Why Did I Move to Greece? Bucket List Travel Places? - Answering YOUR Questions!

[@JimmyTheGreek2000]

03:16 - Zuchini balls we call Kolokitho-Keftedes 03:49 - The name Imam baldi is Arabic and not Greek or Turkish. It is made in all the Med. Sea countries today ! However, the Eggplants (fruit of the plant !) came from India via Persia, Egypt and Arabia. It was part of the Byzantine cousine before it became part of the Ottoman cousine.

[@XenoviaM]

Of all the foreign people I've seen talking about Greece, you're the one who gets things right most of the time! Amazing really!

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you! I have tried really hard to understand the way of live here.

[@alexandrosalexandrou4688]

Love your content and courage in moving to Greece. It’s a dream of mine to live there one day. Power to you.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you!

[@TheGlitterGlobe]

❤The feeling you got when you got off the plane sounds like the same one I had in Greece❤. Home. I think that’s one of the reasons I love that you moved there and why I enjoy your videos so much! Every summer I return and that feeling hasn’t faded in the least! ❤

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you so much!

[@jeffovers8493]

I only discovered your channel a couple of weeks ago just before I made a trip from London to Sounion where I photographed the full moon rise. I really like your style and especially your attention to detail for a prospective traveler like me. I’m now a fan and am looking through your back catalogue. Best wishes

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you!!

[@kyrioskunder]

Thank You Tiffany for Your nice comments about Greece. The fact ,that You are still here says everything and proovers , that your answers are are not just nice words !

[@agirlandherpassport]

You’re welcome. All true.

[@ekfylobifteki]

Interesting video Tiffany! Great to hear about your experience so far living here! I would love to see more Americans choose to live in Greece! I think we greeks are closer to Americans in terms of the way we interact with people, comparing to northern Europe.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you!

[@ioannistsi2745]

Welcome to Grecce.

[@hankdickson8308]

I will again commend your videos…..when I watch travel videos, I want facts and info…..I don’t want all that artsy or typical influencer crap….you provide the info I need…..it helped on our recent trip !

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you! I am glad I was able to help!

[@joshuaxystus1860]

I really like the style of your content, it's like a detailed insight and having a conversation with a friend.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you so much! So happy to hear that.

[@anonymous-qc3sy]

I am Athenian but Thessaloniki is a very viable option for residence in my eyes. Quite cheaper than Athens,waaaay more relaxed vibe (Thessaloniki residents are known for it) and more friendly people due to the city being smaller. Although i think the same "Athenians hang out with Athenians" rule will be in force there too (meaning it will be difficult to join a group of locals especially without speaking fluent greek)...The metro line will boost the city. Drawbacks,i think less international flights from its airport,less proximity to the islands (there are some islands on the the north plus the famous halkidiki) and i guess for you it would be difficult to start a new circle of friends from scratch. Indeed Athens has more international residents,so that's big for you. All i am saying is it seems it is under your radar but you will be very surprised if you visit. It's known for its food as well. Oh, and they hate Athenians and Athens for real. Like, for real. so don't say you like Athens 😂 One of the jokes they say about us is that you can spot an Athenian in Thessaloniki because he walks fast like he just robbed a bank.

[@agirlandherpassport]

I have no plans to move. Just want to visit. I like Athens and have friends plus being close to more islands for me is important.

[@anonymous-qc3sy]

@@agirlandherpassport i get it. All i am saying is put a visit there a bit higher in your list because i am sure you will love it

[@agirlandherpassport]

@@anonymous-qc3sy Definitely high on the list for 2023!

[@errolab3872]

This is funny because my ancestors are from Thessaloniki and I hated Athens as soon as I stepped into it, for no reason! Must be in the blood

[@nilgungraham8342]

Refreshingly honest...thank you.

