Moving to Portugal: Getting a Second Residency | Am I moving to Portugal | Black Women Abroad

[@Calipeixegato]

You can't underestimate the importance of the "it just feels right" factor. You can look at all of the statistics and data points you could ever find, but if a place doesn't "feel right", then it's not the right place.

[@OldEarthWisdom]

GREAT info. I will definitely stay in Mexico. I have traveled to 42 countries as a solo woman traveler and I choose Mexico to live. Mexico sure feels like home now. I also don't want the hassle of getting another permanent residency visa. By the way, I only spend $650 USD a month for EVERYTHiNG... including a fully furnished 3-bedroom apartment which comes in handy when friends and family want to visit.

[@YogaBlissDance]

WOW for everything?

[@Halonablack]

Wow! May I be nosy and ask what city you live in? I’m moving to Mexico City from Rwanda in September.

[@dday3322]

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[@tonyetheselfcaremaven]

I’d definitely like to know how you do that. But that’s amazing especially if you’re not living a “rustic” lifestyle.

[@gregorriusadolphus2729]

I've trying to escape San Antonio this year, and Mexico City and Lisbon were also on my list. I've been to both as well, but there is something about Mexico City....it's a "je ne sais quoi"...that keeps me coming back there over and over again. I have been "country shopping" the past few months-Spain, The Netherlands, Brazil, and Japan....but I think I will settle on Mexico CIty. Lisbon to me was a nice place to visit, but it was missing a "spark" for me as well.

[@live.life.on.purpose]

Have not traveled there yet but I enjoyed hearing about your experience. Very thorough and fair perspective!👌🏽

[@kathyhampton_wellandaware]

I loved your thorough review. You had me hanging on every word my friend. My 2 cents: 1) the hills kept me from exploring more - a deterrent 2) I found Porto to be more welcoming and the exploration for me was energetic. Áreas around Porto with the train system kept me moving about more. Great video Adalia!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

I found myself not wanting to go places because of the hills which is no bueno. I'll definitely have to visit Porto.

[@stcroixlover1]

@@AdaliaAborisade Consider Cascais as well. Beautiful city and I did not encounter any hills.

[@TonyMrBoring]

@@AdaliaAborisade Did you ever explain why you selected Morocco for the exodus meet up given I've heard both you and Stephanie speak about how Morocco is not the most welcoming? Why did they choose Morocco? ​

[@stcroixlover1]

Just fyi, it appears that they are changing the Golden Visa so please do your research if this is your desired route to residency. I was so excited to visit, and I enjoyed my visit, but I cannot say that it is on my list of my future potential retirement home countries. Hands down, Mexicans are absolutely more welcoming and friendly as opposed to the Portuguese. When I visited Merida, Mexico and Mexico City I was blown away at the friendliness of Mexicans.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

I'm a retired teacher. I've never had golden visa money so ending that program has no weight here.

[@andreanalife]

Yup our rich journey talked about the fact that things are changing due to so many have moved there during the pandemic. I took it off the move list but still visiting. Mexicans are so friendly! I'm really looking at playa del Carmen

[@teenatravelsabroad]

HI Picky girl!, your channel was suggested in my feed a couple times and I know it's because I am also a black American that has been traveling internationally looking for my forever place, but I am choosing specifically Europe. I have already traveled 36 of the European Countries and have a little insight on those that I have visited. I was on lockdown in Lisbon in 2020-2021 and I was able to get to know the Portuguese culture and the real Portuguese vibe. My experience was similar to yours where I couldn't put my figure on what I did not like about Lisboa, but later I realized that the Portuguese were not welcoming to foreigners because of the mass migration of "Wealthy" westerners pushing prices up and pushing the native away from their beloved cities that they now can't afford anymore. Of course no one should fault us for wanting to live peaceful away from the USA, but I did understand their frustration when the average Portuguese Salary is 600-800 euro a month. I am currently in Poland where it's really affordable and the people are very welcoming, don't believe the hype that Polish people are not friendly because they are. If you like a clean and very architecturally Beautiful and safe city that functions very well, you will enjoy a visit to Warsaw, Poland or Gdansk, Poland which is where I am. Why is it so important that you see a lot of Black American is my questions? I have met some to the most amazing people all over Europe, mostly places that are not so popular with Americans, which I quite enjoy because if you like learning new cultures this is how I get to know the real natives. (Prague, Czech republic) (Budapest, Hungary) (Vienna Austria) (Zagreb, Croatia) (Strasburg France,) even Turkey has beautiful safe and cheap cities like (Antalya, Alana, Izmir, and Istanbul. I have lived in all of these places longer than 6 months and I felt safe and welcomed and I did manage to meet some American black women too as well as some other like minded women from all over the globe with the same goals for good quality of life. I enjoyed your content on this topic and forgive me for the long post LOL...Good luck with your search or your decision to stay in Mexico. :)

