Love it! From one New Yorker to another, and one Gallego to another, I thank you for promoting and sharing my family's land and culture with the word. Enjoy!
Que bonita es mi Galicia, sus bosques y ríos salvajes, sus extensos pastos, su mar bravo y acantilados, su cultura y su música. Crecer con estos paisajes hace muy difícil salir de aquí y siempre la añoras. Precioso video 🙂
Welcome to Spain!! It’s great to see you promoting the northern and less known areas of our wonderful country. I live in Asturias… just a hop skip and a jump away from Galicia. If you have the time to travel across the North I’m sure you’ll find Asturias, Cantabria and Pais Vasco to be just as wonderful and enchanting!
Great video. Like you we moved to Spain 20 years ago….but up a mountain in Murcia in the South away from the tourists and very dry (no cattle, sheep or grass here!). We’ve visited Galicia often and love it there too…it reminds me of my native Wales (Celtic history, mountains, green grass and lots of rain). It’s a country full of contrast and so much nicer than the UK.
Hi guys ! Just stumbled across your lovely video from the region of Spain I love so much. I have a house not far from Ribadavia. Going there on the 20th of next month. Could be fun to meet up sometime ! All the best, Tom
@@JaneinSpain channel tunnel booked 5th April. Travelling down from Scotland in our Motorhome with our 10yr old son and Border Terrier. Galicia is on our list of places to explore, can’t wait 😎
Hi Jane, I have just founf your channel & am loving your videos . I have visited Galicia many times, mainly Santiago de Compostela, we also walked part of the Camino from Sarria to Compostela ...
Hello Jane, I really enjoyed both of your videos, we are a family in Manchester UK, my fathers family is from Pontevedra… I’m a fluent Spanish speaker due to my first marriage to a Chilano…I have never been to Galicia, but have a fantasy about moving there in the future, and living and learning in a different way as I grow older. I loved the poem about the wanderer, it really spoke to me…did you write it? Or is someone else’s work…I’m a therapist not a poet😉
Hi Tori! You really should plan a trip -- you're not that far away. Airfare within Europe is extremely affordable, dive in! The poem, "Wanderer", is by Antonio Machado, a wonderful Spanish poet. We'll share some more poems from Spanish poets in future videos. Thanks for your comment!
I was curious where you were living and I used my detective skills to find that you were living somewhere near O Pino, province of Coruña. Without you mentioning it I discovered by looking at the door of the bread van and then seeing the name of the baker, O do Marquiño. I am curious why you chose that area of Galicia. I know that it is very near the Santiago airport and Santiago itself. I have never been to O Pino but to Santiago many times, either to visit, take flights, or to pass through on our way to the coast, especially to our favorite little town, Laxe, on the Costa da Morte. I love the Galego bread but love even more our favorite dish, pulpo a la gallega.
Good detective skills, Ray! We moved here at the peak of the pandemic and decided to rent a place in the countryside while we figured out where in Galicia we wanted to settle permanently. We're still exploring. We love Laxe, too! Praia dos Cristais is one of my favorite magical little places. We got stuck on some winding village roads that were about the width of our car in Laxe once, that was exciting. We got a lot of tight-lipped stares from abuelas in their doorways, and had to do about a 45-point turn to escape. 😅
Where in Galicia do you live? I am very happy to have found your channel, beautiful scenery and beautiful filming and photography. We are planning to move to Pontevedra.
Hola Eda. We live in the countryside outside Santiago. How exciting that you are moving to Pontevedra! It's an absolutely gorgeous area. I hope all goes well with your move. Happy to answer any questions you may have. xoxo
I must admit that your videos are much better than other videos I've seen of Galicia. Coming from Southern California where it hardly rains, I know that it rains a lot in Galicia. And the beaches are too cold? Galicia also has a different dialect from the rest of Spain. The pros that I see in Galicia are the small town life where people are friendly, unique, fresh & delicious food and more affordable housing and land. What other autonomous regions have you looked at before settling in Galicia? And may I know why you chose to settle in Galicia vs. other regions in Spain?
