I wish more people would realize how short life is and that in the end all that matters is the adventures and memories you made along the way. I am happy for you guys, way to go!!!!
As Portuguese, it is mind blowing to think that someone living in Maui would move to Portugal, especially since so many people here want to move out. It really makes me appreciate more my country. Portugal is so rich in culture and nature, from the coast to the mountains. I wish you the absolute best and for sure I will be following you to keep up with your new experience. 😊
The one time i’ve been robbed was in the Algarve,Lagos, at knifepoint, by a gang of punks, because I mistakenly thought it was safe to walk around late at night in a resort town, so anybody who goes there, be careful.
@@anon8730 Mostly because of job opportunities and money. Portugal has amazing food, weather, nature, people.. but taxes are very high and salaries very low.
After 30 years living in Solo (small city in Central Java, Indonesia) where my big family lives, I assured my husband to move outside, he chose Bali. Now, as we turned 40 last year, we (& my 10-yo-daughter) will finally move to Bali on next September! New house, new environment, new adventure, new jobs. U only live once :)
I am Portuguese and it’s so amazing to see someone talk like that about my home country ! It’s makes me even want to go more and explore because I am really fortunate to have been born in this beautiful country. I got chills watching the video , makes me want to go where my heart tells me to go and not be so afraid of everything . Thank you 🤍
I am portuguese, too, and felt exactly the same! So flattered and delighted to see Portugal being so appreciated and I must admit that I was not expecting that Portugal would be the choice. I love Sophie's videos and felt specially inspired by this one and really fortunate for our home country 💚
Wow I did not expect this but I’m so excited for this new chapter in your life. I’ve never been to Portugal but it’s definitely on my list. I really hope you guys get all your paperwork to go 💛
Hi Sophie 🌸 Congratulations to you both on this exciting new adventure that awaits in Portugal 🎊🎉 In the meantime enjoy your time in San Francisco and other places you visit. Well Done to you both 📣👏🏾 And never apologise, you are practicing what you preach in that you are living life and being present, it is always a privilege to listen/watch the story and journey, even if you are sharing it weeks or months later. Stay safe and well 💖👑
I have visited Portugal twice. It's not that far, I'm European. But it was so great. The country is amazing and the people incredibly friendly. I think that Europe will resonate with your mindset a whole lot more than the US. Best of luck! It's gonna be great!
I just found your you tube channel. Maui has been my home since 1976. I just came back from a 3 week vacation in Portugal so I was pleasantly surprised to hear that this is where you will be moving to. I totally understand as I felt exactly the same way...I love it there for all the reasons you mentioned and more! I will be curious to see how you manage to do this as u.s. citizens. I didn't think it was an easy thing to do.🤔 If I were 30 years younger I would be doing the same thing! I love Maui but it feels so dull after experiencing the vibrant life in Portugal...the dining al fresco, the fascinating culture, architecture and people so full of life! Wishing you the best with your move. Aloha!🌈
As a Russian who moved to the USA 10 years ago to start a new life on my own - I can relate. It’s been a tough journey but with a lot of great things. And now I’m a US citizen thinking about “what is next” 🙃 Wishing you all the best!
I know that feeling when you travel somewhere new and feel at home... You even start to miss that place as if you are truly from there. Its powerful the connections we make as humans. Congratulations to your new chapter and on your journey, I look forwards to seeing how Portugal influences your growth 💚💚💚
Hi Sophie, I felt so moved by your words, I've been through many transitions as well, but always been grateful for changing and new horizons. Wish you the best in Portugal, lovely place! 💗
Wow what exciting news Sophie! I loved seeing and learning about Maui and I wish you, your husband and the furbabies every success on the next part of your adventure, I'm looking forward to seeing and learning all about Portugal in your upcoming videos ❤️
Omg ❤ me too I was Jaw dropped but knowing Sophie and knowing how intention she is when I saw her studying Portuguese in my head I thought like 🤔is she trying to move to Portugal? But it was a while ago video so I kinda forgot lol 😂 but ya that was a surprise 😲 lol
I'm portuguese and I'm so happy for you and to see the glow on your face when you talk about Portugal ❤️ I hope you can get the paperwork all sort out and I hope you can move soon! Congratulations, very excited for you 😍
I'm from Portugal and I follow your channel for quite a while and was fairly surprised when you said you were coming here! Great choice - 35oC degrees and sunny here today!