[@AmbTeCo]

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[@ppprpcppprpc2690]

I've found that it's important in my search to find those places that embrace and welcome African American men, which is harder to find. Many places have welcomed my Girl's trip sista frens and our American dollars, only to reject any males traveling with us solo later. Racism has a gender element to it evidently... I didn't know it, but now that I'm aware, I'll only go where both genders are well received and respected. Amen

[@agl5132]

Girl, I've been following you since the beginning. You look fabulous and I love that backdrop. I loved living in CDMX. I loved the weather as I am not a tropical, humid, nor bug lovin gal so the coastal region was of no interest to me. However, I do love my ocean/sea views so off to Europe I went. I am definitely more attuned to the Mediterranean climate. I know of several who moved to Portugal as it is one of the quickest ways to obtain residency and get that passport that allows you to then move to any EU country. As for Lisbon for cheaper prices many move outside the city to neighboring communities. I have heard the same thing from friends living in Portugal that the language is hard and the Portuguese are friendly yet maintain a distance in regards to bringing others into their circle. On the flip side, I have friends there who love it. I think it is so important for people especially WOC to really do a personal inventory of what their needs are. Realize that this may change once you are in a new place. For many just getting out of the US and into a SAFE environment is #1. It may take time to desensitize yourself from years and generational trauma and underlying fears we had in the US. Feeling safe is not something many of us have truly experienced. Thinking of what we as women really would like is not always in our forethought. We are so used to carrying loads of responsibility for family and others first. Travel, move and remember that you can always change your mind.

[@adriennetravels]

I went to Lisbon and Sintra in 2015. Beautiful cities. However, I felt people were not warm and friendly like people were in Spain (which was part of that trip). I saw a lot of Black Portuguese and even stopped one to ask for help thinking they would be nicer to me, but I was wrong. Hearing you say there are a lot more Americans and Canadians in Lisbon would make it a NO for me on a place to relocate to. Unfortunately, when a city experiences a large flock of Americans and Canadiens, that city becomes more Americanized and that's a bad thing in my opinion.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Spain has moved up the list a bit if I'm trying to be in Europe. The question is, do I want to be in Europe...

[@adriennetravels]

@Picky Girl Travels the World Spain has always been high on my list, but after spending 16 days straight at the end of my 4 months of traveling, I am sort of questioning if I can afford to live in Western Europe. It has gotten so expensive since the pandemic. Prices in Spain have started looking like prices in the US with many things. I guess I will have to wait to see what happens in the next year as I mentally and financially prepare myself to leave the US.

[@Staronqueen]

I am in agreement with many of what you said about Portugal. I was there just a few weeks ago. I had a fantastic three weeks exploring the country. I travelled Lisbon, Obidos, Coimbra, Porto, Braga and The Algarve. I was there just for the adventure. Loved the city of Lisbon, for me I found it a very walkable city. I am a 71 year old who currently lives in a downtown walkable city. I had no problem climbing the hills. I enjoyed the challenge of climbing the hills. There is an area, Oriente, it is flat and has modern high rise buildings, a state-of-the-art shopping mall, and other entertainment facilities. I stayed in hotels and so I do not have any experience with rental accommodations. I also felt safe walking around after dark wherever I went. The food I enjoyed; several of the dishes I have tried were very simple, healthy and flavourful. I would take Portuguese cuisine over the French every time. For example, The Portuguese vegetable cream soups do not have cream added to it. I enjoyed meals with fresh fish and other seafoods with simply cooked vegetables. Their barbecue chicken is scrumptious. I think they eat more pastries than any other countries I have visited including the French. The dine in restaurants prices were not cheap. I did a bit of price comparison in one of their grocery stores, Pingo doce. The prices compared to our Canadian prices were a little lower, considering the currency exchange rate. Portuguese people are somewhat reserved but when they get to know you they are kind and caring people. As you can see from my name, I can only claimed to have a bit of their DNA and lots more melanin. Portugal is a place I would love to spend at least three months each year, mostly in the Algarve region between the months of February and May.

