First Month Living in Portugal as a Digital Nomad (Pros & Cons)

[@TravelingwithKristin]

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[@wingiethewise5058]

We keep hearing there aren't any long term rentals like for a year or two is that so?

[@ivanronin8209]

In Europa again and Still No Husbands and Kids ???..... What ???

[@kennethw6962]

@@ivanronin8209 how do you know no kids? Maybe she has kids all over the world without even knowing like the sailors did. Wait, nevermind, that doesn't make any sense.

[@kennethw6962]

@@wingiethewise5058 apparently that is not the case. Kristin got the hookups within a month. Check out her affiliate link in the description. Happy travels!

[@wingiethewise5058]

@@kennethw6962 Thank you 😊

[@martypoll]

I am an American retiree in Thailand. I love your observations about rediscovering the benefits of living outside the US. I’ve lived in Thailand 6 years now, in Bangkok, and without a car. We built a house in the countryside and this year I bought a car. For years I’ve been telling people how wonderful it was to not own a house and a car. Now though, I am loving the car. I have experienced a jolt of freedom to travel more, at least inside Thailand. I see a lot of road trips in my future.

[@pinkiepinkster8395]

But Thailand makes you leave every 6 months and go to another country and reapply to come back in and that would be really annoying.

[@martypoll]

@@pinkiepinkster8395 An Elite visa is somewhat expensive but would allow you to stay 5-20 years. I am retired and I extend my OA visa yearly indefinitely. Tourists are limited to 75 days right now. There are plenty of digital nomads in Thailand. I’m not sure what they do to stay here long term but somehow they manage it. At least with Covid travel restrictions gone you can easily do border runs.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

That's great to know, Martin! Thanks for leaving a comment! All the best to you 😊

[@carlyndolphin]

I’m thinking of retiring to Bangkok. Do you ever get bored?

[@martypoll]

@@Resmith18SR You can to border runs now that Covid travel restrictions have been removed. You can’t stay for years as a tourist because they expect tourists to be tourists. Tourists are not long stay residents. There are financial requirements for long stay residents as there are in many countries. The amount hasn’t changed but there was a change a couple of years ago to prevent abuse of the system. As a retiree I will admit there is a bit of paperwork for each 1 year extension. I got an extension about 6 weeks ago. It took me a morning to gather the documents. The next day I went to Bangkok immigration and was in and out in 90 minutes. There are not good visa options for those under 50 to stay in Thailand for years at a time but that shouldn’t be a problem for nomads who typically move from country to country.

[@waitaminute2015]

It's easier to meet people in a walkable place. A walk to run an errand turns into a chat with the neighbor sweeping or hanging laundry, kicking a ball back to children playing, or other random life experiences along the way. I think our cars separate us from all of those opportunities to connect and learn from each other. I also think small independent businesses as opposed to corporate mega stores are more conducive to being socially connected to a community. This all adds to a better quality of life.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Yes I agree!

[@ChocoLater1]

Love how locals are really taking care of their island. It's clean and well maintained.

[@TheGroovers71]

I'm a retiree living 4 years in Colombia now. Just found your channel and the info is always spot on. I've traveled the world my whole life and can't see living full time in the US anymore. I visit my grown kids and that's about it. Life abroad just offers too many adventures as opposed to planting myself in the US and not experiencing the world. We are looking at Spain or Portugal next. Maybe Mallorca, we'll see, but just want to write a small note to tell you that you're doing a great job and give me hope other young and older Americans alike will live outside their box and experience other worlds.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thank you so much 🥹 Wonderful to hear

[@elizabetejesus6575]

Hello my best advice to give to you, BETTER THAN MAN LAND PORTUGAL 🇵🇹 OR SPAIN 🇪🇸, ITS TO LIVE IN MADEIRA ILAND. THE WEATHER ITS BETTER AND THE FOOD, SO MUCH IN THAT ILAND. IN THE 1800, THE EUROPEAN PEOPLE , USUALLY FROM ENGLAND 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 THEY CAME TO MADEIRA TO GET WELL FROM CERTAIN ILNESS BECAUSE OF THE WEATHER, THE WATER 💦 AND THE AIR THE WAS GOOD AND A BENEFIT.

