Portugal Low Cost of Living in Portugal Azores Pico Island One of the lowest in Europe Episode 11
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- Опубликовано: 18 сен 2024
- On this video we will share what our experience has been when it comes to cost of living during the last 3 months or so. Portugal has one of the lowest cost of living in Europe. Tourists and semi retired people from all over the world are choosing Portugal to either vacation or live.
The cost of living in Portugal compare to Canada and the USA is also quite a bit lower. Things like groceries, utilities, health care, lodging, dining are just a few that make tourists, expats and semi retirees choose Portugal.
You can easily live well in Portugal on a $1000 a month cost of living budget.
Portugal also checks a lot of boxes and leads when it comes to safety, low pollution, nature. health care and much more.
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Awesome video. We flew home from Madeira at the end of February just before lock down. We've travelled extensively throughout Western Europe, and Portugal is our favourite long term destination. I found the Portuguese people we met to be kind of Canadian - modest, good hearted. Our first post pandemic trip will be to the Azores - thanks again.
We're glad you enjoyed our video. I have been to Madeira; another Portuguese gem. Pico is a bit similar to Madeira in the way that there are no real sand beaches; mostly ocean lava pools. You are spot on; Portuguese and Canadian people are both down to earth, kind, passionate and friendly. The Azores are waiting; maybe we will see you on Pico island! Cheers!!
The thing here (i live in Pico too, but applies to most Azores Islands) is we are very limited on some things. For example, on Canada/USA you have some vet clinics bigger than the "people hospital" we have here, so more technology to deal with more specific problems we may can't deal with, which also happens in "people hospital", certain health problems you'll need to go to another island or even the mainland. It's like your comparison of Continente with the smaller super markets, describes all the living here, we may not have everything they have on the mainland but we have the essential, and i would never live in another place. Great video!
I can't argue with you; totally correct. If there is one thing that requires immediate improvement here on Pico and in the triangle islands as whole is to have a higher quality of health care access and technology. This is a must; not only for the citizens that live here; but also for the Tourists that visit! It must improve; not just my opinion but of most! All the best in 2021! Saude!
There is something precious living on an little island like that..
A little 'off-grid', not crowded and a seemingly timeless tempo everywhere..
As a Aboriginal teacher ones said: " let a drop of silence, fall in to myself.. everyday"..
Enjoy Life, as it is.
And the medical possibility grows with that, leave the crowded city life behind, don't advice others to buy the land..
In no time, you might bring all these things you wanted, and lost the island with it..
Keep safe!
I just discovered your site tonight and enjoyed your video very much. I am a 68yr old widow on my own in the US planning how I will live the rest of my life. My grandmother immigrated to America from Oporto, and my grandfather from Sao Jorge, but I started my life on this earth in a town in California called Pico Rivera. So it seems fitting to live out my days on Pico Island. I will be looking forward to learning more
I lived on Terceira for 2 years, from 86 to 88. At the time I did not appreciate it as I was young and missed my "life" in the US but I would love to go back now. There were no fast food places and no chain stores of any kind. You could pay one US dollar and go almost anywhere in a taxi and our rent was 120 US and water (paid 3 months at a time) was around 10 US. They would come to your door and read your electric meter and you could pay him if you wanted. Very interesting and charming island and I do miss it.
The islands are waiting for you; time for a visit! I have memories of those days as well. I do notice that the nature is still protected and abundant here! So glad for that! Take care!
Love your videos. My husband is from Sao Miguel, and we live in Burlington, Ontario. We purchased a ruin, and we are in the process of renovation. Your videos inspired us. E are looking forward to retirement and living a much healthier lifestyle in azores
Finally a video with interesting information!
Thanks Mat; glad you enjoyed it! Cheers!
My wife & I just spent our Saturday watching your videos . I grew up in lajes and went to school there in the 90's so its great to see a new prospective of the island now and how its evolving while maintaining its originality. Your content is great and I hope it continues . My inlaws live near trafalgar & upper middle so we can really relate .
Stay safe , Stay healthy and hope a new video is just around the corner 😁
Ps- that's one cute cat
Laura and I are glad you enjoyed our videos. I guess you guys did a bit of binge watching. What a small world; awesome that you experienced Lajes as well. Hopefully you will make it over; for now experience it through us! Enjoy the weekend and be safe!
