We Are Leaving Bulgaria

[@VWApachey]

Hi Joe, I am surprised that you didn't decide to drive, considering that you aren't very far from the border. You know , I was thinking the same thing about finding a place to escape to during the winter months when i finally come to Bg full time. I was thinking of Buying a caravan and driving all the way down south to Greece, or probably flying to Egypt. Hope to see you again soon. take care to you all.

[@TheNewbieInvestor]

Awesome video! As a Bulgarian, I always find it interesting to see foreign perspectives on Bulgaria (or how to leave it 😛)

[@OffGridWithTheUdens]

Love it guys! We would love to explore Turkey too. Would love to hear more of your recommendations ❤️

[@alternativelivingbulgaria]

Been thinking of you guys lots! It's so close and easy but also would love to take you with us too. There is so much fun stuff for kids, I've been adventure playgrounding, softplaying and trampolining my heart out for the last few weeks.

[@SpiritofPlay8008]

Always love it when a new video from you comes out. It's a treat! We're moving to Bulgaria, and it's awesome to receive such great insight from you on all the ways to experience this country. 😊😉🙃

[@alternativelivingbulgaria]

Thanks Anouk ❤️

[@Bri-wi8kq]

What a wonderful idea guys! Lucky you were all safe in the north. Loving your adventures, thank you for sharing them with us. Katie & Bri

[@ourbulgarianadventure]

You sure know your way with titles for a video, Joe. You got me scared there for just a minute 😉 greetings, Alex and Elise

[@alternativelivingbulgaria]

Gotcha 😉😘

[@michaelhillard6158]

I thought I recognized the Kordon in Izmir. It's a great place to walk along and enjoy the sea views. Did you take a ferry across to Karsakya for a cup of tea ? You could have done a lot worse than ending up in Izmir, though of course Antalya is particularly nice at this time of year - often bright, warm and sunny with wonderful clear views. Hope you have had a good break !

[@alternativelivingbulgaria]

Thanks Michael. Yes lots of ferries! We've had a great time in Izmir and definitely coming back. But for now we've found some amazing locations only a 3 hour drive from home, so that might be next 😊

[@briandoyle6188]

I'm a bit shocked at how much electric and wood has gone up in b.g,but this is such a Great post because it shows people an alternative with being so close to the Turkish border...it's been a while since I last watch the channel so seeing your little one so big wow...I loved how she said (I don't know daddy)funny☺️☺️....where you are looks really nice everything shops,sea, boulevards and walks👍.... I'd also like to say that my thoughts are with the people of Turkey/Syria who have been affected by the earthquake Britain has open arms♥️♥️♥️.....R.I.P...

[@alternativelivingbulgaria]

Thanks Brian. Yes it's so tragic watching the scenes out of Turkey and Syria 💔 we are looking currently at ways to help.

[@ourlittleeden]

I don't blame you it's a brilliant way to get round the now expensive heating costs 🇹🇷 enjoy turkiye!

[@alternativelivingbulgaria]

Thanks guys! We highly recommend it. And come say hi on your way down if you do! 😊

[@AlexThunder89]

What is wood price per cubic meter now in BG? Sad too hear its so expensive!🔥

[@alternativelivingbulgaria]

Around 150 lv per cubic at the moment. Luckily we've got some rotten old roof beams to chop 😀

[@theressamurphy2996]

Are you there to help Turkiye? Do you have friends in the earthquake area? Well enjoy your holiday🤗

[@alternativelivingbulgaria]

We were here for a few weeks before the earthquake. We looked at heading to that area a few days before it hit but couldn't find tickets, which was a huge blessing looking back. We do have friends affected but we haven't lost anyone ❤️

[@chrismarasco2008]

Did the Turkish border guards give you money to buy them duty-free whiskey? The idea was that they’d then sell it with a huge markup in Istanbul. They wouldn’t let our train from Dimitrovgrad leave Kapitan Andreevo until all passengers on board stopped at the duty-free located there.

[@alternativelivingbulgaria]

Haha, no, I haven't heard that one before, though I have heard and know of a few others 😅 many of the wealthiest people around here are former border guards from years back.

[@derekbilston9290]

👍

[@r.a.3984]

Are you leaving permanently? I though u are building ur future in BG 😮😢

[@alternativelivingbulgaria]

We'll be back, we're just leaving the cold for a bit 😉😘

[@r.a.3984]

@@alternativelivingbulgaria yep I just finished the video and heard it hah sry xd cuz I use to live in the UK for many years moved to Bulgaria less than year ago and found you any few more Uk families who done the same and was wondering if u gave up on the lofe in Bulgaria xd enjoy Turkey and stay safe guys

[@wrefordimage]

Why not the train over the Bulgarian Turkey border?

[@alternativelivingbulgaria]

The train is great and it leaves our home towns around midnight every night and takes you to Istanbul. Haven't checked for a while but that did cost just £10 a ticket a few years back. Next time however, we'll definitely be driving.

[@TheRealRaygor]

@@alternativelivingbulgaria I wondered why you didn't drive, are there issues driving in Turkey?

[@alternativelivingbulgaria]

@@TheRealRaygor We actually wanted to, but had to leave a vehicle for my mum who was house and animal sitting. Two days before we left the clutch went on our other Jeep, so we headed off on foot. Next time definitely driving!!!!

[@chainedaddiction]

Hi Joe, I’m planning a visit to BG from USA in early Nov. Looking to start my visa D paperwork and start a company to buy a fix up home and travel van. The US is unmanageable for me anymore.