[@awatsonista]

Thank you for sharing your experiences in Portugal. I will visit in 2025/25.

[@lovelyday6]

I’m on this same residency journey and left Portugal in April. I agree with all of your points about the city. However I did enjoy my time there a little more. A lot of that is probably due to the community I found there. I wish I loved Mexico City as much as you did as that would make it super easy to find a home base. Right now Medellin and Cape Town are higher on my list. Looking forward to see where you go next!

[@kayokarm]

Thanks for the info and tips! Just starting my journey to exit the US, it’s overwhelming, daunting, & exciting. So finding your channel is wonderful! I’m taking notes.

[@monty_nt]

I visited Portugal last year to consider a move there and can agree with many of your points Porto had a different feel, but didn't see as much diversity as Lisbon. The best thing about it is to be a home base for frequent travel to other places, which can be valuable for a few years.

[@notthatvashti8127]

Being similar to yourself a 'true introvert' I wouldn't require a lot of interaction from most folks, but I do agree that having a feeling of being welcomed or highly accepted would be a need for me. There is nothing worse than feeling like being a non -factor in humanity to make me shy away from a place. That though is still an issue in many places stateside! So, it is a conundrum.

[@BigSisDoula]

THIS IS WHY WE LOVE YOU. You bring facts and qualify your opinions. Thank you

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Thank you 💗

[@YvetteLetter]

I agree with your take on Lisbon it is beautiful, the people are kind and the food is very delicious but there is an intangible thing that’s missing, not quite the right vibe. I traveled along the coast and got the same feeling, for me it’s a vacation spot.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

I really struggled to find the right words but there's just something missing for me

[@annasmithyates7424]

Everything that you stated about Mexico is what I've found to be true. I love the kind, courteous and genuine heart of those I come in contact with. Walking around wandering into bizarres, cafes is one of my favorite things.... because of the people who I engage with. I do however want to visit Portugal....though not its hills. 😔

[@hjdreams1429]

This is the video I've been waiting for bc we're choosing between CDMX and Lisbon too so thanks for sharing! Always good to get a picky girl's opinion 😊

[@AdaliaAborisade]

You're welcome!

[@magda3999]

Adalia would you ever do a video on how you did FIRE?

[@AdaliaAborisade]

I've been toying with that idea, so maybe

[@actionvj]

This was a great city-to-city comparison. I am a city person too, although I like the hills. They let me get my cardio in “the easy way.” They contributed to guilt-free eating and drinking.😆 Looking forward to more of these comparisons. What other cities are in the running?

[@AdaliaAborisade]

I think both Bogotá and Medellín are in the running along with a few others.

[@magicalmix6884]

As someone who is born in raised in Southern New England where we have one of the highest population of Portuguese people in the country, I've always found it surprising that black folks are flocking to Portugal as like a black mecca. Maybe the Portuguese people within their own country are different but the ones that immigrated here and their second generation children I've found a majority of them to be VERY prejudiced. So much so that I would never want to live in Portugal let alone visit the country.

[@swicheroo1]

Speaking as an immigrant to the USA: All immigrants to the USA are different from the home country. Home countries evolve, while immigrant culture remains rather static. Beyond that, Portugal was a major colonial force --especially in African countries and Colonies that used slave labor. It also had colonies in East and Southeast Asia. This means that all those people from the colonies came to roost in Portugal...because they could...

[@YogaBlissDance]

One could say the same about Italian American's in some areas like NYC, there is a anti-black sentiment. But historically in Italy it's not the same. So I think that racism can be learned when one moves to U.S., it's about pecking order. Of course Italy has some issues now mostly because of poor migrants influx from Africa overwhelming the system.