[@Manifesting_Secret_Sketchbook]

Perhaps your CHILDREN think about moving out somewhere too

[@EELinneman]

Congratulations on the move and the raised satisfaction of life. Living vicariously through your adventures.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thank you Eric! I appreciate the kind words 🙏

[@mikeinfortcollinslynn7898]

As someone who lived in So. Florida (Ft. Lauderdale) and as someone who has lived widely around the globe, I can say I got a big smile on my face - just like you - once I was abroad and away from So. Florida. You look genuinely happy again. There is a certain edginess you develop living in a foreign country. I mean that in a good way; it's having a sense of and realizing the unexpected awaits and your not locked in on the Ground Hog Day sameness that you so often find Stateside. You know I am a foodie and I hope you will touch on Portuguese wine and cuisine.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thanks for leaving a comment Mike! I am truly happy now. Will add that to my list 😊

[@Junkmailcrusades]

florida is disgustingly expensive. I paid 2k a month in Tampa for a box, zero br studio. In Miami I paid 2.7 and in the keys 3.1.. And the realitors are part of a new movement to squeeze every penny they can get out of renters. I have the money spend I do good, but I felt so dirty living in florida knowing I'm being taken advantage of

[@guyal2332]

Kristen.....I found this video so grpunded and focused on what really counts. You touched on aspects of life abroad that can be irritants to feeling part of a place. I know you went through a lot of stress durung covid and that slowed you down in your work for a while but you seem to have come back from it stronger and that will be something that will help you to grow and succeed in Europe. Enjoy your new life in Portugal and keep doing positive thnigs that help others take on the nomad life prepared for its challenges and its opportunities. Thanks!

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thank you, Guy! Appreciate your support 😊

[@brucebigdaddyfromcincinnat7152]

Since stumbling onto your channel I've been mesmerized by your videos (and I've been watching a ton of travel destination vids), imagining my retirement and travel plans. I will have no limitations in any form when that day comes and yours have been thorough and very enjoyable. Thank you for making your videos easy to watch and understand for those of us who can only take a glimpse of other lands during breaks and lunches at work or seldom downtime at home. You definitely play a part in improving the quality of life some of us are working every day to try to attain and congrats on making the move to the Hawaii of Europe!!!

[@dean8147]

Never understood why people move to a country and make no effort to learn their language... You're in Portugal.. Not England.

[@taneshiabillops103]

Im so happy for you, its fun watching your journey. Must be nice being able to blend in without being treated some type of way because of certain differences !!

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thank you, Taneshia; the people in Madeira are some of the nicest I’ve ever met

[@utubecomandante]

Once again, another great presentation and coverage of the area. Thanks, Kristin!

[@johnathanhunter1806]

Seeing your videos inspires me to do something more with my life. I’ve lived in the US my entire life and watching you go out and explore different places makes me want to go explore places as well! Saving up money now so next year I can travel. Thanks for your videos and advice!

[@TravelingwithKristin]

I am glad that I am able to inspire you Johnathan! It's always my pleasure to share these videos! All the best to your journey 😊 🙏

[@robertmcfarlane4151]

As always a really good video, and bonus for being so well balanced. You recognize that there can be challenges and you don't gloss over them. It sounds like you are very pleased with your choice. I will be in Portugal for the first time in May 2023, and I am considering whether Madeira is a destination for a relatively short trip (10 days). Glad that you are getting back into the groove of releasing videos on a more consistent basis. Stay safe. Cheers!

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thanks Robert! I appreciate the kind words. I am enjoying it! 💛 Go for it 😊 Keep safe!

[@faraboverubieskerry]

Really important that you mentioned 2ND hand smoke. Anyone sensitive to smoke needs to take this very seriously when considering moving here because SO many people smoke... everywhere in Europe, especially along the Mediterranean. Keep in mind that people smoke in their apartments and we're not used to that in the US and that smoke will seep into your apartment through the wall sockets and openings where pipes are. If you are very sensitive you will smell it inside your place. I am currently in Croatia with my air purifier on because of that very reason. Trying to find an Airbnb listed as non smoking is rare too. In my searches I found that the majority allowed smoking since most of the property owners smoke. People smoke on the beach here and throw their cigarette butts on the pebbles/sand. By the end of August there are so many cigarette butts littered on the beach you come home with them in your beach towel. Seriously. I was shocked. No respect at all for non smokers or the environment. I've actually had an uber driver show up smoking a cigarette in the car. I sent him right on without me. He was surprised I did not want to sit in the car while he smoked. Everytime I call an uber it is a 50/50 chance that that vehicle will smell like an ashtray. Anytime I find a driver with a car that doesn't smell like smoke I ask for their business card so I can call them directly the next time I need a ride. The mentality about smoking is bizarre...It is like they never got the memo about the dangers of 2nd hand smoke let alone that it is bad for them personally. People smoke around their kids, grandkids, put out cigarette butts on elevators...it is insane. I knew that people smoked over here but I never thought it would be this bad.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Hi Kerry! Thanks you for sharing your insights on this 😊

[@magdad3197]

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[@davidwalz94]

Geez, sounds like I made the right move to go to Spain. I hadnt checked it beforehand but smoking seems to be banned everywhere except outdoors. Havent had a single experience like that here. Sad!

[@sharonannelarkin9534]

@@cinziam457 Ahhhh, Mexico!

[@davidchilton4301]

Spent 4 days in Madeira in October and absolutely loved it as part of a 2 week visit to Portugal. Can't wait to go back for a longer visit.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

It’s a special place!

