Why I moved to Sardegna (Sardinia)

[@enzodisciullo2557]

Perhaps the question should be why wouldn't you move there. If you have the means and you can it looks like paradise. Sardinia seems to fly under the radar but there are thousands of reasons to go, culture, history, food, climate, people. A completely different and tranquil way of life rooted in ancient history.

[@livinglavitasarda]

Thank you for this incredibly thoughtful perspective!

[@desertbluesplaylist7550]

Totally agree

[@JanosNemeth-y7n]

@@livinglavitasardamy Sweet Lovely❤ Do you have boyfriend? If you are a single I would love to love you so much 😊

[@JanosNemeth-y7n]

I’m dream to move to Italy one day but sooner is better 😅 I’m still saving my money here in Hawaii not so easy😮 but sooner or later I will make my dream come true. God bless you my Dear ❤

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@JanosNemeth-y7n I moved here with very little money. Everything is possible. All the best :)

[@enlumineresse]

Sardinia is a magical place, truly magical. Your are lucky and very clever. This island is for those who are in a quest. I also think that Sardinia, Australia, and Ireland , are sisters.

[@livinglavitasarda]

It's definitely magical and I was called here... literally! Sisters, you say. I'm intrigued to know more...

[@LamericanoArizoninano]

@@livinglavitasarda Hello, I am ‘’casteddaio’’ sardo, from cagliari

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@LamericanoArizoninano Hi!

[@jerryriccio5680]

I am selling my condo in the States and moving to Italy. I too now have an Italian passport and looking forward to living in Italia. Italy stimulates all my senses. In bocca al lupo.❤️🇮🇹❤️

[@livinglavitasarda]

Wow, che bello! I think a lot of people are dreaming of this life!

[@JanosNemeth-y7n]

@@livinglavitasardaI’m glad that I’m not alone😂

[@martinfahy6803]

Ciao Bianca, I’m coming to Sardinia in the next few weeks to do some more research with a view to moving there. It would be great to get feedback on the buying a home experience and also local builders for work.

[@livinglavitasarda]

Oh wow, how exciting for you! I've talked a little about this in my other videos. It's quite the process but I'm sure you'll figure it out once you decide where you'd like to be.

[@Bf109e4trop-jp6zo]

I'm happy for you who have chosen to live in Nulvi, a beautiful town that I know very well, where some of my friends and colleagues live. The town where my mother was born is also near Osilo. Now all you need to do is learn the Sardinian language in particular the "logudorese" language and you're good to go!😀

[@livinglavitasarda]

Thank you! That's so nice of you to say! As for the language, i'll do my best but I might need some lessons!

[@patriciascoles6280]

I love Sardinia w allll my heart n soul. Love your video n path! I'm hoping to do something in sardinia for part time living there. Such tranquility. Such richness. Good for you! Love to meet when there next or sometime! Ciao bella xo

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@patriciascoles6280 thank you! I hope you make it here too!

[@asafgl4281]

Very creative is italy, cars , and especially the meat, cant resist it

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@asafgl4281 there are some great reasons to live here!

[@pampalampa.]

exiting, cool to hear your storie and of course you get the word -house-

[@livinglavitasarda]

House video is up, go check it out (and subscribe if you haven't), thank you!🙏

[@pampalampa.]

@@livinglavitasardaNice, i will check it out

[@TheSicilianLife]

Hi, Bianca, nice to meet you. 😊 Wonderful choice. We've lived in Italy several times and will be heading back to retire very soon. Wishing you all the best on your renovations. Blessings, ~ Carol Amato

[@livinglavitasarda]

Thanks Carol, nice to meet you too and all the best on your return to Italy!

[@chinweokoye9949]

I am planning to move to Sardinia. This vlog was helpful and enouraging!

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@chinweokoye9949 thanks for being here and welcome (almost) to Sardinia!

