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  • @frankalexander5401
    @frankalexander5401 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    The one thing the US Army taught me in my 34 years of service was to be situationally aware at all times and be prepared to take necessary measures to defend myself and my wife in the event crazies approach us.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Sounds like some great advice Frank Happy New Year! Cheers 🇺🇸🥂🥳🇨🇦

    • @frankalexander5401
      @frankalexander5401 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ThisIsOurRetirement
      Happy 2023!!

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cheers to a great 2023 🇺🇸🥂🇨🇦

  • @marthonic1
    @marthonic1 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just discovered your channel recently. First off, you two are just the bees knees and cute as a button ! We are fellow Ontarians. My husband will retire in 2024 and I have been off work for a few years now due to chronic pain. We are now in the throws of starting to look at what life will look like once he is no longer working. Appreciate all the topics you cover. As content suggestions, what are your thoughts about moving to be closer to grown children? Maybe a video tackling how you find the best flight and accommodation deals. Forgive me if you’ve covered these topics in previous vids and I’ve missed them.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Welcome to our channel when we retired early 7 years ago we did move 6 hours to be with one of our adult children and grandchildren, we had been living near our other adult child for a long time , it was also a cheaper area so our money went further in renting the apartment we live in . We wish you well with your retirement we have many videos that cover lots of topics of coming up to retirement and once retired. Have a great weekend Cheers 🍷🙂🌺🍺

  • @lizaroberts2954
    @lizaroberts2954 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wishing you both a very happy 2023!!❤❤

  • @sylviah2937
    @sylviah2937 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hello Tina and Norm. When the screen requests the ATM/Credit number, you can often bypass the request by pressing the enter/green key cap a few times. It is when you request cash back that you need to input the number. And as Tina suggested it is a good idea to cover the screen when inputting the number.
    I enjoyed the topic of discussion and thank you so much for sharing. 👍👍

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Your welcome Sylvia glad you enjoyed the video Happy New Year 🥳🥂

  • @bluewaveshows4u
    @bluewaveshows4u ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Hey Tina & Norm! ✌️😊
    Thank you for all your insights that you have shared on a variety of topics!
    Wishing you the best of life in 2023! May your lives be filled both with serenity and new exciting adventures!

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are so welcome! Happy New Year! Cheers Steve 🥳🥂

  • @nrs6956
    @nrs6956 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Verify then trust! Happy 2023.

  • @Pmjay00
    @Pmjay00 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Happy New Year! Really enjoy your videos and your sweet personalities. Introduced my sister and her husband to your channel and they often refer to "Norm and Tina" You are making a difference , keep it up!

  • @qwincyq6412
    @qwincyq6412 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I was given airtags for Christmas and they seem like a good idea to keep track of luggage, wallet, etc when travelling. Or even around home.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Sounds awesome Qwincy Happy New Year! 🥳🥂

    • @kp8740
      @kp8740 ปีที่แล้ว

      Definitely around the house. “Where did I put my &#$@% keys?” Tee hee.

  • @dianparrotta2118
    @dianparrotta2118 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Watching catch up with two favorite people!

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      So sweet we are so glad for you to join us Dian hope you have a wonderful New Year Cheers 🥳🥂🌺

  • @tonysomewhere5920
    @tonysomewhere5920 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hi Tina and Norm! I am currently in São Sebastião, São Paulo visiting family. Their house is about 1/4 mile from the beach. The food here, in my opinion, is better than Portugal. The prices for us is very good but not to the locals. I bought about 12 lbs of the best meat and sausage for about 34 dols. We are going to cook them on the grill tonight. Great information... I have learned few things today. Have a great New Year. All the best in 2023. God Bless you.🎉🥳🎈🥳

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Sounds great! hope you are having a great time 🇧🇷 Tony , we appreciate you watching and supporting us Happy New Year! Cheers 🇧🇷🥂🇨🇦🥳

