Portugal's hidden paradise | The Peneda-Gerês National Park - Forests, waterfalls and best hikes

[@TheNewbys]

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[@manuelferreira317]

Portugal is so much more than Lisbon and Porto. Away from the citys you find some paradise like places like this ones, simple nice people, great food. What more can we want when in holidays?

[@thesmithsmaf]

Beautiful, uplifting and inspiring film. I'm moving to Portugal from UK in April and have a viewing of a cottage near Lindoso next week, your video has given me such positive vibes after a difficult week - hugs to you and your family - Maf in Brighton ( not for long)

[@ericguardado9238]

So beautiful place.... I miss Portugal 😢

[@TheNewbys]

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[@inabates8919]

That’s the type of journey/ holiday you should experience, not what you generally get today through tourism bookings. Most things are too commercialised these days, not everything, there are still some gems out there. You just need to be brave and leap. Thank you for sharing your story and experiences. 😉💋❣️🍺

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks so much for watching Ina ❤️❤️❤️

[@snakey319]

Tara, you ever look back at these old vids and think about how you rose to the occasion, now you grow a garden like a farm, make your own preserved foods, have another baby boy and are lady of the estate? wow, you did a lot.

[@iJSabelle007]

Wow, that plunge was worth it! The color of the water was breathtaking!!!! And seeing Crusoe as a baby and a happy baby is such a joy!

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks so much for watching friend 😊🙏🏼❤️

[@JB_FLYA69669]

Thanks for this beautiful video i never new Portugal was so mesmerising you have inspired me to go here

[@gazeteciserif6525]

Amazing video guys. Nice to see my second home by video!

[@TheNewbys]

Thank you friend. What a great trip that was!

[@jrbixler]

I love, love this video. Beautiful! 😊

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks so much for watching Joyce, we are so appreciate of your support 😊🙏🏼❤️

[@lindamesa5122]

Absolutely magical place! I'm not surprised u bought a farm in Portugal crystal clear swimming holes and breathtaking views! Wow! 🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞

[@nunotomaz]

"Its at the end of your confort zone the magic happens" So SO TRUE love it . Amazing Guys ✌

[@manuelbarbosa74]

Portugal the most beautiful country in europe and the most beautiful in the world. Portugal is simply fantastic

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Manuel, we totally agree. Thanks so much for watching and taking this journey with us, your support is so very much appreciated! 👍🙏🚐

[@maganalia]

Crusoe and Sawyer are the luckiest little boys in the world. I love watching your family.

[@mikedevere]

Can't believe you ever needed any help to be brave Tara ❤. Lovely video guys.😊

[@TheNewbys]

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[@joanofarcxxi]

So good that you had a lovely time in my country. 😊 Your baby is totally adorable. 🍼😍😘 He is a special boy. I enjoyed your video very much. Take care, and come visit again. 💚💛❤

[@claire7142]

Goodness, what an absolutely beautiful part of the world. Very envious of the wild swimming! You cannot beat being amongst nature for grounding oneself and healing from the stresses of life. Looking forward to next week :)

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Claire, lovely to hear from you. Agreed, the nature, and wild swimming really makes us feel peace, we are so fortunate to be able to visit these spectacular places. This was one of our favourites. Thanks for taking this journey with us. 🙏👍😊

[@rayawakening]

In tears at 18:15

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Ray, great to hear from you. Thanks so much for watching, we hope you enjoyed the video. :) 🙏👍

[@catherinebailey9252]

What an amazing cottage, love the exposed rock and brick, such a rustic vibe!

[@TheNewbys]

You’d have loved it so much there Cath, it was one of our favourites ever.

[@annekeolivier9646]

Stunning photography as always...accompanied by the most beautiful music...excellent choice!

[@TheNewbys]

Thank you friend. ❤️❤️🙏

[@annwalraven4080]

Wow what an absolutely beautiful part of Portugal, I am blown away. Your attitude to life is incredible and Crusoe is the best.

[@TheNewbys]

You certainly join us in being blown away by this part of Portugal, it was our favourite. We LOVED IT. Thanks so much for taking the journey with us. It’s so really great that after almost a year of videos you are still watching them!! ❤️🙏🤩

[@cherylbray7425]

Oh my gosh what a beautiful place I so want to go to Portugal. I’m so glad your having an amazing journey. I also love the tunes. Thank you for another amazing video. Your little Caruso is so adorable. Kindest regards from Australia

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Cheryl, great to hear from you! Thanks for dropping us a line. Portugal = AMAZING! We have loved it. The journey continues, and we need to now work out what comes next in our adventure to get Crusoe to 100 countries before school! Lots to do!!! 🙏 Thank you!!!