[@JeffreyKolnicki]

I'm an elder gent of Italian decent. My grandfather imagrated to the United States as a young boy. I am an American, and these days I'm a bit embarrassed to have to admit that. I have read about Sardinia, and watched several videos such as yours. From what I have learned, there is nothing I don't find very inviting about this beautiful Italian island. I would ask you for some honest advice to a yank, who is only a second generation American. What I need to know about moving to Sardinia? By the way, I can't believe you are not married. You are a very attractive Aussie! I've never once met an Aussie I didn't like!

[@livinglavitasarda]

Thanks for commenting and the kind words. The answer to that question probably warrants an entire video! If you've got a passport, I think you should just come and see it for yourself and go from there!

[@asafgl4281]

Sorry to interfere, but all you need to know isn't about Italy, but the place you live at , which I can say that America isn't what used to be until 20 years ago, progressivety, skyrocketing prices and taxes on them and ridiculously expensive useless health care system giving this days the consequences. .

[@MrCt40]

I’m from Sardinia - magical place - well Done for doing it - tell Me how do you manage dealing with the winter times when things get really quiet ?

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@MrCt40 in what sense? Less people? Cold weather?

[@MrCt40]

@I mean that there is not that much to do in winter - in Alghero where I’m from - all locals complain and say it becomes a ghost town … until may comes around and then it becomes alive .. just curious to know what has your experience been ?

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@MrCt40 My life is constantly busy so I have not yet felt bored. It really is up to the individual as to how they approach life. Complaining is not something I do and feeling lonely is not something I focus on. I practise meditation, I exercise, I work, I socialise with friends... and I don't have a car so believe me, I know what it feels like to be isolated right now. Perspective is everything in life and my aim is to see life as beautiful and live with gratitude, so that I don't ever focus on what is bad. I have big goals and dreams for my life so I live in this energy of creating them and this is by no means boring!

[@MrCt40]

@@livinglavitasarda I really admire your perspective and your proactive approach to life. It’s inspiring how you channel your energy into positivity and focus on gratitude. Not everyone can maintain that mindset, especially when things get tough. Your dedication to living fully and working towards your goals is seriously impressive-it’s the kind of attitude that keeps life vibrant and meaningful. Keep shining!

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@MrCt40 Thank you! Everyone can do it if they want to :)

[@chriswiedeman490]

Have you watched Martjyn Dulaard? He's a KZbinr who has rehabbed a stone home in the mountains of north western Italy. I think it would be a nice Inspiration for the adventure you've just begun.

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@chriswiedeman490 thanks for the tip!

[@TheDelem]

...another couple of guys very popular on KZbin ,restored an old country house in Italy with bio materials ...very usefull to see .... "Ateliermavi" ciao and good luck... Sardinia has some of best beaches in the world 🌎

[@miriammuskal5402]

Best of luck to you in your new home

[@livinglavitasarda]

Thank you

[@asafgl4281]

Interesting, i m on my way to italy to but go to monza , Lombardy

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@asafgl4281 all the best on your journey!

[@marianikl-intuitive-arts5908]

Thanks for this video! I am a Hungarian born US Citizen, single like you, and I am looking for a country to retire in, but also somewhere where I could work some as well. I am a certified ESL teacher (day job) and I am an artists, so could teach art classes. A few yrs before Covid I traveled to Hungary due to my father's death, and without planning, ended up doing house flipping there, so I know things about house renovation...Although I am sure it is a different system in each country. I love nature and animals, would be moving with 2-3 dogs...But I only know one family in Italy(who are originally Japanese) and perhaps I can find my Italian friend on Sardegna who must be very old if still alive. How are the people in the Island, and Italy? Is there a way to become part of the community? Are there bohemians and artists? I am now collecting info on the "Move to Sardenia and get paid for it" movement...Any advice for me?

[@livinglavitasarda]

Hi! Thanks for commenting! Do you still have a euro passport?

[@TheSofres]

My parents were from Serbia. They moved to Canada before I was born, for a better life. They’re both gone, I do have a grown daughter who’s an archeology student and Italy is on our bucket list to visit. Maybe even make the move. She went to school for 8 months on the uk and loved it. She wants to move to Scotland. Maybe both our dreams will come true.

