Thanks for your input! To make it constructive, what do you consider real information? It's a serious question as I'd like to improve my future videos and provide more value to viewers like you. 😊
@@gabrielleangelica1977 Haha, yeah, it seems there's always a rush to leave a footprint in the comments, even when there's not much to add 🙃. It’s great to see engagement, but sometimes less is more!
@@gabrielleangelica1977 Thank you so much! It really means a lot that you noticed. In today's world, where everyone has access to the internet, it's easy for people to pick on even the smallest mistakes. I truly value constructive feedback because it helps me improve and make future videos better. And honestly, if someone needs to vent their frustrations, I'd much rather they do it in the comments than let it affect their real life. Thanks again for your kind words and support!❤️
Western Europe is dangerous as well. This rankings is prepared by westerners. I can ensure you that quality of life in Czech Republic or Poland is much higher than in Netherlands or Germany, so such a rankings are simply not credible, since they completely dont know central Europe. For example they are saying that some Europeans countries are tech hub, which in many cases is not true, but they didn't mentioned that for example Warsaw or Wrocław are a hudge tech hubs with hundreds of thousands software developer much better paid and better as a developera as well (polish developers are in world top 3 in most rankings). So don't Believe this, western Europe is declining, mainly because they allow unlimited migration from thrid world countries, which is not happening in Poland or Czechia. And believe me I have visited many western European cities, most of people from western Europe never seen any central European city.
Bologna is such an amazing choice! It’s the perfect compromise in Italy with its rich history, vibrant culture, and fantastic food scene. Plus, the cost of living is reasonable compared to other major Italian cities. The local community is incredibly welcoming, making it an ideal place for expats and anyone looking to experience authentic Italian life. If you’re considering moving to Europe, definitely check out Bologna! 🇮🇹✨
I stopped in Bologna driving from Florence to Venice and wished we could have stayed longer, or would have even preferred it to Florence. Such a beautiful city 😍
Here there is lack of Gdansk ( Poland) - city where ww2 started and where collapsing of comunism in Europe started.. (1970, strikes in 1980 year and signing of the „August agreements”by Lech Wałęsa with comunistic goverment yet at that time, it’s a pitty that it is skipped here. Gdansk this year (2024) is found as the best city to living in Poland according to survey, locals
Why always Amsterdam? It's a pretty nice city, but as a Dutch guy I think Amsterdam is overrated. The Netherlands also has other nice big cities like Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht and Eindhoven.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! The inclusion of Amsterdam doesn't mean other Dutch cities aren't worth living in. Cities like Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, and Eindhoven are also fantastic. Amsterdam has many benefits and is an awesome place too!
@@geoinsiderAmsterdam is the worst Dutch city. I live in the Netherlands and absolutely despise if I have to even go for the day. Expats (with lots of money) like it, but there are MUCH better cities in the Netherlands.
@@karenwillough180 I'm planning to study some months in the Netherlands next year but not sure which city to pick. Probably not Amsterdam. Where would you say you can find real Dutch culture and cool nightlife?
Where is Hamburg? With the big Alster Lake and close to the North Sea for sure the highest life quality in Europe for me personally as well as the most beautiful city in Europe that I have seen so far. I travel across Europe a lot because of work and always love to visit Hamburg.
@@nhallo7596 Thanks for sharing your experience! Hamburg sounds amazing, and I can see why it’s a favorite for you. With only 25 cities on the list, some great places inevitably don’t make the cut. Personally, Germany and Austria aren’t at the top of my list, but I totally get why they appeal to others. It’s all about finding what works best for you!
It seems there might be a mistake in the video. The footage of Kyiv's central square with the Ukrainian flag is definitely unrelated to the video about Sophia. Thanks for catching that!
To be honest I am Bulgarian and people hade our government which is pro ukrainian .It's because liberals usurp power and there isn't democratic elections, no matter what corrupt media says
Lisboa, as an American living there I can tell you that you need to add another 1000€ or more a month the rents have skyrocketed! The secret is out, lots of expats here now. Otherwise yes it’s great!
Thank you for sharing your experience! It's good to know about the rising rental costs in Lisboa. Despite the high demand and increased costs, it's great to hear that you still find it a wonderful place to live Nothing adds value like insider info, so thank you for providing that!❤️
@@louwade2654 probably when you have to pay for rent not if you have your own apartment i know few Portuguese guys who live in Toronto and they have their own places to live outside of Lisbon and they says that they can live with 600 euros monthly
Oh no doubt, if you live outside of Lisboa it way cheaper. If you subtract the cost of rental property and just look at the rest of the costs, Portugal is very reasonable. The government is doing what it can to mitigate the high costs of renting, because a lot of the locals are being forced out of their homes because of investors buying up properties and raising the rents, Air B&B is also another issue. I have a good owner who isn’t gouging me and I am in the process of buying a apartment, but I can tell you that housing is not as affordable as it was 4-5 years ago. All other cost have increased but it’s still way cheaper than the U.S.
Just a little "how to read'. Krakow (Poland) spelled as Krakov, while Wroclaw spelled as Vrotslav. Poland Citizen will appreciate if we spell their city names correctly 🙏
I understand what you mean, but to most English speakers what you wrote means something different. What you want to say is "Krakow is *pronounced* like 'Krakov', etc. And speaking of spelling Polish names correctly, it's actually "Kraków", which is pronounced "Krakuuff", and "Wrocław", which is pronounced "Vrotswav". I lived in Poland for two years teaching English and travelled all over the country. (And btw, saying "Krakow" is perfectly standard in English) 🙂
Don't be ridicoulus. Every language has their own pronunciations of places. Sweden is "Sverige" in Swedish...Do I expect Americans to say "Sverige "...of course not...