  • @paulhunter6652
    @paulhunter6652 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Happy new year Norm and Tina! A very happy healthy 2023! Your scarf is beautiful Tina. Another great video with lots of wise travelling advice. VPN(virtual private network) are not recommended by many tech experts or myself. You can be blocked by service providers because they know that you are using a VPN in a foreign location. It may sometimes violate the sites terms of service even if not illegal. VPN’s can cause your computer to crash which happened to us. They can conflict with the security of a computers operating system or anti virus software. We uninstalled are VPN and if we wish to use it we simply reinstall the program. I don’t think VPN’s provide any additional security if other protocols are in place. They may work best for mobile applications.
    We also photo-copy our essential travel documents. Another tip is to take photos of all documents. We also e-mail copies/photos of all relevant documents(insurance, travel documents, passports) Multiple copies in several places for easy access if something goes wrong and you forget,lose or have something stolen. Enjoy your New Years Eve! Cheers. Paul and Helen

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for sharing Paul very interesting always a good idea for lots of back up paperwork Happy New Year! Cheers 🥂🥳

  • @darrylmcleman6456
    @darrylmcleman6456 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    All the best to you for the coming year! CHEERS from HERE! P.S. I was in Northern France last week thanks to a Y.T. video by Old Classic Car poster .He went from England to France (Normandy Beach) and took us Y.T. followers along

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      That is awesome! Happy New Year! Darryl Cheers 🥂🥳

  • @pamelalambe1356
    @pamelalambe1356 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your videos. Have a great year.

  • @dianparrotta2118
    @dianparrotta2118 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for your video! My son just visited me from Prague and we enjoyed Christmas and New Year together!!

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      That is wonderful we are so happy for you family is so important enjoy it while you can Dian Cheers 🥳🥂

  • @ricks3344
    @ricks3344 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The Drury Inn gives you breakfast and dinner along with 3 drink coupons 7 days a week but not that many locations. The dinners used to be hotdogs and such but now are very good. You don't go away hungry. Happy New Year.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes they do Rick we enjoyed all of that in Frankenmuth at Drury Inn Happy New Year! 🥂🥳

  • @rhonalinton337
    @rhonalinton337 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Tina and Norm, I love your videos and all the topics you shared with us. It's so refreshing to have these topics for us older folks, great job, keep up the great work.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome! Happy New Year Rhonda Cheers 🥳🥂🌺

  • @lindadorman2869
    @lindadorman2869 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    If you're looking for an exotic travel spot, I recommend Malaysia. My favorite city is Penang (Georgetown) for food, street art, shopping, nature reserves and warm island life, but other places are hidden gems too...Langkawi, Cameron Highlands, Kuala Lumpur, Kuching, Terengganu. Friendly people, very affordable, safe and English-speaking!

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for sharing Linda Happy New Year! Cheers 🥂🥳

  • @bernaclischurchill4463
    @bernaclischurchill4463 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have usually book a hotel which includes breakfast and have done so for many yrs. I also bring a food container & put the fruit which is included at breakfast and take it for lunch as a fruit salad to eat at mid day, instead a full lunch, and just pay for dinner, that also reduces the cost, as well.
    This is especially helpful if you are out and about touring around and don't necessarily want to stop. I usually just find a quiet place, sit and have my fruit.
    Ms. B. Churchill

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      That's a great idea! Happy New Year Bernaclis Cheers 🥳🥂🌺

  • @rosaannarilli4905
    @rosaannarilli4905 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Hi Tina & Norm, I have to say, you always give great tips and advice! I have learned so much from all your videos and hope to learn more in 2023. Wishing you both a wonderful 2023 New Year, all the best and take care, Cheers!👍👍

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are so welcome! Happy New Year!! Rosa hope it’s a great one 🥂🥳🌺

  • @suzannecuerrier279
    @suzannecuerrier279 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Happy New Years. Loving your videos. Hope to see lots in 2023.

  • @_czoo5568
    @_czoo5568 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    There are a lot of TH-cam channels of expats living in Thailand that show you can rent 1 or 2 bedroom condos on monthly basis for around $1,500 to $1,750 US with all the fancy amenities, pool, spa, gym. Its on my list of places to explore. Have a Nice New Year.

  • @connieandbobdavidson1202
    @connieandbobdavidson1202 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Happy New Year Tina and Norm!

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much Happy New Year! Connie and Bob Cheers 🥳🥂🌺

  • @goodearthpearl3243
    @goodearthpearl3243 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wishing you a blessed 2023 year

  • @martinman4540
    @martinman4540 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great useful tips as usual Tina and Norm. As an FYI, I use Norton anti-virus on my PC that includes VPN for free. Always buy when it's on sale typically around boxing day which makes it very cost effective. Just bought Norton 360 Deluxe for $24.95 which is for one year and covers 10 devices. Have a great New Year!