Thank you for the information! Ive been to Lisbon, Sinatra, Cascais… my heart is still there after two years. Would love to explore this absolutely beautiful
country! I love everything I saw!!! Between the food, the people, cost of living… 💝 💝💝💝💝
Thank you for watching, appreciate it. We love mainland, all of Portugal is amazing. Take care! Saude!
Just discovered your channel and love your presentation and content. I so enjoy your demeanour, your peaceful, zen like, being. We are from Belgium and only been to Madeira which was a gem. Would love to visit the Azores soon as they look equally stunning and peaceful. I really hope you are right, stating that small, local business's will survive in the Azores. As no where, where big chain supermarkets, or for that matter all big chains, enter the local market, locals thrive. Or it must be so remote, no chain has an interest in moving in. Keep up the good work.
Thank you so much for your kind words, appreciate it. I think you should put Azores on your list of next places to travel too. The village mindset still exist here, small business will continue to thrive and grow here; in our opinion. Glad you joined us on our journey. Take care!
Really Enjoy your posts...I long to be there where my heritage is🇵🇹
Glad you enjoy our videos. Pico is waiting for you! Cheers!
My Family from Pico. I've been in Indonesia for many months, I must take some time in States before planning time for Pico. I will follow your journey, who knows one day we may share a bottle of vino in Pico🇵🇹⛰🐟🌎
@@moniquesilva8654 Sounds like you will need a bit of rest. Pico and wine sounds like a very good plan. Just reach out to us; we can meet in the village! Take care!
Thank you! Karen and I are very interested. We are planning to go out to Portugal for a while
We believe it will be an amazing experience; all of Portugal is worth seeing. Take care Guys!
great to see the videos, makes you feel like your there for a minute, keep it up.
Glad you are enjoying them Joao! It's nice to escape for a while! Take care! Saude!
We love you guys great video
Thanks so much for watching, glad you enjoy it.
Love you guys as well
Saude
The last time I was in Pico was about 17 years ago. The only thing new was the Hyper Market in Madelena. Glad to see more options & opportunities happening there now.
That is a while a go, time for a visit. More options in various areas of life! Cheers1
Heart breaking to see mega businesses putting more local shops out of business, lived around the world and seen it too many times. That is not progress for the long run. It will be privatized before you know it.
I know what you mean; seen it myself as well. At this point I think Pico can handle 1 large store like Continent; more would not be good. I also feel that the smaller grocery enterprise can still be successful. For example we shop in both types, including the small village markets etc. Take care!
Couldn't agree more!
That's why we all have to fight against corporations. They have already impoverished Southern countries by stealing their raw materials but now, taking jobs away from small businesses everywhere. Can you believe Canadian and American publishing companies want to even make money on the Philippines Education system by.putting local companies out of jobs and taking big shares of private school sytem?
@@thinkgrowhealthy2137 , you might fight it, but never win.., it's the programmed schooling which starts with it: you are never good as it is, and valued openly for others to see.
We do this equally at home, and is called 'the system of reward or punishment' you might recognize it for yourself?
So, it is not about fighting them..but instead fighting yourself. :-)
@@ThomiX0.0 u remind me of Alan Watts. Nicely said 👌
Very informative and useful! Thank you!
Thank you so much! Take care!
I love your videos, I really found this one informative. I wish however you had shared the cost of buying or renting a house. Keep up the good work!
Glad that you loved the videos Alan. We are actually working on a future episode on just that. As for renting long term basic property; average range starting from 250 to 500 euros per month. It will depend on the location, size etc. I have also seen rates 1500 euros and over; especially in Lisbon, Porto etc. As for buying; we are working on something and will share soon. Stay safe!
Great content! Love how you guys look so happy and relaxed. Is $2000/month will be enough for 2 people in Picos? I am from Texas and health insurance alone cost about $1500/month for us.
Thank you; it's a peaceful part of the world. For us $2000 is more than enough. Please keep in mind that for some people it might not be; especially if they prefer to go out often to wine & dine etc. I know a few couples that spend around 1000 euros per month; mind you some of them grow some of their food, have no mortgage etc.
Também sou do Pico e de Santo Amaro Gostei muito dos vossos vídeos! Vivo em Mississauga,e sou pai do Brian que falou consigo,ele nasceu aqui mas também adora o Pico! Abraço
Your cut looks great Carlos. Laura, great finds with your sweaters and the jeans. Excellent prices!