[@bognor1965]

You show us the most beautiful places and we just want to thank you for that . Have a great week guys stay safe x

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Natalie! How was your week! Gosh it’s been busy here. Thanks for watching this weeks video, we loved the swimming and the countryside, wonderful. The mountains and rivers are real balm for the soul. See you next week friend! 👍🙏🙂

[@bognor1965]

@@TheNewbys our week has been the best , we have both said the last six months have been put behind us and from now on with our new van we are both so excited for the adventures ahead , we have sent you some pictures of the van on Instagram x

[@TheNewbys]

We’re so super happy to hear that and are delighted for you guys. Let the adventures roll!! The van looks amazing!!!! Thanks so much for sharing the pics xx

[@yvonnebirch6026]

Beautiful country ! You are the best travellers and guides ! Crusoe is doing so well too. It is a joy to follow you 🌻🌷💕

[@TheNewbys]

Thank you Yvonne! Very kind comment. Crusoe sends lots of hugs and we all send our thanks for watching. great to have you along for this adventure. 🇵🇹❤️🙏

[@misterg1157]

Having watched a few videos now, what comes across is what a charming family you are. Also, all your interactions with the camera are so natural, and you include when things go wrong. I know that the two of you are building a channel but what a lovely set of videos for Crusoe to view and treasure when he’s older. How many other children see something so comprehensive about their early childhood? Absolutely charming family.

[@TheNewbys]

❤️❤️❤️😃 THANK YOU mister G. We try so hard to be a genuine as possible on the videos, and not shy away from stuff that really is happening when we are filming, it’s all part of the story we want to share, good and bad. We hope that Crusoe enjoys the videos when he is older! Thanks for watching friend.

[@hatersgonnahate4343]

Living in Portugal as an expat I was looking for geres. And yay I found your video! You guys are so much fun to watch! Much love from Braga 🇵🇹

[@TheNewbys]

Hi there friend! Great to hear from you, thanks for watching, we are really pleased you have found the channel. Bit love to Braga, it’s very cool there. ❤️❤️👍🙏

[@anugupta7661]

hats off to u guys!!!

[@didikwibo8048]

You are a verry happy family. Iam really jeoules with you. Keep spirit and always be happy.

[@TheNewbys]

Thank you friend. Thanks so much for watching and taking this journey with us, your support is so very much appreciated! 👍🙏🚐

[@didikwibo8048]

@@TheNewbys your welcome with my pleasure. Keep healthy and becarefull for road.

[@cathyholt5215]

What a fun trip! Great music

[@Susan.I]

The waterfall and crystal clear water looks great!! So beautiful!!

[@TheNewbys]

Beautiful place, great for a swim! 👍❤️🙏

[@schwab_squad]

You are an inspiration 🙂 We are in Portugal now and visit all the beautiful places😃 One day we'll meet and enjoy life together👋

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks guys, enjoy your travels friends and yes it would be great to meet up one day. 👍👍❤️

[@rogerjob2780]

Great. Video guys 😎🍷🚍⚓️🇬🇧

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Roger! Thanks very much friend. Appreciate your support. 👍🇬🇧🚐🙏

[@sheilagaleano365]

Again and always.... love every moment of your journeys and rambles : ) What a fascinating area. I want to spend hours on that little secluded patio at the AirBnB reading a book, feeling the sun and listening to the babbling water. Maybe it's time to refill the emergency cash reserves...haha. I always love waterfalls...so majestic and calming at the same time. I see Crusoe got the taller carrier :) His neck thanks you :) He definitely is a champ : )

[@sheilagaleano365]

Hugs to you all. Love from your friend Sheila : )

[@TheNewbys]

Thank you so so much for the comment Sheila, and for again being here for the journey. That patio was pretty special and quite by accident we did end up spending an entire afternoon there just whiling away the hours, it was bliss. Crusoe is indeed much better strapped in thanks to you! He’s such a happy little chap. Love to you from us three x

[@anniewalden9697]

Loved this- the last song made me cry a teeny bit - in a magical way- so beautiful.........