[@lindapestridge3073]

Hi Tiffany I Live in the UK I've travelled a lot and japan is my favorite I went to mount fuji and we was lucky enough to go when there was snow on the top i thought there was snow all year round but the courier said you are so lucky tomorrow the snow Will have melted i went last may .

[@kimonharamis7812]

Just got back from Athens and loved it.

[@agirlandherpassport]

So glad to hear it!

[@mesaekso1443]

Thank you Tiff gor answering my questions.I loved the video but (dont get me wrong) i loved most the contrast of the pillows on the white couch!!!hahahahaha!

[@agirlandherpassport]

You’re welcome. I love them too! Thanks for watching.

[@sinancinar8676]

Thanks for the info lovely Tiffany❤

[@agirlandherpassport]

You are so welcome!

[@piotrangielski786]

Questions to next Q&A: How did you find online job? how many hours per day do you work,do you have regular working hours or are you freelancer? don't you have any problems with internet connection in Greece? Is not problematic for your boss that you do not come to the office etc.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thanks. It might be awhile for another one of those. I am not a freelancer and my job was set up to be remote so my boss has no issues. I have fiber in my neighborhood so I got the best package for pretty decent internet. I also have an Ethernet cord if I need something super stable.

[@despinakyraleos2234]

I have to say Tiffany, you are looking more Greek lately!

[@agirlandherpassport]

Oh? In what way? Is it the tan? Thanks!

[@despinakyraleos2234]

@@agirlandherpassport just your whole look! It's a complement! You remind me a bit of a former Greek PM's wife when she was much younger. It was a scandalous marriage, but that's besides the point!

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you! Oh now I need to know more about this woman.

[@despinakyraleos2234]

@agirlandherpassport Hi Tiffany, she's now in her 60s, her name is Dimitra Liani, and she was the PMs flight attendant in her mid 30s. He left his wife for her. I remember the whole scandal, and she was called every name in the book, but what very few debated was her beauty. So you look like her younger self

[@agirlandherpassport]

I will have to look her up. Thanks

[@baggy79]

Just came across your channel. Excellent stuff👍🇬🇷

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thanks!

[@cyclops92]

Your vlog actually comes out every Thursday morning for me in Australia, which I love ❤, it goes great with my morning coffee except when you're showing a beach scene and my jealousy kicks in

[@agirlandherpassport]

Ah good to know! So glad the time works for you. Haha. I am missing the beach now too.

[@cyclops92]

@@agirlandherpassport I shouldn't complain, it's summer here currently in Australia and I'm heading off to the beach later on this morning 🙃

[@agirlandherpassport]

Oh nice! Enjoy it for me.

[@cyclops92]

@@agirlandherpassport Will do p.s have a merry Xmas

[@agirlandherpassport]

@@cyclops92 Merry Christmas!

[@Abernis]

Surprisingly insightful observations - for a utube video - on friendship bonds and how they develop in this, well, quite old culture 👍 All the best 😊

[@bobfotoples6950]

Mousa-KA..not Mou-SA-ka. Also, you'll love Ioannina. Lots to see. The island on the lake, and on the mainland, the fort inside the fort.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Oh that all sounds great. A fort in a fort is intriguing.

[@thomasj3421]

I have watched 7-8 videos of yours this evening. Interesting and informative videos on life in Greece. Hope i can catch your next live

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you!!

[@tomliao3361]

It might be helpful if you divide the video into different sections where you address a question in each section, and you can name the section with the question you answer so people know. I've been to Japan twice before. You might try the capsule hotel since the main cost comes from hotel rooms and traffic if you are going to Tokyo. I recommend going to Hokkaido if you would like to explore the rural area. 🍻Glad to know you will be in Greece for the long term.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Capsule hotels are definitely a must do in Japan I think even if not for the whole time. They look so cool. I want to see the whole country so we will see what all I can do.

