Our Toughest Year Yet!
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There may be more people doing Portugal videos but you two do them the best! My wife and I have chosen to go to Lisbon and Madeira largely as a result of your videos. We are going this May for my60th birthday so thank you for your excellent, informative and fun videos! Also my wife and I are both psychotherapists so good for you for taking good care of yourselves!!! We only wish you did tours in Lisbon and Madeira!!!!😊
Our thoughts and reflections are all over the place in this video. We pressed record and started talking, and I think this scatterbrain reflection of 2023 represents how aimless and increasingly hopeless we have felt over the past year. As we mention in the video, we are blessed and grateful for everything we have in this life. We are well aware how lucky we are to live on a tropical island with eternal summer, to have a meaningful relationship with each other and so much more. But one thing we have also learned is that everything is relative and that we, as humans, will adjust to whatever situation, we are in. Some of the most miserable people in the world are billionaires. How is that possible? They have everything in life, right? Well, I think money can contribute to a lot of happiness, but it doesn't buy it. In many ways, life is like that arcade game, Whac-A-Mole, remember? Each mole represents money, love, health, purpose, and even when you've whacked a couple of them, new ones pop up. Thanks for being our virtual friends - and some of you real life friends. We love you and wish you a wonderful 2024. Big hugs from us three ❤❤❤
Wish you guys a happy, healthy and super-successful 2024 :)
Thanks so much@@sidtrip1 ! We wish you the very same!❤
Here with you in Portugal, manifesting a more fulfilling and peaceful 2024 for all =) and not that you need a reminder but your channel does say VLOG so that in itself negates having to spend months on editing your videos just perfectly.... though you do a beautiful job of that, too!!! Let's jus say for me it is appreciated but not necessary. I will take ya however I can get ⛵ ⛵
True happiness comes from inside, not from external things. Once you have it you can be alone, sick, dying in a blizzard, and you'll still be happy. Chasing things can never bring true peace, as long as there is desire we'll always want more, which translates to never having enough. Once you find true happiness you'll realize you had it all along, there was never anything to desire. But I guess that's the fun part, creating suffering so we'll have an enemy to fight, battles to win, a game to play. Good luck with your game.
I love watching you two i think you make such a great team. I wish you all the sucess and congratulations and very well done to what you have achieved so far. I'm from Madeira living in Guernsey Channel Islands, wishing you a healthy and prosperous year
You are just lovely people. Tell it like it is and it will be a huge success.
Portugal is in a very complicated spot right now... Sadly I´m leaving and relocating to Denmark! And pleae dont forget , this channel is about yoursel and not about Portugal! We would gladly be around in your next adventures!
Always here , you are amazing and we love you for who you are. Thank you for loving my country so much. With love from Lisboa hope to meet you some day! Beijinhos ❤
I often think about the pressure to constantly create something new for the channel. It would be all pervasive. Personally, I think your content has gotten better and better. It is a challenge to guess what the viewers may want. My advice is to continue what you have been doing so well. Follow your hearts. You are both so creative and articulate. I love your fresh approach. Thank you for taking us along on your "journey".
I've been here from your early Portugal videos and I enjoy it more when you share about yourselves as individuals going through joys and struggles and exploring the world in your own personal way! When you show up authentically in whatever video/theme you're showing us - that's of beautiful Value!
Obrigada e beijinhos
Also remember that we watch you guys because we love you and not just Portugal.
Aww, thanks! Means a lot to us!
Couldn't agree more. Just live have fun and be yourself. We all have very rough times and it's OK and actually very brave to admit it. I do therapy on a weekly basis (online) and it helps a lot. Have a fantastic 2024. ❤
You guys inspired me to visit Portugal, which I now have done five times.
The things I loved about your videos was that you showed what it was like to live like a local! Showing the cool tiny spots, restaurants, etc., festivals and events, soccer games, rooftop bar views, Amelia, swimming in the ocean,. You were and are people that I’d like to hang out with .
JOURNEY, THERE I SAID IT! It really is. And the true "good thing" in life is the joy of living -- which is buried under all that trauma, pain, grief, shame, sorrow, anger, addiction. We all can get down through that layer caused by our lifetime of experience, and uncover the joy again. I'm doing it -- and know you guys will too! Bless.