[@TheNewbys]

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[@Susan.I]

What’s gorgeous view!!

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks Linda, this was a wonderful trip. Thanks for watching. 🇵🇹🏡🙏🚐

[@tripmood365]

Yes, it is a good feeling to watch your casual travels. The little man is doing really well. Ready traveler :) A curious person will always find the best places. And "basic tourists" sit in the hotel bar ... bohohohoho.

[@TheNewbys]

Who would have know there are so many cool places to see and visit in Portugal. Amazing fun. Thanks for taking this journey with us friend. 👍🚐🙏❤️

[@tripmood365]

@@TheNewbys It is my pleasure. As if I was on my way myself. From Spotify, I put Fado music on and move to another world :)

[@Stephanie-Gillespie]

This journey has been so beautiful and fun to watch and follow!! I love your adventurous nature guys ❤ I'm glad travelling with a newborn hasn't been as scary or stressful as you feared Tara and I admire that you guys aren't letting that fear hold you back! Can't wait for the next epsiode!

[@TheNewbys]

Thank you so much for such a wonderful comment Stephanie, that really made us smile. We want above all to teach Crusoe to be brave, so let's hope that these are the stepping stones to that! Have a super week and thank you again for being a part of our little journey so far. x

[@filomena9794]

Portugal ❤️

[@janehutchinson9999]

Wow that’s my kind of holiday. The waterfall was amazing, the choice of music was so relaxing at the waterfall and Crusoe is such a little champion. Tara I’m so glad your now relaxing into motherhood and your adventures with a baby, your a natural. See you next week in Spain guys

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Jane, good to hear from you friend. Thanks so much for the encouraging words. Tara, really has eased into the job of being a mum, it’s so cool to hear that you also see it. Thank you for commenting. You bet we will see you next week, Spain is here ( sneak peak, Tara needs a vegan meal and let’s John pick the restaurant, what could possibly my go wrong?!!) Thanks Jane! 👍😊🙏

[@flaneur8469]

Geez another lovely episode. Stunning waterfalls and swimming holes, gorgeous landscapes. Loved it all and can even forgive John body-slamming that lettuce into them picnic rolls. He really did show those lettuces who’s the boss. The look on Tara’s face when there was no mobile reception to navigate to the national park was priceless. Enjoying hitching a ride on your travels so much.

[@TheNewbys]

Flaneur!!! 😂😂😂😂😂 oh friend that’s so funny, we are laughing out loud!!! John doesn’t make the greatest sandwich, that’s for sure!! 😂😂. Thanks for entertaining us back, you’re a rock star. Really pleased you enjoyed this episode. Thanks for watching!! 🙏👍🤩

[@pablonieto5510]

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[@declanwatson9325]

Fantastic videos and really enjoy them. It allows me to live my life a little vicariously through the three of you - after watching each video I feel like I just had a mini holiday for 30 mins 😁. Delighted I stumbled across these. You clearly are having a lot of fun and I think many of us just wish we would pick up and go and do what the three of you are doing. Gotta run, I’m off to holiday in Spain for 30 mins 😂

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Declan, Great to hear from you friend, its been quite a week! thanks so much for watching and taking this journey with us, it’s cool to know that you are also enjoying the adventure, your support is so very much appreciated! 👍🙏🚐

[@suzannehay2984]

Another fab video, Thanks for sharing and enjoy the rest of this week!

[@TheNewbys]

Thank you for watching Suzanne, we so appreciate it! Have a great week your end too x

[@sharonoldham4374]

Beautiful waterfalls and color of the water. Thanks for sharing your travel to Portugal. Enjoy see you in Spain. 🦋

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Sharon, Great to hear from you, thanks for watching friend. thanks so much for taking this journey with us, your support is so very much appreciated! We will see you in Spain!! 👍🙏🚐

[@carinep.4520]

I love you guys….makes me realize that life is in the small moments and enjoying where you are as you discover new places even a few km away from home. Thanks for sharing your love of travelling with us and your perspective on life…it is so refreshing. Wish I was in my 30s again

[@СуперСила-ь2р]

Природа потрясающая!

[@TheNewbys]

Great to hear from you friend, it was quite a week! Thanks so much for watching and taking this journey with us, your support is so very much appreciated! 👍🙏🚐

[@moneymoney1885]

Seeing absolutely gorgeous Tara makes watching worth it

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Alevel videos. Good to hear from you. Always nice to get kind comments. :) Did you like the look of the National park, and do you remember those old European boarders?