We were more interested in a verdant, green area, so before moving here we explored Galicia, Asturias, Castile y Leon, Cantabria, Basque Country, Navarra, Aragon, and Catalonia. We didn't consider anything further south because we aren't interested in arid regions. And they were all beautiful! But Galicia spoke to my heart from the very moment I set foot here. I adore the coast and go often. The Costa da Morte is stunningly beautiful in any season. I'm not a lying on the beach kind of gal, so I can't really speak to that, but plenty of people enjoy the beaches in summer, in various stages of undress. Galicia doesn't have a dialect, it has a language. And with it, a very powerful cultural identity. It's really beautiful to see. Almost everyone speaks castellano as well, so if you have some Spanish you'll be OK. But really, if you want to move here, I would seriously consider being open to learning galego. It truly is the best way to begin to know these wonderful people and their beautiful history and culture. And yes, it rains a lot. we came from upstate NY, so for us it's a vast improvement over lots of snow and ice. We don't mind the rain, it's what makes Galicia so lush and green. And it also mirrors the Galician spirit, which is hardy and finds joy and appreciation amid struggle and hardship, as well as when all is beautiful and sunny.
For the past three years we have lived in the countyside between Arzua and Santiago, in the concello of O Pino. We are in the process of buying a house in Pontevedra, about an hour south. But all of Galicia is lovely, it just depends on what you are looking for.
@@JaneinSpain I have young kids so I’m looking for an area that will have more children and international schools. Are you restoring an older home? Congrats on your purchase. It must be exciting!
I thought I answered this the other day, but apparently I didn't. So glad you still make it back to Galicia periodically. It's good for the soul! What area are you from?
Oui les vaches adorent la musique, surtout la musique classique, mettez leur du Bach, du handel etc elles vont acccourir vers vous et ne plus bouger pendant des heures!!
They like the Hymn of Galicia! But the funny thing is that only the Holsteins are interested in the music. The native Galician breed has no interest at all. Their personalities are very different.
Hi Jane!! Where can we find Manuel's baskets? 😄 We live in Asturias, but my family is from a village in Pontevedra, so we travel to Galicia often. Thanks so much!!!
Hi! I have seen him selling baskets at a couple of local fiestas, like the Festa do Galo Piñeiro e Mostra Cabalar in O Pino, which will be celebrated this year on August 5th and 6th. You can email me if you're coming to the area and I will send you a google maps link to his workshop. The email address is on our ABOUT page. Gracias!
@@JaneinSpain thank you so much, Jane!!! I will email you the next time we head that way!!! We are really enjoying your videos, btw! Keep up the great job! 💙🤍
Just happened upon your Channel and I'm really enjoying it my family is from the Andalucia region of Spain two generations past I would like to ask just one favor while you're narrating this series could you please tone down the music a little bit sometimes it's hard to hear thank you so much... I love the photography I love everything about your channel I will continue to watch thank you so much and have a great life🙏
Love your videos, Jane! As a musician, I'm wondering if you miss living where there's a music scene... or are you able to maintain your music career from where you are?
Hi Nancy. Thanks for the kind comments. We moved here at the peak of the pandemic and live music was sharply curtailed. Just ramping up again. I haven't done a lot, but hoping that changes over time. I miss it! PS: Just shot a performance for Galician National TV earlier this week, it airs in September.
Muchas gracias por sus amables comentarios. Para nosotros lo más importante es que los gallegos se sientan bien con nuestros vídeos. Agradecemos mucho la bienvenida que hemos recibido aquí.
Hola y felicidades por tu vídeo! Me encanta como capturas el campo y forestas de O Pino. Soy vecina tuya en la aldea de A Brea. Me gustaría conocerte y tu crew! Llevo solo 7 semanas aquí y estoy encantada! Originally from Austin, Texas! Woohoo!
Looking to move to Spain and retire. One of my concerns is taxes. Being a American, I will always will have to file no matter where I live with Uncle Sam. I do know that there is a Tax Treaty btwn the U.S. & Spain but I wonder what amount of tax exposer will I face with the Spanish Government?
Your best bet is to consult a tax professional. When we factored in the amount we are saving on property taxes and healthcare costs alone, it negated the additional Spanish tax costs. But we are not wealthy, and you may have other considerations. Best of luck to you, and don't forget to factor in quality of life and what that is worth to you. Edit: I forgot to mention that where we live, groceries are 1/3 the cost of what we were paying in the US.