[@getdealtwithquick]

What were your favorite places in Portugal?

[@davidchilton4301]

@getdealtwithquick We loved it all but particularly liked Madeira and Lisbon.

[@LTgoBirds]

I am commenting before the vid as I am so excited!!!! My wife and I plan to expat to Portugal upon retirement. I can wait for your feedback.

[@GeorgeXXXL-ql1fk]

Kristin, I really like the easy philosophic way you explain things. I might be the expat type, since I really hate long flights. If I go somewhere, it has to be for a reason and for a certain amount of time. My proven way to travel is by adapting to a foreign country and live there for a while my own local way. The unexpected often is the best remembered part. I flew to South Africa to finally see girafes in nature, but besides the great nature and many wildlife encounters, an unvoluntarily large part of the experience was, being part of a group of spoiled European youth travellers. The contrast between people and nature could not have been larger! My next travel was to Egypt and since there were not many tourists due to Covid, I became friend to an Egyptian horse cab driver, who showed me around for 2 weeks. There were so many unexpected encounters around every corner, so the famous old Egyptian graves and temples became a fading experience. I am another generation, since I grew up into world without internet, plus limited travel and communication. My first travel after the break of Berlin wall was to the US Forest Service in Alaska (and accidentally I have whitnessed the first days of the internet there). This was most exciting. I wanted to document the journey in detail, but my camera was not adapted to the wet weather conditions. Out of thousends of pictures, I got on expensive film, only 200 turned out to be good enought to show :). Todays technics are so much better! Not all my travels were completely voluntarily and many were connected with some means of survival. I guess that is the fact for most peoples travels on earth throughout history. Luckily my phases of travel, were backed by phases of secure stays in my home country, so there was always a base. I am glad, I was reunificated into a rich country, where returning never was a problem :). I think all the people, that are able to travel for fun and return to a safe haven if needed, should be very thankful. My fear is the growing struggle for resources in this world might set unexpected limits to free travel in the future - not for the very rich, but for ordinary people.

[@fishheadbreakroom]

in 2007 i sold everything and moved to Europe. No bills, no house, no car(s). I'm mostly still living in this manner, I could never live in USA again. Fun to watch you do something similar and without fear.

[@baseman00]

I'm both a nomad (currently in full nomad mode) and from a place that recently became a tourist city. First found the perspective refreshing. More than a travel blog. A couple of comments. I love collecting guitars and I love playing music. I'm literally on route in my.nomad travels to give guitars to a friend who had to quit teaching music during the pandemic. And it's been inspiring me to write. It allows me to dabble with equipment which I have friends that work for sound companies and are testing portable equipment for recording audio with me. Hoarding stuff has gotten in the way for me in the past of creating music... But this way I'm still able to dabble in my interest for musical things while still "paying it forward" (something I'll get to in a second) Being from a city which has had tourists it does impact the way the city's dynamics ebs and flows and seeing gentrification kick in + something reminiscent of people wanting a California part 2 can hollow out a city. I've seen it in my hometown and many other cities in my travels. In my travels it's very important to me to identify how I'm participating in a city. What type of guest am I being. A lot of places people go to enjoy but many of the places disparity in wages is huge. What's my footprint on that and I seem to keep asking myself how do I leave the place as good or better condition for the locals and for the next time I visit. I am trying to learn different languages and even participate in conversations. And I'm also providing people information about my experience in becoming a knowledge worker as a lot of folks got hit hard during the pandemic and might not have a career right now.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Hi Stephen, I’m glad that you resonated with the topics I mentioned. Glad you are able to dedicate time to writing and playing music. I’m also traveling with a keyboard and DJ equipment. It’s also important to integrate with the local community.

[@baseman00]

@@TravelingwithKristin I once had a hand percussionist whomwas from el Salvador I didn't speak Spanish and he know "yes", "no", and "very good music". Enjoy as much as you can. Cheers!

[@baseman00]

P.s. do you know of any nomadic electronic music social media communities / sites? I just set my friend in Colombia up with a ableton setup last night.

[@dragasan]

Excellent video! I'm in the Republic of Georgia right now and I feel the same way about foreigners not speaking Georgian and the prices being driven up, but yes, we do add to the local economy. :)

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Glad you enjoyed it, Drăgăşan! Thanks for sharing your insights 😊

[@dragasan]

@@TravelingwithKristin You're welcome. Take in a piece of that undiscovered country and please keep up the great work. We all appreciate you so much!