[@moneymoney1885]

@@TheNewbys they was definitely nice to see for sure but Tara is the real treat, pretty women make everything in life better wouldn't you agree my friend

[@TheNewbys]

We so appreciate your support friend, thanks for being part of our journey.

[@moneymoney1885]

@@TheNewbys not a problem, keep making videos we will watch

[@TheNewbys]

You bet we will!

[@shelbycooper7504]

Just Magical thank you so much for this wonderful episode

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks Shelby!! Great to hear from you, thanks for watching friend.

[@GOLD33N13]

Amazing, Gerês is so beautiful, very good video!!!

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks Jeep nN - Great to hear from you friend, its been quite a week! Thanks so much for watching and taking this journey with us, your support is so very much appreciated! 👍🙏🚐

[@DJ-uk5mm]

You guys are inspiring. Thanks for sharing your trip I’m going to live vicariously through you :-)

[@TheNewbys]

Hi DJ. Thanks so very much for your kind comment. It’s great to have you travelling with us! Thanks so much. If you could go any where in the world, where would it be? 🙏👍😊

[@algebraictraveller3725]

Such a great place to travel to!

[@TheNewbys]

Algebraic Traveller you are so right there! Portugal is amazing!! Thanks so much for watching and taking this journey with us, your support is so very much appreciated! 👍🙏🚐

[@algebraictraveller3725]

@@TheNewbys And thanks very much to you guys for showing us around the world, in your adventures.

[@rhondallyons9842]

A very kind person to share from her garden! I love beets! In fact I cooked a bunch today!

[@TheNewbys]

That’s true Rhonda! Thanks again for watching. ❤️👍🙏

[@ToastandJam52]

Yet another great video. Really enjoyed watching this as you got to parts of Portugal that I haven't been too. I am now inspired to explore the north. Should you keep going north into Spain I highly recommend the Picos de Europa. It is the best part of Spain (in my humble opinion).

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Mike! Yes, a great part of Portugal, we will be back. Seriously considering something more permanent in Portugal, it’s amazing. Back to quarantine this week, before heading on to new adventures. 👍

[@martinethevenau69]

As a new subscriber I am watching your old blogs and just loved this one with the waterfalls and such a blessing that the guy at the entrance gave you a free pass. Crusoe crying just at the right time.

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks Martine. Welcome to the channel. Crusoe knows exactly when to turn on the flood gates!! Great to hear from you, thanks for watching friend. 👍❤️🇵🇹

[@Latexhandske]

A) You are both very loving, caring and brave parents. The nobel peace & hiking prize to you! B) I never came to that charming and delightful National Park in 1987 and shit me - that´s a regret! Our car broke down after going to Lisbon so we took the train to Spain. C) Speaking about fun borders, have any of you been to Baarle-Nassau/Baarle-Hertog in Netherlands/Belgium?

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Meinart, phew! such a kind thing to say, thank you. You will, we are certain visit that national park one day, it's spectacular. We haven't seen that Netherland Belgium boarder, but now we really must. Thanks for mentioning it. We will possibly pass by there on the way back from eastern Europe. Thanks Meinart. 🙏☺️👍

[@helenvwalker7919]

Loved this video. Life-affirming❤️Just got back from Pyrenees Aragonés . Used some of your recommendations up there too. Thank you. I can see a trip to Northern Portugal soon. I was in La Alberca and Magarroz a few years ago. I did an English for professional Spanish people course which changed my life. I now live in Southern Spain. Couldn't agree more about pushing outside of your comfort zone. 😊😎

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Helen, terrific to hear from you. Thanks for leaving us a comment. Sounds like you are having some of your own exciting adventures! Great that we have helped with some travel ideas. Life affirming and life changing moments are so rare for most, congratulations for recognising them when they happened. Thanks so much for watching and taking this journey with us, your support is so very much appreciated! 👍🙏🚐

[@bognabuzan1218]

I found you looking for NC500 videos and last weekend I’ve watched 25-30 episodes of your adventures. The world with your eyes and positive humour is absolutely beautiful 👌 Thank you 😊

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Bogna Buzan! Great to hear from you (cool name!) Thanks so much for watching our videos, it’s really cool to know people are enjoying them. Did you have a favourite one? We have a few favourites. Thanks for being a part of our journey. 🙏👍😊

