THE REASONS Why So Many Foreigners Are Moving to Braga, Portugal

[@1755Lisbon]

Braga is one of the richest cities in Portugal and the whole Iberian Peninsula in what regards history, namely history of architecture. It is the baroque "capital" of Portugal, which means is the centre of the surviving baroque style in Portugal. The old cathedral dates back to the 3rd century AD and is one of oldest in the Iberian Peninsula. To stress that something is really old, we have a saying in Portugal: "it is older than the Braga Cathedral".

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thanks for sharing, Helena. It's such a beautiful place. Do you think it's the Rome of Portugal? - Josh & Kalie

[@1755Lisbon]

@@ExpatsEverywhere Yes, it is one of the city's epithets given the fact that was ruled by the Church and acted as the centre of several dioceses that included also some areas of Spain. Also, in the 16th century one of its archbishops extended and rearranged the city following the example of the urban works in Renaissance Rome promoted by the Popes at the time.

[@JoseSilva-cv2wf]

With 37 churches, definitely! Lol Braga was one of the governing centers of the Roman province of Gallaecia, capital city of the Suevi, historically one of the most important archdiocesis of Iberian peninsula and the most important in Portugal after Lisbon. Finally, it was crucial to the birth of the nation since it was the support of the archbishop that helped to establish the new kingdom. He crowned the new king.

[@classy_dweller]

@@1755Lisbon Braga is the loveliest town of Portugal ,full of green trees ,lying amidst green wooded heights and having so much handsome old-time romantic buildings ,but sadly ,the most of its native dwellers do not understand its prettiness and go to settle down forever in the eerie ,cold and unlovely towns of Northern and Cental Europe. Just now I met on Facebook a woman born in Braga ,who settled down forever in Geneva ,which is already a dirty ,treeless town ,full of ugly minimalistic -functionalist buidlings and utterly crowded ..but she do not think to go back and to live the last span of her life in her so wonderful native Braga ....this human caseof her almost filled me with some unknown kind of sadness ...sadness deeply felt on behalf of someone's else witlessness ...

[@ganotube]

@@classy_dweller native dwellers do understand its prettiness and go to settle down forever in the eerie ,cold and unlovely towns of Northern and Cental Europe because portugal doesnt give you a financial security that this countrys are giving . we cant live all from the tourism.we wish we could be in portugal .kr

[@Qoqsik]

Moved a month ago from Russia very close to Braga. A wonderful city if you like a calm and measured life. However, it should be borne in mind that finding a job on the spot can be very difficult. I stream on twitch and make videos on KZbin, so this city suited me perfectly.

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thanks for sharing. We hope you enjoy your time up north. - Josh & Kalie

[@foto21]

Whats the broadband like in Portugal?

[@nuno.peixoto]

@@foto21 It's very good, one of the best broadbands in Europe.

[@annaartesana2622]

Also , I would just add that I agree with the person who was stressing the importance of mentioning the universities in the area. The presence of a large , respected and innovative university is always a very important aspect of a city, as it brings employment, rental opportunities, housing development, spending power, economic growth and subsequent wealth and prosperity both for the present, and also affects the future development of the area. So it may not appear to directly affect your target audience, but the ripple effects of a prosperous college campus and all its students and staff on a city are enormous and indirectly affect everyone living, or planning to move, there. Keep up the great work, Ana

[@sheree1817]

This is the best video I've seen about Braga! Looks great, and covered a lot - nice. I'm sharing it with family and friends in The States.

[@robgilbert3395]

Great video - you provide exactly the information that most expats to be are looking for.

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thanks, Rob. We really appreciate hearing that. - Josh & Kalie

[@diogorodrigues747]

For those asking if Braga and Prague (in Portuguese "Braga" and "Praga", respectivelly) have something in common linguistically, the answer is simple: NO. Braga comes from the word used in Roman times, Bracara Augusta, whereas Prague (in Czech "Praha") comes from Old Slavonic "práh", meaning "rapid waters". So, it's actually a huge of a coincidence...

[@touemma2399]

Thank you

[@maryharrington1008]

Braga is now on my possibility list. Like the gardens & I can explore as needed. Very informative. 🎉

[@georgd3013]

Will definitely have to visit Braga on a future trip! Thanks, as always, for your insight.

[@moward301]

Thank you again guys! Fully detailed video! I never gave Braga a thought and now I'm thinking of it. It's BEAUTIFUL, and affordable. Choices, choices! Thank you! Fantastic job as always!