We love all 3 of you . Watched you from the beginning and love all the videos . I have observed that there are so many people now vlogging about Portugal . However you have a special style . I am pretty sure these algorithms are influenced by the titles . Are you also growing your reach on Tik Tok too ?
I don’t know anyone who didn’t have a tough 2023. We are also experiencing global wars and displaced people. Lots of migrants moving around . Yes you are right ! So many changes and we have to keep changing . Sharing your lives using your sense of hunour and filming beautiful content is inspiring and makes me smile . Keep doing … keep showing us what you love to share with us . Have a progressive and abundant 2024. We are alive and that is precious ❤🎉😊. Love you all xx
rekindle your passions....dont hold the difficulties to tight, let it go.....dont over think share what makes you happy.....and continue to share what you love about portugal......and viewers will return....i have stuck with you and will look forward not back
Hi there, 2023 certainly was a bit of a negative year, not just in Portugal or Europe but globally. We have to have 'lows' on order to have 'highs' but you have to remember that nobody 'fails' until they give up, so don't give up, keep going and you will eventually succeed! Take care everybody!
I really like how genuine you two are, that is why I follow your channel.
Thank you so much!
Hya guys. We've been watching your videos for a while, but are totally getting what you are experiencing. Keep in mind there are no good years or bad years, just years. Life is neither fair nor unfair, just life. The secret sauce is what you make of what you have. You have each other and clearly are figuring out what works for you and what doesn't. For instance alcoholism is bad juju: get help and recover for the rest of your life!
With regard to a new vlog direction, become "good news" advocates, perhaps. Connect with people around you and share what makes them, and you, happy. Then do the same with strangers. Share stories, unburden yourselves. Sharing can be very cathartic. We love you and hugs from the USA. Perhaps we'll bump into you when we visit Madeira in April. Ciao.
I wish you all the best in 2024!
I am in Madeira right now and loving it. You truly live in a paradise.
FWIW, my favorite videos of yours are the ones in Canto das Fontes. Not just the place, but the vibe was great too.
I don't know many people who had a good 2023. Indeed, it was a challenging and heavy year for a lot of us, and that can resurface old traumas and pain, especially those we failed to address in the past.
Even though I'm not a RUclipsr, everything you said resonated with me. I lost myself last year and wondered so many times where I go from here. The funny thing is that videos like yours helped me find joy in everyday life. However, I noticed that RUclips (just like our lovely Portugal) is becoming oversaturated. And there are so many RUclipsrs that have picture-perfect videos, everything looks like a Paramount Pictures movie. Their lives seem ideal, even when they say they're struggling. That's off-putting for mere mortals like me.
So, I agree that you should be showing more of your everyday lives and struggles. The general audience is growing tired of polished lives and people who want to come across as regular people but their content works against them. We want to see the bad and the ugly to, honestly, feel better about ourselves. People, more than ever, have an urge to connect and find authenticity. Of course, I'm not saying you were coming across as fake or rich or whatever, but many RUclipsrs who make similar content did. So, just be yourselves, and don't bother trying to make every video visually top-notch. Raw and vulnerable content has become more rare on RUclips, especially after the pandemic.
Thanks so much for this input. Super valuable! We will be sure to keep a healthy balance between the funtivities and the serious. ❤️
We in the US are certainly very sick and tired of all the fearmongering going on here. We will just have to travel more, turn off the TV more. We have returned our cable box! We may need to move to another country one of these days, but probably not Portugal, though we love it too. Stay safe, classy and passionate! Thanks for your update
I, for 1, love watching you guys transform into more spiritual people. I also don't think its just you guys. There's a global shift going on. Either you fall prey to the consumerism lifestyle or you move on spiritually and recognize evil is manifesting and not let yourselves be consumed by it.
well, since you asked, 2023 was, by far, my toughest year also. Amidst many personal battles, I just lost both my stepfather and mother to cancer, and that literally blew me apart. It was such a challenging and exhaustive year, doing everything in my power in trying to save them, and only to lose it all at the end. Now, I'm overwhelmed with a profound sense of emptiness, lacking the strength or will to move forward. The pain is still raw; they passed away within a month of each other, my mother just a few days before Christmas. Apologies for sharing this, but it's been heavy on my heart...