Thank you Sue! A lot of great clothing buys here on the island; quality is very good as well! Cheers!
Love the information! My wife and I are beginning to look at Portugal for retirement, though I think we’ll be looking at the mainland since I love motorcycles! Manitoba is -30°C today!! Sheesh.
We’ll be following along closely. Hopefully things come together for us!
Jesus - 30 . We definitely don't miss those crazy cold days. I think you will love Portugal for so many reasons; including riding a bike! Glad you are with us on our journey. Take care!
Hi guys, great videos.. beautiful scenery ..and the shopping price comparisons excellent
With level 3 Covid lockdown in SA ... this is a pleasant escape here in Cape Town warm regards
I love your videos, my dream is to move to Azores 🏝 one day.
Love the cost comparisons, enjoy your channel.
Thank you Michael! Cheers!
Yeah we had box store progress in the US. The death of old downtowns.
Excellent! Greg and I watched this and really enjoyed it. Great work.
You made my day Marisa! So glad you guys enjoyed it! Its a work in progress; we hope to keep improving it. Kiss for you and a slap for Greg! lol Stay safe!
Real nice information, love your videos.
I visited Faial and Sao Miguel in 2017 loved them both.
We could not make to Pico due to a powerful storm.
Glad you are enjoying our videos. You will have to visit Pico next time. Take good care!
Well put together video, haven’t been to Pico yet...though it’s definitely the next island. Just a few corrections if I can. The first elephant in the room is exchange rate. My wife and I retired early in the states, sold the house, and shipped the stuff to a house we purchased on Terceira. Dollar was $1.08 to the Euro, it’s been climbing for the majority of the last year, and is currently $1.20. That’s a loss of over 10% in purchasing power, without adding in the cost to move the money from my bank in the states to my account here.
Taxes...low property tax. Car tax isn’t bad either. Taxes on purchased items, 18% if it’s not local. 4% if it is.
Petrol...1.15 Euro’s/liter Diesel, gasoline is .20 higher. For westerners that’s $5-6 gal.
Cars...just know how to drive a stick
The people here are great. The meat, cheese, bread, fish, and wines are fantastic. Climate is good 7-8 months of the year, winter’s suck...not cold, just wet, windy, and rains nearly every day.
I bought into the whole “Portugal is low cost” before I moved here. It is To A Point. Just know that.
Really appreciate this; it's really good to know all this from someone that has experienced it first hand. Glad you enjoyed the video. Take care! Saude!
Keep up the good work! Lookin forward to come in April to the azores! Greetings from Switzerland
Thank you so much Phil; glad you enjoyed it. My cousin lives in Zurich! Take good care!
sounds good to me I want to go
See you on the island! Cheers!
Thanks for the info, very useful!!!
Thank you Uta! Glad it was helpful! Take care!
Great vedio again. Keep them coming..!
Thank you Island Life! More on the way! Cheers!
great Videos, keep.them coming!! your helping people very much! You seem to be a lovely couple!
good luck in all you do!
Thank you so much for the kind words. Take good care 7 stay safe!
You guys are amazing......though we already have a home in Azores..we live in U.S. like you Carlos I was born in Santa Maria Azores and emigrated to U.S. and husband is American, so therefore we go to Terceira island every year since we bought our home there in 2015, for the island is full of adventure, bulls and all. We are set to retire in one year's time to live there. We can actually see the tip of Pico on a clear day from our home in Doze Ribeiras. We have been enjoying your videos as we have gone thru the same things, we drink the same wines, he drinks red and I love whites..lol. We'll keep on watching, as we plan to visit Pico and surrounding islands as time moves on. We would love to meet you guys sometime, so envious of the time you spent there these last few months....but soon enough! God bless you........
Thank you so much for your kind words Maria; it means a lot. I still have to visit Santa Maria; on the bucket list. We always enjoy our visits to Terceira; I have a cousin that lives there. Pico is waiting for you! Take care! Saude!
Thanks! Nice video!
Thanks Rich; glad you liked it! Cheers!
What a GREAT Video. Good for you guys for having the guts to make that move!! We hope to buy you drinks this coming year!
