind can quiet down in nature. and when it does, and we are experiencing an increasing sense of serenity and peacefulness, you begin to become aware of things that you’ve been distracted from for a long time, the real important things, the essential things. You don’t need another chemical to get to a place of tranquility peace and oneness and a clear sense of direction. You simply meditate in nature, and you will be filled with feelings and thoughts that are key to increased consciousness.

[@rebmild9275]

we are built to have that much of energy in such conditions ❤️

[@LauraLoncaric]

Indeed ❤️

[@MixiMera]

Hi Laura. Are you still on the Azores? Do you have something more to say about “Workaway”? Any suggestions? I have been to the islands three times and I am planning to do a longer stay in the future. Thanks for your nice video.

[@arifsusanto7019]

nice to see your video..i'm from Indonesia at the moment i'm on acores a few weeks..ponta delgada beautiful island and nice weather,friendly people

[@Kuraminz]

I am happy that you are out there doing what you like and experience good things. Continue doing this.

[@LauraLoncaric]

❤️❤️❤️

[@JJaci17]

Thank you for showing my home through the eyes of an exploring visitor.

[@LauraLoncaric]

🙏💕💕

[@N1CH0LAS007]

Wow such a beautiful island I love the views I hope you've settled into island life. Livng the dream. 😎

[@yakakiyakaki]

Looks like your living the dream on this absolutely stunning island and far away from the rat race of the big cities. All the best with continuing to stretch and develop yourself!

[@LauraLoncaric]

Thank you! 😄

[@rqrjq4iari4]

Beautiful island 🏝️💚

[@richardgomes4018]

I've yet to visit the Azores yet I feel so attracted to it for some reason. I will soon be planning to visit.

[@LauraLoncaric]

You'll love it!

[@esje1979]

Lived on Sao Miguel for 6 months in the past. Love your video 🙏

[@LauraLoncaric]

❤️❤️

[@MarinoCustomWorks]

Very raw and real, thank you!

[@hugocordeiro8601]

Im from Sao Miguel azores island, enjoyed your video, thanks for sharing, take care 😘

[@LauraLoncaric]

Thank you 🥰

[@fabriziodemarinis]

Brava! Grande energia! Grazie.

[@LauraLoncaric]

🙏🥰💕

[@MostHigh777]

The word is steep. Those islands look enchanting I'd like to go someday.

[@LauraLoncaric]

You definitely should!

[@nuoutdoor]

I do not like oatmeal, but i eat sometime :-) most of your shots are well exposed, and composed, and your words are without empty words ! I apriciate you are having a tripod, (or you find the natural tripods well :-)

[@meijkespoenzel935]

I love this video so much. I'm glad you've had such a wonderful experience in the Azores. You look genuinely happy.

[@CN-dv9nj]

I lived on Terceira for two years and visited Sao Miguel. It is enchanted eh?

[@juliodefreitas157]

Awesome video and thank you for sharing ❤❤👍👍

[@QBG216]

You are so cute!! Im going to travel to the Azores in June for a week. Any suggestions for a solo-traveler?

[@azorianification]

Inspirational video. You really capture the magic of the islands.

[@LauraLoncaric]

Thank you 🙏

[@wilfredobenitez7275]

What joy! 🥳🙏🏽

[@andynitsche9954]

Awesome video great content thank you . I was one time in azores and want to come back to live there. And after see your video i feel more must go back 😇. If anyone know about work massaje or work with wood please let me know. 😇🙏

[@KirstenMoe-fg9wg]

By the way, what mic are you using? It has great sound! And what camera, if you don't mind sharing?

[@LauraLoncaric]

Mic: Rode VideoMic Pro Camera: Lumix S5 Lens: 50mm f/1.8 (in that video, now I'm mostly using 24-70mm f/2.8)

[@trader2386]

I'm also happy to have found you... I really enjoyed getting to know you about your energy, who you are... Hug

[@LauraLoncaric]

Thank you ❤️

[@echinos68]

Beautiful places, great narration and you are simply Fantastic! Thank you! ❤️

[@LauraLoncaric]

Thank you 🥰❤️

[@stephanevedere2550]

merci je pars vivre a sao miguel en fevrier!

[@jozemun6398]

I really respect people who have positive view of life,so sub is in order.. 👍

[@wafflecoast]

hey there. what camera do you use to film

[@Joanayeorin]

hi laura ,can you tell me what camera do u used for video?