Very good video Thank you. Amsterdam is lovely and friendly..Very tranquil city But I'd choose Gotemburg to live..even more peaceful and charming not listed here. ❤
Thank you so much, @MariaFerreira-hg8bc! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Amsterdam is indeed wonderful, but Gotemburg sounds like a peaceful and charming choice. I'll keep it in mind for future videos. Appreciate your suggestion! ❤️
First channel to leave MALTA out of the list! Multicultural, its a party island, 100% English speaking, world class health care system, 25% of population are expats, agreeably some towns are overpopulated, no cold winters, rich in history, affordable, many online job opprtunities,
Hi @deejustdee4097, that's fantastic to hear! Berlin is indeed a wonderful city with so much to offer. Glad you're enjoying it there! Thank you for sharing your experience😊❤️
no, with schools with racist and xenophobic teachers, with an education system that discriminates against children from an early age, for example, they divide children from the 5th grade, at 10 years old, into stupid children and good children, those stupid ones do not have the right to learn and are taken away in schools where half of the school subjects that better children learn are taught, so there is discrimination between mittelschule and gymnasium or hochschule schools, the apartments in old buildings where it is full of dust and dirt and this in proportion to 75% of all apartments in Vienna with exorbitant rents of 700 euros for 1 room minimum and the salary that most earn is 1800 euros. the only plus is public transport and a few big hospitals like AKH, otherwise family medicine and specialty is dust
😂😂😂 In Athens with 1.100€ per month??? 600€ for rent, 100€ for power, 400€ to eat (pasta olny from the supermarket), no way to see taverns, beaches or theaters 😅😅😅 Only metro and bus you will see 24/7/365 😊
Hey Mike, I appreciate your input, but I’d like to clarify a few things. While I acknowledge the EIU rankings, they don't specifically cater to expats. My ranking is based on personal experiences and preferences. A different perspective doesn’t invalidate a review; it simply offers another viewpoint. Vienna may be highly rated, but I wouldn't recommend it as a place to live for several reasons: a challenging housing market, long, cold winters, reserved locals making it tough for expats to integrate, occasional unfriendliness in service industries, and a somewhat old-fashioned vibe. How long have you lived in Vienna? Have you had personal experiences there, or are you relying solely on the EIU report?
@@geoinsider Sir,as you correctly wrote,we unfriendly , old fashioned Austrians are glad that haughty Americans stay away, we have more than enough tourists already who are obviously satisfied as are the expats in Vienna
It is a ugly city with racist xenophobic drogs adicted people only public transport it ia ok .i live here for 12 years now and do not deserve to be in top. 75% of apartments are ugly old ,very old full of dust and rust with superexpensive rent from 700 euro up for 1 room and monat income is 1800 euro fir majority
This video should have never placed Prague and Dublin as affordable cities at €2000 and €3000 respectively. None of cities above €1500 should be considererd as affordable in 2024.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts but this video isn't about affordable or cheap cities to live in. It's about the best places to live. Some of these cities offer such a high quality of life that the higher cost of living is justified
Hi @valeriet5581! 😊 Yes, the Cost of Living figures do include rent They are based on a single person's perspective, so they account for the cost of a studio flat, which may not necessarily be in the city center The data is sourced from various online resources, so while I've done my best to provide accurate information, there might be some variations or updates since then I appreciate your understanding and hope this helps! 🙌
That's fascinating! It’s odd to see a bicycle traffic jam, but hopefully it will become the norm in more cities soon Did you get a chance to explore Amsterdam by bike?
@@geoinsiderIt was a bit odd indeed haha but totally normal I guess considering how many bikes they have in that city. They're everywhere. Yes, I went on a bike tour and I had to divert because of that jam :)
@@adriancaleanu That's an interesting experience! Hope you still enjoyed your bike tour despite the detour! I would love to experience Amsterdam's unique biking culture someday 🙂
Great video; thanks! I do have a question, please. Does the Cost Of Living include housing, or only for those cities that specifically say that it is included? Thanks!
@@margaretbaker1230 Sorry if the script was misleading! Yes, all the cities use the same metrics for comparison, including housing costs. However, the accommodation considered is typically for a single person and not necessarily in the city center. Thanks for asking for clarification!
Bro I’m from Porto and let me tell you, it is definitely not a low cost city. Depending on the house or apartment (normally a simple t1 without paint in the fucking walls) it usually costs 500 for a citizen, 1000 for migrants or 4000 for citizens and tourists. Also be careful with what you say in the streets, Porto is becoming the most violent city in Portugal.
Surprised that there is no city from the Netherlands. There are a lot of cool and comfortable cities here. For example, Amersfoort became the best European city in 2023. The video is more suitable for where you can go on vacation))
Talking about linguistic barriers is so stupid. If you move to another country you should learn local language. English is not the official language worldwide
@@narashivaya Learning a new language is definitely important, but it’s not always that simple. Not everyone has the time, resources, or desire to become proficient in a new language, especially for relatively short stays I’ve already learned Spanish, Italian, and Hungarian, and while living in Vienna for a year, I decided not to learn German because it didn’t fit into my situation It’s essential to recognize that everyone’s circumstances are different, and we should respect their choices
They mix nice for tourist and inhabitants. There are a lot of Europeen cities, not touristic but very nice to live and visa versa. Amsterdam is an example. Not nice for high middleclass with kids.
@@amirhosseinhosseinzadeh7627 It's really all about perspective, isn't it? Everyone's income and personal situation are different, so costs can feel higher or lower depending on individual circumstances. For example, in a place like Monaco, you can enjoy an outstanding quality of living, but it comes with monthly costs around $8k. The video was more about finding a fair balance between quality of life and costs, with a focus on the former. It wasn’t meant to highlight the most affordable cities to live in. However stay tuned! I'll be making separate videos on the most affordable cities soon, so keep an eye out for those!
@geoinsider You need to make a video that takes into account local salaries! Sure, Sofia or Bucharest are affordable compared to Oslo or Stockholm, but have you tried living there on a local salary? That's the real test!
Well, I understand that it’s not too much interesting in Warsaw comparing to other cities on Poland, but you added Wroclaw photos stating it’s Warsaw and don’t even mentioned Wroclaw in your rating. Not fair 😊
Thanks for pointing that out! I’m pretty sure the footage shows Warsaw, maybe in the background where there's focus on people... Also, don’t worry-Wrocław gets the love it deserves in another video! Check it out here: th-cam.com/video/535tDGBhBfo/w-d-xo.html Hope you enjoy it! Cheers! 😄
Whatever….they all are major cities, there so many other locations that make more sense. I don’t agree with a single one of them, except Bologna and Valencia. Look for smaller provincial cities for better quality of life….Berlin, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Stockholm, are you kidding?