[@mela6341]

I'm so glad you were honest about your assessment of Lisbon. Interestingly enough, we experienced the same uninviting and unwelcoming response in Madeira Portugal recently. I kept waiting for the vibe to change the entire week we were there but it didn't happen. In fact, several times, we were treated very rudely and made to feel stupid when we didn't know something they knew. There were no spontaneous smiles and even my efforts to speak a few words of their language garnered no better treatment. This was so surprising to me. I feel like no matter where I go in the world, I want to be treated with respect and kindness because that's the energy I give to others. I know there are beautiful souls there, but they seemed few and far between. It makes sense to want to settle in a place that shows you love, especially when you come with a vibe of love and respect for them. Just sad that this wasn't our experience. I must say though that the beauty of the island itself exceeded my expectations. Great video and info by the way!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

It's probably not the place for me but it may work for someone else.

[@fdm2155]

I hear you on the urban spaces. I don't mind visiting the suburbs or small towns but can't imagine living there.

[@AnyaTraveling]

Stephanie and Roshida mentiobs your name sometimes in their youtube videos. I am glad, I can match the face with the name. Thanks to Ms Adelia, Ms Roshida, Ms Stephanie, Ms Halisi and Mr Ric for all your advice, information and sage wisdom.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Our pleasure!

[@Nana__________________________]

Thanks for the video! Love hearing the perspective. Not sure if someone else clarified, but the income for D8 (digital nomad) visa in Portugal is 4X the minimum wage, which is around 750 euros a month. So for D8 digital nomad working income visa, you need about 3000 euros per month. If you are using the retiree visa, you only need Portuguese minimum wage per month in passive income/investments. If you have active income, you need the D8 visa. I believe they added this because before they put digital nomad working remote people under the retiree visa, but the income was much lower so they probably wanted to raise the minimum income requirements for digital nomad types. Just my thoughts, idk for sure why.

[@TonyMrBoring]

Did they ever explain why they selected Morocco for the exodus meet up given I've heard both Stephanie and Adalia speak about how Morocco is not the most welcoming? Why did they choose Morocco? ​

[@roundtheworlddiva8610]

Good info and I love the new “look”

[@fdoctor79]

Although Portugal may be an option in the future, I believe CDMX definitely has your ❤. I am definitely for access and opportunities if it is beneficial BUT trust that God-given intuitive nature it's there for a reason especially when making crucial decisions. 😅 Tfs and I enjoyed listening to your "thinking" out loud process. 😊

[@cynthianeville4452]

Enjoyed hearing about your adventures.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

thank you

[@Vivi30908]

I was in Lisbon in 2005, the majority of blacks there at that time were Africans and you could obviously see that they were neglected and very far from being integrated. This is one reason why I hesitate to take advantage of their residency even the opportunity is there. I just don't want to feel segregated.

[@transitiontotech]

I know I was tired from Marrakech, but Lisbon didn’t resonate with me either. I had a ball at the April meetup though!

[@elvdell5582]

I know EXACTLY what you mean on Portugal on all counts. It was nice, a wonderful trip BUT there are a number of things that just are not bad but are not great either. Glad to know it was not just me. It is still on my list as potential places, but I think of it more as a few months of the year kind of place.

[@Halonablack]

Great insight! I’m moving to Mexico City in September to do my 6 months and figure out if I want to do a temporary residency. But for months I was trying to decide if I wanted to go to Portugal or Mexico. I’ve never been to Portugal, but have gleaned some of the same conclusions you make here about the coldness of Portuguese people based on my experience growing up in New Jersey. The coldness isn’t personal, it’s just their way. Mexicans are the exact opposite. Thanks for the great video!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

I'm shocked! I didn't expect you to be interested in CDMX. Definitely let me know when you get here. And no, it's not personal it's just an interesting contrast to Mexican culture.

[@orangeocean13]

I've been considering a move to Portugal for years; however, recently, I've heard that many of the Portuguese are not too excited about the influx of expats moving there which is driving up costs. I am also in several reddit forums where Brazilians and people who are fluent in Brazilian Portuguese have shared that the Portuguese are not very accepting of this dialect of Portuguese being spoken - they prefer either European Portuguese or English. of course, this is all anecdotal, but still something to think about. I am personally fluent in Spanish and an intermediate Brazilian Portuguese speaker; so I think I'd need to take a trip to see if Portugal would be a good fit for me. I am also considering Panamá and Cali, Colombia.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

It's a country with low wages so no surprise that rents rising is causing friction

[@debras.4718]

Yes for Cali, it's a lot of afro Colombians that live there

[@fadedpages]

Yes, definitely learn European Portuguese if you have any interest in living in Portugal. The differences in grammar are pretty considerable.