I really hope you guys find joy in the videos to come; and may 2024 uplift your spirits, just as your videos have done for so many of us. Take care guys (and everyone in the community), and here's to better days ahead 🥂
Saying prayers & sending positive thoughts your way!
we’re very sorry about your losses! Things will get better. Trust in that! ♥️
I will admit that I found you guys because I was researching Portugal as a remote work destination from the US. But I stayed because I love your relationship and your sense of humor, and what fun you guys seem to have together. No relationship is perfect, but I think you guys are authentic and it comes across on camera naturally. So, no matter what your content is in 2024, I will be watching every video. I just want you two to just always stay together, keep loving each other, and also, please have Amalie on camera as much as possible because she is so gorgeous lol 😍
I thought your message was very clear and concise - and refreshingly honest. It is great that you honestly shared your frustrations of the never-ending pressures ( I imagine) of having to produce content on a regular basis.Maybe that your loyal regular viewers who have followed you from the get-go can 'sense' when you are not enjoying it anymore, and the pressure you feel maybe projects onto your followers. i loved this video because if you have insight intowhat is not making you happy, it is the first step to change. I will continue to follow you, and less production (although your productions were very professional and polished) and more of 'you' sounds good to me! Here's to 2024
Just a note of support for your videos on travel. I liked the Brazil and Mexico stories but by far the NYC ones were exceptionally good. I have been watching you for many years now, and enjoy your recent ones moving Joen's parents. My least lijed videos were the ultra luxury ones because I don't have a budget or tolerance to live that lifestyle (especially when others have need).
Hello!
I've been watching your videos since you lived in Lisbon (Saldanha). In my opinion, there are thousands of youtubers with excellent content and the competition is greater than ever, but what will set you apart from the rest is You! Of course it helps to have good cameras and drones, but if the personal component isn't present (what you like, what you do, what you visit, the difficulties and joys) those who watch won't relate to you, they won't "know" you.
I believe it's difficult to decide and separate what you want to show on RUclips and what is your private life, but for there to be a community of people who look forward to your videos every week, whether you're in Portugal or in China, the personal factor is the most important.
Hope you have a great 2024!
Loved your last video when Joen's parents were moving, was really emotional. 😘
I found you before our first trip to Madeira in August (now we're here already the second time!) and since then subscribed and stayed with you and watched all videos, not because of Madeira and/or Portugal, but because you're all 3 (Lara included) real fun to watch. Stay how you are, do what you think/enjoy and be authentic. All the rest comes by itself!
I am more drawn to personal videos than the overproduced travel videos that flood youtube (though your editing and filming do impress!) Your personalities, sense of humour, and ability to connect with people you meet are your strengths, so whatever you choose to make, let that shine.
We will be visiting our Danish relatives and Swedish friends for the month of June. Perhaps we’ll see you !! I like your ideas for 2024 and will look forward to what you produce
Echoing the sentiments of others here -- for me it has also been about WHO YOU ARE that made me a subscriber and why I keep coming back to your videos. I feel you, and something about your way of being in the world-- the questions you ask yourselves--resonates.
Here is to 2024: May it be all of our year.
I agree w/yall!! It’s best to stay away from the lying, fear-mongering media.
Bless you & your sweet family. Hope your folks have transitioned to their new home smoothly.
I was on Madeira before you and followed your videos from the beginning some years ago. Sometimes I missed a new kind of adventure the last year. Eating and drinking is fine, but maybe not enough. And I mean not a bigger hotel, a new continent, a new house - the little things are interesting, the people around you, artists, fishermen, etc.
You are a blessed couple. Don't think too much. There is so much war and poverty in the world. Make some Charity.
All the Best! Johann, Germany
Continue to be yourselves and your tribe will follow. Looking forward to seeing you enjoy 2024 authentically 🥰😘
Everyone looses their way from time to time - enjoy the ride - it's called life! I've always enjoyed you're honesty and videos. I'm sure it's not as easy as it looks but you seem to really enjoy what you do. I hope you continue and find new ground. Yes it's been a bloody hard few years and you're right that people are only now coming back from the pandemic... Go fourth and prosper.