  • @davidroberts7996
    @davidroberts7996 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy New Year!
    May 2023 be the best ever!!!

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Wishing you a very Happy New Year David Cheers 🥳🥂🌺

  • @roblowry9457
    @roblowry9457 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Happy new year to you both. I'm optimistic about 2023 as hoping to take early retirement in the summer at the grand of age of 57. Your videos are very inspirational. Thank you for sharing.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s great Rob we were 58 and 60 when we took early retirement and have never looked back it’s the best job ever ! Happy New Year Cheers 🥂🥳

  • @abenawilliams6623
    @abenawilliams6623 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is so needed.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much Abena Happy New Year Cheers 🥳🥂🌺

  • @elizabethwollmann1099
    @elizabethwollmann1099 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Blessings in the new year ( stay healthy and full of joy ) ♥️🍷🇨🇦

  • @Raj-yr9gt
    @Raj-yr9gt ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Have a wonderful and safe 2023, Tina and Norm 😊👍

  • @barbiec4312
    @barbiec4312 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Happy New Year Tina and Norm. My brother spends a lot of time in Thailand and says it is very very safe and clean. People are super friendly and the food is great and inexpensive.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s on our bucket list Barbie Happy New Year Cheers 🥂🥳🌺

  • @vickielee9397
    @vickielee9397 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very informative. Thank you.

  • @4nshale
    @4nshale ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You have the most interesting and informative videos. I am in my late 50s and can see my retirement years rapidly approaching. Your videos make me excited about the future.

  • @amya108
    @amya108 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Happy New Year 🎉❤ Love your videos

  • @caroleanne8529
    @caroleanne8529 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent video. I always wondered about a VPN, but I also wonder if I can use my cell phone as a hot spot instead. Happy, happy new year. I hope it is filled with joy, good health and many travels. Thank you for all you do!

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much Carole Anne yes you can use your cell phone as a hot spot Happy New Year Cheers 🥳🥂🌺

  • @billyrock8305
    @billyrock8305 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Happy 2023! 😀

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Happy New Year! Cheers Billy 🥳🥂

    • @billyrock8305
      @billyrock8305 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ThisIsOurRetirement Safety tip - Never pick the phone from a number you don’t recognize. Always let it go to voicemail. If it’s legitimate they’ll leave a message. Also Google the phone number as many folks leave reviews on the number. Most unknown callers are scammers.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@billyrock8305 Great advice Billy 👍

  • @terryevp4084
    @terryevp4084 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tips. Many Thanks. Norm & Tina Wishing you both a Very Happy New Year....!!!!

  • @lovelyfish8053
    @lovelyfish8053 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy new year and see you next year

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      We will see you too next week and Happy New Year!!🥳🥂

  • @MA-cy7su
    @MA-cy7su ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for all your beautiful, informative and inspiring videos. I am looking forward to more in 2023. All the best for the New Year 2023.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are so welcome! Happy New Year! Cheers 🥂🥳🌺

  • @jennyjames808
    @jennyjames808 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Would love a follow up video to hear if you found which was more economical. Self catering or hotel with breakfast. Love your videos❤. Here’s to wonderful adventures in 2023!

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Great suggestion! we are hoping to do that Jenny on our next trip we wish you a wonderful New Year Cheers 🥳🥂🌺

  • @clivelangham435
    @clivelangham435 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you. Best wishes for the new year.

  • @betsyr4724
    @betsyr4724 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Omg I had no idea great ATM tips. Thanks. Happy New Year 🎊

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it was helpful! Happy New Year Betsy Cheers 🥳🥂🌺

  • @Dutchy-1168
    @Dutchy-1168 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have a safe and healthy New Year ‼️‼️🇨🇦🇨🇦🎊🎊

  • @geraldmilligan493
    @geraldmilligan493 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wishing you both a very happy and healthy new year. Looking forward to our Saturday meetings I. 2023. Carol & Gerry Milligan

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Happy New Year! Carol and Milligan Cheers 🥳🥂🌺

  • @carolnavan4137
    @carolnavan4137 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great topic! Happy New Year.

  • @benyablonski6278
    @benyablonski6278 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    HAPPY NEW YEAR! Thank you for your channel & tips.
    I really appreciate this video explaining a little more about VPN.