[@nuucha]

Internet speeds were a nice surprise for me as well. This year I am nomading mostly around Spain and Portugal and my past internet experience in these countries has been slow and unreliable. This year however both countries have vastly improved - although Spain has done seemingly much better job.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Indeed! Enjoy nomading, Gundars! Keep safe 🙏

[@wolfgangwust5883]

Didn't know about flatio. Great to learn about it. Have a great stay in Madeira.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Glad it was helpful, Wolfgang Wust! Thank you 😊

[@rving-nomad]

Super helpful. I am playing with the decision of becoming an expat. Right now I have 2 dogs who have about another 5-7 years so just doing research. In 2023 I am taking the plunge to do 100% rv living as a stepping stone. I am a nomad at heart and adventure is my soul food. I am so happy I stumbled upon you and am now following ALL of your things :)

[@anapatriciag8510]

I absolutely love your channel inspiring, motivating, stimulating!! Best wishes, Much love 💗 all the way to Portugal 🇵🇹!

[@TravelingwithKristin]

So glad you love and enjoy my content, Ana! I appreciate the kind words. Thank you! 💛

[@miketranfaglia3986]

I've always wanted to do what you're doing---living in all kinds of different places for extended periods of time. In my mind, I always thought that 4-6 months in each location would be ideal, though I'm sure it depends on various immigration laws. Maybe that would be "semi-nomadic." Now that I'm older, work and family constraints make this impossible, and there's really no end in sight. So, enjoy while you can!

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thanks for watching and for sharing your insights, Mike! 💛😊

[@Orson2u]

She’s back!

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Yes! 🙌

[@rogermortimer111]

You are really an amazing woman! So much respect for you! 😊😍

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thank you for the kind words, Roger! I appreciate it 😊 🙏

[@rogermortimer111]

@@TravelingwithKristin ♥️

[@meganfairley6587]

I've just begun my digital nomad life last week and I'm in the south of Portugal! Great video, thank you for sharing! :D

[@TravelingwithKristin]

You’re welcome, Megan. Welcome to the location independent lifestyle!

[@ciper2010]

Inspirational to see that you have a courage to break out from all the shackles of modern life, enjoy the freedom and energise others with your positivity to try something new))

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thank you, Ciper2010! 😊

[@justhere3794]

Funny I felt like that when I moved from a mid-size busy city in the USA to a rural area. I felt like I could breathe and I still love where I live in the rural USA away from the maddening crowd. I don't need to live in a different country too much work and love my life in the rural USA. Miami is a zoo and doesn't represent the USA. Many smaller cities are lovely here and some are coastal areas. I own a boat and it's awesome. My ancestry is Portuguese and Portugal is great to visit but not for me.

[@JeffRhinoBannister]

We looked at Portugal, Spain and Italy this past year. By far Portugal was the best place but my wife speaks fluent Spanish and I have been learning Spanish. With that said we are focusing on the NLV for Spain but if that does not pan out Portugal moves to the top of the list. Personaly the food in Portugal may have better food, I'll say it here but not in spain.

[@josepeso2560]

If your wife speeks fluent spanish, no problem to came to Portugal, we portuguese understand very weel spanish language, so, she can speak spanish to us, and we will answer her in spanish as weel. The spaniards can'nt do thath in portuguese! You will be wellcome among us!

[@piecesofme5778]

Great videos! Germany and France have smokers everywhere!! It does bother us, but we still love to visit those places. We had forgotten what it was like to smell smoke!!

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thank you! I know it’s really a tough adjustment 😕

[@christelnielandt5117]

Dear Kristin, I am a Belgian lady. Have done some backpacking in life and some traveling in general. Am not aware about USA, only been to New York City. Being European, being Belgian, yes some countries in Europe are cheap. Esp Portugal. Apart from that I dare to say that life has become pretty expensive down here. A quote I love a lot : doens’t the grass always look greener on the other ? I believe it’s awesome what you do and I admire you for that. But living abroad for a while doesn’t make anyone a local. All the best 🙏🌻

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thanks for sharing your insights and experiences, Christel! All the best to you as well. 💛😊

[@rheagalsim7497]

Love the candor here and especially working remotely and finding a place with good air conditioning or heating. I have “deep work” at 7am EST and I think living over at Europe would help get some work done but also having to stay online a bit longer.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

True! Thanks for sharing your insights, Rhea 😊

[@scooter10421]

Great video. Thanks for your honesty.

[@SoftwareManiacLSM]

Really sound advice. Madeira sounds amazing.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thank you! 😊 🙏

[@gustavosmoiras1750]

Thank you for sharing, happy trails sunshine 🌞

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thanks you for watching as well, Gustavos! 😊 ✨

[@gustavosmoiras1750]

@@TravelingwithKristin May you have an awesome new experience that you can share with us. Your wisdom is greatly appreciated. Peace and happiness 😊 to you and your journey of freedom

[@krisnickole]

please, I’m trying to gate-keep Portugal 😹♥️🇵🇹 it’s so beautiful, great video 🫶🏻

[@auxvainqueurs]

Portugal is a special country! Was there in Sept. 22. Just an awesome country to chill, visit, relax and take in a beautiful culture. Great channel btw!

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Couldn't agree more! Thanks Aron!