[@abduharbi7996]

Thanks guys for the comprehensive tour. Surely, it’s very helpful and informative 💐

[@Aiisimportanttoeveryone65]

Josh and Kalie, thank you both of you. You guys answered me all my questions. Congratulations, your video amazing my friends.

[@HoneymoonAlways]

That sanctuary looks gorgeous! Can't wait to visit

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

You guys might really dig it although it's smaller than Lisbon. - Josh & Kalie

[@Aiisimportanttoeveryone65]

Thank you both for your video it was wonderful and thank you to open my eyes to retiree there. Hid bless you, ❤😊

[@maryharrington1008]

You two do a magnificent job. Thank you ❤

[@thepeacefulpack]

We went shopping in Leiria on Saturday and it was a nice little city with lots of activity. Then we went for lunch in Foz. Braga looks stunning and will be added to our places to explore. For anyone considering Portugal - it's a FANTASTIC choice!!! We wish we skipped looking for a place in Mexico and came here sooner. Thanks for sharing.

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Nice! Thanks for sharing. There's so much here to be honest. It's crazy how many places there are to explore in Portugal. - Josh & Kalie

[@sanjayrajsoni]

Wow and here I was looking at Mexico - this is really insightful

[@cleaningtime8156]

WOW thanks guys for this Amazing Video its sooo beautiful this place ❤

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Our pleasure! Thanks for such a nice comment! - Josh & Kalie

[@sunu84]

Beautiful 😍 City. Thanks for sharing your video 🙏🏻

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thank you very much for watching. - Josh & Kalie

[@tuxdude1]

Thank you so much for this great content. We have booked the month of May in Braga next year and your video is a great intro to the city.

[@peexl3739]

I can’t wait to come back to Portugal!

[@vodcome]

Hey you love birds…. That was a really nice video… the architecture in these cities is stunning. BTW, I love the pet mics you’re using. Look like little furry friends tucked in your shirt. 😂

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Many thanks! The architecture up here is incredible. Those little furry friends are from Rode. 😅 - Josh & Kalie

[@PeeGeeThirteen]

Thanks for the honnest review! I love walkable centers, putting it on the list

[@Jones8orejas]

I love the way you guys highlight and find the best out of every place....thanks for mentioning the vegetarian options..... .Hope you mention it in different places...Nice video production....lots of preparation behind your content.Thank you.

[@laurap.5804]

I LOVED Braga! Lived there for 2 years, only bad and humid weather brought me to Algarve

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

We really like it too! Thanks for sharing. - Josh & Kalie

[@lucchese20]

Thanks for bringing up humidity. Had heard this before. Is the humidity all year long or only certain times of the year? Thanks.

[@thegreekstatue4503]

@@lucchese20 Braga is mostly humid during late fall and winter. Whenever it's hot, the air is dry. Always.

[@lucchese20]

@@thegreekstatue4503 Thanks. 👍🏻

[@thegreekstatue4503]

@@lucchese20 I'm glad I could help. If you're worried about humid heat, I guarantee you it never occurs.

[@3fortheroad]

Very beautiful city. Thanks for sharing. And, as a fellow American, including Fahrenheit for the local temps is much appreciated;)

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

😁 You're very welcome. We actually got in trouble for only have F for our C people. 😂 - Josh & Kalie

[@mcp2112]

Thanks for this really informative video (and beautiful shots!). As a point of reference on rent, I'm renting a fully remodeled, furnished T3 apartment just outside the city for 1000/month.

[@stevebbuk]

The couple do a good job of showing these places in all their videos, but the big weakness is how an individual would earn a living: we're not all digital nomads you know. Fortunately (or unfortunately depending on your mindset) I'm not far off retirement, and though I'd like to visit between June and September I'm not sure how I'd cope with the amount of precipitation throughout the rest of the year.

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thanks, Tom! That sounds pretty good especially for a fully remodeled place. 😁 Thanks for sharing. - Josh & Kalie

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Hey, Steve, thank you. I think what you're referring to would be a separate video. To be 100% honest, we don't RECOMMEND coming to Portugal to work within the local economy unless it's a C-suite job where the wages are solid. Since our experience is based around the D7, we approach our videos from that point of view, which means remote work (different than digital nomad) or retirement/semi-retirement. Email us if you have any additional questions at [e-mail] - Josh & Kalie

[@mariapierce2707]

Thank you for your informative information of Braga. Especially the transportation options.