Detectó últimamente cierta agresividad y suficiencia en muchos jóvenes y no tan jóvenes, así como facilidad para el insulto gratuito. Hay que cultivar la paciencia, el mundo es variado y hasta los tontos auténticos tienen cabida en él, cuanto más los presuntos.
Gallego Leal, en España hay mucho Bienvenido Mr. Marshall "os recibimos con alegría" que critican y si pueden tiran piedras al del pueblo de al lado y se quieren independizar de él pero se desviven por el que viene del extranjero. Por algo mientras toda Europa estaban a tiros en la segunda guerra mundial, en España estaban dándoselos los unos contra los otros.
@@alehop9441 ahora vienen a inventar para que la gente de fuera pueda comer las miserias de esos estercoleros multiculturales cómo Madrid y Barcelona, yo jamás vi un restaurante vegano en Galicia, una casa rural y mira tú ahora fábricas no hay pero se ha puesto de moda Galicia y somos los camareros del noroeste.
Que falta de empatía y cuánta ignorancia!! Afortunadamente no hablas por todos los españoles. Aquí las personas de bien que llegan a nuestras tierras y se integran y aportan a la sociedad son bienvenidas!
@@lasslann7962 así es un inmigrante tiene que integrarse y si vive en españa habla castellano y sino lo quiere aprender porque no quiere integrarse que retorne a su país
Love it! From one New Yorker to another, and one Gallego to another, I thank you for promoting and sharing my family's land and culture with the word. Enjoy!
Que bonita es mi Galicia, sus bosques y ríos salvajes, sus extensos pastos, su mar bravo y acantilados, su cultura y su música. Crecer con estos paisajes hace muy difícil salir de aquí y siempre la añoras. Precioso video 🙂
Welcome to Spain!! It’s great to see you promoting the northern and less known areas of our wonderful country. I live in Asturias… just a hop skip and a jump away from Galicia. If you have the time to travel across the North I’m sure you’ll find Asturias, Cantabria and Pais Vasco to be just as wonderful and enchanting!
Muchas gracias, Sandra! Lo amamos aquí!
I did the same as you.
(Born here)
I left NYC after 30 years. Back in Vigo 10 years ago. Don't miss the big city at all.
We love it. Honestly, we miss the people back in the US but not much else.
Precioso reporte Jane, me encanta como has captado la esencia de mi tierra..😃😍
Muchas gracias, Xuxo!! Big hugs.
@@JaneinSpain a Big Big Hug!!😃
Bellas palabras y bellas imágenes. Galicia que hermosa eres. Saludos
Muchas gracias, JuanNito!
Gracias, Jane, por amar a mi tierra: GALICIA.
🤗💚🍀
I love this! Gorgeous scenery and expert and intriguing narration! Can't wait for the next episode.
👍 Excellent Video awesome countryside
Thanks so much!!! The kind comments we get are so encouraging. xo
Thanks for all you do Jane, these videos are quite amazing and continue to fuel my interest in my paternal roots. Thanks and please keep it up!
Gracias!! Just posted a new video on Galician fiestas. Now I'm going to sleep for three days. 😆 Jones and I hope you enjoy the new video. xoxo
@@JaneinSpain We did!
So here for this!!
Wonderful! I'm looking forward to seeing more!
I’m from Galicia but I don’t live there although I hope to go back in the future. I loved your video😁
Thank you, Pilar! I hope we see you back in Galicia soon. It is a little paradise.
You are so Cute! So happy to see your smiling face and love the video!
Muchas gracias, Amanda! xoxo
Great video. Like you we moved to Spain 20 years ago….but up a mountain in Murcia in the South away from the tourists and very dry (no cattle, sheep or grass here!). We’ve visited Galicia often and love it there too…it reminds me of my native Wales (Celtic history, mountains, green grass and lots of rain). It’s a country full of contrast and so much nicer than the UK.
Oh I can not wait!! You look fantastic ❤️
Gracias, Anja!
🎉🎉🎉 lovely videos ! I just found your channel, amazing editing job
Muchas gracias!!
Hi guys !