  • @maryrosed8475
    @maryrosed8475 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy New Year 2023! 🎉🎉🎉

  • @jankretz2297
    @jankretz2297 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love you guys! Great videos; thank you so much. It is much appreciated!

  • @IamaDutch-Kiwi
    @IamaDutch-Kiwi ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good tips as per usual. Being aware of the dangers of the modern world is as vital as being aware of life's dangers eg road safety, personal safety etc. So yes Tina quite right, cover the keypad when adding one's pin code. Securing home safety for your internet usage is also vital. Receive an email you are unsure of- DON"T open it. If it is genuine the sender will get in touch. Receive an email telling you have won something, there is a parcel on the way or you have an outstanding account, remove without opening. Turn wifi and bluetooth off while wandering around town. This limits the possibility of being 'followed. Most of all, don't become paranoid but stay alert. Act like one would when crossing the road- Look both ways. Anyway, Tina and Norm another great year ahead. Looking forward to what you have on offer in 2023. 🎉✴ 🍾 🥂 🇳🇿 🙋‍♀ 🇳🇱

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed the video Anita , great tip turning off wifi and Bluetooth while walking around , we appreciate your support in watching our channel and wish you and your Hubby a healthy and wonderful New Year Cheers 🇳🇱🥂🎆🥳🇨🇦☕️

  • @johnessency9467
    @johnessency9467 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great tips! Hope you both have a Happy New Year!

  • @cherrybb3888
    @cherrybb3888 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hello Tina and Norm! Another video packed with great information. My husband and I mostly do road trips in the western US. We love staying at nice hotels with great breakfast buffets. Then just an early dinner later on. It sure is convenient and saves so much time spent shopping and cooking. However, sometimes it is nice to have more room and more of a homelike feel of a condo like the one you had in Alabama. Both accommodations have their advantages. Looking forward to following your travels in 2023. I loved your video of your road trip across Canada. Ever consider a road trip to some of our national parks in the western US? Take care in the new year!

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Cherry we loved doing the RV road trip across Canada 🇨🇦, would like to do an Amtrak train 🚂 trip or one across Eastern Canada so looking forward to travelling more Happy New Year Cheers 🥳🥂🌺

  • @thaitestautomation8425
    @thaitestautomation8425 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tina and Norm 😊... You will love Thailand! - from Thai ☺️// Happy New Year to both of youuuu 🌸🌼🌺

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s on our bucket list Happy New Year Cheers 🥳🥂🌺

  • @missygilly9917
    @missygilly9917 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice to see you, Norm & Tina! Ooh, south of France! My parents & I went to Brittany & Normandy in 2019, and my favourite spot was Vannes, France. But mind you, I love old castles & it was amazing with ramparts still in tact. In the 80’s, I went to Nice, Monte Carlo, in the south of France, it was delightful! Wishing you both a Happy New Year🎉💕🇨🇦. Gilly

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for sharing we have visited all those places in France 🇫🇷 too and loved them Gilly Happy New Year! Cheers 🥳🥂🌺

    • @rosalindaoro2456
      @rosalindaoro2456 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@ThisIsOurRetirement ⁰

  • @theresarowe1656
    @theresarowe1656 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you and stay safe

  • @christopherbarker976
    @christopherbarker976 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Tina& Norm great to see you both Happy New year we are also looking at new holidays.
    Have a good new year .
    Regards Christopher Barker

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much Christopher Happy New Year! and happy travels 🇬🇧🥂🥳🇨🇦

  • @dancurran8977
    @dancurran8977 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the video. Happy New Year!

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Dan Happy New Year! hope it’s a good one Cheers 🥂🥳

  • @travelsrus
    @travelsrus ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Happy New Year ❤🎉Today is our 2nd year retirement anniversary now we travel around the world .thanks for all your advice

  • @dianemalek436
    @dianemalek436 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the great advice. Wishing you a happy, healthy and prosperous new year with many new adventures!❤

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much Diane Happy New Year Cheers 🥳🥂🌺

  • @kmilton1593
    @kmilton1593 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Appreciate the pros and cons of VPN usage in your vid and the comments below.
    I thought youtubers would want google to track one's favorite subjects so that
    the google-algorithms can provide similar links? But i am not savvy thereto.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      We use a vpn when away from home using public wifi or using someone else’s internet such as hotel, Airbnb rentals. At home using our own network we don’t use the vpn.