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

You're welcome. We're glad that you like it! - Josh & Kalie

[@ubomninomen7765]

Good stuff. Thanks for the insight. I've been imagining myself off-gridding in a customized Piaggio Ape coffee cart (electric of course), so I got a kick out of the Ape coffee shop and its 3-wheeled logo. If you didn't know, Ape means "bee," and it is the cousin of the Vespa (wasp) - both having great Italian DNA.

[@yarpenzigrin1893]

That thing is ridiculous. What do you mean by offgridding? Living in it full time?

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thank you! We appreciate it. - Josh & Kalie

[@ubomninomen7765]

@@yarpenzigrin1893 It depends on where my imagination takes me at any given moment. I don't live anywhere full-time in both reality and my dreams.

[@hgracy9528]

Awesome video. So glad you enjoyed Braga. It was really nice to meet you guys ! Will keep following your journey 🙌🏼

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

GRACE!!! Hey friend. Thanks for watching. It was so nice to meet you and be able to hang out. We hope to do it again and more often. You and Gui are cool people. 🙌 - Josh & Kalie

[@sh.s4047]

It was a great Vlog, thank you very much. Anyway, but Josh's face in "10:06" is unforgettable. (LOL) thanks guys

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thanks! You're so positive and thoughtful with your comments. It's really appreciated. - Josh & Kalie

[@lomariola1353]

I'm from the Netherlands and winters here are cloudy and rainy. Also quite cold. How are the winters really in braga, also as depressing as the Netherlands?

[@willietdrinks5230]

Josh & Katie, what is your video equipment do you use. Your videos are so clean and the colors are fresh.

[@eduardoserrao7372]

Braga is, or used to be, the city with younger age average in the country. It is also been very popular among Brazilians moving to Portugal, for some reason.

[@ruisilva503]

as Braga citizen i would say yes, u could live there without a car but there are many places to wich u cant go on foot, so unlees u buy a bus pass, u're better off buyng a car in the long run because u will need it not just for the river beaches, but also sea beaches, certain shopping centers, and places like bom jesus and sameiro

[@ruisilva503]

also, PORTUGAL CARALHO

[@dietzold]

Great video ! Thanks for sharing your views on Braga….Cheers

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thanks, Arthur. We appreciate the comment. Glad you liked it. - Josh & Kalie

[@KeepingTheIronThroneWarm]

I wish there was more info on getting in and out of cities like Braga by train. For those of us wanting to DN around Europe free of a car, trains are key. Some places (Ireland comes to mind) have way less rail infrastructure than others.

[@therocksince99]

I was born and live here for 22 years, i agree with your statement, if you live close to the center of the city you should consider walking. Where i live im in a good walking distance like for example going the municipal market its around 10 min walking, football stadium 15 min, city center also 15min etc... The only two problems i consider the big "if" to live here are traffic and the increasing house prices but i still love living here, because its close of the airport, in 50 min i can go to spain, and its cool being close to the national park of Penefa-Geres and the quality of live here. With the plans that city hall have for the next years, i hope the traffic situation will be improved with the future metro-bus and with the creation of more acess's around the city and the renovation of old acess's.

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thanks for your input, Diogo! - Josh & Kalie

[@ShootingFrames]

I'm from the greatest city of Porto but I must say that Braga is a beautiful city also a great place to live!

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Maybe something about the process he went through? - Josh & Kalie

[@Yasin_Affandi]

Thanks for this wonderful video. Beautiful.

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thank you. It is very pretty. - Josh & Kalie

[@Yasin_Affandi]

@@ExpatsEverywhere Lovely. 😀

[@kerilee9886]

Great video guys, thanks! We're seriously considering moving out of Lisbon next year, this gives us something to think about!

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thanks, Keri. We appreciate the public sub! Braga is awesome, but so is Porto. 😉 Let us know what you all decide. - Josh & Kalie

[@wisnomjr]

Great video, very informative. Thanks! Josh, you look great without your hat. I think you look better and more professional. Kalie looks pretty as always. Again great video and great series on Portugal. It helps me a lot as I think about moving to Portugal. Thanks! :-) Jeff

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thanks, Jeff. The hat is very dependent on the stage or hair growth and need for a hair cut. 😅 We're glad that our videos are helpful. - Josh & Kalie

[@wisnomjr]

@@ExpatsEverywhere thanks for replying! I understand! Go with what you find comfortable. Keep making these great episodes, they are very helpful. :-)

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

@@wisnomjr You're welcome. Cheers.