Thank you so much for the compliments Jeff. It's a work in progress; just like life. Conquering our fears is part of it all. Drinks sound good! Take good care!
I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing.
Awesome; glad you liked it! Stay safe!
What an awesome video! Please make more. Retiring in the Algarve very soon 😊
Glad you are enjoying our channel! You will love the Algarve! Cheers!
Love your Vidios👍 🍾🥂Happy New Year from Denmark🇩🇰
Thank you so much Lars! Wishing you and your family an amazing 2021!
Very interesting and useful video! Thanks a lot! 👍🏻
Glad you liked it!
Really nice vid, very informative but unfortunately the music in between is way to loud.
There were some videos that had audio problems; we hope the latest videos are better. Appreciate your comment! Take good care! Feliz Natal!
Great video guys. Liked a lot. We are also planning to move to Portugal. We are a vivid traveler too.
That us awesome; glad you found our channel and that you are enjoying the videos. All the best in your move to Portugal. Cheers
Parabéns Carlos
Pela força ao comércio local que cada vez mais está se a perder para as grandes superfícies comerciais
Obrigado Paulo! Menos e Mais/less is more! No nossa opiniao! Saude!
Nice! Abraços daqui do Porto! 🇵🇹🙏
Obrigada!Abraco!
Fantastic
Thank you!
Thank you so much for doing this. My mother was born on Pico and my father was born on faial and I was born on terceira. I will be going to Pico in October to settle my parents affairs as they both have passed on I’d love to meet up with you have a lots of questions.
Thank you for watching, we really appreciate it Faial, Pico and Terceira; the best of 3 worlds. We can definitely meet up, if we're on the island. Take Care Anna! Saude!
Would love an update on costs, since the world has been hit so hard with inflation! Thanks!!🌞
The best health insurance in Portugal is MGEN (Advance CARE network)as they are the only ones that include pre-existent conditions. Fuel is less expensive in the islands compared to mainland Portugal.
I am since 6 month on Faial, beer is here also available in plastic crates with deposit much cheaper then the one way bottle,it costs 15 Euro for 10 ltr-
That is incredible; thanks for sharing Reiner. You just made me thirsty1 lol Take care! Saude!
Our gas tanks were like 5'5'' tall... and yes our electricity and water went out quite a bit.
Thanks for sharing! Take care!
Yeah, what a great video. I'm going to share it on Facebook. Although I don't have a lot of friends but it's still on the news feed so maybe you'll get some more subscribers. 😉
Great haircut too, your looking good for an older guy. Well you're not as old as me.
I'm coming to the Azores to stay for maybe 3 to 6 Months, what's up with the visa requirements ? Can I get a tourist visa by the month or longer ?
Glad you enjoyed it Brentl, appreciate you sharing it. If you stay up to 3 months, you will not need any special visas(all tourists can stay up to 3 months). Anything over the 3 months, you will need to apply for whichever is best suited to your situation. Here i sthe Gov't site re: longer stays/temporary residency visas etc. Best to go direct to the source. Take care!
imigrante.sef.pt/en/
Love ur shopping 😂🛍️
I'm buying a house,do I need a good lawyer?
We used an amazing Notary, did not require a lawyer. In some cases, you might need a lawyer. Cheers!
Hi, your vlog was great. I also plan to retire in Madeira or Pico Island. Can you please give some tips as to how I should proceed. Means how to arrange long-term accommodation etc. I will be great full.
Glad you enjoyed the video. Most people are considering retiring on the islands visit first. It's important to find the island and area of the island that suits. Maybe you can visit 2 to 4 islands and see if its for you. The best rates are in the off season between Sep to April, especially the long stays. I hope this helps! Cheers!
Burger King in Portugal? Nah, I will eat sadin and cod sandwich.
Definitely a better choice than a whopper Jun! Take care! Feliz Natal!
Foer sure!
Really enjoyed your video. How is transportation on the islands?
Glad you're enjoying the videos, appreciate it. All transportation modes are pretty good. Cheers!
God information, thanks👍🇩🇪
Thank you! Cheers!
Cool vid. Is the beef local? I'd imagine it's nice compare to to mainland meat. Also are property cheaper, more for ur buck on your island?
The beef from the Azores is probably the best in all of Portugal, from what I have heard. There is still some affordable property, if you have patience and flexibility! Take Mark!
