Why I left London and moved to Madeira Portugal: 5 Life-Changing Reasons

Why I left London ...
Are you tired of the fast-paced, stressful city life? In this video, I share my personal journey of leaving behind the bustling streets of London and embarking on a life-changing adventure in Madeira, Portugal. Join me as I reveal the top 5 reasons why I made the bold decision to start a new chapter in this breathtaking island paradise. From the enchanting landscapes to the laid-back lifestyle, discover how Madeira has transformed my life for the better. If you're seeking inspiration to make a change and find your own slice of paradise, this video is a must-watch. Get ready to be captivated by the beauty and charm of Madeira and gain insights into the incredible benefits of living in this hidden gem. Don't miss out on this opportunity to embark on a virtual journey and learn why I left London behind for the idyllic shores of Madeira. Subscribe to my channel and hit the notification bell to be the first to watch this life-changing video. Get ready to be inspired and discover the endless possibilities that await you in Madeira, Portugal.

[@nelsonsantana3540]

Welcome to Madeira.Great Video. I am from Madeira living in London. Do not even start with dentists here in UK it is a mission impossible to see one. If you ever need a hospital or medic i recommend the one near the market down town Funchal MMC Madeira Medical Center they are quick and private and speak English. I hope you enjoy your move.

[@Livinginmadeira]

Thank you for the advice! Am loving it :)

[@jerryczech953]

you must be crazy leaving Madeira for London :-) i feel for you ,I lived next to Croydon for fiveyears :-)

[@luisv8431]

There's a big UK community living in Madeira

[@ruinunes8251]

Yep, and it is growing.

[@abundancemindset777]

Loved this video and series in general! I am also considering leaving London for the funshine of Lisbon/Porto/Madeira! Keep up the good work with your videos 😊😊

[@Livinginmadeira]

Hello! DO IT

[@jeannineosorio6566]

Hello and thank you for sharing all of your new experiences in Madeira, Pt. I would love to hear your thoughts on renting there and the steps for beginning that process. I look forward to your next video!

[@Livinginmadeira]

Hi Jeanni, thank you for the video suggestion :)

[@BelaMadeira]

Enjoyed watching your vid and welcome to my home island, although like you, I grew up in the British Isles. Barking dogs are a bit of an in-joke over here to those who’ve recently moved onto the island. Good luck with your new life over here!

[@Livinginmadeira]

thank you so much!

[@PUAlum]

This video is simply "brilliant"! (as you Brits charmingly say). Thank you so much for making it. Madeira is on my "maybe list" for where to retire. i live in LA. I speak some Brazillian Portuguese, so hope that might help. Thanks too for sharing that dental experience. That sounds amazingly reasonable. I hope you're enjoying this adventure....and look forward to your next videos. Cheers from CA.

[@Livinginmadeira]

Glad you enjoyed it! I think you'd love it here and your Braxilian Portuguese would go a long way!

[@dpglobal7021]

Good morning from California Sounds like an amazing landscape there. I need to look more into Madeira. Thank you for the video. I’ll be following you to get better info. Happy Travels E

[@jerryczech953]

yeahh leave Commiefornia asap "=_

[@madgpol]

Subscribed. Madeira is stunningly beautiful. I've purchased a house there with the intention of semi retirement and living between the UK and Madeira. Will be there for Sao Pedro next week. Looking forward to hearing more about your journey

[@Livinginmadeira]

Thank you!

[@ruinunes8251]

I’m glad you love Madeira. Unfortunately for the locals, accommodation prices is going through the roof right now.

[@jinnybronsky9627]

Hello, brave heart ! I absolutely admire your spirit . I have lived in 5 countries and 1 island so far , planning to visit Madeira island for a month to start with in February…, and if the things will go as hoped and planned, then wishing to make it my home. I would love to meet u and have a poncha together perhaps! I am a lone wolf and a gipsy without a horse, therefore I know very well that the freedom and independence can feel lonely sometimes … wishing you all the best on your new journey ! 👍🪶

[@Livinginmadeira]

Let me know when you get here!

[@istandforfreedom1111]

Am coming to Madeira for a holiday in September hopefully with my children. I hope I fall in love with it and change our lives for the better. Good for you I lived in Spain and France before having children. Would love to be brave and do it again with my kids and give them a better life. You sharing true life and reality is brilliant. Thank you 😊 💓 would love to know the best local places to visit, restaurants and swimming areas and if you can easily get gluten and or dairy free foods in the supermarket and restaurants.

[@Livinginmadeira]

such a sweet message - I am positive you will have an amazing time here, the island is so family friendly. I haven't looked back :) noted on video requests!

[@MariDorot]

Yes, please make videos on buying a house, how to find one, the paperwork, the lot :-) Thanks so much! New sub.

[@Livinginmadeira]

Coming soon!

