Affordable Europe 2024, Saranda Albania Expat Lifestyle

[@_Viking]

I've been in Sarandë three times already. Me and my better half is staying in sarandë for 3 months in April. It's a nice place 😊

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

It’s a nice little city. Thank you for watching:)

[@Analog_nomad01]

I enjoy seeing any information online about Saranda. I love it there. Spent about 14 months in two stretches during the pandemic (winters 20/21 and 21/22) I lived high on the hog and rarely broke 1200 a month. I know now things have changed and prices have gone up. Still one of the best deals going, especially October through May. Cant wait to get back!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

It really is a lovely city. Thanks for watching us.

[@paulemuir]

What is it like in the winter?

[@BharataIshaya]

What is the cause of the increasing cost of living there?

[@WaypointofView]

Albania really is an underrated destination! We visited a couple of years ago and really loved it! Thanks for the video!!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Our pleasure! Thanks for watching us:)

[@pugziv]

good to see you again guys. This video is awesome

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks 😊 we appreciate you watching.

[@cheriemiller669]

Nice video and good info. Thank you ❤

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching us.

[@2TravelWithoutOrders]

Thanks for this video. We had just watched it a couple of days ago and just arrived in Saranda and our first full day here today we walked into a restaurant and came across Jess (well we recognized Nike first actually!) and her camera shy hubby. Being a Kiwi myself it was an especially nice way to enjoy our first day here! Had to get photos of course ...

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

She’s such a wonderful person! We would love to see the pictures if you want to send them to us at [e-mail] I hope you enjoy Saranda 😃

[@mickmac2223]

I go to Albania (Durres) for the first time next month for a short trip, really looking forward to it!! p.s. keep up the good work

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Have fun! Thanks for watching us 😃

[@alexodaini]

As always, your video’s are informative. Thanks for the great video of Sarande, Albania.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

So nice of you! Thank you for watching:)

[@LisaGray1000]

Great video, I'm from nz too so was extra interesting. I relate to her relaxed take on Healthcare, as it's free here in NZ it's definitely not something we worry about like Americans do.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Americans definitely have to think about healthcare. 😌

[@LegalBeaver1]

Really loving your channel and content.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thank you 😊 Thanks for watching us:)

[@PapaBradAbides]

Another great video from you two. I will probably be heading your way it's what I'm thinking. I sell my house on the 22nd and will be out by May 12th

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Best of luck! 🤞 thanks for watching us. 😊

[@rjh2772]

Is there problems with smokers throughout the town and restaurants?

[@atomicvagrant7686]

That looks like a Korca in your hand! Good video

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

It is! Thanks for watching.

[@christinestrider6406]

Good information and nice to hear that other people watch the nomad catalyst… I could not quite understand the speech when it was mentioned where the nomad capitalist Andrew Henderson, and you both have property… I might be interested in buying property there as well if you might divulge that info in writing so I can understand it… I’m a little hard of hearing well I’m kind of a lot hard of hearing… lol

[@christinestrider6406]

Capitalist not catalyst

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Montenegro:)

[@robertl2227]

Very inspiring

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Yes it is! 😊

[@leplane_]

That cold coffee looks delicious, and a fraction of what it would cost in the states. Probably a drink like that would be like $15 bucks lol

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

It was delicious and well worth the money and more!

[@livingworkingoutsidebox]

😮 That's some incredible budgeting and living. Talk about getting some bang for your buck m😊👍💪💰😉🌞🍻

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Quite impressive! Thanks for watching us 😊

[@montedreams1]

Hello, I do not drive due to my sight. I am from the US looking into moving to Albania some time in the near future I am retired, on SS. How well does the bus system work in cities and also cross country travel? Thank you

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Our friends have taken the public buses all over Albania and the Balkans. It’s worked well for them.

[@quartzmatter]

Excellent 😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@brendareece7810]

You need to ask these people you interview exactly where they rent from and which websites they use b/c when I look, the apartment and houses are higher than what they say.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

I hate to say this, but you’re not paying close attention. We already told you it was AirBnB, I also told you in the video to put in a maximum amount to rent in your filter., I also provided screenshot of searches I did yesterday before posting the video with available properties on the map. I did all of these steps, because we inevitably get a comment like this.

[@blackeagle7947]

Try local real estates they'll give you a good deal.

[@_Viking]

Sarandë has seasons where prices fluctuate quite a lot. I think August is the most expensive time . If you go off season, you can get way cheaper rentals.

[@matney12]

Hi guys, curious if you considered Albanian as your base instead of Montenegro and the reason you chose Montenegro. Thanks

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

We chose Montenegro in 2016 after researching the best options for residency in a non-Schengen country beginning in 2013. We had already purchased our home prior to visiting Albania, but for us Montenegro ticked more of our boxes. In 2016, the residency program was perfect for us, but they made a drastic change in 2019.

[@deniseturtle9977]

Can you share the cities in Albania you stayed in so we can research for a 3 month visit next month? Price range for rentals.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Sarande The cost of rentals depends on the time of year. Summers are very expensive.

[@stevenjb.9275]

Did the lady mention what the yearly minimum required income for the business is. Or is there none?

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

I don’t think there is, but we can get you in touch with the experts she used if needed.

[@sheilakelly6015]

Sarande!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

😀

[@rjh2772]

what did it cost you to fly your pet to Albania ??

[@sunnyla2835]

Retirement visas? Than,s

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Are you a US citizen? Americans can stay for 360 days then leave 90 days and return again for 360. There are additional visas and residency permits available.

[@sunnyla2835]

@@WarrenJulieTravel Yes, I am, thank you!

[@razkrat8803]

Cheeers🎉

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

😃

[@williamfurman2042]

Ten bucks @ plate for that kind of food isn't that affordable. I believe claims that some countries are more cheap are very often Istanbul shit.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Three years ago I would have agreed with you. Unfortunately, life is very expensive now nearly everywhere. There are sandwich options and gyros etc for $5 and under, but sadly prices are increasing across the world.

[@Mulmgott]

Saranda is also more expensive in general since it is a touristy spot. Go inland and prices drop drastically. Most Albanians probably live on 250-300 Euros a month.