@@ourjourneyonpicoisland-car552 thanks for the reply. I'm looking forward to calling down. Hopefully il catch up with u guys. Keep up the great work ur vids are very helpful. Lots of love from the UK 🇬🇧❤
@@markfitzy.86 We really appreciate your support. We can catch on Pico! Take care
HELLO. WELCOME TO MY COUNTRY, I'M FROM PORTO, NORTH OF PORTUGAL, I WATCHED IT CAREFULLY AND I LIKED IT, THEY MADE A GOOD CHOICE. THE PRODUCTS THERE ARE CHEAPER, THE MILK THERE IS STILL FROM NATURAL GRASS! THE FISH, THE DAY OF THE LOCAL WATERS, THE PRESERVES ARE MADE BY ARTISAN METHODS! I USE THE PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, FOR ME IT IS FREE AND I GET A DISCOUNT ON MEDICATION AND VACCINES ARE FREE ETC
Thank you so much for sharing this information. Saude!
Carlos só te falta um barbecue na rua para cozinhares o belo peixe é bela carne grelhada
E verdade Paulo! Estou a trabalhar mesmo nisso. Cheers!
Hi, but if you Need some particular product...Amazon will arrive there?
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We're glad you loved the videos. Cheers
How about physios and other health care providers? Medical doctors?Gyms? I went there back in 2012 and I found Pico beautiful but quite small. Thank you
Hi Patricia! You can find more things now; even a Burger King lol. There are gyms, mini spas, wellness providers/physios/yoga/nutrition etc. Health system overall still needs improvement; more doctors, proper and bigger facilities etc. The island is a good size; has low population,, a lot of nature and full of nature! Take care!
We both envy you two!!! Hopefully we will be doing the same as soon as COVID is gone!
The world is your oyster Jim; as they say. In our case; Portugal is ours! Start planning now; COVID will hopefully be gone sooner than later.
Enjoyed the video and the info...curious to know if you are both citizens? Carlos, I saw you were born in the Azores but curious to know there is a spousal residency card or do you stay under 90 days?
Glad you enjoyed our video Angie. I am a Portuguese citizen, Laura is Canadian; she had to extend her tourist visa. Laura will apply for temporary residence. We do have a video on extending her visa! Take care!
Just purchased a house in Calheta on Pico (Grandfather born there). Plan to stay there 3 months/year. What city are you living in? The new store with a BurgerKing (WOW!!)
Awesome! Calheta is a beautiful place. I am living in my family home in Lajes. In Canada we live in Oakville
The 2nd video of your I have watched, I find you have deep Canadian connections. Pretty hard for me to ever give up B.C.but once again wish I could be doing what you are doing.
Glad to have you on out journey. We have very strong Canadian connections; love the country. For is; it's the best of both worlds. BC is amazing as well. I hope you keep watching! Cheers!
Enjoyed your video - very informative. Will definitely watch your other videos. We are in Toronto now and thinking of coming to Azores in a couple of weeks, starting with a stay in Ponta Delgada using VRBO or equivalent. According to our research, there is no quarantine requirement for visitors to Portugal providing there is a negative test result within 72 hours. Wonder if this is true from what you know? We’re also trying to find out how long it takes to get results if we get the COVID test on arrival. Also, how easy it is to travel from one island to another in Azores? Appreciate any advice.
Glad you enjoyed our video Jane! You are correct; no quarantine unless you test positive. The testing is exactly as you say; just remember that you will still need to do a 2nd test on the 6th day from the 1st test. Not sure if you watched our first vlog episode; it touches on Covid19. We got our results within 24 hours. There are connections between islands; fairly easy . Stay safe!
Appreciate your prompt reply. We have watched your COVID related video and found it useful. With COVID, travel becomes so complicated but we are still planning for visiting Portugal and Azores in the next couple of weeks if no changes in restrictions.
Carlos & Laura which part of Portugal are you living and is there an Amazon, Cotsco and Walmart to deliver your stuff? I believe in convenience.
Hi Annie! I am on the island of Pico; one of the 9 islands of the Azores in the north Atlantic. People do order online; fairly quick delivery from what I here. A lot use Amazon and other larger companies. Appreciate your comment; take care!
@@ourjourneyonpicoisland-car552 then I will pay a visit there and check it out. As long as they have Amazon online deliveries that is good for me.