[@joaorodriguesc21garden]

welcome to our beautiful island 🤗

[@Livinginmadeira]

Thank you so much Joao - loving it :)

[@markfitzy.86]

I'm hoping to move down aswell. It's an amazing place alright

[@Livinginmadeira]

You won't regret it!

[@michellegerrard1693]

Hi really nice to find this as I m planning a month in Madeira in January. I m travelling alone so great to see you feel comfortable there alone. Keep the videos coming. Where woulg be a good reasonable priced area near a beach and city. Any info greatly appreciated. 😊

[@Livinginmadeira]

My pleasure 😊 tricky but maybe try Camara do Lobos - I find it's one of the cheaper main cities and by a beach, hope that helps!

[@RuePhoto]

You have you insights & observations to a tee Pheep (I hope that's you name, if not what may I call you?) I'd love to retire there or be brave enough like you to take the plunge once I have a safety net. I'm originally a Chester lad & thanks for your videos as I intend to watch more, if not all! Have a truly beautiful week my dear 🤗

[@Livinginmadeira]

Hi Rue, i've just subscribed - i lvoe your videos too! and thank you so much for your kind words :)

[@teddydavis2339]

I'm so glad you are enjoying Portugal. I lived there a few years ago, but I found them extremely racist. I'm really surprised that so many black people are moving there. I guess I just had bad luck. I do enjoy your videos, and you are a very beautiful person. Boa sorte!

[@Livinginmadeira]

Hi Teddy, i'm so sorry you had that experience. It's so important to me to be somewhere diverse hence why I picked Portugal and I'm lucky enough to say that I haven't had any issues at all.

[@rafaelbettencourt1328]

Amazing video, I would recommend for you to visit Porto Santo for a day if you want to enjoy a little break with amazing beach, scenery and food Also you get to enjoy the ferry and seeing dolphins :)

[@Livinginmadeira]

Wow, that sounds amazing. I'll add it to my bucket list!

[@rafaelbettencourt1328]

@@Livinginmadeira Nice :) I would recommend doing this trial very early in the morning because it can be super hot after lunch time , I do this walk sometimes when I comeback to Madeira for holidays.

[@teodoro1007]

Lovely video, I don´t stop laughing. For Madeira I went to Decathlon to get a nice pair of Salomon hiking boots on sale. Jeff from the Hit the Road Madeira KZbin channel has a lot of good tips.

[@Livinginmadeira]

Hiking boots are high on my list! My cruddy New Balances just don't cut it haha

[@mcbyrneable]

Can you share some of your favourite restaurants in Madeira please!

[@Livinginmadeira]

Hey, thanks for the video recommendation

[@odl21]

Why did you choose Madeira and what job did/do you do? I agree about living in a different country. Vital.

[@Livinginmadeira]

The climate, the culture and the food :) I was a social worker

[@marllon9786]

As an English-speaking person of color, are there are many other English-speaking folks who of color from countries like the US, Canada, and UK living in Madeira? I considering relocation, but I don't want to feel completely isolated. My Portuguese is pretty decent, due to being raised by Brazilian parents who inly spoke to me in Brazilian Portuguese growing up.

[@Livinginmadeira]

There's a few and I wouldn't move anywhere that didn't have diversity as it is super important to me! One of the biggeest barriers I've had is around language so you will be more than able to establish a local network

[@antoniodasilva1230]

That's one spice girl

[@Livinginmadeira]

Scaryyy

[@antoniodasilva1230]

@@Livinginmadeira scary ? Looks like one of the Spice Girls shoot someone from the UK should be easily seeing this

[@Shanicewitter]

Hey! Would be nice to know about your Visa situation and are you currently renting? Thank you! X

[@Livinginmadeira]

Hey Shanice, I’m renting and In Madeira on the D7 (as I work remotely). Are you thinking of coming to Portugal?

[@Shanicewitter]

@@Livinginmadeira oh Okay thank you! Yes I am. I’ve been to Madeira a few times now and I love it. Would love to move there short term in the near future x

[@jerryczech953]

I am dreaming to already be living at Madeira !! but I know that near future things will get very messy ,New quantum financial system ,huge crash of banks ,stock market,realestate ,bonds ..US dollar no be world reserve currency ,,anyway ..nojobs ,AI tech plus New stellar quantum ,will killed 60% jobs expecially US and UK .. so i bough right crypto ,and waiting for moving into Madeira as a King ,with no stress ,bg house and not be reliable on new CBDCs ....I love your videos by the way ,:-)

[@Livinginmadeira]

Hi Jerry, you can still make the Madeira dream happen. I've heard crypto is a big thing around around here with some shops even accepting BTC

[@jerryczech953]

@@Livinginmadeira get rid of BTC ,its a bait ,its a trojan horse ....but XLM instead....just my five cents 🙂

[@lloydfrancis9149]

But Portugal doesn't have Marks & Sparks 😮

[@Livinginmadeira]

ha yes but does have PINGO DOCE!

[@ruinunes8251]

Poncha is not deadly. Unless you go nuts and drink it by the bottle. 😂