[@livinglavitasarda]

Definitely follow your heart where it wants to go. Anything is possible!

[@Friskyhorton]

Show us your house!

[@livinglavitasarda]

The video is uploaded already :)

[@JeffreyKolnicki]

Beautiful island

[@livinglavitasarda]

It is indeed!

[@Friskyhorton]

Iam so envious. And you have the freedom of being single too.

[@livinglavitasarda]

The grass is always greener? But in reality, everyone can have what I have more or less... if they want it enough.

[@deanviewofachateaumybandbi7899]

Italy was my first choice but i ended up in france. Tell us about your friend.

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@deanviewofachateaumybandbi7899 France is also incredibly beautiful!

[@AddColor2Life]

I see the sheep and I hear the bells! Homes are not affordable in the USA. Living near the beach is super expensive here as well. I’m looking at affordable homes in Italy, Mexico and Spain. I would love to own a home as well! Congratulations! 🎉 I love to see empowered woman living their best life!

[@livinglavitasarda]

Thank you!

[@kathystaines7739]

Your an adventurous spirit ! I love that ! This is when miracles happen !! ❤

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@kathystaines7739 Thank you! Yes I’ve very much gone into the unknown 💪🏼 ❤️

[@giuseppeaicolino2777]

I love your story! Well done I'm happy for you. 🙌👏

[@livinglavitasarda]

Thank you!

[@moniquem7169]

Hoi nice to see your vlog, we also bought a house in sardinië and go move there in september 🤗

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@moniquem7169 Wow! I’m so excited for you! Let me know if you create a vlog too, I’d love to follow you!

[@asamicat8323]

Which part of Sardinia?

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@asamicat8323 North. About 25 mins east from sassari.

[@asamicat8323]

@@livinglavitasarda ok

[@YogaBlissDance]

HOUSE! I do wish you were a bit more structured and succinct in delivery. YOu told us the "what" but not much of the "why?" Like when you said a friend is here...that's a bit of "why" but still vague, we know you bought a house the "what" but why? Do u love the S. b/c of the ruins the rugged land, the people...??? But I'm very interested in the topic.

[@livinglavitasarda]

Thank you. I've taken those comments on board and will aim to answer your questions when I can :).

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@YogaBlissDance oh and the house video is up so please check it out when you are ready 😊.

[@janroach1852]

How beautiful, such a peaceful magical place. Sardinia is lovely but do they speak a separate language as the Sardinians do not consider themselves Italian? Your house looks charming but such a lot of work! That will surely keep you busy and occupied. But it looks like it will be fun.

[@livinglavitasarda]

They speak Italian here. It falls under Italian law. However, there are sardo dialects in every little town. It seems that when people are amongst family and friends, they will mix italian and sardo but when it comes to business etc, it's all in italian. The sardo dialect here (of which there are many) is really beautiful but it's a whole other language so my chances of learning may be on the low side... but I will try :)

[@chloemostard8767]

House 😍 So happy for you Be❤

[@breathewithbianca]

Thanks Chlo x

[@giulianocorbisiero5004]

How did you get to see and buy the place you have? I'm looking to buy a house and do it up as my current job is in general construction

[@livinglavitasarda]

I talk about this a fair bit in my videos … I came here and met people and saw places

[@b4bmm]

Is there alot of refugees roaming around Sardinia like the rest of Europe now?

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@b4bmmmy instinct to that answer is no… but in reality, I have no idea. Who are you referring to when you speak of refugees? Coming from Australia where we have so many refugees, i can't say it's a concern for me. Is it for you given you ask the question?

[@Rob-yu1lw]

What will you do for work????????

[@livinglavitasarda]

It's the online life for me

[@TartarianTreasures]

Which area did u buy in? Looking for property w some expats nearby 🎉

[@livinglavitasarda]

Northern Sardegna, not too far from Sassari.