Just stumbled across your lovely video from the region of Spain I love so much. I have a house not far from Ribadavia. Going there on the 20th of next month. Could be fun to meet up sometime !
All the best, Tom
Hi Tom, just saw this for some reason. Reach out when you're in the area and maybe we can meet up!
Can’t wait to explore Galicia🙏🙏
Hi Simon. Are you planning a trip?
@@JaneinSpain channel tunnel booked 5th April. Travelling down from Scotland in our Motorhome with our 10yr old son and Border Terrier. Galicia is on our list of places to explore, can’t wait 😎
@@syncrosimon Wonderful. Enjoy! We're at the.jane.in.spain@gmail.com if you want to chat about your trip. ☺
Me acabo de encontrar con tu perfil, me encanta que trate de Galicia. 🤗✨🍀
Abrazos de una Gallega ❤️
¡Muchas gracias! Adoramos tu tierra. Te devuelvo un fuerte abrazo. xoxo
Hi Jane, I have just founf your channel & am loving your videos . I have visited Galicia many times, mainly Santiago de Compostela, we also walked part of the Camino from Sarria to Compostela ...
Hi Susana! Thank you for the kind words. Isn't a wonderful place? Next time you are here, message us, we can meet up for café o vino. xo
Just found your channel. Love your videos! I notice you haven’t posted in a while. I hope you haven’t given up the ghost and that you aren’t sick.
Bienvenida Jane a España y a a Galicia . Espero que la disfrutes . Yo siempre que puedo regreso allí
Muchas gracias, Santi. Nos encanta estar aquí, es un pequeño paraíso.
Hello Jane, I really enjoyed both of your videos, we are a family in Manchester UK, my fathers family is from Pontevedra… I’m a fluent Spanish speaker due to my first marriage to a Chilano…I have never been to Galicia, but have a fantasy about moving there in the future, and living and learning in a different way as I grow older. I loved the poem about the wanderer, it really spoke to me…did you write it? Or is someone else’s work…I’m a therapist not a poet😉
Hi Tori! You really should plan a trip -- you're not that far away. Airfare within Europe is extremely affordable, dive in! The poem, "Wanderer", is by Antonio Machado, a wonderful Spanish poet. We'll share some more poems from Spanish poets in future videos. Thanks for your comment!
Ahhhh I just met you in Santiago!! So cool!
What a pleasure to meet you! Enjoy your stay in beautiful Santiago. xo
I was curious where you were living and I used my detective skills to find that you were living somewhere near O Pino, province of Coruña. Without you mentioning it I discovered by looking at the door of the bread van and then seeing the name of the baker, O do Marquiño. I am curious why you chose that area of Galicia. I know that it is very near the Santiago airport and Santiago itself. I have never been to O Pino but to Santiago many times, either to visit, take flights, or to pass through on our way to the coast, especially to our favorite little town, Laxe, on the Costa da Morte. I love the Galego bread but love even more our favorite dish, pulpo a la gallega.
Good detective skills, Ray! We moved here at the peak of the pandemic and decided to rent a place in the countryside while we figured out where in Galicia we wanted to settle permanently. We're still exploring. We love Laxe, too! Praia dos Cristais is one of my favorite magical little places.
We got stuck on some winding village roads that were about the width of our car in Laxe once, that was exciting. We got a lot of tight-lipped stares from abuelas in their doorways, and had to do about a 45-point turn to escape. 😅
Hi Jane in Spain from Whiteybird the Rooster in New Zealand!
Hi Whiteybird! Cheers from Spain!
Where in Galicia do you live? I am very happy to have found your channel, beautiful scenery and beautiful filming and photography. We are planning to move to Pontevedra.
Hola Eda. We live in the countryside outside Santiago. How exciting that you are moving to Pontevedra! It's an absolutely gorgeous area. I hope all goes well with your move. Happy to answer any questions you may have. xoxo
Greetings from Arzua.
Greetings, Charly! We were just in Arzúa yesterday!
I must admit that your videos are much better than other videos I've seen of Galicia. Coming from Southern California where it hardly rains, I know that it rains a lot in Galicia. And the beaches are too cold? Galicia also has a different dialect from the rest of Spain. The pros that I see in Galicia are the small town life where people are friendly, unique, fresh & delicious food and more affordable housing and land. What other autonomous regions have you looked at before settling in Galicia? And may I know why you chose to settle in Galicia vs. other regions in Spain?