[@davidmarques93]

Thanks for making life of my people harder and harder days after days tones of portuguese cannot afford life in their own country

[@fanstream]

Ola Kristin, This is fantastic. I can't believe you're in Madeira - I'm moving there in May. Enjoy your time there. I can't wait to become a nomad in exile there - Boa Viagem :) You def made the right decision to resume your travels abroad!

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thanks, Steve! 🙏😊

[@fanstream]

@@TravelingwithKristin 🙏☺

[@dk1828]

Missed your face! Enjoy your new journey 🫶🏼

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thank you, @dk1828! 😊🙏

[@niclesnyc]

I love that you keep it real! Thanks.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thank you! 🙌😊

[@FrancesSchagen]

FOMO is real! I'm slow traveling through Mexico and the pressure to go and do stuff is there. It's probably mostly in my head, but it takes some time and effort to get over it.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

I feel that too sometimes! Hope you feel better 😊

[@rebeccar4312]

LOL...and then there is FOMS (fear of missing sleep)

[@joanieperry4110]

Good info!very thorough,am enjoying the videos!will be ordering the book!😊

[@chuckieinarabia]

Congratulations on your move! It looks like a beautiful place. Downsizing is brutal. As our nest emptied went from 4bd to 3bd to 1bd…..back pack next lol

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thanks Charles! All the best to you as well. Safe travels! 😊

[@rehmanghani6726]

Nice video Nabeel. Keep up the good work 👍

[@dianebassett1930]

Welcome back to Portugal, Kristin! Come visit us in Setubal, it’s got it all

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thank you Diane! 😊

[@macdaddymgiarc]

I agree with so many of the points you have made! I was fortunate enough to visit Madeira in 2018 for 9 days and loved it. I was over in Porto Santo for 4 nights and recommend that ferry ride and some time over to enjoy the beauty of that island. Best of luck with your Portuguese and I look forward to more of your vids.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Glad to know you resonated with me, macdaddymgiarc 😊Thanks for watching as well. More videos to come!

[@macdaddymgiarc]

@@TravelingwithKristin I have watched lots of your videos today and you have a new subscriber! As a Canadian, looking at those warm blue skies with envy...... 🙂 I hope the island is not too upset with the end of the run at the world cup and for CR7. Happy weekend to you Kristin

[@nh5317]

Just to say what a lot of others have said...just found your channel... really good...but especially the honesty about the downsides

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Glad you think so NH! Thank you for watching 🙌

[@taki2003]

happy for you Kristin!! your info is always so helpful; i appreciate it...and I love your book!! Cheers!!

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thank you Taki! I am glad to know that you love my book! 😊🙏

[@janhertzberg1797]

Love your channel and comments…very intelligent and thoughtful. Please keep it up!

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Glad you love my channel Jan! Will do 🙌😊

[@pinkiepinkster8395]

I love the feeling of downsizing...shedding the heavy "things" you don't need.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

True! 😆💛

[@bcrocksaz]

Great video, Kristin. Totally agree about the last two years of “groundhog days”.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Glad to know you agree, David! Thank you for watching 😊

[@ginasverige2570]

Thank you so much for mentioning the issue with smoking. I personally don't smoke and cannot feel good in a public place where smoking is allowed. I have shortness of breath so, that would not work for me. I was thinking of Portugal as a place to retire but this is a major no, no.

[@laura_and_shanman]

I recently found your channel and LOVE all the tips and ideas and would love to be able to do this (with my long-time partner although he is less interested). Great job!!

[@andrewinyyz]

Another great video Kristen, I’m with you on the 2nd hand smoking issue. My hometown Toronto is great for non smokers, but here in South Asia, everyone seems to smoke. I guess healthy lifestyle not a priority…that website is great, wish it were worldwide…good luck in Portugal. I’m thinking to move there too.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thank you, Andrew! Wishing you all the best 💛

[@andrewinyyz]

@@cinziam457 I’m in Sri Lanka now, 4 months then india for a few months. Love SEA. But Portugal a place I’ve wanted to live for a while now. Nothing compelling me to leave anywhere except the desire to keep exploring!

[@CommoditySC]

@@andrewinyyz Didn't notice any smoking in Thailand. Sri Lanka is more south asia than SEA.

[@socialbuzzhivebyemilystand7049]

I think you do an Amazing job btw and really look forward to all your videos!

[@gislanefigueiredo8003]

I loved your videos helped me a lot

[@HobbiesHobo]

👍👍 Excellent update, fun travels, where to after this, no rush though that looks like a beautiful place to hang out for a while. Mike

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Still planning! Thanks Mike 😊

[@longnguyen9638]

I want to travel to Portugal next year in 2023.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

You should come check it out!