2023 was definitely a chaotic year. And I feel you on the youtube channel - I took a 9 month break from mine (apart from a few livestreams) because I didn't want to do it as a burden and produce mediocre content. For your channel, though, I think your name embodies the kind of content that one would expect: how to live a classy life. So hope to see more of that vibe and yes to more raw and real content 🎉🙌
Thanks, Salma! Don't give up with your channel! :) ❤️
This is a topic that is very much on the pulse of society today. The world is in flux. Covid was a turmoil. The good news is that you guys are a breath of fresh air, entertaining and unique in your approach to showing us beautiful places and food. Waiting for the next masterpiece.
Hey guys!
Thanks for sharing your personal opinions :)
For me, personally, my favourite videos that you guys make are the random vlogs (especially the football ones), and, as I have seen multiple people write, I am subscribed to YOU and not only the best, most well-prepared, fancy, drone-shot-from-a-million-angles type of content.
Never forget yourselves - that's why we are here ;)
Take care!
I completely understand where you guys are coming from. 2023 was a very difficult year for everyone it seems. I enjoy your content either way. You don't always have to go for the big stories and wow shots. Learning about you and Amalie and your experiences is what I think draws you to your viewers. Your last video about helping Joen's parents move was so touching. You're a great son Joen! All the best in 2024!
I just want to say, that I've been watching you both since you first moved to Portugal. And was inspired by you both in so many ways. Gave me one of many pushes to move to Portugal a couple of years ago. Was inspired by the location that I wanted to move to based on one of your videos. I've been able to share my love of Portugal with my mum, in the hopes of her moving there too (which she does and wants to retire there). I have since moved back to the UK, but I keep watching you both, because of you guys. Because I think both of you are so entertaining, informative and most importantly honest. I can't help but laugh when you two have tiny arguments. And I can say that I don't follow or am emotionally invested in any of the other people that I have seen move to Portugal in the past.
Take it slow and enjoy your life and The new insight of a new start. Stay classy, not unhappy❤
Thanks, Anette! Means a lot! :) Happy new 2024!
I love the message of this video, and seeing the real you. You're onto something powerful Good job. 😍
Sending you a big hug. 2023 has been the hardest year I have ever had, so I can relate. I am also dealing with sorting through trauma and the mental and physical effects of this. I would be interested in more personal, healthy living and lifestyle pursuits type content. I have been watching you since the beginning and will definitely stay with you into the next phase of your channel. I was inspired to move to Portugal as a result of your channel and have lived here for a year now. The Portugal and travel content was great, but I think the new direction could be interesting and fun too! I say create what you are feeling!
I really admire your transparency, thank you for sharing. Best of luck to the both of you in the new year!
Hey guys, my favorite one and only couple from RUclips 😊 Sometimes the pressure we feel is the one we put on ourselves. These intimate videos also make you special, and you have the balls to open up like that here I tell you. My respect ;) all the best wishes for 2024 on a personal and a professional level 🙌😘
Here's my journey.... Was researching moving to Portugal and found your videos as a result... When you started to veer off that particular track I still watched every new release as your personalities and vibe was cool. It was always going to be a risk moving to Madeira as the travel videos would be limited but like you said in your video, downsizing the production and being yourselves would save you a lot of hassle. Keep up the good work guys x
I absolutely feel this!
Both of you can be very glad that you haven't been alone during the pandemic and also in general.
I've been through COVID without anyone and I'm without a partner since over 5 years.
My mental and physical health is also not looking good.
Let's hope and see if this will change in 2024.
That too shall pass! ♥️
Thank you, guys! Together with my partner, we learn a lot about Portugal from you!
Actually, spending this winter in the Algarve. Will plan Madeira for the next one, hope to see you there.
Do what makes you happy and is best for your mental health, keep true to yourselves and take care 🤗♥️
Such a wonderful reflection. It's important to realise that our priorities shift and evolve over time. Looking forward to see what 2024 will bring! May you be blessed with a sweet, healthy, prosperous and joyful year!
U go guys! Been watching u for years since my cousin retired in Portugal with her husband 5 years ago. This April will be my 6th time visiting. They bought a home up on a mountain outside mirando do covo 2 years ago. Happy New Year
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Wishing you guys a great 2024!
