NOTHING VENTURED, NOTHING GAINED!!

[@8pawsnj146]

I really admire you. I don't think I would have the guts. I'm so glad you are keeping your cats. I used to volunteer in animal rescue. You wouldn't believe how many people leave them behind. I'll look forward to your updates.

[@halstonandharleys]

Thank you! I don't think I am being brave or having courage - I feel I need to do this before I die, or I will regret it big time and I don't want to have any more regrets. I just made the decision and now am running with it!! I used to volunteer as well - that is where all my cats have come from, shelters! Never give them up!

[@justsayin397]

You are an inspiration Wendy. I love how you get things done! You are going to have a great adventure on your gap year. I think it’s definitely a start to many more adventures in the future.

[@halstonandharleys]

Thank you so much!

[@Laney_75]

You are so brave! It takes courage to move abroad like that! Blessings to you, safe travels!

[@halstonandharleys]

I don't think of it as being brave or having courage, at least not for me. I just made a decision one day and said this is what I am doing. I love adventure and am super excited!

[@KITTYKITTYBO]

Love it! What you’re doing should be the rule rather than the exception. Kudos to you

[@halstonandharleys]

Yes, agree!! Thank you!

[@lizzysbeautyshowetc.6895]

So exciting, spain is awesome!! If I would move it would be Spain,, proud of my spain ancestors and the spain culture.. You go girl.❤

[@halstonandharleys]

Couldn't agree more and thank you so much!

[@trs1481]

Sounds great - good on you. Wishing you all the absolute best 🍀🍀 Hopefully, you will post an update 😊😊

[@halstonandharleys]

Thank you and yes, I will continue my YT channel and updates along the way!

[@trs1481]

@@halstonandharleys Great - look forward to those. Many parts of Spain are so naturally beautiful.

[@sued.530]

Way to go Wendy! So glad things are coming together for you as you start a new life in Spain. Hope you continue to share your experience with us so perhaps one day we too will find the courage to get out of our comfort zones. Take care...

[@halstonandharleys]

Thank you so much!!

[@Johanna-uw9vy]

Absolutely love what you’re doing! The food in Galicia is great too. I’m sure you’ll thrive. Xx

[@halstonandharleys]

Oh thank you!

[@susantomkins8798]

Looking forward to updates Wendy!! I know you will learn Spanish for immediate practical reasons but aside from that, it is said that learning a new language is one of the best exercises for our brains! I wish you all the best on this venture, so exciting!😊

[@halstonandharleys]

Thank you and yes! I had French in high school and absolutely loved it. Looking forward to learning Spanish!

[@Angelareadsalot]

I moved to South Korea at age 40 by myself to teach English to elementary students, and it was the best 4 years of my life! I’m back in the US now after taking care of some family business. Now I need to decide where to go next 😆 I thought I was limited because of my beloved paw child 🐈 who I am not leaving behind ~ but you have inspired me!

[@halstonandharleys]

That sounds like it was so amazing!! Yes, it is actually pretty easy to bring your pets with you - just do the research on requirements. Some dog breeds are restricted for entering certain countries and most don't like Persian cats to fly because of short nasal airways. Other than that, it is all good!

[@CydPiper]

WhooHooo Sista! Hellya you go girl 👧So happy for you Wendy. Yes, please keep those updates coming. Spain sounds great and gorgeous and I have a passport if you want company after you get settled. Still want to do Germany too but will have to save some pennies LOL. Sending lots of Sister Luv for successful fun adventures ❤✈🐈‍⬛🧳🌍

[@halstonandharleys]

Hello sis!! Thank you and that would be awesome for you to come and stay in Spain with me! We can do some fun day trips and go exploring!! And I want to see Germany as well. Love and hugs!!

[@kelleytatman6977]

So things are going smooth! You said you've worked since a teenager--no wonder you're ready for a break. I took a break from working full-time several years ago as I got tired of office work, my pocketbook suffered but I was happier, I worked part-time temporary jobs that were more physical so it was good for me. Oh, about the Fla bugs....my theory as to why you don't see them spattered on windshield is because the bugs there are the "crawly-kind" not the flying kind. In the west here there are many moths but not the cicada problem that's supposed to happen this summer.

[@halstonandharleys]

Well, not 100% smooth, but such is life! That makes sense about the bugs too. We had the cicadas in Missouri, not here in Florida though! Hugs to you girl!