[@sanjaypaul9159]

Kristen, I am trying to book a session with you. I am in the Lisbon area and had some questions. I may be purchasing a place in Sintra and I am excited. Any insights you had were great. Madeira looks fun, too. Great video! Sanjay

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Hi Sanjay! Have you tried booking here: bit.ly/30MinDiscoveryCallKW 😊

[@drSamovar]

always love your videos.........smooth......🙏

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thanks Robert!

[@dancerico283]

I love digital nomads...you guys stay in one place for 3 weeks,and then you do a video about the place like you have lived there for years and are experts....Well done

[@hi-te9bl]

I'm a Portuguese from Madeira and she is far from been a Madeira expert

[@dancerico283]

@@hi-te9bl I was just being a bit sarcastic

[@hi-te9bl]

@@dancerico283 well I haven't

[@HamzasShampoo]

Hi Kristin, great video. Where is that shared office that you show in the video. Great ocean view while you work. Thx

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Hi Gary! The name is Sangha coworking 😊

[@rosiduenas3867]

You should make a video on travel logistics. For instance, when you decided to move from the US to Portugal, where did you store your belongings? Did you sell most of them? Did you have a car? did you sell it? What about having pets? For many of us, the logistics of relocating is what makes us think twice about it!

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Hi Rosi, Topics like this will vary, that's why I my first book amzn.to/3JLLx5c I also provide in-dept relocation discussions/services in my Relocation Program www.TravelingWithKristin.com/relocation 😊

[@rosiduenas3867]

@@TravelingwithKristin Excellent! I did not know you had a book too!

[@CreativeSoul333]

Thank you for sharing!!!

[@TravelingwithKristin]

You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful

[@richvangogh]

Hi Kristin, I am so happy you are nomadic again, and you do look happier. I am about to move again, only not to Portugal yet. I am moving to Seattle, actually a tiny bit north to Arlington. I am going to Robotics school and then a one year apprenticeship...super excited. I see you are on Madera. I hope to visit soon...only I want to base myself in Porto I think. Much Love, Rich

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thank you so much for the kind words, Rich VanGogh! All the best to you 💛😊

[@natashabanky9507]

very informative. Based on what you've recommended, as someone planning to move to Portugal in the near future, I'll begin learning Portuguese right now.. and since I'm also a little sensitive to noise pollution, I'll be quite careful about where I rent. Coimbra and Braga are my current focus as potential cities to live. :)

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Glad you found it informative, Natasha! Good on you for learning Portuguese 😊 All the best!

[@tinglestingles]

We went on a trip to Braga last week, and unfortunately very wet - more annual rainfall than London; we live just south of Lisbon and are much happier with the weather, infrastructure and lifestyle. Been here for 14 months.

[@LifeinGlow]

Interesting! Happy for you Kristin than you for sharing 🌻🌞 Re (anti)husstling - can relate a lot!!

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thank you! 💛🙏

[@kennethw6962]

You mentioned that you speak English and not Portuguese. Well, the island that you are on - Madeira - is Portuguese for "someone who can retire after working long and hard." As for the etymology, it is believed that they can retire because there IRA (individual retirement account) is made, as in stacked or rolling with Benjamins. And such a person would generally end up on an island in the middle of the Atlantic looking at the ocean in their golden years. And the capital of Portugal - Lisboa - is Portuguese for "Lisbon". The more you know! Thanks for another great video by the way. Always love the shots you take of the scenery.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Glad to know you love my video, Kenneth and thanks for sharing! 😊 🙏

[@Sonny0276]

Great Video. Thank you for posting.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Glad you enjoyed it Sonny! 😊

[@antoscsaba3606]

Not need a car! I love this point and can agree. I am digital nomading now on Gran Canaria and I am so happy that I dont have to care about a car, the parkingplace the petrol the repration etc, I feel much more freedom without car...😉

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Glad to know you agree with me, Antos! 💛

[@YTLuisPinto]

Older generatios hardly understand and speak English, but new generations should do it because is teached at public school in last decades!! Portuguese language isn't easy also for locals!! ;)

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Oh 😅 Thanks for sharing Luis!

[@taharzitouni-fg7pl]

Beautiful Country I hope visiting one day .Thank you for everything you do

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Go for it, tahar! Thanks for watching as well 💛

[@taharzitouni-fg7pl]

@@TravelingwithKristin Thank you for all your helpful advice.

[@whynot8082]

With all of the positives, there are downsides to leaving the states and will not be for everyone. Cost for some is the deciding or almost required reason, but be cautious choosing a city/region to live based on cost only.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Hi @Whynot, that is why I always talk to my clients about their preferences and other factors when choosing a place to relacotae :)

[@EK-lp8od]

Can you talk about how one just gets rid of their US residence? When you file US taxes what do you put as your address? If you need a new credit card, what do you put as your address? How does one live without an address? Thank you

[@martypoll]

I use my sister's address as my US address. It is fairly common for people to use a family member in the US as their US address. I keep a US bank account with a credit card and a US phone number. I file Federal taxes normally online. I no longer pay state income tax.