@@ourjourneyonpicoisland-car552 and thank you for the quick reply I am from Brooklyn, New York!
I hate that Burger King is there. What a travesty. The good news is that any Mom & Pop place will make a better burger, so, make sensible choices people. It isn't that hard to make a better product than a low end chain store.
I do agree with you Kiwi We always enjoy the smaller mom and places; usually the best food in town! Take care!
Can I get their insurance for the year even if not staying there more than 3 months? Let me say why. I may be getting a teeth appliance I don't have the time to get here before my trip and this is something I could work online with the doctor (maybe with checkups in another country) but then I ould get back for another month etc. I could probably just pay cash but thinking of the case I would need more teeth work.
Good question, unfortunately I don't have the answer. You are best to contact the insurance source directly. Go to the website of Santander. then click in the insurance area of safe care. Cheers!
What are the guidelines for bringing a pet on the islands from the states?
What about dental work or Doctor visit (if you don't have insurance). Also re hospitalization, just curious what would happen if you needed to go to the Hospital and didn't have insurance -- being Canadian (we're spoiled when it comes to healthcare as everything is covered by our taxes). Also is there a difference if you are Portuguese born but no longer a Portuguese citizen when it comes to Portuguese healthcare. Are you entitled to any free healthcare in Portugal?
We need to find out more about dental; waiting for covid to clear. National health care only for citizens; must have passport or other Id; as I understand it. You can also go to a Government site to find out more. Take care!
All these tropical videos and I see WIND, and lots of it. Is the wind 365 days a year? how about HUMIDITY? do you have months where you can't catch a breath? What the mean temperature dealing with that wind??
The answer its's not windy or rainy every day, I would say more in the winter. The average high summer temperature is around 29, with a breeze. Just keep in mind that you are in a very unique area of the planet and weather changes quickly. If someone wants a place that is always higher than 30, little rain or wind; you will have to go somewhere else. The Azores is all about nature, in all its power and glory. Tak ecare!
Hi Carlos my condo in São Miguel 800.00 taxas
Still less than my last condo in Canada, $2600'. My property taxes here on our Pico property is less than 300 euros. Take care!
Just a few comments on an excellent video. I have lived on the mainland for thirty years but have yet to go to the Azores. I don't think your groceries would be cheaper than on the mainland since everything packaged comes from there. I'm surprised they have a Burger King and a Continente there since the population on the island was 13,465 in the last census in 2011. I wonder how Burger King is doing. If you are paying 160 euros for annual car insurance, you are getting the basic coverage, which only covers third party collisions. If you have an accident and it is your fault, you will pay for your own damage. There is no tipping culture in Portugal. I am sure Pico is very beautiful and I do want to go there once the pandemic is over. As for an expat actually retiring there the difficulty of getting out presents itself. You have to fly or take a ferry and these are not that fast. Once you see the island, after a week maybe, then what do you do?. I prefer the mainland because I can get in my car and drive all over Portugal or go into Spain, which is enormous with so much to see. Or I can be at the French border at Irún in less than seven hours. In the Azores, if a storm comes in, and there are many, you are stuck.
Totally understand Roger. Islands or island life is not for everybody; especially if the reasons you mentioned are important. It really comes down to lifestyle and preference. Just a few things; very easy and quick to get between islands by ferry; especially the central group. We buy a lot of local Azores products; it's called marca Acores. We compare the cost of living more between Canada and here or Portugal as a whole. I guess you will be visiting instead of retiring here. Pico is waiting! Take care!
@@ourjourneyonpicoisland-car552 The name is Ray, but that's ok. Thank you for the quick response. Carlos, are you of Azorean descent? I know a lot of Azoreans went to Canada. When I was growing up in Novato, California (across the GG Bridge from SF) there was a colony of Azoreans in my town. This was back in the nineteen fifties and sixties. There was a Holy Spirit Society that met in the I.D.E.S hall and even an annual celebration put on by the immigrants and a Portuguese queen. At the time of course I had no concept of the Azores or Portugal. There were a lot of Azoreans around the area who worked on the dairy farms. We used to call one Portuguese person a Portuguee, stupidly thinking that Portuguese was plural so Portuguee must be singular.
@@rayvogensen2983 Sorry Ray! Yes I was born on Pico, moved to Canada when I was 9. I love both places; best of both worlds. Take care!