[@bognabuzan1218]

@@TheNewbys My favourite one is from Antarctica because it’s something different than I have seen on travelling vlogs. And your wedding day, what an idea 😍 I like episodes from Scotland as that’s our target for August! I have been in Scotland 11 years ago and it was an amazing trip, especially reaching the summit of Ben Nevis and I fell deeply in love with Isle of Sky 🥰 I like episodes from Portugal as it was our aim 2 years ago, on our Europe trip with tent. We had only 20 days, but we enjoyed each single day. Now, we have our small caravan, refreshed by us, so I like the episodes with renovations of your 2 campervans. I love vlog from Poland as I am Polish🇵🇱, but I live close to Cambridge🇬🇧 your handsome boy name is perfect for a little explorer :-)

[@TheNewbys]

Poland was fantastic! You come from a magical country!! It sounds like you guys are adventurers too. Lots of travels on the horizon, nice! Let us know when you get out in your caravan. Thanks so much for travelling with us friend, and if you ever think about Antarctica for yourself, let us know, AMAZING!! 👍🇵🇱👍

[@jamieT973]

Really enjoy watching your videos>>>>>>lovely nice sincere people>>>>>stay safe>>>>>😊😊😊

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Jamie T 1973. Great to hear from you and thanks for your lovely comment, it means the world to us. :) great to have you along for the journey friend. 🙏👍😊

[@jselectricals7918]

@@TheNewbys hii brodhar enjoy your famly thank you

[@jothybaran6801]

Nice video ❤🎀

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks Jothy! :) 👍🙏

[@doriamoreira158]

Amazingly beautiful and I love the consideration and the generosity of the people. Enjoy

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks Doria! 🙏👍❤️

[@Azia222]

Very interesting videos! :)

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks Azia222! We are so enjoying putting them together. Great to hear from you friend!! 🙏👍🤩

[@Emma-ke7nw]

Another great episode. What a gorgeous & fascinating area. My sun fix with you guys each week is keeping me going. 3 weeks left of school term here & I’ve got everything crossed for some improvement to our Summer weather. Loved you Airbnb, it looked fab . Xx Just to add Tara, your thoughts & doubts on travelling with baby Crusoe resonated with me on a much smaller scale. I took our daughter on holiday to Majorca for a week, she was 3 months old ( she’s just turned 20!!) without my husband but with friends. I was so scared but so proud of myself when we got back. You are awesome 👏

[@TheNewbys]

That is so wonderful to hear Emma, thank you. And goodness, doing this without John would be a whole different kettle of fish so I don’t think your trip is in any way smaller than what we’re up to with little Crusoe! Well done and you absolutely should have been very proud of yourself. Have a great week and thanks so much again xx

[@amandaweber7328]

Loved this video😍 Those grain houses are amazing! And your drive to the water falls and the scenery was beautiful and green!

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks Amanda!! 😊😊❤️❤️

[@n.j.rihari813]

Awesome vid Northern Portugal looks stunning! Thanks for sharing 👍

[@TheNewbys]

It really is very special up here, we're loving it. Thanks for being a part our journey.

[@izastrzelecka5232]

Absolutely beautiful waterfalls! I am just catching up with your last 3 videos, I promise to leave a comment under each of them 🤗 it’s so good to see you all again!

[@TheNewbys]

Ahh you’re the very best Iza, thank you so so much! We absolutely love hearing from you and so appreciate you taking the time to catch up with our adventures. These waterfalls were so beautiful and this is probably our favourite video so far (don’t tell the others! 😜😂) have a great Sunday snd see you next week!!

[@sherylbentley3724]

What a Adventure ♥️ Beautiful 🌴🐊🍊

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks Sheryl! ❤️❤️

[@krzysztofzaleski6518]

Thanks for sharing such a beautiful place I’m going to be in Portugal in June hello from Chris Toronto

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Chris!! Great to hear from you, thanks for watching friend. 🙏🇵🇹🇨🇦

[@cammiller4014]

Thank you so much for the video, friends. What song starts at 9:25??