Yes, 2023 was a tough year.
In fact it’s being very tough, since Covid times.
But we have all survived, year by year.
And things are getting better and improving.
Stay positive, enjoy Madeira and things will improve.
I am amazed by your honesty and you need to take the strength from having survived the bad times and go into 2024 with new vision.
Força!
Um abraço 🇵🇹
I am glad you are doing this soul searching, it is very important.Your videos are very well made, but content is the most important element. Everybody likes stories, building empathy with others. Today, personal communication is so difficult, people need to express their humanity and following creators on RUclips is one way of doing it. We've been following you since you moved to Portugal and we root for your success as creators and as people. Go for it in 2024,cheers!
Hello again...
what I have forgotten, interesting for me too:
is on Madeira, maybe in the mountains, a place or monastery where you can make meditation for some days to find yourself?
Maybe it can help you to concentrate on the important things....
Johann
Wishing you both a very happy, healthy and successful 2024.
I want to thank you both for this very candid video. I really enjoyed it.
I have followed you two through your RUclips channel for the last 4 years or so. I loved watching your enthusiastic visits to different areas of Portugal. I also loved seeing you share your dreams and showing us your future home. I do know that that video had lots of negative comments and I feel you let those negative comments affect you too much and change what you put out in future videos.
I would like to say that we are building a home in Portugal (started in Nov 2021 and still not in our home either - new expected completion date is late March), we are still in the US and so we watch many RUclipsrs building or renovating a home in Portugal or elsewhere. Personally, i think you should put out content that you are passionate about, and your home and the build and move in is no doubt apart of that. Ignore the doubters, do what you enjoy and your views will go back up to what it used to be.
Personally I can't wait to see you guys move in and show how things in the new home work. Questions I have, how do you setup water and electrics with the câmara? How do you pick and evaluate internet provider? Do you have real or fake grass abs why did you choose one over the other. Be real show the ups and downs, the challenges and the wins.
Of all the RUclipsrs we watch and we follow at least 35 or so religiously, you are were our favorite but the last 12 months or so you seem to have last your vibe.
PS: I also love watching Amelia in the kitchen, I miss her channel videos too.
This is a long post but wanted to share my thoughts and thank you both once again for bringing me so much joy through your incredible drone footage, your take on life on Portugal.
Good luck in the new year. Lots of love to you both
Your portugal content and focus has been great! That being said, there is no need to pigeon-hole yourself ;) Great personalities, honest conversations and PASSION = great content. We have fallen for you both for you who are, not what you show. Know no limits & stay true to who you are now and who you may become. Happy 2024, good luck with everything and looking forward to seeing what's next
That was a sweet video, and I think you’re brave to be vulnerable and authentic on camera like this. Happy 2024!
We’ve been watching you two since you had around 8k subscribers. We’re always rooting for you and admire you both. Cliche but true about life being a journey. Always new paths to explore. You’re right. You don’t have to wow us. We love watching the daily challenges and triumphs of your lives. Cheers to you both.
Thanks for your amazing support and loyalty!
I have been watching you guys for years now. Just keep being yourselves, the fact that you are in Portugal is just a little added bonus as it's the land of my ancestors. Big love from Australia 🇦🇺
I think there were two or three things that led people away from watching more of your channel. The adventure of constant discovery, which is difficult to maintain, faded away. Your videos followed the natural evolution from this difficulty, which was the path of professionalisation to the detriment of spontaneity, as you mention. I personally missed the frequency with which you uploaded your channel in the beginning. I also miss the disappearance of the live sessions, which I used to enjoy even though I only watched them on a delayed basis.
And I'm surprised you haven't uploaded anything about New Year's Eve in Madeira, the Christmas lights, the fireworks, and so on.
I wish you three all the best and a positive 2024🖖🚯
Thanks for your kind feedback ♥️
Buffalove from Grand Island, NY❤❤❤. Your blog is fun, charming and educational. The two of you have inspired my wife and I to plan a trip to Madeira. And I plan to learn Portuguese as well. Keep positive vibrations as Bob Marley sang! In tough times you will overcome. Love Barry😊
You two are great! I’ve been with you for years and appreciate all you do. I also appreciate your thoughtfulness. 2023 sucked for many but 2024 will be awesome. I’ll finally lose my extra weight 🙂
Take good care!