We were more interested in a verdant, green area, so before moving here we explored Galicia, Asturias, Castile y Leon, Cantabria, Basque Country, Navarra, Aragon, and Catalonia. We didn't consider anything further south because we aren't interested in arid regions. And they were all beautiful! But Galicia spoke to my heart from the very moment I set foot here.
I adore the coast and go often. The Costa da Morte is stunningly beautiful in any season. I'm not a lying on the beach kind of gal, so I can't really speak to that, but plenty of people enjoy the beaches in summer, in various stages of undress.
Galicia doesn't have a dialect, it has a language. And with it, a very powerful cultural identity. It's really beautiful to see. Almost everyone speaks castellano as well, so if you have some Spanish you'll be OK. But really, if you want to move here, I would seriously consider being open to learning galego. It truly is the best way to begin to know these wonderful people and their beautiful history and culture.
And yes, it rains a lot. we came from upstate NY, so for us it's a vast improvement over lots of snow and ice. We don't mind the rain, it's what makes Galicia so lush and green. And it also mirrors the Galician spirit, which is hardy and finds joy and appreciation amid struggle and hardship, as well as when all is beautiful and sunny.
Gracias de corazón, Jane.
A ti. xoxo
Ramon brings my bread too.
Hola, vecino!
@@JaneinSpain mi esposa y yo hemos vivido aquí durante 13 años. Vivo en Dodro.
That looks amazing! May I ask which part of Galicia y’all bought a home in? I’m currently researching various areas but there are so many :)
For the past three years we have lived in the countyside between Arzua and Santiago, in the concello of O Pino. We are in the process of buying a house in Pontevedra, about an hour south. But all of Galicia is lovely, it just depends on what you are looking for.
@@JaneinSpain I have young kids so I’m looking for an area that will have more children and international schools. Are you restoring an older home? Congrats on your purchase. It must be exciting!
@@terraGaliciaXXIV Please send an email, happy to continue the conversation there. You can find it on our ABOUT page. 😊
Im so jelous! I'm a galician living in London. Still visiting Galicia a couple of times a year and ejoying every single minute im there.
I thought I answered this the other day, but apparently I didn't. So glad you still make it back to Galicia periodically. It's good for the soul! What area are you from?
Oui les vaches adorent la musique, surtout la musique classique, mettez leur du Bach, du handel etc elles vont acccourir vers vous et ne plus bouger pendant des heures!!
They like the Hymn of Galicia! But the funny thing is that only the Holsteins are interested in the music. The native Galician breed has no interest at all. Their personalities are very different.
@@JaneinSpain hi hi hi !
Hi Jane!! Where can we find Manuel's baskets? 😄 We live in Asturias, but my family is from a village in Pontevedra, so we travel to Galicia often. Thanks so much!!!
Hi! I have seen him selling baskets at a couple of local fiestas, like the Festa do Galo Piñeiro e Mostra Cabalar in O Pino, which will be celebrated this year on August 5th and 6th. You can email me if you're coming to the area and I will send you a google maps link to his workshop. The email address is on our ABOUT page. Gracias!
@@JaneinSpain thank you so much, Jane!!! I will email you the next time we head that way!!! We are really enjoying your videos, btw! Keep up the great job! 💙🤍
@@Impartial.Observer Thanks so much! We are finishing up a new one TODAY. We'll upload it asap.
Just happened upon your Channel and I'm really enjoying it my family is from the Andalucia region of Spain two generations past I would like to ask just one favor while you're narrating this series could you please tone down the music a little bit sometimes it's hard to hear thank you so much... I love the photography I love everything about your channel I will continue to watch thank you so much and have a great life🙏
Thank you for the kind comments, Sonia. We'll keep your advice about sound levels in mind. We have a couple of new videos coming up soon!
3:33 There galician cows, they would answer it depends as good galicians.
😆
Love your videos, Jane! As a musician, I'm wondering if you miss living where there's a music scene... or are you able to maintain your music career from where you are?