It’s so cool to realize that Portugal is so appreciated, even by those already living in paradise. I’m very happy for you and hope you enjoy Portugal even more. The best way to practice your Portuguese is of course by talking to locals. But you’ll soon realise that everyone will want to speak English with you to make you feel more welcome 😅. Have a safe journey! Hugs from Portugal
Wow!!!!! Congratulations Sophie. 😍 I was thinking about you these past few days wondering why you haven't posted on yt and ig. Now I finally see you life updates, it gives me relief and makes me so happy to see your transition and looking forward to your life in Portugal. God bless you and your family. 💖🙏
I came across this page by looking up self love videos on RU-vid and I found this page.. I am a new subscriber and I so far I have been loving the content!! It has inspired me to live more intentionally ❤️
Feeling very excited with your new moving , same time missing beautiful calm island life videos. Wish you and your hubby all the very best and much love to your lovly doggy friends ❤️
i knew something big was happening, this is so exciting! i've been to Portugal, and my parents cannot stop talking about how they want to move there when they become empty nesters. our fav parts of Portugal was the north city of porto and the southern parts like lagos! so excited for these new videos!
Oh wow!! This is amazing! You had a dream and a vision, and you made it happen! So happy for you! I moved from Canada to the U.S 12 years ago and haven't looked back! 😎😊 Hope the visas are approved quickly and wishing you safe travels! You are truly living life.
How exciting! And very inspiring! There are so many things I want to do in life and I fear that I’m starting to tie myself down. But if you can do it, so can I! Thank you, Sophie! I’m excited to see where our adventures take us! Much love! 🙏🏼💕
WOW!!! What a surprise! I'm ready for your new adventure 😁 that's so great that you have your husband whose also down to move. Pls don't stop posting on either channels. You're one of my favs 🌸💕
I could not be HAPPIER for you! Portugal is so high on my places to visit. I cannot wait to see a video of your adventures. Wishing you only the best. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
I lived on Maui for 23 yrs. it’s a beautiful place! That being said there are so many exciting places to see! I’ve been to Alaska and now Argentina. Enjoy your journey called life! Good luck 🍀
Congratulations, and I think this is great! As a wise person once told me, "Life is happens for you, not to you," so pursuing this new opportunity will undoubtedly be a great experience. I have a selfish reason, also, for being excited for you, as I am considering retiring in Portugal, so I look forward to your experience in the country. I don't have a lot of money and have been researching countries that have a good quality of life where I can live on the amount of money I will have, and Portugal always comes on the top 10 lists of places to retire. So, good luck, enjoy each moment and I have no doubt that you and your husband will be glad that you made this choice!
What a life! To have an opportunity to live in a paradise to another paradise! I will just live vicariously thru you! So this is why you were learning Portugese! Good luck and thank you for inspiring us always!
Hi Sophie! I'm just a new fan of your minimalist lifestyle and Maui's beauty. Well, it makes a little shock to me. But it's okay. I hope you both get healthy, fortunate, and joyful in your new home
Congrats for yours decision! Im portuguese, my name is Pedro and I live in Oporto. You will love Portugal...! You both will be very happy here! God bless you both!
Sophie! The best of luck! I understand the feeling of leaving a place you love behind, but like that quote you shared in one of your videos, “A ship in harbour is safe, but that is not what ships are built for". I'll miss those beautiful shots from Maui, though, but I'm sure you'll find some amazing sites in Portugal as well. Enjoy this new chapter of you life. 🥰
I wish you the best on your move to Portugal ! I look forward to more Vlogs from you and your experiences there. Thank you for posting this week. Take care.
Hii Sophie...i have been following your channel since last month....and started seeing your old videos..... your voice is soooo soothing.....its like meditation for me to listen to your videos....it makes me calm down in my life and think over those things which i really care for..... And Congratulations for this new chapter and new experiences of your life.
You are so right about living light, gives you more room to add more important things and concentrate on them, less distracted. Materialism breaks down, rusts, unravels, wears. I like your idea of renting things, I do that with Good will, I buy things at cheep rate and give it back when Im done. :)
Bem vindos (you will be, soon enough!) ! I love travelling but Portugal is... something else... The light, the food, it's just different. You'll love it here!