[@tomliao3361]

@@agirlandherpassport It's really cool if that's your plan. That might be quite difficult. 😏 Their city layouts are different from each other, and indead that would be quite expensive if you are traveling by yourself. There is a castle in Osaka I haven't seen, and Kyoto has some beautiful historical sites. I just did one city per trip pretty much. 😬

[@agirlandherpassport]

@@tomliao3361 I don't have a plan yet just a dream. I am not sure if I could stay in a capsule the whole trip. I really need to do some planning and saving to do this trip. Kyoto is the highest on my list of places to go. The castle sounds cool. I will have to look it up!

[@ErisstheGoddessofmanhwas]

If you visit Thessaloniki Christmas time, it's magical.

[@agirlandherpassport]

That is good to know!!

[@georgeklimes7604]

Nice video. You definitely went to a place most tourists do not - Kalymnos. And, even then, you went to Palionissos to get that meal. Most tourists stay in and around Pothia - while the climbers stay on the northern end (Masouri, Arginonta, etc). This is where my paternal grandparents came from, and it is a wonderful place. I have been coming the last 5 out of 6 years (Covid prevented a 2020 visit). I always love coming and hate leaving.

[@agirlandherpassport]

I was on a sailboat so it was a bit easier to get to. We did go to the main port town later in the trip.

[@georgeklimes7604]

@@agirlandherpassport Another great place is Vathy. Nice place and not heavily touristed. There ARE tourists (even a small hotel there), but it's farily nice. I always stop there each time I come. Vathy is the one really fertile place on the island, and you can see lots of lemons, apples, oranges, figs, etc when walking along the side roads. I last went in September and tried to find some old gravestones (looking for long deceased relatives). Had to park on the road and walk to where the old chuch is located. Really stunning - though no cemetery was found.

[@stavroskon2512]

Thessaloniki is the most beautiful city by far!!!

[@agirlandherpassport]

Many people say that so I am excited

[@markkurdi7962]

Can you provide tips about where to live or longer stay in Naxos?

[@agirlandherpassport]

I prefer staying in Chora especially if you are going to live there year round. There is just lots going on there in the winter compared to the rest of the island. Hope that helps!

[@kristiwilson4248]

Hi Tiffany, Well we made it! Our dream trip - we arrived in Paros through Athens on September 2. We will be here until Sept 18 and then head to Crete on SeaJet ferry. This morning I had an alarming thought - is there baggage restrictions on the ferry. The two of us came with one large checked bag and one smaller carryon, per airline standards but is that too much for the ferry? Will we be able to carry on all our bags, even if we have to pay an additional fee? I have contacted SeaJet but then remembered how quickly you answered my previous email and thought I would reach out to you. Thanks for your reply.

[@agirlandherpassport]

There are no restrictions on baggage even though your ticket might say so. You just have to be able to carry everything yourself. This should help, agirlandherpassport.com/tips-for-taking-the-greek-ferries-to-the-islands/

[@Falcon-m9w]

Texas !!!!! Steevie ray v !!! guitar legend... we love tejas music in athens there was texas rock club in exarchia before crisis... 😅😅😅 steevie ray you always pick and tune guitars why you don't pick and tune ME ???? HAHAHAHA (COLD SHOT)...😁

[@grnddesign]

Do you mind sharing what type of work you do which allows you so much flexibility to live anywhere in the world? Just being nosy. Thank you for your content. Am binge watching until I go to Greece next summer.

[@agirlandherpassport]

I am a digital archivist. It is a specialization of librarianship. Thanks!!

[@JosephSaintClair]

For a quiet island R&R… Kythera is amazing…. Says an Aussie with Kytherian heritage lol

[@agirlandherpassport]

It’s on the list. 😊

[@JosephSaintClair]

@@agirlandherpassport hope we cross paths when you do. I been watching a lot of your videos and my decision to move to Greece is in the “extremely likely this year” category. I am going to try it for a while and see how real, day to day life will be like… and… I’m looking forward to doing so too :) Thanks for all you do :)

[@agirlandherpassport]

@@JosephSaintClair Definitely try it out if you can. Especially if you can come in the non-tourist season. You're welcome!