@@vincemacri718 I think you might be missing the point-this video is specifically about cities, not towns. Cities are large, bustling hubs with their own unique energy. If you’re thinking of something smaller and more provincial, that’s more of a town, and this video doesn’t cover those. However, I might create a video about towns in the future. There are plenty of people who love the big city vibe, and that’s the audience this video is aimed at
@@ironfistarrival Great suggestion! I'll definitely consider adding information about how to obtain permanent residency and the conditions for it in each country in future videos. Thanks for your feedback!
@@SoumitraSarkar-jl3fv Barcelona is indeed an amazing city, but it's not one I would personally recommend for relocating. I've explained my reasons in detail in another video, where I discuss the impact of overtourism on the local residents. I highly recommend watching: th-cam.com/video/9r9Ba2rxNO8/w-d-xo.html
Low cost of living and low income. The best cities you will find in the countries up north in Europe where you find hig prices but also high salary in you should work for a living. If you go in holiday in low budget og have retired the story is different. Oslo, Helsinki, Stockholm and Copenhagen are the best without a doubt if you work for a living. All cities you will get a salary that will give you the possibility to travel the world. Yoy also get 5 week of paid vaication to go to all the beautiful cities in Europe og the rest of the world. If you work in a grocery store in most of the cities you mention your stuck in that city with the low salary.
@@RushAndy Thanks for the meaningless comment! Just to clarify, this video wasn't created by ChatGPT, but if you know how to make videos using it, then you must be really smart!
@@lucagarofani-ow8cl I think it's actually pretty cool that you can experience all four seasons in Madrid! Plus, it's all relative-after living in central and eastern Europe, 10-12 degrees in winter feels like nothing. But I get it, summers can be a bit intense!
Thanks for pointing that out! For some cities, resources are limited, but it's still better to include them rather than leave them out. Those who decide to visit will see how beautiful these places are with their own eyes
@@lemonid As my Polish (Warsaw-born) friend likes to joke, 'Central Europe is more of a cultural concept than a geographical one-we made it up so we could feel better!' Whether that's true or just Polish humor, I'll leave that for others to judge. And yeah, Warsaw prices are definitely on the rise, but for a capital city, it's still a steal compared to its Western counterparts!
@@geoinsiderwell, your Polish friend does not have to be right, right? Go Google ‘central Europe’. We are eastern neither geographically nor especially culturally (don’t have Cyrillic, Orthodox Church, oligarchs, bizantium style culture, etc). I’d say Eastern Europe is more of a political concept, dating back to Cold War times. A bit outdated, don’t you think? Regarding prices, I wouldn’t call Warsaw a steal. Sure, if you compare it to extremely expensive London or Paris. But make the same comparison with Madrid, Berlin or Rome and you’ll see there is not much of a difference anymore, sadly.
Thanks for adding to the subject of where to live in Europe as my girlfriend and I are looking for something more longterm, and I always study and watch these kinds of videos to the end! I've already lived in Denmark, Germany, and Poland for a number of years, so I mostly already know the drill of living in Europe, and language is not a big problem for me as I'm a language enthusiast and polyglot. As for "mistakes" that other people have mentioned, they're inevitable, but I didn't think there were all that many in your video. You probably noticed yourself that you had footage from Ukraine when talking about Sofia, Bulgaria (as evidenced by the Ukrainian flag!). Also, I found your pronunciation of "Florence" a little odd, as though you might have never had an Auntie Florence or heard of old-time actress Florence Henderson! And don't tell Polish people that Poland is "Eastern" Europe! That's Russia, and the Poles are not all too fond of the Russians! And for a city that was "left off", how about Istanbul? Our absolute favorite city so far, and on our short list of European cities to live in! 🙂 (And btw, the way you said Krakow is perfectly fine in English, but natively it's just a little different! 🙂)
@@tinabay2281 Thanks for sharing your opinion! Malaga is definitely a great addition, and I’ve actually included it in a video about the best cities to live in the Mediterranean. However, I’m not entirely sure Venice would be an ideal place to live-check out my video on overtourism for more details: th-cam.com/video/88UeqVuSGq0/w-d-xo.html
No way Bucharest and Tallinn have the same cost of living. My uncle, aunt and cousin live on 1500$, and while not comfortably, they do get by. Bucharest is not that expensive, 1200$ maybe only if you rent in the centre.
@@comrademightess9413 you can rent for as little as 150€ in Bucharest if you're willing to sacrifice either space or location, though at a price point of 250€ you have houndreds of options
Malaga is an amazing city, and that's exactly why I included it in my other video about the best cities to live on the Mediterranean. However, Madrid is my personal favorite, so I couldn't place it anywhere else but number one in this list. Sorry about that! I really appreciate your suggestion, though!
AI voice sounds like a disinterested ex high school letterman who now has to narrate travel videos. Every city “is not without challenges”, consider narrating the video yourself, this one was not engaging at all. Great video, but the narration made me leave in the middle.
Barcelona is amazing, but for me, it’s more of a great place to visit than to live. It’s definitely overcrowded, and you can feel that as a local too (at least that's what my friends say). 😊
Wow, what a fantastic video! "25 Best Cities to Live in Europe (Watch Before You Move!)" is incredibly informative and well-researched. The detailed insights into each city, from the quality of life to cultural attractions and living costs, make it a must-watch for anyone considering a move to Europe. The visuals are stunning, and the narration is clear and engaging. Great job on providing such valuable information in an engaging and enjoyable way!
no, with schools with racist and xenophobic teachers, with an education system that discriminates against children from an early age, for example, they divide children from the 5th grade, at 10 years old, into stupid children and good children, those stupid ones do not have the right to learn and are taken away in schools where half of the school subjects that better children learn are taught, so there is discrimination between mittelschule and gymnasium or hochschule schools, the apartments in old buildings where it is full of dust and dirt and this in proportion to 75% of all apartments in Vienna with exorbitant rents of 700 euros for 1 room minimum and the salary that most earn is 1800 euros. the only plus is public transport and a few big hospitals like AKH, otherwise family medicine and specialty is dust
@@rudy-yi9qg Debica was so close to making the cut, but technically it's a town, not a city. Don’t worry, though-when I do a video on the top 33 industrial towns in Lesser Poland, Debica will be a star of the show!