[@cindellsmith4885]

I have followed you for quite awhile, I just never comment, but when I found out you where you were going, I had to share this lady with you, cabana chronicles. She moved to the same area in Spain, I know she could use a friend 😊

[@halstonandharleys]

Oh, thank you! I will look her up and reach out for sure!!

[@robertocaba5915]

Hey its great you chose Spain, you will love it here and it is way safer than Mexico

[@halstonandharleys]

Thank you and I am so excited to experience a new culture!

[@jasonspilman]

Hi Wendy! I'm from Iowa and I've been living in Madrid, Spain since 2007. I'm a permanent resident here and live and work here. I really love your videos and outlook! When choosing an online Spanish class, make sure that you choose the Castilian Spanish from Spain. If you choose a Spanish course that is not the "Spain Spanish variety," your Spanish will sound really strange to a person from Spain. There is a lot of difference especially with grammar structures and vocabulary. It's not as similar as US and UK English, for example. Good luck and let me know if I can help with any questions!

[@halstonandharleys]

Hello and thank you so much for commenting and for sharing your valuable tip on learning Spanish, I have made a note of it! I would imagine you love Spain since you have been there that long, how exciting!! I am from Wisconsin originally - another mid Westerner, ha-ha! I will probably be flying from Miami into Madrid since I have the 2 cats and need a direct flight. Then I will need to travel up to Ourense. I would love to live in Madrid, but it may be a bit too pricey for me in terms of rental prices. Unless you can share some tips on how to find affordable accommodations in the bigger cities! I have been looking on Idealista. Cheers!

[@jasonspilman]

@@halstonandharleys Maybe we can meet for a coffee in Madrid if you aren't too tired from the flight. I love the video that you did about decorating your gallery wall BTW! It's possible to find cheaper prices in Madrid if you are willing to not live in the city center like me. I'm tired of the high rent prices (as I work almost 100% online) and contemplating moving to the beach one day soon anyway because I would like to have the option of going to the beach and enjoying the water.

[@kelleytatman6977]

That's good advice....as an American I wouldn't have thought of that.

[@marybethtanner959]

Wow

[@Coconutoilcrazy]

I am excited for you! Looking forward to traveling via the YT with you. I am considering moving, yet I am rooted where I am for now. Curious, how does health insurance work while moving to another country?

[@halstonandharleys]

Thank you so much! You get health insurance coverage, lots of options out there for Spain. I will discuss it more in another video, but the price I got was $60/month. I know, crazy!! Going to the chiropractor here costs me $75 per visit. Insurance and all the costs that go with it in this country are a big scam and total extortion from us citizens!!

[@sambowz9077]

😍

[@rosachavez6394]

Will you keep your home here in the US? Also in Spain will you rent a home? This is very interesting. I wish I could do this. Very happy for you

[@halstonandharleys]

I sold my home in May, and will rent in Spain. Thank you!

[@rosachavez6394]

Oh wow that’s great! I hope that I’m able to do this in my lifetime. I’ve always wanted to live in Spain for a while or even Germany. Wish you the best 🙏🏼

[@cpeace3172]

I’m glad you skipped France. My friend lived there for 2 years and absolutely hated it. She loved being a tourist but living there was a completely different experience. The local people were very hostile.

[@halstonandharleys]

Sorry to hear that! Thank you for sharing!

[@suzanne296]

How do you plan to do a 8 hour flight with out litterbox?

[@halstonandharleys]

You take a foldable travel one with you and a Ziploc bag of litter. I watched many YT videos on traveling from US to Europe with cats and this is the advice that was given.

[@suzanne296]

I really applaud you. I'm turning 62 and not healthy enough to do big changes. But envy you.

[@Mightyluna]

@@halstonandharleys Found your channel a few weeks ago and am loving it. I am considering relocating to Mexico or Spain but I have a small dog who is very anxious and would likely die of fright (not joking) if he had to fly caged up in the baggage area. Are you able to have the cats crates with you in the cabin of the plane?

[@dieselpete4053]

I thought you needed less money to get a visa in Portugal, i was told by a Spanish person to go to Portugal because of less tax

[@halstonandharleys]

Probably depends on the Visa and tax situations are different per country, individual and their situation.

[@cbnovick]

Hi Wendy, Cats are family. 🤍 I am excited to watch your adventure. I’m a big fan of gap years!!!

[@halstonandharleys]

Yes they are! Never did a gap year, and about time too!!