I was touched by your video. I agree that 2023 was a challenging year, but I feel that I’m coming out of it with a new perspective on self-care and better expectations for 2024.
I think that many people would be interested in learning more about travel and unique self-care/healthy experiences in those locations. I know that being forced to go full steam ahead in the rat race of the office… has made me long for self-care when I travel. I personal love learning about things that the locals do to relax, eat and enjoy life. What do they do for self-care? What can they teach me? I think that it might at least be a nice segment to add/explore to your videos. (I know that it’s more easier said than done.) I think that if you are open and honest as you were in this video… that you will find your voice and creative passion again. Wishing you an amazing 2024 full of much joy, happiness and growth!
I think people see your content cause of you guys 😊
What about your other channels?
I think people are getting tired of all the travel content (been there, done that). But, there is only one channel with you two in it. That’s what makes it unique. I would prefer daily life- cooking, you meeting locals, going for walks, having a laugh together, hanging out with your parents, etc. :)
I think its about a nomadic lifestyle, that i like seeing from you guys. I'm Portuguese, but would love to see how's it like to live in places that eventually are nomad friendly or trying to discover them. Bali, for example, is completely exploited in this sense, but i wonder if there's gems out there to be discovered. Maybe even portuguese speaking countries, like "Cabo Verde"??
Either way , hope you keep doing content, love your vibe as a couple.
It can be super hard to pivot from one theme/audience to another, but there's always the possibility of having two channels. This is totally unsolicited advice, but I just feel like sharing this as I had the opposite experience in 2023. As a creator for the longest time I just kept tacking things onto my main project because it had already built up those views/subscribers over the years. Then I finally spun off one topic into its own thing and it couldn't have been a better move. It was scary to 'start from 0' but with the knowledge I had gained it was way easier than expected. Now I had 2 focused audiences...
I found your channel via your travel adventures btw. A video about, idk, finding a bird on Porto Santo is extremely watchable material to me. I'm less into the spiritual quest or big issue videos despite being really into your personalities. So maybe I'm one of those viewers that is messing up your stats which is screwing with the algorithm...
Hope you have a much better 2024 both in your creative and personal life :) I really enjoy your videos!
I do support you Guys and have been subscribed for a couple of years. We had a wonderful Portugal and Madeira vacation in 2021 mostly because of you two, (and want to go back). Yes, things change, but you have stuck together while figuring it out, so very good. So many have not and split up. Retired now with a new country about every 6 weeks. A week each in Paris and Marseille early February, then Ajijic, Mexico the next month. The France trip is STRICTLY about Croissants, French Pastries and Baguettes whose quality is not found here in Florida where we live. I think a good direction for your Channel would be to go to a Great City (European mostly) and focus on whatever they do best, maybe 1 per month. Paris certainly for the items mentioned, but also possibly Italy - Pizza and Pasta, Munich - Schnitzel, Sauerbraten and Beer, Switzerland - Fondue, Cheeses and Chocolates. You guys love high quality foods, so this is a natural for you, but also for your Subscribers. Then add to each city a few of their iconic landmarks. 'What is it actually like to dine atop the Eiffel Tower, Dinner on the Rhine (look at Le Calife 's boat). Tell your Subscribers they MUST go, "just stop this video now and buy a ticket to Paris, it's THAT wonderful". Do a 'Deep Dive' into each food item showing WHY it's so delicious in that city. In preparing for my Paris trip, I've watched almost EVERY RUclips video on Paris Croissants and French Pastries, how they're made, Bakers getting up at 2 am to produce what is actually Artwork. Amazing! OK, as I sometimes say to my friends, "No extra change for all this information, it's all included on your regular Monthly Invoice!!!!!!! Ha.
Absolutely understand your message. I will say 2023 was tough for me as well. I got fired in June for doing the right thing. Found another job in August, which just laid off 60 of us Friday. The ONE thing my wife and I enjoyed and was a positive , was our trip to Portugal. We watched your channel before going and we felt you both just have a good vibe. It meant everything to us to enjoy Portugal in April, and a sincere thanks for your information about the country. 2024, a new positive focus and start. Tons of folks admire you. Onward 🙏💪.