  • @crossmowing1722
    @crossmowing1722 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You do put out great content. It help I’m nearing retirement. Thank you.

  • @beverlywalker4111
    @beverlywalker4111 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You both are looking great! Happy new year! 🎉

  • @kytacomaguy
    @kytacomaguy ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video !! Happy New Year Norm and Tina🎉

  • @ceparksromanceharps
    @ceparksromanceharps ปีที่แล้ว +1

    More excellent advice. I'll seriously consider subscribing to a VPN in 2023.
    Trust you'll enjoy traveling to either Portugal or the south of France in the New Year! Best wishes for the New Year!

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      We think it’s a great idea while travelling Chris Happy New Year!!not sure where we are going yet Cheers 🥂🥳

  • @tconnely6437
    @tconnely6437 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Happy New Year to both of you! I look forward to seeing the two of you every Saturday morning! Keep up the great work!❤

  • @sylvial3815
    @sylvial3815 ปีที่แล้ว

    Norm and Tin, in the US, Hampton Inn, Residence Inn( it has in unit kitchenette ),Comfort Inn as well. Hampton has no in unit kitchenette you can find these hotels along the highway before getting into a bigger town.

  • @pj3998
    @pj3998 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy New Year!🎆🎆🎆🎆

  • @kriskafowlski4463
    @kriskafowlski4463 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Happy New Year Norm and Tina. Love your videos. Stay safe and happy travels. My Wife and I are heading to Portugal on Jan 15th for a month

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sounds great! have a wonderful time 🇵🇹 Kris Happy New Year! 🥂🥳

  • @RetiredLovingIt
    @RetiredLovingIt ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We miss cruising as well! Hopefully in the next year or so we can get back to it.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes we miss cruising 🚢too , still a bit risky for us Happy New Year!! to you both Cheers 🥳🥂

  • @Northern_Squirrel
    @Northern_Squirrel ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy New Year Tina & Norm. Hope you had a great 2022 and looking forward to better 2023.
    I used windows several years ago for personal computing and had issues even with antivirus installed. I switched to Mac OS for over 8 years and have no issues since. I am not using any antivirus on my Mac as it wasn’t recommended by Apple. I am not sure if it’s just luck or apple devices are better protected.
    As for credit cards, yes we have had money stolen in Thailand and NYC while we are in Canada. Luckily the bank reimbursed the amount and we asked cash advance to be lowered or blocked all together since we never use cash advance due to high interest they charge.
    Some other tips you have shared are great, especially keeping copy of our passports.
    Anyhow, enjoy 2023, happy traveling and stay safe.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks so much and Happy New Year, good to know your bank covered your losses. We too switched to Macs in 2013 and no antivirus software. Our MacBook is still running great, way better than the multiple windows machines we had every three or four years.

  • @user-ey9bt7fs6n
    @user-ey9bt7fs6n ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Happy New Year! Here is to staying safe, healthy and wise. Retirement in 364 days, but who’s counting 😳

  • @kathysarmiento4652
    @kathysarmiento4652 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy New Year!!🎉🎉

  • @MrGearoid65
    @MrGearoid65 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love this video guys. Your videos are full of information and you put things across in a pleasant and easy-to-understand manner. Thank you! Happy New Year, Tina and Norm. 🎉✨🙏

  • @smilesandbestwishes8597
    @smilesandbestwishes8597 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ♡ Happy New Year! ♡

  • @stevew7195
    @stevew7195 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another timely video from N&T. We're leaving for New Zealand tomorrow for a 5 week tour of the south Island. I just ran out to make photocopies of our passports! and I wrote out our destination and return paperwork for the luggage, great suggestions. You two are THE BOMB!. BTW, we bought the Cosori air fryer you suggested for our Christmas gift to each other. Another "shoot's he scores"! I'm starting to realize just how much you two are internet influencers, wow. Keep up the good work, love your channel. Happy New Year.😊

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s so wonderful Steve thanks for sharing we hope you have a wonderful trip in New Zealand 🇳🇿 sounds great , glad you enjoy our channel and videos Happy New Year Cheers 🥳🥂🌺

  • @debbiemckendry6666
    @debbiemckendry6666 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great info! Thanks for all the great info you have provided us in 2022! Looking forward to what you bring to our attention in 2023! Wishing you a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year, Tina and Norm!