[@LauraLoncaric]

Lumix S5 with 50mm f/1.8 lens :)

[@justsamantha1833]

Where can i find more info on this workaway program you mentioned.

[@LauraLoncaric]

www.workaway.info/ :)

[@johannalmt]

I am headed to Azores in a month...please share your long walking trail...I like off the beaten path

[@LauraLoncaric]

So I walked from Povoacao to Furnas (road for cars) and then I climbed Pico do Ferro. I used an app called "Mapy". If you download it you'll see a lot of paths marked with red, that's mostly where I walked :)

[@afreedom7147]

From England, without a clear plan, I will be moving there any time soon!

[@LauraLoncaric]

Exciting! 😍

[@zedb1187]

Wonderful video thank you ❤

[@lena.theune]

It's so beautiful there!

[@LauraLoncaric]

Yeees 💚

[@geraldmerkel7145]

Yo Laura, I'm happy watching you be happy😂❤

[@հաղթող]

damn your video quality is phenomenal ! thank you for sharing !

[@LauraLoncaric]

Thank you 🥰

[@raztah7443]

Can you tell me the workaway site you used?

[@toadtoadersson2239]

Where would you settle down to plan for family? I'm building a house on one of the other azorean islands

[@LauraLoncaric]

The Azores are truly beautiful! But I think I'd choose one of the Croatian islands :)

[@toadtoadersson2239]

Yes I agree they're fantastic. I think dalmation islands prices have risen though, and for me this region doesn't have as good a safety profile as the remote Azores archipelago

[@casio007]

@@LauraLoncaric why? croatian islands are more touristic, and too hot, or not ? :) I was on Sao Miguel month and plan to explore other Islands too ( Pico, Flores,..)

[@LauraLoncaric]

@@casio007 It's simply because croatian islands feel like home to me since i lived on one my whole life (and still do), but who knows, maybe i'll change my mind 🤷‍♀️ yes they're very turistic, but only during the summer :)

[@summ466]

paradise.

[@TylerKoz]

Such a beautiful video :)

[@LauraLoncaric]

Thank you ❤️

[@annamaddox1338]

New subscriber. Love your channel and independents to do so much all by your self.

[@annahopp]

Hi Laura, Do you know the name of the first song in this video?

[@LauraLoncaric]

Ever So Blue - Patchwork :)

[@wthomas5697]

What actually happens is that when we stop spending energy on worrying we process our daily allotment of energy more efficiently.

[@mariosergiolmottabaccarell2659]

great!

[@rosecarvalho5407]

What village are you living in I am from Saint Michael’s and I would like to know please

[@LauraLoncaric]

I was in Povoacao :)

[@josegouveia890]

My beautiful hometown são miguel azores beautiful video girl very nice good job

[@LauraLoncaric]

❤️❤️

[@southerncross86]

Paradise island, having the adequatee dose of civilization and services, a place to live, not matters if in middle of the ocean

[@LauraLoncaric]

Agree :)

[@jeremiahmichaelpierson]

endless?

[@mrhellrazor5162]

are u from new bedford ma. i think we went to school togather my mother is from pico. it would be nice if some one with money went there and started somthing its the perfect place to bc there is no competitiion and can give jobs and hope for other to start somthing. thats the only prob

[@LauraLoncaric]

I'm from Croatia :)

[@RJ1234-d1s]

Great video!

[@Purple_Box_]

Any job for me in azores

[@eifelfreund2655]

👍🍀 Nice Video!

[@edo6923]

Predobro, bravo :)

[@LauraLoncaric]

Hvalaa 😊

[@westpacificmarketanalytics2384]

Good video....

[@shasikiran1746]

Love from India.

[@LauraLoncaric]

❤️❤️

[@robertopiedra2253]

Remember

[@gracebarton7821]

I was born and raised in Sao Miguel,never have I heard the word Azoresh or known anyone that referred themselves that. You make stuff up and then try to give it a reason just let it be and respect the culture and our way of living.

[@robertopiedra2253]

Up sun plis

[@paulaledo1841]

Girl where are you now

[@LauraLoncaric]

Chillin' in Croatia and working on some videos! :)

[@robertopiedra2253]

Ocean Atlantic

[@dmatmor]

Incredible 🐓

[@LauraLoncaric]

❤️

[@robertopiedra2253]

Open Portugal door work

[@algoodmonin2172]

Time came to have a baby, husband, and family. Many babies less personal stress.

[@denisedebenedictis4195]

Where my ancestors are from

[@robertopiedra2253]

Bay