I prefer South America don’t like The cold, rain, mentality. Many Eastern Europe countries, don’t like colorful people. They are close to their Culture and not open to other cultures. Also some west European countries like Italy, Spain, Germany. I think the Netherlands are also close to their cultural, but some of them are open to other cultures.😮
1000€ in Cracow? 😂 If you share a flat with 3 other people and eat outside 1 a week so maybe. But hey! You can find new friends and learn how to cook 😋
@@kas8935 Actually, I've been checking out rental prices in Krakow, and there are quite a few places available for 1800 to 2500 PLN, which is under 600 euros. So you'd still have around 400 euros left for other expenses. The video focus on being a resident rather than tourist, and I think it's totally doable to live well within this budget Plus, sharing costs and making friends can really help stretch your budget further. And Polish people are wonderful-love them a lot!
@@derKaiser28 Thanks for sharing your perspective! It's interesting to hear different opinions on cities to live in. What do you appreciate most about The Hague, Groningen, and Utrecht that makes them standout compared to Amsterdam?
Are you serious? Athens is a living hell for residents right now
Disappointing......lack of real information & too much stock filler images that could apply to anywhere. Not worth the time.
Thanks for your input! To make it constructive, what do you consider real information? It's a serious question as I'd like to improve my future videos and provide more value to viewers like you. 😊
@@geoinsideri see that Van doesn't know...
@@gabrielleangelica1977 Haha, yeah, it seems there's always a rush to leave a footprint in the comments, even when there's not much to add 🙃. It’s great to see engagement, but sometimes less is more!
@@geoinsider You are so patient and professional.
@@gabrielleangelica1977 Thank you so much! It really means a lot that you noticed. In today's world, where everyone has access to the internet, it's easy for people to pick on even the smallest mistakes.
I truly value constructive feedback because it helps me improve and make future videos better. And honestly, if someone needs to vent their frustrations, I'd much rather they do it in the comments than let it affect their real life.
Thanks again for your kind words and support!❤️
Slovenia and Croatia are also affordable and gorgeous countries!
Slovenia is the best country in Europe.
I wish I was living in Europe. The USA is getting very expensive and dangerous places to live with lots of crime.
Western Europe is dangerous as well. This rankings is prepared by westerners. I can ensure you that quality of life in Czech Republic or Poland is much higher than in Netherlands or Germany, so such a rankings are simply not credible, since they completely dont know central Europe. For example they are saying that some Europeans countries are tech hub, which in many cases is not true, but they didn't mentioned that for example Warsaw or Wrocław are a hudge tech hubs with hundreds of thousands software developer much better paid and better as a developera as well (polish developers are in world top 3 in most rankings). So don't Believe this, western Europe is declining, mainly because they allow unlimited migration from thrid world countries, which is not happening in Poland or Czechia. And believe me I have visited many western European cities, most of people from western Europe never seen any central European city.
Granada Spain is lovely with loads of culture and history, and relatively low prices for almost everything.
I’m surprised Vienna is not in the list
Passt. Don't tell everbody😅
Beautiful but boring city
@@an-h9808N9t if you like opera lol.
It's not boring at all!
@@wolfsgames5004 because this video doesn’t match the topic announced
I was so surprised that there wan not any city from France
People in Madrid are friendly. You can enjoy many sunny days
Bologna is such an amazing choice! It’s the perfect compromise in Italy with its rich history, vibrant culture, and fantastic food scene. Plus, the cost of living is reasonable compared to other major Italian cities. The local community is incredibly welcoming, making it an ideal place for expats and anyone looking to experience authentic Italian life. If you’re considering moving to Europe, definitely check out Bologna! 🇮🇹✨
I lived in Bologna for 3 years and I can totally agree because it was really a great place for me
Yeah,Italy is a good place for living in Europe!
I stopped in Bologna driving from Florence to Venice and wished we could have stayed longer, or would have even preferred it to Florence. Such a beautiful city 😍
Here there is lack of Gdansk ( Poland) - city where ww2 started and where collapsing of comunism in Europe started.. (1970, strikes in 1980 year and signing of the „August agreements”by Lech Wałęsa with comunistic goverment yet at that time, it’s a pitty that it is skipped here. Gdansk this year (2024) is found as the best city to living in Poland according to survey, locals
AI script. It's all AI.. video is AI . Awful ..
Bro Athens is full of illegal immigrant and the rents cost around 700€ , very horrible choice to live
Why always Amsterdam? It's a pretty nice city, but as a Dutch guy I think Amsterdam is overrated. The Netherlands also has other nice big cities like Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht and Eindhoven.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! The inclusion of Amsterdam doesn't mean other Dutch cities aren't worth living in. Cities like Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, and Eindhoven are also fantastic. Amsterdam has many benefits and is an awesome place too!
True. Ámsterdam definitely is a fascinating city. But associating the Netherlands with high quality of life?
@@geoinsiderAmsterdam is the worst Dutch city. I live in the Netherlands and absolutely despise if I have to even go for the day. Expats (with lots of money) like it, but there are MUCH better cities in the Netherlands.
Which city is the best to visit?@@karenwillough180
@@karenwillough180 I'm planning to study some months in the Netherlands next year but not sure which city to pick. Probably not Amsterdam. Where would you say you can find real Dutch culture and cool nightlife?
Where is Hamburg? With the big Alster Lake and close to the North Sea for sure the highest life quality in Europe for me personally as well as the most beautiful city in Europe that I have seen so far. I travel across Europe a lot because of work and always love to visit Hamburg.