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Debbie glad you enjoy our videos wishing you a very Happy New Year! Cheers 🥂🥳🌺

  • @bobschiller7416
    @bobschiller7416 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another idea to easily deal with a lost passport is to bring passport pictures with your photocopies. One less item to take care of during a stressful time. You previously mentioned your research for lightweight carry on luggage you purchased. I have not seen the specific brand for that luggage. Thank you for you efforts on YT.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s a brand called IT luggage and they have several lightweight choices. Thanks for sharing your ideas about the photos.

  • @gkennedy2998
    @gkennedy2998 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent tips about maintaining privacy while travelling. Happy New Year to you both. ;D

  • @sammie44
    @sammie44 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Olá Tina e Norm,
    Espero que tenham um ano maravilhoso em 2023!
    Divertem-se muito nas vossas viagens por Portugal, França e a Tailândia!
    Gosto muito dos vossos conselhos e das vossas ideais sobre poupar dinheiro e “tips” sobre a vida de reforma e de sobre viajar.
    Desejo boas viagens a correr o mundo! 😊
    Acredito, profundamente que viajar é uma forma de manter saúde mental e física saudável!
    Para mim, vós sois embaixadores exemplares como se pode viver a poupar e a gozar a vida e ser alegre. 😊
    🌟Sam

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Sam for your lovely comment, yes we agree that travel can definitely ignite excitement and keep the mind healthy.
      We are glad you enjoy our videos and we appreciate your support in watching them , it’s a lot of fun when we know that our stories are helping others with their retirement.
      Wishing you both a Healthy and Happy New Year Cheers 🥂🥳🌺🤗

  • @sulemanpiracha8123
    @sulemanpiracha8123 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Tina & Norm: Love your video. I actually like to go to ATMs which are inside the branch. The door is locked and you need your ATM Card to enter. We were recently talking about traveling to Thailand and included it in our Bucket list- We love Algarve and visiting it next month again.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching Suleman , yes Thailand is on our list but Canada and lots of other countries are now requiring a Neg Covid test if you come back via China or Honk Kong which could be a big problem for this trip at the moment . We are hoping also to get back to the Algarve soon for those lovely blue skies and gorgeous beaches Happy New Year Cheers 🥳🥂🌺

    • @sulemanpiracha8123
      @sulemanpiracha8123 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ThisIsOurRetirement

    • @sulemanpiracha8123
      @sulemanpiracha8123 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ThisIsOurRetirement US has the same requirements for people returning from China/Hong Kong. When we traveled to Europe last year, we had to show our vaccination cards at German Immigration. Since we stayed over a week in German, we had to do COVID-19 test in Germany for Portugal and then again in Portugal when we returned to the US- getting more painful to travel😧

  • @vivilipbalm
    @vivilipbalm ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy New Year to both of you.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much Happy New Year!!Vivian Cheers 🥂🥳🌺

  • @bertilla2023
    @bertilla2023 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy New Year Tina and Norm. I enjoy your videos!

  • @patdennis2586
    @patdennis2586 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks!

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much Pat it’s very kind of you we really appreciate it have a wonderful New Year Cheers 🇺🇸🥂🥳🇨🇦

  • @MrGman2804
    @MrGman2804 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Delighted to hear you are thinking of Thailand. Our winter is their dry & sunny season so a good time to go. Chiang Mai is a fascinating old city in the North and really cheap to fly to from Bangkok. It is a walled city with a moat and surrounded by mountains. The original capital of Siam. Loads of 4 star Hotels for less than US$49 p/n. Happy New Year to both of you.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      We would love to visit little wary of the long flight ✈️ but it’s on our list Happy New Year Cheers 🥳🥂🌺

    • @MrGman2804
      @MrGman2804 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ThisIsOurRetirement No easy answer to distance from Canada. If you did find your way to Thailand it is a wonderland. Thailand & Portugal are my two favourites.

  • @donreinholz8121
    @donreinholz8121 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great advice Tina and Norm. Someone stole my passport when I was in India attending a wedding. I like the info left in your luggage too. Happy New Year! Travel insurance is a great idea. That is for health issues I presume? Certain countries might be cheaper to eat lunch and supper out depending on available markets with cheap food prices.