[@EK-lp8od]

@@martypoll Yeah I guessed as much. I just find it crazy that the whole digital nomad phenomenon hinges on having a family to be able to use as a home address. I also find it disingenuous by all these youtubers to not mention that "oh by the way all this is not possible or at the very least not as lucrative without my parents letting me use their home address as my address." Forgive the rant Martin. Maybe i'm missing something but I don't see how it's very possible for most people which makes all these travel vloggers just a waste of most peoples time

[@martypoll]

@@EK-lp8od I don’t think she would say that being a digital nomad is available to most people but it is available to a growing number of people. There are other ways to travel the world without having an address in your home country. I think she has previous videos describing how she manages banking internationally.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

I use a virtual mailbox and family’s home address

[@EK-lp8od]

@@martypoll yes i dont mean to say she insinuated that most people can however how many people watch thinking i can do that but actually cannot. Many youtubers talk about how they do it but never mention the important detail that their home address is my mothers. It is mych more challenging to do long term travel if you dont have a home address and much more expensive to hace a home address that is not your mothers. Maybe the youtubers should start ending their vlogs with thanks mom and dad because this really isnt possible without you.

[@YogaBlissDance]

I find it odd to go to say Portugal and connect with the "foreigners" mostly. It seems like the point and the beauty is to meet LOCALS and really dive in to a a place/people food and language, not to just skim the culture.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

I’m meeting more locals than foreigners

[@borafermentar]

You cant find locals in Lisbon anymore! They had to live the city since they cant afford living there anymore with the minimum wage … Thousands had to move to countryside ..no jobs…no healthcare…again wealthy countries taking over and destroying a country …and for sure they will leave the place when it gets dirty/overcrowded and not interesting anymore… so sad to see it happening in Portugal …

[@YogaBlissDance]

@@TravelingwithKristin Yeah now a year later I'm not sure I don't think I was commenting on you. Love your channel! YOu are now back in US for a bit. Love your channel.

[@YogaBlissDance]

@@borafermentar Sad same happened ijn parts of NYC where I'm from it's capitalism so if money is most important then who ever has the most wins. So for ex. poorer parts of NYC poor folks pushed outward to boroughs (outer areas) and yes the area gets fixed up and rents go to like 3k, 4k, 5k PER MONTH for small places.

[@mikejarrells431]

I was wondering why you settled in Miami. Keep us posted. Looking forward to watching your growth.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thank you, Mike! 😊

[@tammiepulley7167]

Hi Kristen. Great info, great editing. I just wanted to share that I am having a problem getting the smoke free map to open. Their web site opens but when I choose the map it doesn’t open. I’m going to try the contact them but also wanted to let you know. I am also bothered by smoke. It’s kind of funny since I grew up around tobacco and worked on a tobacco farm as a teen. Thanks again. I look forward to all of your videos.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thank you, Tammie. More videos coming your way! Have you tried a different browser for the app? Maybe Safari instead of Chrome or laptop instead of phone or vice versa?

[@a.r1832]

Hi Kristen, Can you also share with us the pros and cons of filing you income taxes as well living abroad if you can please? Thanks love.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Hi AR, I have podcasts about that here! www.badassdigitalnomads.com/category/taxes-and-personal-finance/

[@a.r1832]

@@TravelingwithKristin Thank you Madam.

[@Irbdude]

I am planning a trip to Madeira in January / February. This is an exploratory trip as I would like to move there. I appreciate your insight.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Go for it, Scott! All the best to you 😊🙌

[@davidcole5183]

We had Portugues neighbors in Madrid that made and it was terrible for like two days afterwards

[@davidcole5183]

It used to be that they didn't start heat in Spain until a certain date, regardless of the temperature

[@anaclaudiabecker6636]

I am from Brazil. My husband is American from Illinois. We live in Downtown Bethesda, a metropolitan area of Washington DC. And we lived for 3 years in Downtown Fort Lauderdale. We used to live one block from Las Olas. And nowadays a lot of Brazilian people lives in Portugal. And in Brazil I live in Belem for 25 years. Belem is the capital of the state of Para. And it’s part of the Amazonia.

[@postproduction2339]

Thanks for the new video! How's the smoking situation on Madeira? It's an important factor for me as well and nobody else seems to be talking about it. Would really appreciate it if you can share your experience on this. Thank you.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

You’re welcome! Smoking is quite common here

[@tinglestingles]

We went to Madiera earlier this year, during carnival and have lived in Portugal for 14 months in Setubal - about 30 minutes south of Lisbon. A lot of people smoke or vape. Outside cafes, restaurants, bars and just walking around. There's also the waft of 'something else' in the air too - occasionally! Personally, it doesn't bother me much, and it rarely happens outside restaurants in my experience. Portugal does not have the highest percentage of smokers in Europe - I suspect the numbers will come down, new laws will be enacted later this year to improve the situation.