Basdost my guy. We miss you!
I do agree you need to enjoy, be passionate about what you're doing. It's the first key to success!
We wish you all the best for 2024 and look forward to all your vlogs.
Maybe you guys can rebrand "Stay Classy." I can see how it might feel that you boxed yourselves into being a travel channel focused on Portugal - and how it's becoming more difficult to differentiate yourself from the myriad of other channels offering a similar focus. My wife suggests that Amalie focus on the cuisine of the Iberian peninsula and interior design. Amalie and Juen, could you alternate between topics? Food isn't only about the food - it's wrapped up in the culture, history, and psychology of those who partake.
This is a great update, I am excited to watch as you both find your new focus and I wont be going away just because it is not about Portugal. I mean, it may have been the topic of Portugal that got me started with watching you guys but WHO YOU ARE has kept me here through all the different phases!!! Looking forward to this next manifestation =) BTW, I was really enjoying the cooking channel, will you do some more here? Cooking is hot right now!!!
Your story is very familiar; these Two books helped me, and I think you would really grow from: "How We Choose To Be Happy," By Rick Roster and Greg Hicks, and "The Daily Stoic," by Ryan Holiday. Your dynamic with each other is why people watch. :)
I still love your content but also agree I don’t care so much about high production quality, well until you miss it I guess 😂. I had a difficult ending of 2023 losing my best friend, my dog. I’m trying to get over it but I didn’t expect it to be so hard. I want 2024 to be more positive like you guys and am looking forward to your crazy life tubes, while increasing mine as well. Thanks for all the great content (ugly word) you have shared with the virtual community.
Thanks Robin! ❤ Sorry for your loss! We love our dog more than life, so we can feel yout pain! ❤
Wonderfully! do what you are passionate about, life is too short for anything else🤗
Well, you videos havent poped up on youtube so you might be shadow banned, I saw this one and realized it has been awhile since Ive seen you two, keep up the good work and if it pays the bills thats enough!
We’ve been telling ourselves that we have DEFINITELY been shadowed. How else don’t we get millions of views? 😂😂😂😂
@@joenandamalieI can vouch for this too! I used to always get your videos on my front page and recently I noticed I hadn’t seen one for a while, came to your channel and noticed I’d missed out on about 6 videos 😢
@@dxndenp1991 And you have all the bell notifications on?
@@joenandamalie yep!
Thanks for sharing your experiences with so much passion! 😊
Been here since the early days and I dont even care about Portugal lol so make videos about whatever you want in my opinion. Here for your personalities 😊
Thanks for sticking around, Kyle! Means a lot!
I’m an American living in Portugal. Danish mom. I watch your channel bcs of your vibes together. Plus Amalia is beautiful and classy with a great way of contradicting Johan. 😅 while you still see the love you share. Your strength is in how you relate to eachother. and express how u view the 🌎 . I’d watch any videos exploring any country. Lots of India suggestions here!!That would be a stark difference and maybe a new blast into a new direction. You have the spiritual aspect plus get to have a New Romantic adventure! ❤ whatever, I’m here🙋🏼♀️🎉🎉
Love you two !
We have followed you for years, and you have inspired us so much ❤️
We love your 'raw' vlogs the best your happiness shines through!
Can't wait for your next vlog! Here's to a happy, healthy 2024 😘😘😘
Good for you! Too many youtube creators make the mistake of thinking their viewers come back due to whatever content they choose, and change everythign to chase that. People come back because of the people doing the video -- you. Don't be contrived --- be you, and people will follow.
Good morning ☀️ The way the two of you are so silly with each other making jokes, silly comments etc is what I love about watching you. The rest is just good fun knowledge for when I come to Portugal. Working past something traumatic is hard. I’m working through something myself at the moment but each day I wake with a grateful heart and remember to see the good/beauty in all that surrounds me & most of all knowing that even when I’m going through the shitty shit it’s leading me to something better! Keep being you and showing & spreading love and love will continue to find you 💗💗💗
this was a beautiful video. honest and deep and raw.
