Why I am moving from Europe to Asia.

After living my entire life in Europe and the United States I reflect on the scary change of moving to Asia! What are the challenges of moving to Asia?, what are the positive parts? What food do you eat? what Cultural and Language barriers exist? In this video I show my life in Asia and all the things that encompasses my life.
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[@martinsolhaugen]

Finally we got to release this vlog! We have been filming it over quite some time as I really wanted to make sure we could provide some valuable insights for someone thinking of moving to Asia! ❤ Comment below your thoughts!

[@mersase1]

Your fortunate to marry a local that helps you learn & understand along the way …

[@merceditafrancisco2434]

The location.that you are living is the version of Beverly Hills in the Phils . The fav res of Expats, Billionaires, Businessman, Celebrities, Politicians and Gov't officials a very exclusive village heavily guarded by CCTV's. You and Ave were destined to experience living there and we are enjoying watching you. Good decision to choose Phils as your base location/office while traveling around the world it's cheaper to hire Nanny and house helper here to assit you while raising your kids.👌❤

[@portiaperez2620]

Are you renting this place? Or have you bought it? I’m thinking of retiring there.

[@beniciabuchanan3970]

Good deciission Marve to choose to stay in the Phils for your lovely wife Avi during her pregnancy until your precoius baby girl birth and this is awsome vlog.aww

[@filbritfrolics9315]

Good luck on your new life in Philippines, with your very own family now :-)

[@avelovinit]

What a great video my love! ❤

[@angelinaescobar7981]

I agree! The narrative is clear and well presented. Congrats Martin!👏👍

[@teresitapagsolingan157]

You know martin not only you love the philippine,many different country who married different filipina,they live it and stay in the philippines,and they tell that there are so many things that change to his life💓first philippines is a kind person and humble.

[@TV-ob8wf]

You got an open mind that’s why you seem to get along with the diversity of life. Plus You got lucky that you met Ave along the way😊

[@Charles64]

just enjoy life … build your own family, then Later … decision will come along at the right time. Enjoy Lang muna Sa Buhay. Since Ph.🇵🇭 is your 2nd Home now.

[@mariasimeonalababidi3175]

I admire your being so open minded and how you have adjusted so quickly with the country's culture, how you have accepted Philippines as your 2nd home .... discovering a lot of good and bad things from the Philippines . . . But you showed so much love with all the places you have been with Ave. You will surely enjoy more once you have gone to all the places you not seen or discovered as yet..... the beaches and the restaurants ....all will make you feel satisfied and comfortable ... thank you for sharing this vlog again. Congratulations to all the new updates and with the new beginings in the Philippines. You are a great person Martin and Ave is so lucky to have you forever. Bless you both always and your little princess.

[@francesmariannellamado8790]

Ava shld take care of your baby.Dont go anywhere or the baby will be stressed .It is better to stay in your house and go to your favorite grocery, fastfood chains and restaurants. S&R is famous as well as Waltermarts, SM Malls & Megamalls and Ayala Malls.Wherever you go for as long as you consider taking care of your Baby and the happiness you get is worth it

[@teresitacanayon1718]

Welcome to the Philippines 🌴Martin. A sunshine 🌞country w smiling friendly people 😁 who love music 🎤🎼 n good food 🍤🥦. Ave has a happy supportive family 🥰. The coming baby girl Solhaugen 👩‍🦰 will also be a talented smart girl like her parents - MarVe ❤️❤️. God bless 🙏.

[@lovelyme344]

I love how your life right now... so family oriented...warm and peaceful 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@charlottevillanueva1899]

Happy for you Martin and thank you because you choose to stay here in our country I hope you and ave will stay here forever as your family get bigger..you are smart and I like your principle in life.❤❤❤

[@teresitapagsolingan157]

That good decision ave and martin,,its nice ave stay in the philippines because this is a first baby,if you are pregnant ,its nice you are near to your parents,because your mother or member of your family will help you if you give birth ,to your baby.

[@babyb4525]

Happy to see lola and Jing in your place. I remember when you and Kim stayed too in one of Jings house in Hawaii. Happy bonding with them 💞

[@babyb4525]

First from Europe 😊

[@martinsolhaugen]

Hello there!❤️🥰

[@remycarpio4098]

This is a great piece of eye opening to anyone who wants to share his ideas of living in the Philippines. Martin, I greatly admired your determination to put all your dreams into realities and wish you all the best especially for the coming of your Princess. 👏👏🙏🙏😍

[@joycefortis-td6lo]

Marve baby is coming soon ,yeheyy❤😅

[@gloriadilk8384]

Good choice, I did that too with my daughter. So many help which you need when you give birth. You’re blessed you have a choice where to live. God bless.