@@nhallo7596 Thanks for sharing your experience! Hamburg sounds amazing, and I can see why it’s a favorite for you. With only 25 cities on the list, some great places inevitably don’t make the cut. Personally, Germany and Austria aren’t at the top of my list, but I totally get why they appeal to others. It’s all about finding what works best for you!
Poland is in CENTRAL Europe.
Thank you for the clarification! Yes, Poland is indeed in Central Europe. I appreciate the correction 🙌
Yeah, just like Magdeburg.
Amsterdam is overcrowded
And overpriced. Other than museums, and theater, not much to offer.
The video about Sophia includes a few seconds of footage of the central square of Kyiv (Ukraine), where the Ukrainian flag is visible
It seems there might be a mistake in the video. The footage of Kyiv's central square with the Ukrainian flag is definitely unrelated to the video about Sophia. Thanks for catching that!
@@geoinsidersame for Valencia, there is a video part with Ukrainian advertising on a background, footage from euro 2012
To be honest I am Bulgarian and people hade our government which is pro ukrainian .It's because liberals usurp power and there isn't democratic elections, no matter what corrupt media says
You are right. I replayed it and found that the flag was from Ukraine 🇺🇦, not Bulgaria 🇧🇬
Lisboa, as an American living there I can tell you that you need to add another 1000€ or more a month the rents have skyrocketed! The secret is out, lots of expats here now. Otherwise yes it’s great!
Thank you for sharing your experience! It's good to know about the rising rental costs in Lisboa.
Despite the high demand and increased costs, it's great to hear that you still find it a wonderful place to live
Nothing adds value like insider info, so thank you for providing that!❤️
@@louwade2654 probably when you have to pay for rent not if you have your own apartment i know few Portuguese guys who live in Toronto and they have their own places to live outside of Lisbon and they says that they can live with 600 euros monthly
Oh no doubt, if you live outside of Lisboa it way cheaper. If you subtract the cost of rental property and just look at the rest of the costs, Portugal is very reasonable. The government is doing what it can to mitigate the high costs of renting, because a lot of the locals are being forced out of their homes because of investors buying up properties and raising the rents, Air B&B is also another issue. I have a good owner who isn’t gouging me and I am in the process of buying a apartment, but I can tell you that housing is not as affordable as it was 4-5 years ago. All other cost have increased but it’s still way cheaper than the U.S.
I remember at the ATM machine the cost to get you money was more expensive the han all the other parts of Portugal
Having not a single French city in the list is crime😭😌🇫🇷🇵🇰
Just a little "how to read'.
Krakow (Poland) spelled as Krakov, while Wroclaw spelled as Vrotslav.
Poland Citizen will appreciate if we spell their city names correctly 🙏
Thank you for the tip! Polish people are wonderful, and they definitely will appreciate spelling their city names correctly. Much appreciated! 🙏🙌
I understand what you mean, but to most English speakers what you wrote means something different. What you want to say is "Krakow is *pronounced* like 'Krakov', etc. And speaking of spelling Polish names correctly, it's actually "Kraków", which is pronounced "Krakuuff", and "Wrocław", which is pronounced "Vrotswav". I lived in Poland for two years teaching English and travelled all over the country. (And btw, saying "Krakow" is perfectly standard in English) 🙂
Don't be ridicoulus. Every language has their own pronunciations of places. Sweden is "Sverige" in Swedish...Do I expect Americans to say "Sverige "...of course not...
@@johanswede8200 Agreed, I also thought ilasceti was a little over the top with their comment... 👍
@@geoinsider In English you say CRACOW (just like Glasgow). The Polish name of the city ist KRAKÓW. Never say KRAKOV - it's good for nothing.
Very good video Thank you. Amsterdam is lovely and friendly..Very tranquil city But I'd choose Gotemburg to live..even more peaceful and charming not listed here. ❤
Thank you so much, @MariaFerreira-hg8bc! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Amsterdam is indeed wonderful, but Gotemburg sounds like a peaceful and charming choice. I'll keep it in mind for future videos. Appreciate your suggestion! ❤️
First channel to leave MALTA out of the list! Multicultural, its a party island, 100% English speaking, world class health care system, 25% of population are expats, agreeably some towns are overpopulated, no cold winters, rich in history, affordable, many online job opprtunities,
I am Indonesian now living Berlin! I love it ❤
Hi @deejustdee4097, that's fantastic to hear! Berlin is indeed a wonderful city with so much to offer. Glad you're enjoying it there! Thank you for sharing your experience😊❤️
Vienna should be on the top
Cześć Mariusz! Vienna is indeed a beautiful city with a high quality of life! What are your favorite things about living in Vienna?
Vienna is beautiful but full of socialists, illegal immigrants & overcrowded.
no, with schools with racist and xenophobic teachers, with an education system that discriminates against children from an early age, for example, they divide children from the 5th grade, at 10 years old, into stupid children and good children, those stupid ones do not have the right to learn and are taken away in schools where half of the school subjects that better children learn are taught, so there is discrimination between mittelschule and gymnasium or hochschule schools, the apartments in old buildings where it is full of dust and dirt and this in proportion to 75% of all apartments in Vienna with exorbitant rents of 700 euros for 1 room minimum and the salary that most earn is 1800 euros. the only plus is public transport and a few big hospitals like AKH, otherwise family medicine and specialty is dust
@@geoinsiderno is not,it ia o ly for work eat sleep and so on ,maby Salzburg or another city but no Wien
😂😂😂 In Athens with 1.100€ per month??? 600€ for rent, 100€ for power, 400€ to eat (pasta olny from the supermarket), no way to see taverns, beaches or theaters 😅😅😅 Only metro and bus you will see 24/7/365 😊
not legit review.....VIENNA is the most liveable city for 3 consecutive years...
Hey Mike,
I appreciate your input, but I’d like to clarify a few things. While I acknowledge the EIU rankings, they don't specifically cater to expats. My ranking is based on personal experiences and preferences. A different perspective doesn’t invalidate a review; it simply offers another viewpoint.
Vienna may be highly rated, but I wouldn't recommend it as a place to live for several reasons: a challenging housing market, long, cold winters, reserved locals making it tough for expats to integrate, occasional unfriendliness in service industries, and a somewhat old-fashioned vibe.