[@TheNewbys]

Hey Cam. Great to hear from you, thanks for watching friend. Not sure about the time, it’s from a company we don’t use anymore and so getting the name is tricky. We are really pleased you enjoyed it. Maybe try and use Shazam app? 🙏👍🇺🇸

[@doris_s_atlantica]

Thanks for the beautiful views of Portugal, where I have never been to before, might be some time soon. Great places, so calm

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks Doris! Great to hear from you, thanks for watching friend. 🇵🇹🙏

[@doris_s_atlantica]

@@TheNewbys I'll be watching little by little. You've made Portugal interesting for me, even though I've preferably gone for Spanish speaking countries as I grew up in Colombia.

[@toniabahia6595]

Adorei o passeio🥰.! É realmente um Paraíso o Gerês…😍😘💚😘💚😘💚

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks Tonia! We loved Gerês too! Great to hear from you, thanks for watching friend. 🙏🇵🇹🏡

[@karinabolanos3645]

Thank you 🙏

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks Karina!! Great to hear from you, thanks for watching friend. ❤️🙏👍

[@luziadasilva6394]

Just beautiful

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks Luzia! 🇵🇹🙏❤️

[@Alfablue227]

The town of Lindoso is part of my ancient ancestry. One of my Middle Ages (xv century) grannies was born in Lindoso and married into my paternal family, which settled further down the mountain in another parish town, that of Ponte da Barca. My family has lived in that area since time immemorial and my father's parish is Magalhães, Ponte da Barca. That is where Fernão de Magalhães, or Magellan the famous one, was from. We have national Portuguese documents stating his aunt, which claimed his fortune after he parished in the Philippines, was from Ponte da Barca. Most visitors totally ignore the region of Minho and it is stunning, full of history and also a very ancient Celtic land. It is bad for allergy suffers like myself and your husband, though. So happy you discovered it and had fun. Continue to enjoy my beautiful country. BTW ur baby is gorgeous! 🇵🇹😱🥰🤗🙏

[@TheNewbys]

Hi M Silva, great to hear from you!! Thanks for your comment. So cool to have such a long and detailed family history, something to be very proud of. Your families roots are certainly buried deep in some of Europe’s most beautiful landscapes. Thanks for sharing it with us. Crusoe spent a lot of time hanging out with Portuguese people, lots of cuddles and smiles. ❤️🇵🇹🙏👍

[@Alfablue227]

@@TheNewbysAbsolutely! I am so in love with the place, and of course, my heritage. Babies are always a hit in 🇵🇹 as we have so few, but especially the ones like Crusoe. We have a few of his phenotypes in some of the smaller hamlet towns in Minho. Those received heavy Celt and Germanic tribe settlement in the IV century and way before. There is one in particular about 18km NW of Braga called Aboim do Nobrega. It is part of the larger commune of Vila Verde. The Suebi (Germans living between the Elba and Volga rivers) settled there and all around the River Man (Rio Homem) on their march to the NW of the Iberian Peninsula; this according to the Roman accounts. Descendents of the Suebi, the Buri and some Quads that joined the march as well, well their DNA still lives in many of the Minho small parish towns to this day. One other town slightly up north, but just South of Ponte da Barca is called Terras de Bouro: it stands for "Land of the Buri" because the Buri settled there.These towns and Vila Verde too have a lot of redheads, especially Aboim with mostly readheads and blondes, so you would feel right at home! Incredible, say most foreigners that see us mostly as dark, short, swarthy and most Portuguese south are, but in Minho it is different, though there are many swarthy there as well😉. These Germans used to hide from the Moors and lived in difficult terrain; mountainous with rivers nearby. You have to come back to visit some of the many amazing sights and villages of Minho; Lindoso is just one of them. Peace & stay safe✌️🙏🤗❤️🇵🇹

[@TheNewbys]

Hi M Silva, that is some serious knowledge of your country. Wow! It’s so cool to know that Europeans were moving around and settling in different parts of Europe way back in the 4th century. Of course they were, and of course we still do. We are seriously looking at Portugal our selves as a place that might occupy more of our time. Thanks for sharing what you know with us, we will almost certainly be heading to the places you recomend. 👍❤️🇵🇹🤩

[@Alfablue227]

@@TheNewbys Thank you😊I am a bit of a history buff and there is plenty around here, but in the UK as well. I hope you visit us soon again. If you plan on visiting more of Minho, you missed this gem on your last visit. About 1.5hr by car around Gerês and past my dad's town is Arcos de Valdevez. Just a bit north of that is the hamlet town of Sistelo; a gem! Think about it, even Forbes did and published a piece on it but hardly anyone goes there; good!😉Stay well and Covid free. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4rEcqafgb5losU 🤗🙏❤️🇵🇹

[@TheNewbys]

Terrific drone footage there. What a lovely looking village. I’m very sure we will be back soon to explore more. Thanks for sharing your enthusiasm and knowledge M Silva. :) 👍

[@sheilapope8547]

Beautiful

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks Sheila!