[@auroranepomuceno8230]

Nice place Nice foods Beautiful and hospitable people Nice view❤❤❤❤❤

[@martinsolhaugen]

Right!🥰 Love it

[@teresitacanayon1718]

MarVe’s idea of living in the Philippines now while Ave is pregnant is the right decision. Weighing the pros n cons between settling in Norway or in the Phils. is commendable 😘 ! Good luck 🙏 !

[@Paaaa32]

Ave it’s so lucky to be from 🇵🇭 it’s a wonderful country has everything I always wanted to visit but I live in South America very far one day I will visit

[@fernandodeboer224]

Continued blessings to you both! Awesome insights and great to witness your process! 🇵🇭🇳🇴🤩✨🙏🏽

[@mariasamantha3775]

Thanks Martin and Ave a wonderful insights .

[@isagoldfield7393]

I’m so jealous with you Martin. I’m from Portland Oregon & I really think I will thrive better living in a warm environment. If I have to leave somewhere else, I would choose Philippines bc of the people, language, food & so many beautiful places to visit within the country. You’re so blessed🌼🌷🌸

[@user-ow3el5ve7f]

I like your open-minded and exploring different culture.keep up.❤😊

[@isagoldfield7393]

♥️♥️♥️garage sales, you can find the coolest things, nice garage haul MARVE!

[@maggiocampana7144]

I like your analogy of giant forest and different trees 😍

[@atebabytorres6357]

I love Watching your Vlogs❤and thank you for promoting/advantages living in the Philippines!❤

[@angelinaescobar7981]

Proud of you Martin. Your flexible personality is commendable. Departing from your comfort zone is not easy and opted to settle in Asia (particularly the Philippines) is not a joke - in terms of the huge contrast in customs, traditions and way of life. Congratulations is in order for doing great, of course with the guidance of Ave, your lovely and supportive wife. A big thank you for loving my country and also for sharing this entertaining film which I enjoyed watching. Nice to see lolalovinit, Aunt Jing and some good friends. God bless and keep safe w/Ave.🤰👨‍👩‍👦♥️ (Not skipping the ads!)

[@angelinaescobar7981]

Almost all the questions that I have in mind about your life in the PH had been answered by you. Thank you.🙏 😊 Hoping that there will be a Part 2 so that more questions will be answered (maybe a Q&A vlog?)😊

[@patc1871]

Been a sibscriber since you 2 met. You are both inspiring and so full of light. Thanks for sharing From an American with Norwegian roots...(mom and dad born in Oslo and Lofoten) ❤

[@Roxanneskyli]

Yeah its nice to stay in the. Phils.for the meantime esp. On giving birth cause of the support Of the family, still much better for the future of your kids to stay in norway. Just an opinion. Nice vlog. ❤️

[@KalboInPhilippines]

Such an awesome video Martin! Much appreciated ❤️ I'm originally from Armenia, though currently living in Laguna, Philippines. 🇵🇭 with my wife (filipina). And I would definitely agree with your words said on your video. Philippines is really such a beautiful country with beautiful people ❤️ It's always nice to meet new people, especially another foreigner living here in the Philippines! 🇦🇲🇵🇭 If you happen to be around Laguna, maybe we could grab a coffee ☕️️ Just let me know! Looking forward to hearing from you, Martin. All the best! 💪🏻💪🏻

[@atebabytorres6357]

Happy vibes family❤

[@mirthfulsakura]

nice ❤ I love Asia

[@bernielimb1231]

Well done Martin! This is one of those blogs that has an A~ Ha moment for me.Sharing your insights and thoughts about stepping out of your comfort zone is hard, leaving family and friends behind is hardest and experiencing being comfortable with uncomfortable is very humbling. Also liked the QandA portion especially about your Visa status, any fun facts and trivias are always fun and interesting! God bless and take care with the little princess!

[@SoniasChannel1]

Nice video...hope to see more videos 😊

[@chinoyhealingfoodstravels8888]

Greetings from Redondo Beach CA 🇺🇸happy to hear you love the Philippines. Nice video. Cheers 🥂

[@quiaodilao3932]

Happy you & Ave decided to stay in Philippines and upbring your soon Family Solhaugen’s 👨‍👩‍👧🏡 . Your strengt of mind , determination ,Ave’s fam & community of friends around , help up to make it easy-breezy🙌🏼👏😄🇵🇭!! Mabuhay.