@@ourjourneyonpicoisland-car552 Ah, so that explains why you chose Pico. I told my wife that you were most likely the son or grandson of someone from the island, otherwise it would be rare for a Canadian to choose the island for retirement. I am glad you were able to go back to your roots. I have no roots myself so there is nothing to go back to. I have lived in several countries through my EFL teaching--Mexico, Brazil, and finally Portugal. I would love to go back to Mexico but not to Brazil because of the violence. At least in Pico your chances of getting mugged or held up at gunpoint are almost zero. Here in Chaves we can say the same. One final question. What happens to the locals
@@ourjourneyonpicoisland-car552 Aha, I was right. I had told my wife that you were probably the son or grandson of someone from Pico who had immigrated to Canada. It turns out that you were actually born there which is even better. Without that connection, it would be rare for a non-Portuguese heritage person to end up on Pico as they usually prefer Lisbon or the Algarve. At least you will never be mugged or held up at gunpoint, which is common in Brazil, where I lived for almost twenty years. I would never go back there. In fact a lot of my wife's relatives are thinking of coming to Portugal. One last question (I will have more in the future): I saw that there were three centros de saúde on the island, in Madalena, Lajes, and São Roque. But what happens if you get seriously ill, something that would require emergency treatment? Would they fly you to a hospital on a bigger island or maybe send a helicopter? As we get older it is comforting to know there is a hospital nearby.
Thanks for the informative video, really enjoyed it! Could you please give the name of the health insurance company? Thanks!
We're glad you enjoyed the video. We are getting ours through our bank; the name of the insurance company is Fidelidade. There are various options; depending on your situation. Cheers!
@@ourjourneyonpicoisland-car552 Thank you! We are planning to go to Azores soon. Highly appreciate information you have shared
@@1127Mikhail That will be an amazing trip. Make sure you spend at least 2 weeks! cheers!
dairy is surprisingly low in price. Pasta? as you get older, you're looking for FREASH pasta, not some dried bag of stuff you can't digest!!
You might have to go to Italy for that, that was the best country for fresh pasta, in my experience. You can also learn how to make it from scratch, just an idea. Cheers!
Amazon deliver ?
Oh wow a whopper , oh wow a burguer king ohhh wow
Wow! I thought it was weird also; but it's reality. How great life is on Pico Island! Cheers!
I wonder if the meat in the whopper is from local grass fed cattle or shipped in...here in California the meat comes from "downer" milking cows...that goes for most fast foods
I wonder the same thing; let me dig a bit. Stay safe George!
Better to own a house then rent? Thinking of moving to Terceira for the winter here in the US when I retire in the next couple of years. My Mother was born in Pico and then moved to Terceira and she keeps bragging about Pico:) great vids.
Usually is cheaper buying a house than renting.
Appreciate your information. I am from Canada too and thinking about an option to retire in Portugal. I have three cats.How much is the average rent for a two bedroom house. I prefer to live in the rural area.
Glad the information was useful Pam. I will be doing a future episode on Tourism; will include information on renting etc. You can rent a good quality 2 bedroom in a rural area starting at 500 euros per month. Take good care!
Our Journey on Pico Island - Carlos & Laura
Thankyou. Would you please be able to suggest some places with cheap rent?
Check these platforms, available in english: www.imovirtual.com/en/, www.remax.pt/en/, www.century21.pt/en/ and idealista.pt. Just tune it to your preferences
António F Thankyou, I will check this out.
I would never eat Burger King in Portugal...like seriously. You have way better food around you.
We eat Portuguese 99.999% of the time, best food in the world. We tried Burger King for the video, not too worry my friend. You haven't said if you enjoyed the video! Saude!
A burger king does not show progress does it?
We have all seen this, and like to escape from it..
It's the wrong kind of progress. We are most interested in the right kind of progress! Progress in protection of the environment, taking care of the animals, equality in the human peace, etc... this is the progress we want, looks like you want it as well. Take care Thomas!
Dear@@ourjourneyonpicoisland-car552 .., it's all in the system of programmed upbringings, yours as well as mine.
The system of 'reward and punishment' is still a system and takes it's toll, and our world is getting better and better in it, not taking care of the logic side-effects, greed is openly displayed..
I have seen it in the smaller towns in Luxembourg.., no shopping parents, no meeting people in passing by, not even children coming from school.