[@tomhemmings]

Hi Tiffany. Please don't feel obliged to answer as I appreciate this is a personal question, but please may I ask what type of visa you have. As a Brit I'm still trying to get my head around the best option post-Brexit. Many thanks, and thank you for the great videos. 😀

[@agirlandherpassport]

No worries as I have talked about it before. I am on the Financially Independent Visa. However, the Greek embassy in the UK has different requirements for this visa than in the US so it is best to contact them for the best info. Hope that helps!

[@tomhemmings]

@@agirlandherpassport that's great thank you. That's one of the options we are considering. We were looking at the Golden Visa, but I hear the investment amount has just increased to €500,000 from €250,000! 😥

[@agirlandherpassport]

That is only for Athens and Thessaloniki. Not sure if that helps.

[@tomhemmings]

@@agirlandherpassport that's great thank you!!

[@martygee67]

Oh I love Naxos ❤❤❤ We were considering living there, but are leaning more towards Athens. Do you have any neighborhood recommendations? We’re headed to speak w an estate agent next week. I’d love your opinion!

[@agirlandherpassport]

In Athens, I like Koukaki, Kolonaki, Mets and Pagrati. Good luck with the apartment hunting.

[@ted1452]

Thank you for all your videos this year. They have all been really great. Wishing you all the very best this holiday season.

[@agirlandherpassport]

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching. Happy Holidays!

[@fernandofernandez8067]

Can send share the information about an accountant?

[@zarroukfatma3607]

What are the good, clean, and safe neighborhoods to live in Athens, please?

[@MariDorot]

Hi Tiffany. Just recently came across your channel and slowly making through your past videos lol Would you mind sharing what type of visa you have please? Is it a digital nomad type of thing? I don't have the funds to buy a €250,000 property so wondering whether there are other options. Thanks!

[@agirlandherpassport]

Of course! I am on the Financially Independent visa. Thanks for watching

[@MariDorot]

@@agirlandherpassport Thanks so much for taking the time to reply. I appreciate it. Will look into it :-)

[@agirlandherpassport]

You’re welcome

[@nomicucce987]

i was the one who asked if you would consider moving to a smaller place in greece ☺ i totally agree with what you said. i've been contemplating and i need a friend or partner in smaller places/islands. so that's what i've been doing😄 looking for friends who wish to move/spend a few months in greece. We'll see... 🙏

[@agirlandherpassport]

Ah yay! Give it a try alone. As I said, nothing is permanent.

[@nomicucce987]

@@agirlandherpassport right? we tend to forget that often

[@agirlandherpassport]

@@nomicucce987 For sure!

[@konstantinosstamatopoulos425]

I am new at your channel, but I enjoy it, thanks for sharing your experiences. have a question for you: Do you consider getting a car in Athens in order to enjoy more the countryside and swim in beaches near Athens in the summer?

[@agirlandherpassport]

I would like to but I don't need it that much so it seems silly to get one and to find parking for it. I also don't have enough money to get one right now so if I really needed one, I would rent one.

[@mesaekso1443]

Unless it is absolutely important,nowadays it is crazy to get a car in Athens considering the traffic and the price of the gas!

[@bmakrides]

Oh gosh and now I feel like a poo poo head, I've been subbed for years and I never realized it was every Wednesday! I apologize! Haha

[@agirlandherpassport]

Haha. No worries! I don’t remember other channels video days either. Too many to keep track.

[@alishawilson4123]

Fabulous video, Tiffany! I loved the question format.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you!!

[@Nick_G.]