How long have you lived in Vienna? Have you had personal experiences there, or are you relying solely on the EIU report?
@@geoinsider Sir,as you correctly wrote,we unfriendly , old fashioned Austrians are glad that haughty Americans stay away, we have more than enough tourists already who are obviously satisfied as are the expats in Vienna
Ok Where was Vienna?
It is a ugly city with racist xenophobic drogs adicted people only public transport it ia ok .i live here for 12 years now and do not deserve to be in top. 75% of apartments are ugly old ,very old full of dust and rust with superexpensive rent from 700 euro up for 1 room and monat income is 1800 euro fir majority
How come a city in France was not mentioned
Please make some effort to pronounce cities names correctly.
Wait, where is Wien and Malaga?
On 1:23 is not Sofia, its definately Kyiv, capital of Ukraine
I was also surprised, I wanted to write, but I see that there is already a comment)
but still it was nice to see Kyiv..
This video should have never placed Prague and Dublin as affordable cities at €2000 and €3000 respectively. None of cities above €1500 should be considererd as affordable in 2024.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts but this video isn't about affordable or cheap cities to live in. It's about the best places to live. Some of these cities offer such a high quality of life that the higher cost of living is justified
@22:29 hmmm AI doing narration? Florence was mispronounced...
Was glad to see Kyiv among top 25 places to live))) even though undercovered as Sofia
Antalya Türkiye is very affordable $ 1250. A month and close to lots of countries in Europa
Video from 2012 EuroCup in Kyiv 6:47 when he speaks about Valencia 😂
@@niyazifirat5634what would you say turkey is like in general ? it seems very gorgeous and rich in culture as someone who's never been
This list is OK...But Athens is a nightmare of a city...the traffic etc...And Athenians...Ask yourselves: "Are we really nice people?"
And Ljubljana, Slovenia? Ljubljana is missing for shure.
Very very beautiful.
Other than Prague, do these Cost of Living figures include rent? If so, what size flat? Some of your COL figures sound way too low for 2024.
Hi @valeriet5581! 😊 Yes, the Cost of Living figures do include rent
They are based on a single person's perspective, so they account for the cost of a studio flat, which may not necessarily be in the city center
The data is sourced from various online resources, so while I've done my best to provide accurate information, there might be some variations or updates since then
I appreciate your understanding and hope this helps! 🙌
Very good presentation, thanks
Thank you for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the video ❤️
In Amsterdam was the first time ever that I saw a bicycle traffic jam :).
That's fascinating! It’s odd to see a bicycle traffic jam, but hopefully it will become the norm in more cities soon
Did you get a chance to explore Amsterdam by bike?
@@geoinsiderIt was a bit odd indeed haha but totally normal I guess considering how many bikes they have in that city. They're everywhere.
Yes, I went on a bike tour and I had to divert because of that jam :)
@@adriancaleanu That's an interesting experience! Hope you still enjoyed your bike tour despite the detour! I would love to experience Amsterdam's unique biking culture someday 🙂
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Great video; thanks! I do have a question, please. Does the Cost Of Living include housing, or only for those cities that specifically say that it is included? Thanks!
@@margaretbaker1230 Sorry if the script was misleading! Yes, all the cities use the same metrics for comparison, including housing costs. However, the accommodation considered is typically for a single person and not necessarily in the city center. Thanks for asking for clarification!
😮😮😂 I'm surprised there's no Austrian city like Vienna or Salzburg (where the movie Sound of Music) wad filmed 😮😢😢😮
Madrid? I live in Madrid and I love my hometown. I think Madrid is unknown and underrated.
@@carmenpalacios8416 Madrid is number 1 for a reason. It's an amazing place with amazing people. You are so lucky to live there!
Bro I’m from Porto and let me tell you, it is definitely not a low cost city. Depending on the house or apartment (normally a simple t1 without paint in the fucking walls) it usually costs 500 for a citizen, 1000 for migrants or 4000 for citizens and tourists. Also be careful with what you say in the streets, Porto is becoming the most violent city in Portugal.
During the part about Sofia there is a photo of Kyiv, Ukraine.
Surprised that there is no city from the Netherlands. There are a lot of cool and comfortable cities here.
For example, Amersfoort became the best European city in 2023.
The video is more suitable for where you can go on vacation))
A great video! Thank you :)
@@baehongkim952 You are very welcome 🙌
Talking about linguistic barriers is so stupid. If you move to another country you should learn local language. English is not the official language worldwide
@@narashivaya Learning a new language is definitely important, but it’s not always that simple. Not everyone has the time, resources, or desire to become proficient in a new language, especially for relatively short stays
I’ve already learned Spanish, Italian, and Hungarian, and while living in Vienna for a year, I decided not to learn German because it didn’t fit into my situation
It’s essential to recognize that everyone’s circumstances are different, and we should respect their choices
Where is Austria?
Austria didn't make the list because it's not a city🙃
No Vienna or Barcelona?
Brighton gave me a good laugh. No way. And Zurich is way boring. Madrid was a good pick.
They mix nice for tourist and inhabitants. There are a lot of Europeen cities, not touristic but very nice to live and visa versa. Amsterdam is an example. Not nice for high middleclass with kids.
Well wasn't the video just "Vibrant culture with a lot of history but high cost of living" for all of the cities?
@@amirhosseinhosseinzadeh7627 It's really all about perspective, isn't it?
Everyone's income and personal situation are different, so costs can feel higher or lower depending on individual circumstances. For example, in a place like Monaco, you can enjoy an outstanding quality of living, but it comes with monthly costs around $8k.
The video was more about finding a fair balance between quality of life and costs, with a focus on the former. It wasn’t meant to highlight the most affordable cities to live in.
However stay tuned! I'll be making separate videos on the most affordable cities soon, so keep an eye out for those!
@geoinsider You need to make a video that takes into account local salaries! Sure, Sofia or Bucharest are affordable compared to Oslo or Stockholm, but have you tried living there on a local salary? That's the real test!