What an exciting time for you guys! So many new experiences are in your future! Portugal is an incredible country that we hope to live in one day. My wife and I followed a similar path to yours….sold everything, traveled the world, and found a new home in countryside Japan. We’ve been here 13 years and have been living a wonderfully relaxing and rewarding life. I just recently subscribed and love your ideas and approach. I’m looking forward to following your new beginning and thank you so much for sharing your life’s journey!🙏❤️
OMG! So so happy for you , happy because you are following what makes you happy! You are going to live close where I am from, Galicia, when you will be there you need to visit Spain and of course visit Galicia you are going to love it , the Atlantic Ocean is waiting for you guys! You will enjoy this weather and people , bem-vindos! Wishing you all the best in your new chapter. Hugs and love
I´m portuguese but i´m currently living in Denmark. Right before you said Portugal i thought that was Portugal and i just shed a tear. Portugal it´s a special place. I hope you enjoy it ❤
Hi Sophie, best of luck on your move to Portugal. I think you and you husband made the best decision to move to Portugal. My daughter is graduating high school next year and wants to move to Lisbon Portugal, so we will be taking a family trip next year after her graduation. Best of luck.
So exciting! Moving to Portugal will allow you to discover and explore all of europe! Although I thoroughly enjoyed watching all your Maui videos (and will re-watch them!) I can't wait to see your new life and adventures overseas!
So happy to know that you are moving to Portugal!! I'm Portuguese, I live in Lisbon, and knowing that a person that I admire so much chose the same country as mine to live in and that feels like home to you, is something that makes me really happy! I hope that all goes well, and that you, your husband, and your cute dogs are very happy here! 🤗🥰
Title had me like 😱😢 I’m so glad you had the opportunity to live on the Hawaiian islands, there’s nothing like it. I can’t wait to see your life develop in the new beautiful location 🇵🇹🫶🏽 how awesome 🥹 wishing you guys the best!
You are always an inspiration. I’ve always wanted to live abroad. For now my home is Oahu. May your adventure bring so many memories of love and laughter.
I've followed you for almost a year. Haven't been up to date in the recent months, though. My jaw dropped when you said: Portugal. "Wow!" I couldn't help but ponder what this could mean in the grand scheme of things when people find themselves in a similar situation. It's beautiful, inspiring, and amazing. All at once. Keep up the good life! The Malama life!
Wow!!! I’m shocked and was wondering what you were up to when your channel went quiet! So exciting! Thank you for continuing to share your inspirational videos with us on this journey! I look forward to your videos every week!
I am portuguese!! I have been your follower for a long time now and I am so happy that you have chosen our country to live in. It is really a beautiful country!! I am sure you will feel at home and that you will trully love it. 🤍
So happy for you and your husband! I appreciate you and your videos. They are meaningful and I use them to contemplate my own life and how I live it. Thank you Sophie. With deep gratitude ❤️
I left everything behind and I came to Portugal! It is the best country in the world! I am really happy for you and everything will work out and you will love living in PT 💚 Boa sorte 🍀
Thank^s for giving news. I'm very glad Portugal is a beautiful place , very hot but you know what it is and not problem for both of you , I wish you all the best in your new life
I already missed you . Nice to hear about your new adventure . Yes Portugal is a nice country . You did the only right thing to go where you want to go . We all should do so ! Including myself .
Wow!!!! I feel deeply in love with this channel. I understand that life is not a bed of roses but your journey tells us how we can become alchemists, transforming base metal into gold... Thank you so much for sharing your life. I'm just about to begin my lifelong dream of decluttering. Pray for me . 🙏🤗🌹🤗💞💞🤗
Honestly i wasn't expecting to see my country in here and i was =O I'm portuguese born and raise and it's so beautifull the way you talk about our country, how you descrube us and the way you want to learn more about it! I hope you get your visa and enjoy Portugal!
Thanks for uploading this.. I am in the midst of a stressful situation wherein I have to decide on giving up something, to give way to a something.. This video of yours is so timely..
I'm definitely going to miss seeing Maui in your videos. It makes me sad but excited at the same time. I have never been to any places outside our country so I'm excited to see Portugal in your future videos. All the best....
Aw lovely to see this! I am Portuguese living in London and have been following for awhile! Good luck you will love it! Hopefully one day I go back too ♥️
I thought at first that the video is going to be sad, but it's the opposite actually. I love traveling with my hubby and we've lived in a couple of different countries. So I know this feeling, it's an exciting journey!
I was really wondering and very worried since it's been almost 3 weeks ever since you uploaded your last video and checked your IG but no update of yours. Yet, when I saw this video, I was so happy and didn't expect you leaving Maui. Truly inspired by you to take risks and live the life that you truly wanted. 🙏❤️