I didn’t notice the the post you made about the QnA. So I'll leave my questions here. Do you follow the greek news and politics? (If you I don’t necessarily recommend you to do so) Have you noticed any of the the demonstrations (protests) that are happening in Athens especially the last few weeks? Why don’t you want to apply for a Greek citizenship? (besides the part that you have to know Greek and Greek history) Is there reason something with dual citizenship in the US? (the double taxation for example)

[@agirlandherpassport]

I do a bit but my Greek isn’t good enough to really understand and I don’t understand Greek politics. I am not in Athens right now so I have missed all the protests. It’s mainly the high taxes in Greece. And it takes a long time.

[@Nick_G.]

@@agirlandherpassport Yeah our “Scandinavian taxes” is problems for us Greeks as well (mainly because we don’t get any “Scandinavian benefits”) but in your in your case you would have to pay both US taxes and the Greek ones even if don’t live in the US or even if you’re income is not from the US. It’s absurd. Although the United States and Greece had 75 year tax treaty back 1950 and I don’t know if that applies for US citizens (not just corporations)

[@agirlandherpassport]

@@Nick_G. There is a tax treaty but it makes my head hurt to think about figuring it out. The resident permit process isn't hard so I am happy to keep doing that. Probably costs me less in the end.

[@ADRXTRM]

Hi Tiffany... I love greece aswell. I've just seen some of your content, very interesting info to find. so... how does Crete compare to Athens for cost of living? I can only guess, rent or buying property is more expensive due to tourism, or am i wrong? What about the food cost in Crete.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you! I’m not sure as I haven’t been to Crete and I haven’t looked into the cost of living there. All of Crete isn’t touristy so it probably isn’t all the same.

[@kristiwilson4248]

We are really enjoying your videos on Greece. We will be visiting for the month of September. On main destination is Paros. We do have a couple of questions for you which I'm sure will make our visit better. 1) Should we get Euros before coming to Greece or is it better to convert US currency once we are there? 2)Do you think we should have more Euros and less USD? 3)We want to make a side trip to Patmos but as the saying goes "you can't get there for here", we are learning that we will probably have to get back to Athens from Paros and then ferry to Patmos. Is there any easier way that you know of? Thanks for all your help and informative YouTubing.

[@agirlandherpassport]

You can just Euros from an ATM. You should get not accept the exchange rate and let the bank negotiate it for you. No need for US dollars here. Exchange places have the worst rates. Unfortunately, that is correct. Very few ferries run between different island chains. You could fly to Athens from Paros. Then fly to Kos or Leros and take a ferry from there. Hope that helps

[@kristiwilson4248]

@@agirlandherpassport Thank you so much for your quick reply. Appreciate all they help!

[@marylennon1524]

I lived in Crete for three months and am aiming to get my FIP visa and come back this Spring. I’d like to try Athens for a few months and explore the mainland while I’m there. What neighborhoods would you recommend in Athens for a single American woman? Thanks in advance!

[@agirlandherpassport]

Look into Koukaki, Kolonaki, Pagrati, Mets, and Ilisa.

[@marylennon1524]

@@agirlandherpassport thank you!

[@agirlandherpassport]

You’re welcome!

[@sarahgall7363]

Hi Tiffany, I’ve found a place to rent on Aigina and would really welcome the chance to pick your brains about remote working in Greece. I know you’re very busy, but if there is any chance please let me know. Thanks in advance.😊

[@agirlandherpassport]

Hi Sarah. Congratulations on finding a place there. Send me an email at [e-mail] and I can try. Keep in mind I can’t advise on anything tax related.

[@woodkirk_37]

Hi Tiffany , thanks for your video , was nice to hear you answer more questions again. I have been a subscriber for a while . I wondered if you have learned to speak Greek well now? I seem to remember that you had decided to take lessons from a tutor . But maybe I got that wrong ! Is your grasp of the language enough to get by in day to day situations. Asking for things and understanding the reply etc. Thanks in advance for answering me , Janette

[@agirlandherpassport]

Hi! Thanks for subscribing. I am improving but not great. I did take lessons for a bit but I didn't jive with the instructor. I am hoping to get back to lessons in the Spring and have been using an app to learn more in the meantime. I get by for basics and most people speak English.