[@robinafrica3456]

About 6yrs ago I was looking into moving to Porto!!! It’s still on my mind from time to time.

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thanks for sharing, Robin. What happened? - Josh & Kalie

[@KishanthJavegar]

I fell in love with Portugal too.., I've just posted a travel film about my connection to Portugal too..you should check it out. 😇🇵🇹

[@theushistorian]

Great video. I'm headed for a visit to both Porto & Braga in winter to see if I'd "ex pat" those two cities. Thank you for the info!

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thank you! Keep us posted on what you think and if you'd #expatthat. - Josh & Kalie

[@jeanmann8838]

Visited Braga last week Must say it’s one of the best places we’ve been to Lots of history and felt a very safe town to be in

[@HerselfProductions]

I love your videos. As an older retired person, I wish you would talk about health care in these cities, as that is an important consideration.

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/eae3oYd4jLqFgtU Check out this video! Thanks for the love. - Josh & Kalie

[@ppietrap3876]

I feel compelled to comment that Braga does have a deep history and some interesting stories. It was the capital of an old germanic kingdom. It is known as the city of Archbishops, with long history as a seat of power of the Catholic Church (for a while the most important one in the Peninsula) and the christianisation of the Iberian Peninsula, dating back to 44 AD. That is why it has so many churches, the Church actually ran the "place" for centuries. And it is part of international intrigue since it had bishops that became a Pope and an Anti-Pope!

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thanks for sharing, ppietra p. - Josh & Kalie

[@MartinZanichelli]

@Cio Lake It is the same thing, of course.

[@Gerard_2024]

@Cio Lake I may be incorrect, but I believe from what I´ve read that there is a connotation of status. Being an expat implies you are financially independent and comfortably off, whereas an immigrant can imply that you came to that country as a financially impoverished economic migrant in order to find a job and improve your standard of living.

[@worldwine7718]

Wlc 2 my country and my city Enjoy it A big hug from London

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thanks, World Wine! Great name 😉 Hugs back to you from Porto. - Josh & Kalie

[@theresewheeler1498]

Nice and informative vlog.. thank you for sharing Stay safe and blessed 😇

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thanks, Therese! We appreciate it. Blessings to you too. - Josh & Kalie

[@michaelwilhelm2148]

Josh and Kalie -- Liked this video of yours, as usual. I discovered a MOST beautiful place in northern Portugal that you *must* visit and report on. You will not be disappointed. The name: Ponte de Lima. Saw 4 different videos on it and they all confirmed my comments. Looking forward to your reply.

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thanks sharing, Michael. We're about to end our time in Braga and head back to Porto with Ami and G to do a few videos there before their 90s ends. Ponte de Lima will have to wait for now. 😅 - Josh & Kalie

[@mariusferreira1297]

Excellent video, really loved a lot, thank you 👍

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thanks, Marius. That's really nice of you! - Josh & Kalie

[@maggielogan9309]

Prices are a lot higher. We pay in rent $1650 for a duplex in the city center. Apartments that are nicer are in the 500’s or higher. 100k is not an option.

[@annaartesana2622]

Another brilliant video , thank you. To settle the debate over "immigrant vs. expat" the Oxford English dictionary defines an immigrant as "a person who has come to live PERMANENTLY in a different country from the one they were born in", whilst an expat is a person who has "come to live in a country that is not his/her native country." So basically its a question.of "permanent residency" for an immigrant vs " temporary/open- ended " living in a different country to his/her own" for an expat. Age, occupation, employment or economic status, education involvement, retirement status- these are all inconsequential in the definition. Also , I would just add that I agree with the person who was stressing the importance of mentioning the universities in the area. The presence of a large , respected and innovative university is always a very important aspect of a city, as it brings employment, rental opportunities, housing development, spending power, economic growth and subsequent wealth and prosperity both for the present, and also affects the future development of the area. So it may not appear to directly affect your target audience, but the ripple effects of a prosperous college campus and all its students and staff on a city are enormous and indirectly affect everyone living, or planning to move, there. Keep up the great work, Ana

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thanks, Ana. We appreciate it. It looks like you've had several comments come through on this video. The definition of expat and immigrant is basically the one we go by. To us, the words immigrant and expat are neutral, but we understand to others they're not. We can't change those people. - Josh & Kalie

[@redkiwi2351]

Looks like an amazing city!