Hi Nancy. Thanks for the kind comments. We moved here at the peak of the pandemic and live music was sharply curtailed. Just ramping up again. I haven't done a lot, but hoping that changes over time. I miss it!
PS: Just shot a performance for Galician National TV earlier this week, it airs in September.
Gracias por entender mi tierra, has ganado un suscritor por méritos propios. Bienvenidos al paraíso.
Muchas gracias por sus amables comentarios. Para nosotros lo más importante es que los gallegos se sientan bien con nuestros vídeos. Agradecemos mucho la bienvenida que hemos recibido aquí.
You in yourself..,
Just enjoy your introspective and own beauty.., ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
❤❤❤
Un abrazo! xoxo
Hola y felicidades por tu vídeo! Me encanta como capturas el campo y forestas de O Pino. Soy vecina tuya en la aldea de A Brea. Me gustaría conocerte y tu crew! Llevo solo 7 semanas aquí y estoy encantada! Originally from Austin, Texas! Woohoo!
Hola! So nice to hear from you, vecina! ¡Nos encantaría conocernos!
Is that your house at the end with the blue door?
No, I wish. That's The Marchesa, a gorgeous pazo near where we live. I think it might be for sale, but sadly it's definitely out of our price range.
Tu también eres gallega.
Galicia te ha adoptado.
Bienvenida
Este es el comentario más bonito que he visto en mi vida. Muchas gracias. Grandes abrazos.
Gracias por venir a España.
Gracias por darnos la bienvenida. Estamos muy agradecidos de estar aquí. xoxo
Looking to move to Spain and retire. One of my concerns is taxes. Being a American, I will always will have to file no matter where I live with Uncle Sam. I do know that there is a Tax Treaty btwn the U.S. & Spain but I wonder what amount of tax exposer will I face with the Spanish Government?
Your best bet is to consult a tax professional. When we factored in the amount we are saving on property taxes and healthcare costs alone, it negated the additional Spanish tax costs. But we are not wealthy, and you may have other considerations. Best of luck to you, and don't forget to factor in quality of life and what that is worth to you.
Edit: I forgot to mention that where we live, groceries are 1/3 the cost of what we were paying in the US.
Spain???!!!
Eucaliptos 👎
Gente de ciudad que viene a colonizar nuestra tierra
Y gracias a usted, ahora ya saben que en Galicia también tenemos tontos.
@@industriasyandanzasdeunper4821 Grandiosa y merecidísima respuesta.
Detectó últimamente cierta agresividad y suficiencia en muchos jóvenes y no tan jóvenes, así como facilidad para el insulto gratuito.
Hay que cultivar la paciencia, el mundo es variado y hasta los tontos auténticos tienen cabida en él, cuanto más los presuntos.
Gallego Leal, en España hay mucho Bienvenido Mr. Marshall "os recibimos con alegría" que critican y si pueden tiran piedras al del pueblo de al lado y se quieren independizar de él pero se desviven por el que viene del extranjero. Por algo mientras toda Europa estaban a tiros en la segunda guerra mundial, en España estaban dándoselos los unos contra los otros.
@@alehop9441 ahora vienen a inventar para que la gente de fuera pueda comer las miserias de esos estercoleros multiculturales cómo Madrid y Barcelona, yo jamás vi un restaurante vegano en Galicia, una casa rural y mira tú ahora fábricas no hay pero se ha puesto de moda Galicia y somos los camareros del noroeste.
Aprende español o marcharte a tu país, en España no nos gustan los inmigrantes que no se integran
No se preocupe, estamos trabajando muy duro para aprender español. ¡Estamos mejorando poco a poco!
Que falta de empatía y cuánta ignorancia!! Afortunadamente no hablas por todos los españoles. Aquí las personas de bien que llegan a nuestras tierras y se integran y aportan a la sociedad son bienvenidas!
Onde estam a viver ninguém fala espanhol. Minha avoa é vizinha desta gente agora e nom sabe falar o castelhano, também tem que marchar?
Tampoco nos gustan los tontos pero tenemos que aguantarlos.
Ti es parvo rapaz.
@@lasslann7962 así es un inmigrante tiene que integrarse y si vive en españa habla castellano y sino lo quiere aprender porque no quiere integrarse que retorne a su país