  • @DRONIXAR
    @DRONIXAR ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy New Year! my friends

  • @steveanthony5530
    @steveanthony5530 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tina and Norm. Taking retirement by Storm. Rock on in coming year. 🤘

  • @hivolco151
    @hivolco151 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Important to be practical about Safety... However I really love Helen Keller's statement on Safety: " Security is mostly a superstition. It does not exist in nature, nor do the children of men as a whole experience it. Avoiding danger is no safer in the long run than outright exposure. Life is either a daring adventure, or nothing." Helen Keller-

  • @paular2361
    @paular2361 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy New Year! I have recently found your channel and I am really enjoying your content. I love the way you explain cybersecurity concepts in easy to understand terms. Looking forward to more great videos in 2023.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome! Thank you! welcome to our channel Paula we wish you a Happy New Year Cheers 🥳🥂🌺

  • @JP-tq7ni
    @JP-tq7ni ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy travelling in the new year. Suggestions: Vietnam and Laos. China and Nepal. Tibet. All great experiences. Even for a solo traveller women in her 70’s. (Like me!). Happy new year

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the tips! Happy New Year!! Cheers JP 🥂🥳🌺

  • @patassion
    @patassion ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy New Year

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Happy New Year Pat Cheers 🥳🥂🌺

    • @patassion
      @patassion ปีที่แล้ว

      I enjoy all your videos here on west coast Canada.

  • @dlg5485
    @dlg5485 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been using ExpressVPN service for years and I'll never be without it again. However, there is a downside, which is that many websites block access from known VPN servers. They want to be able to track you, so they don't like visitors using VPNs and this is why they block them. I feel very strongly about my right to protect my privacy online, so I have stopped frequenting sites that block VPN users. There is always an alternative place to get the info I am seeking.

  • @peterpike8887
    @peterpike8887 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    " And we wish you a happy New Year."

  • @skyluke2445
    @skyluke2445 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great info...one thing I do is keep my last expired passport as a backup as well as colour copies of my current one. .

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's a great idea! Happy New Year!! Cheers 🥂🥳

    • @skyluke2445
      @skyluke2445 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'd also like to visit Thailand but the 15hr flight ✈️ would be rough

  • @markmorton5280
    @markmorton5280 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Staying safe…possibly off topic, but prepping for foreseeable emergencies might make a good discussion. I’m thinking disruptions to electric, heating, water, access to food supply, meds, etc. The recent major winter storm that swept across the continent was an opportunity for all of us to do an audit of our household’s resilience.
    .

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes Mark, we do think some planning for extended hydro outages and having canned goods is a good precaution, in Canadian winters, also having flashlights and candles. Thanks for watching.

  • @cindearbuckle6074
    @cindearbuckle6074 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy new year 😊🇺🇸

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Happy new year! hope it’s a good one Cinde Cheers 🇺🇸🥂🥳🇨🇦

    • @cindearbuckle6074
      @cindearbuckle6074 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ThisIsOurRetirement thank you !

  • @fisgrisen1585
    @fisgrisen1585 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    There are risks with VPN as well. You reroute your info/traffic to a third partys exit nodes, these can be compromised regardless what vpn sales ppl tells you. Just be aware of it but dont worry to much.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Guess nothing is 100% LOL 😂 Happy New Year Fis Cheers 🥳🥂

  • @JohnsDeb
    @JohnsDeb ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy New Year🎉

  • @faygallagher8425
    @faygallagher8425 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy New New Year's Tina and Norm. Loved hearing about your travel plans. We are looking at a cross country European trip but prob not till 2024. I have a need for road trips right now so hopeful for many in 2023. We have always tried to pick overnight stays that offer free breakfast then we only need to look at dinner. Love the colour of your new top Tina. Now are you staying up to see 2023 come in 🤗

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sounds great! some good plans Fay yes we like hotels with breakfast too , not sure we often don’t make it to see the New Year in LOL 😂 Happy New Year!! 🥂🥳

  • @richardc488
    @richardc488 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh no I am so sorry for both of you, my bank covers my scam charges hear in the lower 48

  • @dawndigsin
    @dawndigsin ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy New Year🎉🇨🇦

  • @pbickley1
    @pbickley1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fare Drop is an interesting service for travel deals. Especially if you can be flexible on dates.

    • @ThisIsOurRetirement
      @ThisIsOurRetirement  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for sharing we will check them out Trish Happy New Year Cheers 🥳🥂🌺