[@joyharmon1110]

What's a T2? I an a retired single, so I an interested in smaller rental apartments, like a single or a studio.

[@sergiobatista2272]

It's an apartment that has two bedrooms.

[@BlissfulDee]

You mentioned "T2" in regard to housing a couple times. What does that mean?

[@gretchenariz9165]

Type 2 or 2 bedroom

[@At3nT]

5:55 -> "Being the birth place of Portugal" Me taking a knife in the heart, beacause the birth place of Portugal is where im from, the city next door (Guimarães)

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

We discussed that in our Guimarães video. 😁 - Josh & Kalie

[@PD55_]

Too many nice places in Portugal to choose from! Keep up with the cost-of-living reporting for sure. Are the real estate prices/rentals just "base" prices or are there other extra costs like real estate taxes, HOA/condo/maintenance fees etc like you would find in the USA? Or does this vary by region and city?

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

We know what you mean PeterD. There are condo fees but honestly, they're so low compared to ones in the states that it's almost funny. There are taxes involved in purchasing real estate and it's variable depending on price and where you're buying. Rents are generally bases but can often include utilities. Parking spots might be included too but they almost be have a monthly cost attached. - Josh & Kalie

[@sanjayrajsoni]

@@ExpatsEverywhere thanks but still it will be a great information to share. Leaving it out makes one feel that the information is incomplete - with your fantastic videos you are 95% there ….. Why skimp the last bit

[@nativetexan6628]

THAT IS ALL VERY LOVELY BUT WHAT ABOUT PEOPLE WHO HAVE EXTREME PROBLEMS WALKING MORE THAN 200 YARDS, TOPS?

[@TheOregonBackpacker]

Hi! First off, thank you for all the fantastic videos. We’re a couple moving to Portugal from the US with our 17-year-old son by way of D7 visa. We are struggling to meet the 6 month lease accommodations requirement required by San Fran consulate. Do you have any suggestions on best sites to look?

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thank you very much for the compliment. Would you mind emailing Kalie at [e-mail] ? - Josh & Kalie

[@corvobranco82]

Braga has a lot of history to be known. In general, Portugal doesn't sell its history enough. The cathedral is 900 years old, hence the Porgutuese idiom "Mais velho que a Sé de Braga" "older than braga's cathedral". Or the "arco da porta nova", the old city gate, that never got a gate, so it's just the arch, that coined another Portuguese idiom. "So! Are you from Braga?" when someone forgets to close the door. These are nationwide idoms among others. "See braga from a pipe" referencing the telescope in the Bom Jesus area that has a view on the city, and many others. The city itself is 2000 years old, you can visit roman sites, some of them close to the city center, where to actually roam through the same buildings as the Romans did 2000 years ago. It was Portugal's capital for a while being the religious power center of the country. The lore is there but is underappreciated. Great video though. A great showcase of my city. Thanks

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Nice post, Miguel! Love it. Keep the idioms coming. I've heard of the "So! Are you from Braga?" one before. How's it go in Portuguese? Thanks for the shout out. We appreciate the support. If you see us in Braga, please say HELLO. - Josh & Kalie

[@corvobranco82]

@@ExpatsEverywhere It's just "És de Braga?!!" in an annoyed tone. I'll sure say Olá if I bump into you two :)

[@corvobranco82]

On another note, I actually work for an IT American company, that has a site here in Braga. And there are a few of those running around here.

[@KishanthJavegar]

I fell in love with Portugal too.., I've just posted a travel film about my connection to Portugal too..you should check it out. 😇🇵🇹

[@allison2848]

I've been avoiding looking at the North, and set on the Algarve, because I thought it would be too cold in the North. I have Raynaud's syndrome, so my body doesn't tolerate cold. Those winter temperatures aren't nearly as bad as I expected!! Thank you. You've probably already said this, and I'll go look, but what are temperatures like in Porto? I'd rather be closer to the beach, and don't know what river beaches are like there.

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thanks, Allison. Cold is a bit relative so make sure you look at those averages to see if you can tolerate it. 😁 Winters in our opinion aren't bad at all considering I'm used to a bit of snow and 32 F or lower days back in the US. Our skin did get thinner after living in Singapore though and we still thought that Porto's winter temps were too bad. - Josh & Kalie

[@annaartesana2622]

Plus the presence of a University in a city adds a layer of vibrancy and life to a place which would not otherwise exist- extra cafes, bars, cheap eateries, clothes shops, music stores, cinemas, clubs, nightlife and the opportunity for the non-university population to avail of ongoing education, night classes, theatre, music, literary and arts events based in the university, all add to the richness of a city's cultural and educational life for all its residents. Plus the job opportunities in the university directly- at all levels- and indirectly, from businesses emanating from the college or business start-ups by former students. So, yes, I think it should be mentioned when describing the city.