[@xaviotesharris891]

@@agirlandherpassport I wish I were already living back in Greece so I could help you with your Greek! (I'm not fluent, but I don't have to speak English in Greece, as long as they speak to me like I'm a (smart) Greek child. A thing I loved about learning Greek in Greece is that whenever I felt down on myself for how terrible my Greek was, I'd ask someone (store clerk, waiter, whoever) if I was saying something right, and 1) they were super helpful and eager to be of help 2) told me how good my Greek was, even if they were being just a little nice about that. Don't give up on it!

[@agirlandherpassport]

@@xaviotesharris891 Thanks! I am sure I will get there.

[@muddywaters538]

How are you learning Greek? Do you take private lessons. I was told that’s the best thing to do.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Right now with an app. I had lessons but not private. I think private is the way to go too!

[@Chiobanissa]

Hey Tiffany, I have the same residence permit as you the FIP. Mine expired at end of July 2022 and I submitted my renewal near the end of August 2022. I'm using a lawyer and he told me that there is a very long 6 to 9 month backup for these permit renewals like ours. Frustrating to be sure. Especially since the temp paper is only for Greece and doesn't allow Schengen travel. 🤦🏻‍♀️ I was able to go to Albania for a few days in November 2022, then back into Greece where I did get another Schengen stamp so this gives me 90 days of Schengen travel. (I'm Canadian) I'm just wondering how are you managing Schengen travel now? I had wanted to go to Rome in October but my lawyer advised against it because if they dug into my passport for stamps I'd be an overstayer due to the Greek temp paper not being valid outside Greece. 🤷🏻

[@agirlandherpassport]

Mine as also not be renewed! Such a pain. I keep emailing with no response. They don't check passports for inter-Schengen travel usually even though you might use it for ID. You are allowed to be in the Schengen area for 90 days outside your time in Greece. Our permit doesn't allow it to be used for entering Schengen either. I highly doubt that Italy would be going through your passport since you don't go through passport control from Greece.

[@agirlandherpassport]

I actually just looked at the paper. It says nothing about travel on it. I feel like this is an urban myth! I have heard it but never seen it written down. So I would get it translated to English, officially, and go!

[@aekielty]

Hi. Loving your videos! I have been trying to find the answer to this also. We are relocating to Athens in a few months time and I have been “reliably” told by a lawyer that the temporary cert/the paper you get saying your application is pending, is valid for travel and the greek passport control will allow you back in on it. Inter Schengen travel shouldn’t be looking at the passport. I hope this is correct as we will be applying for residence permits through family member of eu citizen and I’ve been told there could be a 6-9 month wait…

[@RVCHAT]

So you are on not on a work visa just FI visa?

[@agirlandherpassport]

That’s right

[@PHOTOCONVENTION]

Do you have any info on being self employed in Greece. Is that still considered employment and therefore not allowed with your visa.

[@agirlandherpassport]

I don’t as I am not self employed. I don’t know for sure.

[@shaulkirsch1263]

🙏😊😊

[@agirlandherpassport]

😊😊

[@3432421]

Ever been to Istanbul?

[@agirlandherpassport]

I have in 2015. It was great! Loved all the cats and markets.

[@SakisTotsikas]

The real difference in Thessaloniki is not the look of the city, it is the food, trust me on that.

[@agirlandherpassport]

I am always up for good food so sounds like a win to me!

[@SakisTotsikas]

@@agirlandherpassportGenerally Thessaloniki has good food, you just have to find the right restaurants that kept their quality high and those that match your preferences

[@RovexHD]

Aristotle square’s certainly impressive. It was also designed by a French architect.

[@RovexHD]

Greeks love French fries and put it in everything. Quite a difference from other Mediterranean countries. You wouldn’t be served fresh fish with fries in France, for example.

[@arbishwas4483]

Hi....mam,how are you.i want to talk with you.please.i am in north sypruss..