I already enjoyed each one of your videos, but I believe if you make the new ones more "real", more raw, more "you", you will connect more with your public and we Will evolve together ❤ thank you for the courage of fighting the mainstream and the irrelevance
Have been watching you from the beginning, you guys are great! Great to know that you are real and vulnerable. Will continue to watch.
Amalie & Jamil, you are both great human beings, my wife and I have loved all of your videos and will always support you in everything you do. I believe 2023 was a difficult year for mistress people with the world and the politics changing everywhere. My wife and I have been planning on retiring to Portugal in 2-3 years but with the NHR going away and not having a tax break that comes with that visa, we have started considering other possible countries to retire to like Slovenia, Greece or even possibly Spain but Only in the 6 regions of Spain the have done away with the Death/Wealth tax, which is a deal breaker for sure, we like the fact that Portugal does not have the death tax, but with the NHR going away and no 10 year break on taxes, Portugal is no longer an option for us. We know that 2024 will be a great new year and a fresh new start for you and we pray for you both every day. Thank you for being a part of our lives and enriching our days with everything you share with you audience on all of your adventures. God bless you both and thank you Svetlana and Michael.
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I can relate to the frustrations and confusion when you don’t see the views you think a video should get. It’s that darn algorithm!!!
This video has definitely given me a renewed interest in your videos; you guys are real and there is a need for vulnerability and transparency in social media.
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From the way you guys are talking you'd almost think you had just murdered someone!! Go easy on yourselves, from what I can see you're not doing any harm! Seems to me like you guys are growing and realising that the deeper things in life are more important than the superficial things that tend to be pushed by society so much these days. Unfortunately the more superficial things tend to get more views, which is more a reflection on the society we are in than a personal attack on people who are making more meaningful content but maybe get less views. You guys are great and just have to be yourselves wherever that takes you! And btw, as a foreigner who has also lived on Madeira for a few years, it can be get a little strange living here after a while and although the people are good etc and Id never complain about them I think it's fair to say that everyone from abroad who has spent a decent amount of time here knows that Madeirans arent exactly the most warm kind of people with whom its easy to build deep connections, so it's easy to feel a bit isolated and having something of an existential crisis in a place like this where its like you've "got it all" but now what?! Anyway go easy on yourselves, you guys seem ok to me :)
I have followed you for a couple of years.
I have been really fascinated by the high quality of your videos.
But the main reason I follow you is.... you! Keep being yourselves, that will be your greatest success! :)
By the way, I'm going to the island for the 3rd time next week. Love Madeira!
I would love to hear about your challenges Amelia; I think a lot of people would appreciate and relate to it.
Well, about the decreasing number of visitors, it is a post-pandemic effect. I'm a blogger and in 2020 I noticed that suddenly I was having 100 times more visitors than usual. People confined at home wandered by the web much more. By January 2023, the number of visitors to my blogs returned to the usual before pandemic...
2023 very good for me 🤷♀️you have to creat your life the way u want not to look outside for validation , happy new year 🎆
Happy to hear you had a great year! You are absolutely right! Cheers
You have covered Portugal 🇵🇹 quiet well & gave enough content. We will watch new content, real life experiences & it doesn’t have to be all fun. 😊. The fact that you support yourselves & buy a luxury modern home from RUclips income & other miscellaneous projects teleworking is a huge success!
You guys are amazing. Keep doing what you love! Love watching your adventures and the light you bring to the world….
I think you deserve more views, subs and other things, because you did nice videos with huge quality
Thanks for your honesty! I can relate. I agree with the saturated “Portugal” market. It’s no longer a niche.
Great video... we all "get lost" sometimes. You guys will find your way in no time, just be yourselves. Happy 2024!
To quote Joe Dirt, keep on keeping on, and I’m sure 2024 will be great year for you guys.
I subscribed to your channel when you were doing Brazil and because it was authentic and raw. I think you have an opportunity to do Brazil (from an English speaking perspective) but also introduce the world to much more than Copacabana, Ipanema, Avenida Paulista, or Pelourinho or Barra. If you could transport your audience to Rio for example as a local Carioca (off the beaten track with regards to food, wine, beer, music, beaches and the local people) it would gain massive momentum.