[@elizabetejesus6575]

Definitely BRAGA ITS THE BEST CITY OF PORTUGAL 🇵🇹 ITS CALLED THE GARDEN CITY AND THE CITY WHERE YOUNG PEOPLE GO LIVE OR VISIT ALSO FOR FAMILIES AND ELDER PEOPLE TOO. IT HAS HISTORY AND ITS MAGICAL LIKE PORTO LIKE YOU LIVE BACK THEN BUT IN OIR TIME, A CONJUGATION OF ALL IN ONE. IF YOU VISIT BRAGA AND AFTER FIND THE MAGICAL WALK IN THE CITY AND GARDENS, THE LOVELY PEOPLE YOU WILL LIEVE WITH HALF WITH YOUR HEART ❤️ IN BRAGA. LIKE THEY SAY YOU VISIT BRAGA WITH SO MUCH JOY 🤩 AND YOU WILL LIEVE WITH SADNESS, BECAUSE YOU DONT WANT TO LIEVE, YOU ALWAYS GONE REMEMBER AND MISS BRAGA.

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Caps lock for the win! - Josh & Kalie

[@m000Theevilcow]

City Center would buy an eBike for longer distances and if I stay most of the time in Braga then no car is required but if you want to discover a whole lot not having a car is a nuisance, since renting cars often would be too expensive and if your plans are very long term or definite than having a car, even smaller one can be an option.

[@yangluis7511]

the roads seem a little bit steep with a lots of small stones,Is it convenient to ride a bike on such stone roads?

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

It's an option. There were a decent amount of motorcycles around too. - Josh & Kalie

[@m000Theevilcow]

@@yangluis7511 depends on the person some ppl would to luv to have sofas as seats ;D

[@yangluis7511]

@@ExpatsEverywhere understood,thx

[@yangluis7511]

@@m000Theevilcow got it,thx.

[@acceleratum]

The center is really nice and lots of old building/churches and history as Braga is known for having the priest seminars and a long catholic history, food and housing is slightly higher than most places on the north but similar to Porto, being the second largest city in the north that's to be expected. For downsides I can tell you the weather is really annoying in Braga, due to its geography it rains a lot even in summer and that's something you don't realize with a quick trip, the lack of trees and green spaces and the granite floors also make the city very uncomfortable during the rains since there will be small rivers forming everywhere, lastly outside of the center its pretty ugly, filled with cheap habitations and the traffic is very annoying and badly managed.

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thanks for sharing. You feel like there aren't many trees and green spaces in Braga? Do you say that's by comparison of other places in Portugal? We felt like there were enough. - Josh & Kalie

[@acceleratum]

@@ExpatsEverywhere well might be just my perspective seeing the city taking down trees constantly and making those granite squares everywhere, they probably chopped half the trees that used to be around the center, its hard to find a shade unless its from buildings, compared to a couple years ago.

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

@@acceleratum gotcha. That’s interesting that you have noticed the change happen so quickly

[@bklyntraveler9705]

Thank you - I think Braga is off the list; it’s too cold!

[@FantacialsWorld]

How long does it take from Porto to braga? I’m going this Friday first time x

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

It depends a little on how you're going. Car, train, bus? 40-50 minutes in most cases. Have fun!! - Josh & Kalie

[@colleencarone823]

We were considering moving to Braga but wondered what it's like to get 6-8 inches of rain per month 4-5 months in winter. Also wondering how job market is for retail sales associate and certified medical assistant type of jobs.

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

It's really difficult for us to comment on how you might feel with rain, but regarding what winter is in Portugal, it's so mild in comparison to other parts further north in Europe. We're not sure about the job market coming out of the lockdown. Sorry. - Josh & Kalie

[@lpmnymiamilondonrio9363]

Nice video. But saying that parts of Braga remind you of Disney could make Braga less attractive when it is a wonderful city.

[@athruz100]

Thanks!

[@athruz100]

I would love to see/hear more about the swimming areas that you mention in Braga. Thank you for the great videos from Boston, MA!