[@Hello_Pri]

Thanks for this video, Adalia. It’s interesting bc the things you said don’t appeal to you about Lisbon (less urban feel, etc.), really appeal to me, so I really appreciate your thoughts on that. As a woman of color, it’s also great to hear about the diversity. It’s really important to me. Great content, as always!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

You're welcome

[@natashamoore9070]

I totally agree with you about Lisbon. I totally felt the same way when I visited. I find the city is not as inviting as I expected it to be. I guess all the hype about this city really is about how easy the D7 visa is to get. Give me Madrid anyday!

[@lionessofjudah1403]

Natasha, exactly! We're headed to Southern Spain If God is willing . Portugal is a very old country and not to my taste or desire to visit.

[@ariad4818]

Same, I visited Lisbon and Porto last summer. There was just something missing, it was nice to visit but didn’t meet expectations. I am currently back visiting Madrid and there is something about this city that keeps pulling me back.

[@dwalker6868]

I agree with everything you said I did an exploratory trip for my second residency love love the water I am a water baby but the rest of that hummmm I definitely felt like I am home when I got off that plane in Mexico😊

[@AudaciousLex]

The dating comments😂😂😂😂 I already felt like you were so relatable. New subby!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Welcome to the Picky Girl Nation!! Glad you're here.

[@Wilfredos_]

I am Puertorican, and my wife is Mexican. I am looking to retire to Mexico, and, although my wife is from CDMX, I have and chose Querétaro as my city. Keep it up, thank you for your videos I enjoy them very much.

[@pageegap1]

"they seem to be less friendly.." well they are European...people over there are most reserved and serious... probably Portuguese people are the warmaest in Europe though (maybe greeks would be more friendly).

[@designerguy6257]

I love way she said Countey shopping.

[@malikahm4053]

I am an oncologist and an Atty whom works immigration cases. I speak Portuguese Spanish Japanese Italian and German because I have lived in those countries. for years. However Italian and Spanish are similar I am Cuban and work out daily so those hills never bothered me. Good luck sis

[@carolwashington6881]

Thanks for doing this, Adalia. In the early 2000’s, my job transferred me to Lisbon for a couple years. I found Portugal to be an interesting place, with courteous people and outstanding food, but still Old World Europe. At that time, there were not a lot of tourists and the country was struggling to stay afloat financially. I’ve lived in many different countries and a few places are favorites for me, but Portugal is not top tier in my book. I also believe that holders of U.S. passports who are immigrating to Portugal should be ready for steep rent increases and a declining U.S. Dollar.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

You're welcome

[@lcdesigns6145]

In the early 1970s, I did not experience a welcoming vibe in Portugal, unlike the vibe I experienced living in Spain at that time. Hence, off my radar since then. Mexico for me is an option, even though I haven’t been back since 2015 …the vibe was so comfortable. Just came back from tour of Panama; still processing. Will head back to Mexico this year to help me decide 😊

[@mariafarlane2495]

Thanks for this video Adalia. I enjoyed hearing your perspective on Portugal and Mexico. I visited Matzalan in 1990 and stayed at a nice time- sharing villa that my aunt had. I liked Mexico but I didn't get the feeling from the people that you described . My cousin who was with me brought her boyfriend who was from PR. We went to a market in Mexico and he spoke Spanish to three local men about a purchase and was laughed at because of his Spanish. My cousin is from Panama and she spoke Spanish to these men and didn't have a problem. I remember her boyfriend telling us he didn't want to speak Spanish as long as we were in Mexico. I think I would have to come back to Mexico and visit other parts. I 'm not saying that the people were not friendly. But I would have to go back again and stay longer than five days to get more of the feel and not stay in a tourist area. I still would like to visit Portugal.