And every house a car..to go to the store which is really mega so to speak, some 20 km drive 'to get it all'.., leaving a socially crippled town behind.
There is not much of a choice here, so I will not buy a single grain of rice from a mega store, never ever in my time of life.
But hè, that's just me.., the only one I can change :-)
Enjoy the moment, thanks for your response :-)
@@ThomiX0.0 There is more and more thinking like you thank God Appreciate you sharing with us! Take good care! Saude!
Okay, Pico is a serious location for me to land. I need some honest answers about actually living on the island when I retire. I wont have money to hop away when the weather gets bad. Madeira island just had almost 80% of roads closed due to landslides from heavy rain just today.
How often are there earthquake s on Pico? How many months are cold and wet? Is there a good hospital on the island? I have so many questions about the Azores, and none of my contacts on the islands have been able to respond.
Do you have an email I can contact you by? Many thanks!
Hi Grace! We will be doing a more in depth video on living on Pico Island; a lot of questions on this topic. Here is my email. I can try and answer a few questions. Cheers
soares carlos64@gmail.com
I m in India 🇮🇳
What are the travel restrictions into Portugal and also into canada ?
Burger King can go not a fan of the fast food franchises. s how it all starts. The beauty of the Azores it’s people and local food.
Just avoid Pizzaria Alvernaz, the worst pizza I've ever eaten. A 45 minute wait for a disaster on a plate. Everything else on Pico is quality.
and the cost for the haircut?
The cost of the hair cut was 8 euros; also gave him a 2 euro tip. Appreciate the comment, take care Dan!
I like you your video and Portugal country and one help are you there work vacancy is Portugal I am very interested
As you have an residence in Portugal, arent you covered by Portuguese Nacional Health Service? Also you can REQUEST THE EUROPEAN HEALTH INSURANCE CARD, for free: eportugal.gov.pt/en/servicos/requerer-o-cartao-europeu-de-seguro-de-doenca-da-seguranca-social
That is correct; I just wanted to have extra coverage through a private insurance as well. I didn't know about the European health card. Thank you for the info; we appreciate it. Take care!
I am canadian thinking about living in the Azores when i retire i was born in Sao Miguel i was wondering if my company pension and cpp pension will be taxed can you give us some insight on how that works?
There's a tax deal between Portugal and Canada to avoid double taxing, so you'll just pay taxes in Canada. However, I believe you'll have to report your income to the portuguese tax agency every year, as every resident, but will pay nothing here (you must check that with a accountant).
@@antoniof9756 Thank you
Boycott the big international company,shopping at the local private store.
We always try to support the local village we live in. Cheers!
Continente will destroy local economy
A lot of people will still shop at there local place; I do. I hope this is the last big store to come here! Take Care!
Low cost living should not be more than $300 per month. Typicall wages are less than $1000 per month in most of Europe. I am not talking about 25% of ppl, getting more than that, but this is typicall wages for Millions of European. In regards of retired people in Europe, they get maybe $500 per month.
Can you address the language barrier if it was a problem for you?
Gross Burger King food !😱😰🫣
We had it once. Cheers
"the internet is pretty fast..." how fast exactly? (Mbps)
Not sure how fast; will try and find out! Cheers!
Hi ! I have a question. Is it true as a married couple the bank account is in the man's name? The women have no voice for land and bank accounts (if you are married)? Right now in Sao Miguel the banks are making the man the primary one on the land and the wife does not need to sign because they are just regarded as the wife... How is this possible in 2020?
Hi Marlene! I was not aware of this; pretty sure its not a law. I know married couples that have bank accounts and property equally. Cheers!
@@ourjourneyonpicoisland-car552 Thank you for the quick reply. I will check if it's the bank that is deciding this. I was surprised to hear that too.
@@marlenemmc2339 That is good that you are checking with the bank. I'm also going to ask my bank here1 Cheers!
I was in the bank the other day and I overheard that there is a main bank account holder. Not sure if it’s the male or female.
@@thecasandrabellashow3155 they make it automatic the husbands name! Ask Carmen
Burger King is not progress anywhere ! Terrible poisonous food!
I agree Bruce, not when it comes to places like Burger King. The big grocery store like Continent is more aligned with progress. Take care!
Did you really ?
Yes!