[@felixwalraven7852]

Another superb video. Just not sure if they speak Spanish in Portugal Tara 😀

[@TheNewbys]

Hey Felix. Obligado?!!! Ha, We are both always confused with words, we have a pretty eclectic language between the two of us. John with his Finnish words, Tara of course with her African ones. Crusoe don’t stand a chance!!! Not long to wait until the Olympics now. We can’t wait!!

[@josecorreia9080]

Thank you for presenting us with all your travel and advise its really nice. Very well done. Congratulations. Obrigado

[@SA-cw6lx]

Love your adventures. Especially the active role of Crusoe:) Videos are very nice and clear. This got me more curious about which camera do you use for live videos? Keep up the adventures. Thanks

[@TheNewbys]

Hi SA. Thanks for leaving us a comment. Good to hear from you. Crusoe is loving every minute of his travels, and we are loving watching him grow. We use iPhone 12 Pro Max to do most of the filming we did try vlogging cameras but the phones are less of a burden to remember and are easy to whip out at any time, they do everything we need too. We will often use an additional mic though. Thanks! 📱🙏👍

[@kimberlyenglehardt5770]

Odd how this stay looks so much like your house now. Baby boy just soaking it alllll in.

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks so much for watching Kimberly 😊❤️🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@TheseWildJourneys]

Just planning our next few weeks in Portugal, and remembered you'd mentioned this on Instagram! Great video guys, we're definitely heading here before we leave Portugal, it looks beautiful! (although I wonder how different it'll be in January!) (also side note, I could have sworn we were already subbed, but, turns out we weren't!)

[@TheNewbys]

Ahh fab guys! So glad you checked this out, oh man we loved it up there so much. Excited to see what you uncover in the rest of Portugal. We loved it so much we actually bought a properly near Amarante and are super stoked to get to know the whole of the country. Aahhh and thanks for the sub guys!! That’s awesome 😊 we’re a bit behind with your latest vids but will definitely be checking them out, turns out a small person is a pretty time consuming little beast! 😂 Happy travels guys and hope our paths cross one day!

[@TheseWildJourneys]

@@TheNewbys oh wow! We may have to ask you some questions at some point about the Portugal buying process, we're falling in love with the country and can see why people want to live here ♥️♥️ and no worries at all! We need to catch up on yours too 🤙!

[@TheNewbys]

Oh man, same happened to us! We went there when it was on the green list for two weeks, ended up staying four and deciding we needed to somehow call a part of it home. It’s an extraordinary country, and the people are just amazing aren’t they? Definitely keep in touch guys and we’d love to help in any way we can. Give that little four legged pal a scratch from us please! Xx

[@Pedro-vs4vl]

Sorry, but I'm just curious... So the pharmacy was in Spain? Because in Portugal we speak Portuguese.

[@TheNewbys]

That’s right Pedro.

[@misterg1157]

16:19: We are going on a 2 km walk along a dirt track to see a waterfall which is allegedly almost as high as Angel Falls”. Fades to the waterfall at 16:39 (tap on the link to see what I mean). I expected sales talk but that’s ridiculous 😉

[@TheNewbys]

Hahah!! Tara filling her water bottle. LOVE IT!! Thanks for making us smile Mister G. 😂😀👍

[@lulugomes1506]

Já me inscrevi!!!

[@TheNewbys]

Welcome friend!! :)

[@js8705]

Angel Falls, then two waterfalls in Africa and 1 in Peru are the highest and in that order. Well reported Waterfalls.

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks so much for watching JS 😊🙏🏼❤️

[@annekeolivier9646]

John, did you use your celphone for the underwater clip or a GoPro?

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Anneke, yes it was the phone that filmed underwater! Great to hear from you, thanks for watching friend.

[@evangelinamunroe6745]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@angelikagomez8791]

Hi, I am trying to book a place there, can you please send me the link to that property? Thanks!