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

This is so incredibly kind! Thanks for recognizing our work in this way. We appreciate it very much. It's really encouraging. - Josh & Kalie

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Hope to see you on our next live stream and we can talk about it! - Josh & Kalie

[@luisvasconcelos1053]

Braga is a great place. Are you planning to travel to the Islands too?

[@zarauuu]

120.000€ house on Maximinos area? Give me one!!

[@amerlinphycian8132]

Really like your videos, do you know if Braga qualify for golden visa? Thanks.

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Nope, Braga doesn't qualify anymore for residential real estate. Sorry. Commercial rules still apply. - Josh & Kalie

[@amerlinphycian8132]

Thank you so much.

[@ramiromn15]

Hi Guys, something you forgot to mention for people like me who would like to immigrate to Braga, how much it costs to rent an apartment not in the city center but at a comfortable distance where there is public transportation, what are the chances of finding a job compared to Porto or Oporto, thanks.

[@jadexplores2100]

Hi there..would you advise against or think it would still be ok as an American to plan a 2-week trip to Portugal this October? So much going on with Covid right now but I feel so overdue for a return trip there. I'm so torn.

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Caveat-We're not virologists or clairvoyant and now that's out of the way, it should be fine from a vaccine level here in Portugal. The news reported that 66% of the population are fully vaccinated. - Josh & Kalie

[@veronicadcf]

Josh said "We are from Porto" with his heart saying it, probably not his mind. It is so cool to see how you all became one of the most famous Porto ambassadors! Thank you, guys!

[@mariusferreira1297]

Between Braga and Coimbra which city would prefer to live in?

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Marius, both of us say Braga. - Josh & Kalie

[@2clarityin30]

Do you have any realtors you can recommend for finding a rental in Braga? I want to live in a natural, green area that doesn't get hot in the summer. It's beautiful. Thank you

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Hi, Michele. Email me at [e-mail] and I'll pass you info. - Josh & Kalie

[@ahthisisgood]

I've been watching many vids to do research in preparing for our move but no one send to talk about bicycles... Access, parking, theft, etc....

[@miguelpereira3681]

Braga does not have it's own airport by the way

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

That's right, but 35 to 40 minutes by car is a very normal commute for someone in the US, UK or Canada to get to an airport. The airport that we're referring to is Porto's. - Josh & Kalie

[@michaelbrohl1625]

I'm from Michigan so I always think it's hilarious when people think winter temperatures in the 40's and 50's is cold. Where I live that would be a heat wave in the winter.

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

😁 It's all relative, isn't it. We're having a cold snap now in Porto as we wake up to upper 40s F temps. - Josh & Kalie

[@vive928]

Hi guys awesome videos. I have a question for you. I am sure you have explored malaysia. May I know your reason on choosing Portugal over Malaysia

[@vive928]

This question is for Josh & Kalie, much appreciated if you could share some experience

[@aensino5741]

Braga is very livable for a foreing, earning high salaries. natives earn misery salaries. An average worker makes 700-1000€, how can he/she pay for one bedroom 600-900€ a month apartment?

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Good question. Where are you getting your numbers that an average worker makes €700-1,000 per month? - Josh & Kalie

[@Wisly008]

Can't help but to notice that tall dark-haired guy at 06:06, anybody know him? Looks pretty handsome...

[@desertduck4177]

What’s T2 housing?

[@everettthomas2058]

Between Braga and Coimbra -- which one?

[@castroguedesdesouza1347]

As cidades do Norte são bonitas e históricas, mas prefiro as cidades do sul pelo clima mais quente. As cidades do norte são mais frias e humidas. Vivi a 10kms do Porto durante 21anos e sei o que estou a falar.

[@ameliekelly5616]

Wondering if you guys have a recommendation for an apartment agency in Braga, similar Liiiving in Porto?

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Hi Amelie, we haven't found/vetted an existing company that's like Liiiving. Sorry 😞 We can try to reach out to Grace to see what she recommends. - Josh & Kalie

[@ameliekelly5616]

@@ExpatsEverywhere Thanks guys, and just to say, I've been an expat in Asia since 2006 and facing mandatory retirement here in Korea, have set my sights on Portugal, continuing to work as a digital nomad. That said, I've been doing lots of research and find your content seriously informative, binge-worthy content! Thanks so much and let me know if you learn anything from Grace.

[@patriziamallory6751]

Hey what is the situation with C19 ? I will come from USA is vaccination mandatory or texts is enough?