This list should be from the end first !!!!
... what about cities in France? I wonder. 🤔
so beautiful. too proud
God in your grace and miracle
Help me to visit this country ❤🙏
Na Wien, Strasburg, Paris? 😮
Madrid is a great city but the salaries are low & the cost of living high.
What about for retirement?
I prefer Vienna with the beautiful buildings.
@@fernandodomingosbento990 Thanks for sharing your opinion!
Well, I understand that it’s not too much interesting in Warsaw comparing to other cities on Poland, but you added Wroclaw photos stating it’s Warsaw and don’t even mentioned Wroclaw in your rating. Not fair 😊
Thanks for pointing that out! I’m pretty sure the footage shows Warsaw, maybe in the background where there's focus on people...
Also, don’t worry-Wrocław gets the love it deserves in another video! Check it out here: th-cam.com/video/535tDGBhBfo/w-d-xo.html Hope you enjoy it!
Cheers! 😄
Whatever….they all are major cities, there so many other locations that make more sense. I don’t agree with a single one of them, except Bologna and Valencia. Look for smaller provincial cities for better quality of life….Berlin, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Stockholm, are you kidding?
@@vincemacri718 I think you might be missing the point-this video is specifically about cities, not towns. Cities are large, bustling hubs with their own unique energy. If you’re thinking of something smaller and more provincial, that’s more of a town, and this video doesn’t cover those. However, I might create a video about towns in the future. There are plenty of people who love the big city vibe, and that’s the audience this video is aimed at
Those are really beautiful city.
@@Country.teller Thank you!❤️
You forgot to mention about how to get permanent residency and their conditions in each country .
Thanks .
@@ironfistarrival Great suggestion! I'll definitely consider adding information about how to obtain permanent residency and the conditions for it in each country in future videos. Thanks for your feedback!
I’m sorry but “Flor-a$$” is just too funny 😭
Haha, glad you found it funny! There's always a chance I did it on purpose to get some extra engagement. Thanks for spotting the Easter egg! 😂
İf İstanbul is not in this list, l will not believe in this videos. The bloger of this videos is not real researches
@@familmadatov4999 I have I clouded Istanbul and one more Turkish city in other video, have a look th-cam.com/video/eZan3OrEu8w/w-d-xo.html
Somewhere in germany. Munich?
Munich is Bavaria, not Germany ... 😇
The cosmopolitan city of Barcelona should have made it in this list.
@@SoumitraSarkar-jl3fv Barcelona is indeed an amazing city, but it's not one I would personally recommend for relocating. I've explained my reasons in detail in another video, where I discuss the impact of overtourism on the local residents. I highly recommend watching: th-cam.com/video/9r9Ba2rxNO8/w-d-xo.html
Wonderful share, liked it very much, thank you for all the info 👍
Thank you for your kind words! I'm glad you found the information helpful 🙂
Low cost of living and low income. The best cities you will find in the countries up north in Europe where you find hig prices but also high salary in you should work for a living. If you go in holiday in low budget og have retired the story is different. Oslo, Helsinki, Stockholm and Copenhagen are the best without a doubt if you work for a living. All cities you will get a salary that will give you the possibility to travel the world. Yoy also get 5 week of paid vaication to go to all the beautiful cities in Europe og the rest of the world. If you work in a grocery store in most of the cities you mention your stuck in that city with the low salary.
thank you, chatGPT
@@RushAndy Thanks for the meaningless comment! Just to clarify, this video wasn't created by ChatGPT, but if you know how to make videos using it, then you must be really smart!
weather is horrible in Madrid, cold freezing winters and hor schorching summers.
@@lucagarofani-ow8cl I think it's actually pretty cool that you can experience all four seasons in Madrid! Plus, it's all relative-after living in central and eastern Europe, 10-12 degrees in winter feels like nothing. But I get it, summers can be a bit intense!
Just like parts of USA..
This video sounds like a sixth grade essay. Kinda cringy
@@Prisonbull Even if it is, it's not as much as your nickname 🙃
1:15 It's Kyiv, Ukraine. 6:51 also Kyiv :D
Lol, I noticed that too
The footage of Bratislava is like 10 years old, which makes it deceiving in this video
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Thanks for pointing that out! For some cities, resources are limited, but it's still better to include them rather than leave them out. Those who decide to visit will see how beautiful these places are with their own eyes
Warsaw the heart of Eastern Europe? What? Last time I checked it was central. Also, affordable living? This is no longer true.
@@lemonid As my Polish (Warsaw-born) friend likes to joke, 'Central Europe is more of a cultural concept than a geographical one-we made it up so we could feel better!' Whether that's true or just Polish humor, I'll leave that for others to judge.
And yeah, Warsaw prices are definitely on the rise, but for a capital city, it's still a steal compared to its Western counterparts!
@@geoinsiderwell, your Polish friend does not have to be right, right? Go Google ‘central Europe’. We are eastern neither geographically nor especially culturally (don’t have Cyrillic, Orthodox Church, oligarchs, bizantium style culture, etc). I’d say Eastern Europe is more of a political concept, dating back to Cold War times. A bit outdated, don’t you think?
Regarding prices, I wouldn’t call Warsaw a steal. Sure, if you compare it to extremely expensive London or Paris. But make the same comparison with Madrid, Berlin or Rome and you’ll see there is not much of a difference anymore, sadly.
Thank,s from beautiful Budapest!Köszönöm!❤
Nagyon szívesen! Haven't lived in all the cities on that list but I spent two beautiful years in Budapest, it's truly an amazing city ❤️
Thanks for adding to the subject of where to live in Europe as my girlfriend and I are looking for something more longterm, and I always study and watch these kinds of videos to the end! I've already lived in Denmark, Germany, and Poland for a number of years, so I mostly already know the drill of living in Europe, and language is not a big problem for me as I'm a language enthusiast and polyglot. As for "mistakes" that other people have mentioned, they're inevitable, but I didn't think there were all that many in your video. You probably noticed yourself that you had footage from Ukraine when talking about Sofia, Bulgaria (as evidenced by the Ukrainian flag!). Also, I found your pronunciation of "Florence" a little odd, as though you might have never had an Auntie Florence or heard of old-time actress Florence Henderson! And don't tell Polish people that Poland is "Eastern" Europe! That's Russia, and the Poles are not all too fond of the Russians! And for a city that was "left off", how about Istanbul? Our absolute favorite city so far, and on our short list of European cities to live in! 🙂 (And btw, the way you said Krakow is perfectly fine in English, but natively it's just a little different! 🙂)
Can't find Florass in Italia 😊
I ❤ Madrid.