[@downhomegirl5]

You look truly hApPy... freedom is a beautiful thing. I'd like to retire there.🎉❤

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@downhomegirl5 thank you. I won’t lie, it’s been a ride and I’m sure it will continue to be but definitely a good choice.

[@giessed.j.8277]

Ciao !...Northern Sardinia or southern ? (or in the middle) 👋

[@livinglavitasarda]

Northern! I'd say north west even, not too far from Sassari, the main city.

[@fazououbouchou7697]

Maybe valledoria sardinia, iam thinking about buying a house .🤔🙋‍♂️

[@LibellulaBlu.Sardinia]

Oh how cool

[@aaronwahle8230]

Tough sell honestly: beautiful idyllic island filled with gorgeous expats and low cost of living. In Italy.

[@Rob-yu1lw]

Do you live on the moon???? The cost of living here in italy is VERY HIGH!!!! Everything is expensive, the pharmacy, the cost of food, everything!!!!!! Coming here from Australia the Australian dollar is pathetic - 1€ is 55 to 60 au cents

[@livinglavitasarda]

☺

[@christianhendry7136]

​@@Rob-yu1lw the cost of living is tough all throughout the world for many people but to compare Australia and Italy..... Italy is encouraging people from around the world to move there with cheap housing incentives. Yes they need a lot of work but in a lot of Australia you can't even get a block of land for under $250,000. If you wanted a house in one of our cities you are looking at over one million dollars. I could sell my modest house in Brisbane and easily afford a beautiful house by the sea in most places along the Italian coastline and still have plenty of money spare to use as a retirement fund. Real estate prices in Australia are insane. Now with cost of living. Families in Australia are saying that household incomes of $200,00 are not enough to cover expenses. So I can see why Australians are selling up and moving overseas to make their money stretch further. I'm hoping to do it myself soon.

[@MeaghannIbba]

Are you living in Aggius?!

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@MeaghannIbba ah, I understand now. No, I’m not. Further west over in nulvi.

[@KavanOBrien]

Ok freckles or should I call you dimples , in private already have your nickname = no between you and me the world can catch a bus to nowhere, don’t kid yourself you love it when I digress, glad to know there’s two black sheep there = I bet we were up to mischief , I know the song or in this case two songs , your mindset is definitely something that is quite charming if one may say , ok then impatient you songs = The Fool On The Hill = The Beatles , Heart Of Gold = Neil Young , happy now ? Glad you waited?

[@livinglavitasarda]

Nice list!

[@KavanOBrien]

@@livinglavitasarda done the last video so up to date now , I know I’m different heard that all my life = even that reminds me of a song = good night and may your God be good to you .

[@Arginne]

The comment section of this video is unsettling lol. How do you get around with English in Sardinia? Are people friendly towards you?

[@Pepe-rm6ip]

unfortunately they treat her very well

[@livinglavitasarda]

I speak italian but those who don't use google translate. People are super nice here.

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@Pepe-rm6ip so unfortunate for me 😉

[@AS-nx3wo]

Sardinie is so beautiful! Good luck!

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@AS-nx3wo thank you!

[@Rob-yu1lw]

Those dogs are very protective of the sheep - please don't go near them

[@livinglavitasarda]

Some are friendly, some are not. You know pretty quickly which ones are not.

[@asamicat8323]

​@@livinglavitasarda They are very aggressive, be aware of that.

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@asamicat8323 I've encountered a bunch of them now and also walked with locals. Some of the dogs are aggressive and some aren't. On a whole, I keep my distance from them and take my cues from them! Full respect to their role on the island!

[@asamicat8323]

@@livinglavitasarda I understand it, I know not all of them are so dangerous but you were lucky until now and I want to aware you of the danger those dogs can bring. I'm also Sardinian and I've witnessed a lot of dog attacks, they try really hard to defend their territory and their sheep, they see you as an enemy to destroy. Even some of their owners treat them badly to keep them aggressive on purpose. Once I was attacked by two of them in the middle of a countryside street, lucky I was in my car but they tried to bite it! They tried to jump on my window and started attaching every part of the car with their teeth like it wasn't made of steel! If I wasn't in my car they would have killed me for sure.