[@mysticalmisfit1332]

Hey Adalia!🙋🏽‍♀️ I recently found Our Black Utopia thanks to your channel. 😊I learned from one of their vlogs that Portugal has buses strictly to take passengers up & down the hills 😃

[@AdaliaAborisade]

I thought about that but it then adds another level to things. I really like being able to walk where I need to go.

[@MicaelaVega]

Wonderful video, thanks for sharing your experience, Adalia! I love Portugal but enjoyed Porto more than Lisbon. I found Porto more old world and laid back. I'm curious, are you considering Spain? I've had the same concerns about the lack of ubiquity of the Portuguese language.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

I am considering Spain

[@Nacole_Lashoun]

Enjoyed hearing your thoughts and perspectives!❤❤❤❤

[@AdaliaAborisade]

So glad you did

[@zipporah5060]

Adalia, I appreciated this comparison of Lisbon and Mexico City. Also. I hope that you will talk more about your journey to FIRE…unless I’vd missed it on another video.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

It's something I've considered discussing but wasn't sure if there was any interest.

[@aspire_counselingwell]

YAAA. I hope you're in Portugal when I finally move!!!

[@PatriciaBrooksCourageCatalyst]

Adalia, you spoke about getting bumped into on the subway. Here in France if that happens I don't always get an apology. It's like for some people here personal space doesn't exist. Do you find in Mexico that they have similar ideas about personal space as they do in the US?

[@Zikomo7]

Omg I have so many questions about France! Are you from the US? How is the raycism there? Do people follow you around stores or touch your hair or refuse to serve you? Are you able to befriend and date the locals? Do you feel safe over there? Are you in the Paris or marseille metro areas or somewhere smaller? Hope to hear from you!

[@PatriciaBrooksCourageCatalyst]

@@Zikomo7 the name of that interview with Adalia is called Moving to France After 50.

[@Zikomo7]

@@PatriciaBrooksCourageCatalyst I’ll take a look/listen

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Space is a premium here so personal space is a luxury. But people here are more cognizant of saying excuse me and the like.

[@savoryexposure]

Thanks for this post! When you went to Portugal I was eager to hear your thoughts. It’s been a few years since I’ve been in Europe and have been traveling domestically in Mexico for years. I do think that the friendliness of the Mexican people is one of the reasons I love it there. I also don’t think many realize how vast and varied the country is. Mexico is the size of Western Europe with so much to offer. Looking forward to visiting but yeah there’s no place like CDMX!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

The vastness of Mexico means I can get any environment I want and never have to leave. Tough competition.

[@gg13308]

Great video, I did not make it to Lisbon after Marrakesh. I am still country shopping. I am curious about your list. I went to Colombia and Ecuador after France. I am currently in Manta, but think I need to stop in Quito. Bogota surprised me. I am going to hang out more in South America. There is a vibe here that I cannot explain or shake. I love these two places so far. I might have more than one, but on the same continent. We'll see. Thanks again for a great video

[@AdaliaAborisade]

You're most welcome. Both Colombia and Ecuador are still on my list for now. I need to spend some time down there.

[@t.l1357]

Great video! I was seriously planning to move to Portugal last yr. I took a scouting trip with an Exodus member and my daughter. We went in the summer and I can tell u it was very hot and my rental said they had AC but didn't 🤬 It ruined the 2nd half of the trip for me. I liked that many cultures and ethnicities were there but the people weren't really warm. But very polite. So I just felt kinda invisible. I even have Portuguese friends but found them kind of flaky when it was time to meet up. That just wouldn't happen if they came to America. I would make a way to spend time with them unless they were across the country or something drastic. I left feeling devastated because I really had it in my head that it was my place. I still don't have another place in mind. Maybe I could try other cities. I did like Gaia and Porto better than Lisbon. The food was like early 2000s American grocery store prices. I found the food and transportation much more affordable than in America. Maybe I'll look to Belize or the Caribbean this yr. I just feel deflated at this point.

[@YogaBlissDance]

I feel like what place do you like the culture, where are you drawn to?

[@riseupbloom9836]

You look amazing❤!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Thank you ❤️

[@sisterkamilah4373]

I love that top. You look really happy. I’m happy for you ❤

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Thank you. Life is good so I've got no complaints.