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Angelika, Great to hear from you, thanks for watching friend. The property we stayed at can be found here: abnb.me/mphuNIhstkb we hope you enjoy your trip. Thanks. 🙏👍🚐

[@debracooney3428]

I’m going back to see old videos. What a beautiful country. The Airbnb is lovely.

[@jothybaran6801]

What was the place name of B&b . I like to gp there .

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Jothy, the name of the place is Casa da Bia - Casa Do Moinho in Lindoso. We found the place on Airbnb and it was excellent. Enjoy your stay!

[@jenaemarieAZ]

Is that area kind of near your new Portugal home?

[@TheNewbys]

It’s a couple of hours away but it’s one of our favourite parts of Portugal. Thanks for watching friend 😊❤️🙏🏼

[@lovemysweetart5416]

Omg John I remember that night when you were given a laxative instead of Imodium. I was on the phone with you all night cause you thought you might die lol you were in a shared room with others. Very funny for me but not so much for you 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@TheNewbys]

Hello mate! How is it there in England? Yeah that was one heck of an evening thats for sure. Blimey it just wouldn't stop!! Hoping you and the family are all good, and that you have a huge Christmas planned. See you soon old friend. 🙏😂😂👍🧡

[@lovemysweetart5416]

@@TheNewbys it’s certainly not going to be a fun as yours lol. I binge watched last night. I love watching you guys so much. I genuinely can’t wait to meet Tara and Crusoe. We are all good here just bored of covid life hence me loving jumping into your world x

[@TheNewbys]

@@lovemysweetart5416 ha! It looks like it should be a good Christmas in the UK. We should be back around April ish… maybe a pint then? Lots of adventures to have before then!!! Crusoe and Tara say hi :)

[@lovemysweetart5416]

@@TheNewbys you can have the pint and I’ll hit the red. I can’t wait. Say hi back and enjoy the adventures and we will enjoy watching them xxx

[@jfjbiscaia]

Greetings from Portugal. I think you're going to like this channel, I strongly advise... just look it up on KZbin for the Dane and Jillie channel.

[@TheNewbys]

We will take a look. Thanks!

[@ozisister]

i can only imagine what happened when sold a laxative by mistake ,,,,i noticed a man wearing dark blue hat just before it was mummys turn to swim Hope he did not steal your lunch lol Ingrid

[@TheNewbys]

Haha thanks Ingrid!

[@Professionalmoochers]

Age banter never gets old 😂😂

[@TheNewbys]

Hey Profs! Yeah, especially when it’s John’s age!! 😂😂😂 How’s your week been Profs? Don’t see a video this week yet?

[@Professionalmoochers]

@@TheNewbys we don’t know how old John is so we’ll reserve our pi$$ taking 😂😂 We’ve just got back from a Campervan festival so we’re going to release it next week 👍🏼👍🏼

[@TheNewbys]

Camper van festival, cool, we should do one of those. Hope you had fun, looking forward to watching your video. Thanks Profs!

[@zequinha3423]

Antihistamine in Spanish??? ...You are quite a distance from the Galician border :-)

[@TheNewbys]

😂😂😂

[@zequinha3423]

@@TheNewbys love your quinta though and vídeos; thank you for postings 💐

[@sofijatrivunac5798]

Where is your older son? at grandparents?

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Sofija, this is our eldest son. The video was filmed about a year or so ago before Sawyer was born! Great to hear from you, thanks for watching friend.

[@surely9419]

You made me laugh! Ie lawnmower car

[@TheNewbys]

We are so glad you enjoyed this episode friend. Thanks so much for watching 😊🙏🏼❤️

[@anneliesjoss]

It always saddens me to see ugly graffiti on those beautiful, old buildings 😢

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks Annelies! Graffiti can be ugly for sure. 👍🙏🇵🇹

[@anneliesjoss]

@@TheNewbys on those beautiful old buildings, it really bothers me. I do love street art, but there’s a place for that too.

[@Movetheproduct]

Easy to tell who wears the pants in your relationship, lol

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Stalagg89! Great to hear from you, thanks for watching friend. Do remind us, who is the boss in the relationship? 😂👍🦒

[@leifhalling3928]

Too much self promotion and too little nature

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks for tuning in friend. There are other channels you can watch which might be a better fit for you.

[@mariamartin94]

@@TheNewbys Pay him no mind. Your video is awesome.