[@sarahbautista5210]

Be safe always Ave especially when you're pregnant. Take care lovely couple

[@caloalfredartoflife622]

Martin, do yourself the favor to LAY the Weine bottles down. The cork, the quality of the wine and your stomach will appreciate it😉🍷

[@borianamihova7761]

It is truly amazing how open minded you are to change and embrace everything around you. I also live abroad and I miss my family and friends everyday. I do understand that for women during pregnancy is important to stay close to the family - I would do the same one day. But in General - how do you feel that you are not able to see your family and friends in Norway? I guess you also want them to be part of the baby’s coming period 😊 p.s Im visiting PH for first time next week. And I’ve got inspired by both of you to visit the country since Im following you ❤

[@myrnamorales5683]

I love your positive thoughts 😊😊😊 you welcome everytjing😊😊

[@evelynsamutya2716]

Hello,Martin and Ave,God bless your family 🙏🙏🙏

[@felicidadllloder8883]

Hello Martin, thanks for embracing our filipino culture, stay safe, healthy and happy. God bless.

[@dadcation]

Hello Martin and Ave good job on this video very entertaining. Martin, not sure if you already know but Jay AKA Jaycation should be arriving there this week. You didn't hear it from me coz he's very secretive lol. I'm sure you guys will meet up sometime and somewhere. You guys take care and Congrats on the upcoming baby

[@gloriasale]

If you are happy, have peace in your heart to live in Asia from Europe go for it.

[@martinsolhaugen]

Right! The best 😊😊

[@isagoldfield7393]

And Philippines is an amazing country to live. Awesome, kind, beautiful people, their food is amazing & breathtaking islands & many places to explore♥️♥️♥️Someday I will definitely visit Philippines🌼🌷🌸

[@mariafetutorsantavlogs2099]

Wow daming bos coffee martin

[@wernerstogmann531]

Sweet Couple oh yeah its Magic together!

[@nicoleladroma2117]

Its the spirit and vibrant environment of the Philippines. Life is here

[@user-zf1gj6th8s]

Hello.couple …..first comments and first views❤😊

[@dumbmutts.7758]

When S&R first opened it was wholesale and you could only get a membership if you had a business that was needful of the store supply. In the beginning it was really cheap. Every time I arrived in Davao we would stop at S&R and stock up before heading home. However now it has become a retail store and the prices have increased. The quality is good unfortunately the prices aren't any more. We don't shop there now. SM supermarkets have better prices. I came to Asia in 1996, if you come here with the attitude of "but back home we have this" then you won't last long. Have an open mind, adapt to the culture, learn the language, integrate yourself into society then the Philippines will welcome and accept you with open arms. This is my home now and I wouldn't change it for the world.

[@martinsolhaugen]

This is great advice and very useful information for people moving to Asia. Thank you Dumbmutts

[@neri0807]

‘Sorry I didnt for you, i did it for me’ 😅 that’s dope! 😂 I'm loving the confidence, but maybe there's a smoother way to put it. Could just be a bit of a language thing. 😊

[@kath0015]

Started to drink Bo's coffee when I watched it in your vlogs! Infairness, their iced coffee are good and also the one from 711 is so good! Now I always buy it when going to work 😭😭😭😭

[@martinsolhaugen]

This makes us so happy to read!! ❤☕ I am excited to try their subscription and get more familiar with the different filipino flavors. Stay happy and keep it up at work. Hope the coffee gives you power.

[@meeepmorp]

Hey Martin. Always loved your fits man. Where's your shirt from 0:52 ?🔥

[@jeorginavlog9321]

Nice ❤❤

[@TitaEMs55]

Living in Asia like Philippines is you both have a wonderful life.. while here in Europe ( Norge / Sverige) är så tråkigt. ( tycker jag, ❄️🌨️❄️)Jag önskar att åka hem till Filippinerna snart så möjligt och leva bra.

[@jdrn7869]

Martin, it’s time for you to apply for a spousal visa or A13 visa.

[@pharris6946]

Philippines or Norway…. I support you guys decision, you guys knows better ❤🤩

[@MG77740]

Summer in Norway and winter in the Philippines.

[@brendaflores7274]

You are an ideal man martin 😊

[@larryjones5040]

Are you guys going to make a blog on buying baby stuff making a baby nursery

[@Ramfadora]

First from Asia Pacific.