[@orangeocean13]

I love your channel!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Thanks! 💗

[@rosalindhb]

I'm just finding your channel. Thank you for the information. Hopefully I will be in Portugal next year. For me its a country that doesn't see colors. You are either Portuguese or not. It doesn't really matter to me how diverse a place is, as long as their is no racism. Personally I'm staying away from Lisbon. Housing is expensive and feels too much like "American/touristy". I'm looking at coastal, smaller area's. Poor people of Portugal is getting priced out of housing. I imagine their homeless population will probably rise.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

I hope you love Portugal 💖

[@syd3724]

We went in January and loved it. I wonder how I could go about getting a work visa 🤔 I’m a baker here and I could bake there lol. I’ve also thought about like applying to school to get a visa

[@katrinamichelle8373]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

You're welcome ❤️

[@adnaloy9025]

I just found your channel! New subbie!! What's Portugal like for vegans? I'm vegan and have no plans to ever eat animal products ever again. I always wonder what these countries are like for vegans like me.

[@roxannemunson]

Love this conversation. The hills would be a turn off for me also. The older I get the less strenuous life I desire. Gene is hell bent on returning to the USA when he retires. I have about 6yrs to find a place we both can agree on. 😂😂

[@AdaliaAborisade]

You gotta get to work!!!

[@izzykatz5193]

I just love Scandinavia!!! And Iceland..

[@kellimccallum7595]

I knew that time requirement to be physically in Portugal annually was gonna result in an Adalia side eye, lol. We know you love to get up and go as often as you want and ain't for those type of rules, chile. 😅

[@AdaliaAborisade]

🤣🤣🤣

[@SPKLifeStyle2.0]

With the exchange rate… it may be time to head to Portugal. Please review every step of the process needed and let us know what we need to do to get it … whether or not you eventually go

[@sandrarobinson4448]

We enjoyed Lisbon, but were very surprised when my husband was offered drugs on the street. Other than that, we had a really good time.

[@martacancela7681]

Drugs? Pressed and powdered laurel leaves (to fool foreigners)... Now, when tourists think they are buying something illegal, they don't check it when buying. Besides, they can't complain to the police for being fooled, right? And «sellers» are not bothered by the police because the police can not arrest people for selling laurel...

[@beverlyb6391]

thx. good info for comparison.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

you're welcome 💗

[@iykeokafor8530]

Hello if I enter Portugal with France Shenghen visitor visa and find a factory job, Can I convert to work permit without leaving Portugal?

[@cynthiamuhammad2070]

Hey fam...does anyone have information on Costa Rica?

[@doublet459]

Isn't Mexico City also a tourist destination?

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Lisbon's population is around 500,000 while CDMX's is about 22 million. In which one do you think it's easier to feel the presence of tourists?

[@doublet459]

​@Picky Girl Travels the World thanks for clarifying.

[@monnica7005]

The hills are the scary part for me. 😅

[@AdaliaAborisade]

I'm not cut out for them

[@travelingthediaspora7996]

My Mexican Doorlady gave me train fare yesterday because I didn’t have change.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

folks will give the shirt off of their backs

[@lionessofjudah1403]

Why are there such few expats speaking of Spain? We are headed there and seeking Spain as a place to retire. From Seville to Valencia, it's tons of things to do and see. Spain has a very modern train and bus system, the food is delicious, the infrastructure is stunning, the parks and mountains are great, and the culture is beautiful in Southern Spain....By the way; they speak spanish in Spain. Adios

[@AdaliaAborisade]

I don't know

[@simi7248]

Hey, I think the challenge with Spain is/was taxes and their immigration process wasn't as straight forward as some other countries (digital nomad visa very recently launched) Nevertheless, I see more and more expats speaking very positively of the country and moving there. It can be a good thing that not too many expats speak about it, we see what popularity can do a city/country :) Pásalo bien :)

[@pageegap1]

Hey Portugal has Cristiano Ronaldo... that should count right?

[@bellaanyangom]

What are the sculls for

[@AdaliaAborisade]

It's a screen printing I made during dia de muertos

[@bellaanyangom]

I see that you may not be a believer in Jesus. 💕 What you are doing. Please think about Jesus if you get a chance.

[@Sunshine-fi4yw]

What age do most countries consider you a senior is it 60 or 65?

[@regi3875]

Portugal…paltry meager European country

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Not a fan I take it