@@rsnankivell1962 That makes two of us 🙌🙂
Wenice Italy is missing, and Malaga Spain as Well. BUT its my opinion….
@@tinabay2281 Thanks for sharing your opinion! Malaga is definitely a great addition, and I’ve actually included it in a video about the best cities to live in the Mediterranean.
However, I’m not entirely sure Venice would be an ideal place to live-check out my video on overtourism for more details: th-cam.com/video/88UeqVuSGq0/w-d-xo.html
I wonder how on Earth Oslo didn't appear on this list
With so many amazing cities in Europe, there are always a few that might get missed. We'll definitely consider adding Oslo to next year's edition!
Dublin is very expensive 😢
cost of living per month is easily double what they say per month.....too musch B/S on the WEB.
No way Bucharest and Tallinn have the same cost of living. My uncle, aunt and cousin live on 1500$, and while not comfortably, they do get by. Bucharest is not that expensive, 1200$ maybe only if you rent in the centre.
I mean you can rent in Tallinn for 350-400€
@@comrademightess9413 you can rent for as little as 150€ in Bucharest if you're willing to sacrifice either space or location, though at a price point of 250€ you have houndreds of options
Majority is overtourismed ,just watched your video about than .😂
Author has no idea what's he is talking about.
No Vienna - what a shame!
I am Polish-American traveled to.most cities in Europe.
There is no place like VIENNA!!!
Malaga instead of Madri😅d
Malaga is an amazing city, and that's exactly why I included it in my other video about the best cities to live on the Mediterranean. However, Madrid is my personal favorite, so I couldn't place it anywhere else but number one in this list. Sorry about that! I really appreciate your suggestion, though!
Munich germeny best ❤
@@KrishnaMunde-dl8kp Munich is definitely a great city! What do you love most about it?
AI voice sounds like a disinterested ex high school letterman who now has to narrate travel videos. Every city “is not without challenges”, consider narrating the video yourself, this one was not engaging at all. Great video, but the narration made me leave in the middle.
What about Barcelona?
Barcelona is amazing, but for me, it’s more of a great place to visit than to live. It’s definitely overcrowded, and you can feel that as a local too (at least that's what my friends say). 😊
Wow, what a fantastic video! "25 Best Cities to Live in Europe (Watch Before You Move!)" is incredibly informative and well-researched. The detailed insights into each city, from the quality of life to cultural attractions and living costs, make it a must-watch for anyone considering a move to Europe. The visuals are stunning, and the narration is clear and engaging. Great job on providing such valuable information in an engaging and enjoyable way!
Boooo! Where is Vienna?!?
@golubovicm Vienna's so amazing, it didn't need a spot on this list to prove it😉
Ridiculous slip - but the whole thing is intended for los Gringos, who occupied Vienna yonks ago...
no, with schools with racist and xenophobic teachers, with an education system that discriminates against children from an early age, for example, they divide children from the 5th grade, at 10 years old, into stupid children and good children, those stupid ones do not have the right to learn and are taken away in schools where half of the school subjects that better children learn are taught, so there is discrimination between mittelschule and gymnasium or hochschule schools, the apartments in old buildings where it is full of dust and dirt and this in proportion to 75% of all apartments in Vienna with exorbitant rents of 700 euros for 1 room minimum and the salary that most earn is 1800 euros. the only plus is public transport and a few big hospitals like AKH, otherwise family medicine and specialty is dust
Where is Tallinn?
Hahahaha, mostly negative information. Romania is the only place i would consider. Looks beautiful, nice people, grate food and affordable.
Croatia is beautiful and safe cantry. I guess you don't know Europe that well
@@zenahowes6093 If you can’t handle someone having a different opinion without being rude, maybe you’re the one who doesn’t know much
Paris France and Geneve Swiss are my favorite city in Europe..........strangely......not being mentioned at all...sad
@@3916690 I appreciate your point of view and respect your opinion, but mine is just different. That’s okay for both cases. Thanks for watching!
Where is dębica
@@rudy-yi9qg Debica was so close to making the cut, but technically it's a town, not a city.
Don’t worry, though-when I do a video on the top 33 industrial towns in Lesser Poland, Debica will be a star of the show!
I prefer South America don’t like
The cold, rain, mentality. Many Eastern Europe countries, don’t like colorful people. They are close to their Culture and not open to other cultures. Also some west European countries like Italy, Spain, Germany. I think the Netherlands are also close to their cultural, but some of them are open to other cultures.😮
1000€ in Cracow? 😂 If you share a flat with 3 other people and eat outside 1 a week so maybe. But hey! You can find new friends and learn how to cook 😋
@@kas8935 Actually, I've been checking out rental prices in Krakow, and there are quite a few places available for 1800 to 2500 PLN, which is under 600 euros. So you'd still have around 400 euros left for other expenses.
The video focus on being a resident rather than tourist, and I think it's totally doable to live well within this budget
Plus, sharing costs and making friends can really help stretch your budget further. And Polish people are wonderful-love them a lot!
I don't get UK when they are not European as of 2020 ??
@@magentika They are not part of the EU, but the UK is still geographically part of Europe
@@geoinsider thanks, and I did enjoy your video!
@@magentika you are welcome and thank you for watching! 🙌
Amsterdam is a pure shithole nowedays in my opinion. The Hague, Groningen & Utrecht for instance are nicer to live in.
@@derKaiser28 Thanks for sharing your perspective! It's interesting to hear different opinions on cities to live in. What do you appreciate most about The Hague, Groningen, and Utrecht that makes them standout compared to Amsterdam?