[@imeldaangeles2092]

Chablis is really good....❤

[@soundofsilence248]

have you gone to Evia just along Daang Hari (back of Ayala Alabang. I think you would love the coffee shop /library there, shops & the food strip at thr second flr.

[@reginadeclaro8156]

nice to live in Asia and a home with the pool. moving to Asia as long as there would be a job or income.

[@jenelynm2161]

Very much agree with Ave choosing to stay here for her mental health..coz being pregnant and after giving birth is something for us women that is so challenging which may affects our emotions.....

[@emmaferrer2017]

I agree, post natal depression is real

[@berniecalabiafamvlog9310]

Stay safe god bless

[@mersase1]

It’s what best for the both of you …

[@arnelsanjuan2310]

BECAUSE ITS MORE FUN IN THE PHILIPPINES

[@ramileguevarra6136]

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[@mustafavdhoek]

this a great vlog martin and ave martin you are a great husband four your wife and the baby you are a family men you have a great family with your wife ave its real life filipijnen al whis you al the best four you and your ave and the baby greetings

[@lanidelrosario2094]

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[@singaporedan1597]

👍👍👍

[@lornadonayre1575]

Ang sarappp mag babad sa pool Ave

[@mariajocelynwaban3605]

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[@aitirakascos4162]

hi enjoy

[@mariajocelynwaban3605]

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[@wheres_mygz6888]

😊😊😊

[@martinsolhaugen]

Thank you for watching ❤️

[@aitirakascos4162]

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[@davidzapf3383]

Waiting for rhree suns return so ice melt also ice wall melt so dessarts can green again

[@Roxanneskyli]

ave, do not cut more of ur hair. Long hair suits you more. 😮

[@TeddyBear-zj4qg]

👍

[@liliabejec9456]

I love this video ! May I suggest that Ave should also make a video about how Martin felt and dealt with your pregnancy !

[@martinsolhaugen]

Yes. She should 😊

[@stecybatasan4698]

Any foreigner traveling Philippines and embrace Filipino culture it's like a trap for them because Philippines is beautiful and unique country in this planet

[@flordelizaabejero84]

Hello! Martin how r u &ave?

[@joannerodriguez8912]

what about getting dual citizenship?

[@hillroberts1311]

Here in Spain no one drinks water off the tap. I'm the only one doing it but I boil the water first. Bottled water is a way of life here.

[@reymundoparas5460]

Enjoy your fatherhood when baby comes out martin

[@witch18Lho]

Why not though? the weather is Good here👌🌤

[@bonifaciobonifacia8679]

Hope ,forever kau. Ave seems have strong, and very independent personality. Not to mention she's way more older than martin. Shes ready to settle for her age, while martin looks like just beginning to enjoy life. Id be very surprised if they stick more than 10 years. Needs adjustment, like little submissive and not domeneering.

[@merceditafrancisco2434]

Oh.. barking at the wrong tree again? I read comments to this channel referring to Austria vloger..The couple you are referring from Austria were already separated. This is the youtube channel of Martin from Norway now happily married to a Filipina building a stable family. Fyi Martin is a product of a broken family with his past experienced am sure he will protect his own family to work as he can to remain intact. ( watch Martin's wedding vlog to hear his emotional speech) .Instead, pray for them to have a happy marriage life.❤

[@DebbieMariz]

One thing I learned when touring with “Western” friends: you can eat anything (anywhere too) - but don’t drink the tap water. Bottled water all the way!

[@albinaelane5490]

Goodluchmsrtinanwairinyourreturninphilipppines

[@tomasiturralde4705]

Hire a good interior designer who'll help you find furnitures for your home especially now Ave is pregnant.

[@merceditafrancisco2434]

Agree, but i heared for now the couple can spend only based on what they have maybe prioritizing the coming of the baby.

[@RankoSaotome37]

That’s exactly what happen when you marry an AFAM ❤

[@alexiscolby4085]

I hope you’ll consider moving to Norway… better educational system, health care, way of thinking away from religious fanaticism, telerserye, tsismis, and titas.

[@DominiqueDevereaux-jo4uz]

I agree. Philippines have a lot to offer but the child needs to be in an environment that will give her more opportunities (not saying there's nothing in Manila) to grow within an environment that is open to reason and not overwhelmingly about religion and celebrity culture.

[@chelay_luxgg5866]

I believe it’s better to raise your children in Europe than in the Philippines… This country is so behind and poor! Your child will benefit more if they’re European citizen

[@derrick1829]

Promo_SM

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[@lornadonayre1575]

Ang sarappp mag babad sa pool Ave

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