[@curiousboy88]

Such an informative video...I was in Lisbon a few months ago and I did NOT enjoy it there that much...Especially as a vegan.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Glad you found the video informative, Willem! Thanks for watching 😊 🙏

[@kushal809]

Thanks for sharing 👍

[@TravelingwithKristin]

You're welcome! 😊

[@r.waterston5578]

So I was an international nomad (aka "teacher") in my 20s, long ago, before the notion of work while abroad was widespread and well before you were born. Now in my 60s, I have some questions that you might want to address for your audience (and yourself) in a future video. 1. How are you planning financially for your future? 2. Are you foregoing social security or defined pension plans? (risky). 3. You need multiple income streams in retirement. Which are going to be yours? 4. Kids. I didn't think I wanted kids when I was your age. I changed. How are you handling this? I'm not saying not to bop around the world when you're young, but I am saying that security at my age requires some serious answers to the questions I posed at your age--and some responsible decisions. The great middle of life ain't easy. But as you said in one of your videos, rewards come from doing what's not easy. For many, it takes about 20 years of some serious, stable income, plus a frugal lifestyle, to sock away enough money to create a reasonable income stream. Now THAT's not easy. That's infinitely harder, in fact, than picking up and going nomadic. I know because I've done both. (And even as a nomad, I stayed in one place long enough--Germany--to become vested in a pension system.) Where are your 20 years going to be--and doing what? When I look at your recent videos, I see doubt in your eyes. The doubt might be well founded if you're not independently wealthy. You owe your viewers--and I suspect yourself--some serious, clear-eyed considerations of these topics.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thanks for your concern but I’m very happy and emphatically disagree that it takes 20 years to be able to live this lifestyle, which I’ve been voluntarily living since I was 20 years old. See this video for how to save for retirement while traveling full time: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fWWmeYhngaateJo

[@alteredillusions100]

Awesome Video! Good point on not buying much as a traveler. Love the smoke map. Now I know where I can smoke my Cigars 😂

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thanks Ron! Haha good point ;)

[@mcp2112]

Welcome to Portugal! Be sure to visit Braga when you hit the mainland. :)

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thank Tom! 🙌😊

[@Alfablue227]

Not just Braga, but ALL of tge Minho region, particularly Guimarães, Ponte de Lima, Ponte da Barca, Caminha, Viana do Castelo, Esposende. Minho is virtually incognito to most foreigners and it's absolutely beautiful area of Portugal, with great infrastructures.

[@ciprianoneves7246]

I hate cigarette smoke also Kristin…. Portugal has to to something about it.

[@trailblazer_nomad]

Thank your for sharing your thoughts about living in Madeira. I found your insight very helpful and I will consider them when moving to Madeira.

[@DamienYuen7718]

The influx of people with money raises the prices for locals who many can't afford to compete. That is where the backlash comes from. Happens all over the world. It creates resentment overtime.

[@samtube12]

If you have to choose between Estonia and Portugal , which one would you choose

[@gocanada9749]

KRISTIN ... Speaking PT isn't that hard but it takes long term concentration of your environment It took me a little over 2 years here in Brasil for my brain to keep up with hearing converation and actually understanding it. My ears were always listening to people speaking around me even tho I didnt catch much in the beginning. Just takes time and patience. Kind of like watching a YT video on a slow internet connection that buffers the incoming video. Once you have a good 5g signal, you will get it all and understand it. Yes, having grown up in FL I am sad to see what it has become, feel like there is NO way I"d even want to go back ! Has gone from bad to horrible.

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Interesting! Sounds like your hard work and listening paid off

[@gocanada9749]

@@TravelingwithKristin IS NOT HARD but tedious to keep listening for 2 years to finally GET IT ! Be patient and your brain will finally figure it out I look forward to revisiting PT and Malta next year some time

[@BlueElephantCounseling]

I just got your book! I got my small town Nebraska, USA library to buy it 😊

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Oh wow! That's awesome, Katie! Thank you, hope you enjoy the book 🙏😊

[@NelsonYYZ]

Excellent video

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thank you very much!

[@CarpeDiemTravelerMel]

I love your videos, they are always packed with great information! Thank you for this particular video, as I am looking at retiring in a few years and I’m considering the D7 visa and living in Portugal. What are your thoughts on retirees living in Portugal? I’ve heard it’s a hotspot not only for younger nomads but for the older retired population as well. Would you recommend it as a viable option? Thanks, and wishing you all the best!

[@TravelingwithKristin]

Thanks Lavender! I think it’s one of the top retirement destinations in the world. I talked a bit about it in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmKYhaR_m7KFadk and this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGiqe5maaa9_rNE Enjoy!

[@CarpeDiemTravelerMel]

Thanks for the video suggestions, they were both very informative!