[@asamicat8323]

@@livinglavitasarda and I can't count the amount of time they brutally killed my dogs for territory battles.

[@francescantoniopace]

House

[@livinglavitasarda]

House video is up, go check it out (and subscribe if you haven't), thank you!🙏

[@jimtripman9002]

Ok, I'm going to say it, Italian husband? OK, I said it.

[@livinglavitasarda]

Ha ha ha ha... one day! 😉

[@jimtripman9002]

@@livinglavitasarda Very nice story.

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@jimtripman9002 thank you

[@Thenewbronzeagecollapse]

Now repeat after me: Sardinians Are Not Italian. Repeat it until it sticks into your head. We're the indigenous inhabitants of Sardinia. For the most part, at least. We're not Italian. Sardinia Is Not Italy.

[@livinglavitasarda]

Ha ha... Sardinians are not italian. Sardinia is not Italy. Love it! (Except why do you speak their language then?! 😉)

[@Thenewbronzeagecollapse]

@@livinglavitasarda For the same reason Native Americans and Australian Aborigines speak English. Conquest, ethnic cleansing, forced cultural assimilation and colonization. I was being serious when I said we're not Italian. Not that I hate Italians, btw, we're simply another people. We're a different ethnic group and we're indigenous to this island.

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@Thenewbronzeagecollapse Oh no, I'm starting to realise this more and more. Full respect for the people here and thanks for that explanation. Identity is important as long as you create a sense of empowerment and not marginalisation. 🕊

[@Thenewbronzeagecollapse]

@@livinglavitasarda I agree. Thank you for understanding

[@He-zo6hu]

⁠​⁠@@Thenewbronzeagecollapse again with these bullshit!!! @livinglavitasarda Don’t buy these bullshit because 95% of sardi fell 100% italian. This dude is just a minority

[@Pepe-rm6ip]

italian and sardinian isn't the same at all. that actually gives more questions than answers! sardinian culture is different from italian culture and all the other regions where surely by the looks of it, you italian family came from. so that comes off as very weird actually, it does not make sense. also rural australian or american houses are super cheap, way cheaper than here

[@livinglavitasarda]

You know, you're right, they are different, it's something I'm quickly learning but honestly, it's not a problem for me, I love it here.

[@Arginne]

What a weird rude comment. And NO houses in the US are nowhere near as affordable as Sardinia. I cannot afford a home here in the states

[@Pepe-rm6ip]

@@Arginne not rude at all, she's basically inciting people to invade us. and no, properties in the US are way cheaper than here, you must live in N.Y or something

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@Arginne houses in rural areas in Australia are not as affordable as here, otherwise, I would have bought one. Plus, rural often means no access to water and Sardinia is a place that offers that for sure.

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@Pepe-rm6ip I find this comment fascinating.

[@uztulei]

Diciamo ,che parlate di( italia )per la sardegna è improprio ,storia ,cultura, lingua , a se ! Cucina tradizionale poco elaborata ma essenziale , non è insomma piza e mandolino ,o panettone, o porchetta niente di tutto ciò che caratterizza l italia ,s incastra con la cultura sarda.

[@livinglavitasarda]

Grazie per la spiegazione!

[@CherryDiMilo]

how do you finance your life ? Good luck and have fun. "HOUSE"

[@livinglavitasarda]

Great questions, thanks for asking them. I'll address them in the future!

[@dorinatudisco1308]

House

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@dorinatudisco1308 the video has been posted, be sure to check it out! Thank you!

[@dr.ahmedouf5742]

House

[@livinglavitasarda]

@@dr.ahmedouf5742 I made the house video a while back. You’ll find it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4LXn6xpg92HeZosi=j-0uQqtKeHFrNz8r