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

66% of the population is vaccinated. Right now a test to travel here is still required but a vaccine is not and currently it's not recognized if you wanted to eat inside of weekends. The situation is ever changing though. - Josh & Kalie

[@antoniomiranda5727]

Don't bother with the extra people/tourists, but now houses are too expensive and rent is also too expensive. No parking spaces anywhere and traffic jams in the main roads.

[@ganotube]

i didnt eaven knew the tibia was a thing in my city

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Bruno, it's famous! 😁 We've seen it on some menus elsewhere as tibia de braga or something like that. ❤️ - Josh & Kalie

[@TheOcidente]

I loved Braga!! ❤❤

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Us too. So nice! - Josh & Kalie

[@Luckyamor]

Food, wine and people

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

😁 The important things! 😉 - Josh & Kalie

[@cyberpunkonline]

are bicycles or scooters allowed in the pedestrian area? thx

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Good question. From a legal standpoint, we'd need to ask, but from a practical, what do we see standpoint, yes people do it. - Josh & Kalie

[@abdalaluis2]

Guys I have a question, I was vaccinated in the us, moderna, do you know a way to validate it in here?

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

We've heard someone at the Altice Forum Braga center has someone that can do it. You'll probably need to go up there and explain your situation. - Josh

[@classy_dweller]

One wonders how can the native dwellers of this so sweet portuguese town ,full of trees and handsome historic buildings can leave it and go to settle down forever in the eery ,ugly and coldly-looking towns of Germany and the other northern european countries .... Are they out of their own minds to do such a silliness ...

[@janmaaso]

My $0.02? The same reasons so few people move to Monte Carlo: price and value for money. Jan.

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Thanks for sharing! 😁 - Josh & Kalie

[@JoseOliveira-qq9mk]

I am sorry to say that you sometimes miss some obvious aspects of the cities you visit. I am from Aveiro, but I am not even mentioning my own city. Braga and Guimarães are the home to one of the the most thriving, innovation centred Universities in Portugal (and so is Aveiro's University). How come you miss that in your videos?

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Hi José, thanks for the message. We haven't created an Aveiro video. We touched on the university in Coimbra because it's an unavoidable (not in a bad way) reality and landmark of the city. We haven't touched on the university in Braga and Guimaraes as much because it doesn't resonate with our target audience and the average age of the city isn't overwhelmingly affected by it like it is with Coimbra in comparison. - Josh & Kalie

[@JoseOliveira-qq9mk]

@@ExpatsEverywhere I am sirr

[@JoseOliveira-qq9mk]

@@ExpatsEverywhere I follow your channel and I am fully aware of the fact that you haven"t created a vídeo on Aveiro. That was not my point at all. My point is..... Do you consider that the expacts' community (and I should say that "expats" is a rather ludicrous way of mentioning "immigrants", which in fact you are, no matter how this term seems sonewhat offensive.... It is not..... immigrants are welcomed in Portugal, as far as I am concerned)

[@JoseOliveira-qq9mk]

@@ExpatsEverywhere Sorry for not finishing my earlier comment, but here it goes..... A lot of "expats" might want to understand how thriving the University of Minho (based in Braga and Guimarães) is... It is (along with other University cities in Portugal, including Aveiro, btw) one of the most interesting aspects of the region, since it actually offers some of the best job opportunities in the country. Portugal is not only for retiriees..... The so calked "new Universitys" (more than 40 years old) are actually in the map for innovation and best educational practices...... Among the best in the world! Please be aware of that! That us my point!

[@JoseOliveira-qq9mk]

@@arabalian1819 Thank you for your throrough explanation of my own view. That is exactly what I meant. However, I didn't mean to be aggressiv in any way..... I was just trying to point out something that is obvious to me. All the Best!

[@melinda5777]

I'd live there too!

[@ftv7219]

Reason number 1 to live in Braga: Taberna Belga

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

😋 - Josh & Kalie

[@richvangogh]

I know Josh and Kalie are waiting for the opinion of their professional Driver, friend, and crazy Artist that they plan on Featuring in some upcoming shows, maybe? Would I Expat That? Hell Yes! I would expat that in a New York minute! Your trusted Driver, Rich VanGogh (CDL, Class A, with Passenger Endorsement)

[@ExpatsEverywhere]

Rich, you missed it. The trip is over....for now. We're back in Porto. 😁 Braga is really livable. ❤️ - Josh & Kalie