Tiny but MIGHTY! (Montenegro)
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After leaving Albania, we went north to the small country of Montenegro with the goal of answering 2 questions:
1) Is Montenegro a good place to live abroad as a foreign resident or expat from the US or Canada?
2) Is Montenegro a good part of our Schengen Shuffle Strategy?
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Montenegro Tourist Visa: 90 days every 180 days
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Montenegro Tourist Visa: 90 days every 180 days
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You guys look increasingly happier and healthier. I want that.
You can do it!
@drumming975 And how are they making the big bucks? Via YT advertising? It ain't that big.
Because Latin America is poor and dangerous.
I like the format where you walk and then mention something in your video and show that "something"
Thanks!
Me too! I love this format.
A little beach town that I enjoyed was Petrovac. I spent several months there and went back there two or three times. Petrovac is.a place to kick back and relax. You won't be swamped with American tourists. The tourists were fairly evenly divided from all parts of the world. This is not a partying beach town. It's a lovely little coastal village where you can enjoy the food and scenery and perhaps use as a base to travel to other parts of the country.
I’ve walked those Kotor streets, the top of castle 2x, the winding trail 1x. My friend took me to tivat to catch plane to leave from Herzegovina Novi in his 43 foot sailboat. One great way to leave such a breathtaking country.😊
Looks like a great place to visit. On a geek note you all have hit your stride on storytelling and video editing. Very much appreciate the time and effort put into these videos.
I really like your format with fewer studio shots and more commentary out in the field. It feels much more real!
Brilliant video. The editing was seemless and intuitive, Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I’m so jealous 💚Kotar was one of destination’s on a Mediterranean Cruise I was going to go on,,,,,..I’ll just travel through you two ….thanks for your video 👍Tobey in Arizona 🌵🌞
Had heard of Montenegro and Albania in passing after Yugoslavia broke up. Thanks to you, we know these are picturesque livable places with wonderful citizenry.
What a glorious little country. Breathtaking blend of dwellings and scenery. Just what the mind needed to break from the distressing politics and economic woes in the US. Thanks from a big fan who shares your love of Indian vegetarian .. been following your journeys from your early days in Ecuador.
I love the style of these videos. The more camera time for Amelia the better 😎
Great job. Always look forward to your videos but this one was a huge step up, thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Dang, what a great view and trip to the balkans without leaving the US. How beautiful and what a beautiful part of the world. Montenegro is on my bucket list for sure.
It’s a beautiful country!
I was there 2 weeks ago, and who should be sitting next to me having dinner? The famous rock guitarist Alex Lifeson of RUSH with his wife! As a longtime music fan, I couldn't believe it! The manager told me lots of famous actors/actresses and musicians go to Montenegro because of it's beauty and anonymity.
So cool!!!
I have tons of friends moved there for quite awhile and generally they are happy with the move. Although there are some hidden issues typical for ex Soviet block countries that most western expats are not familiar with before they face it. It can become serious at times.
So glad you're spending time in eastern Europe. Tks!
I was pleased to hear your positive review of Podgorica. Thanks!
After Podgorica that was cheaper as you've said, I stayed in Sutomore near Bar for 15 Euro per night. It cost me 1.50 Euro to visit Bar where I had to pay tourist tax. Bus to Budva cost 4.50 Euro each direction. After one month in Montenegro they told me that I didn't have to pay any more tax or keep registering. I agree about supermarkets not having varieties. Yet, the locals are so proud of their supermarkets. I've also noticed that there are many Russians and Serbians who live here. Serbian, Croatian and Montenegrin language is same, only different dialect.
Have you met Warren and Julie who have a you tube channel? They do the Shengen shuffle and think they own a property in Montenegro.
Of course 👍
Beautiful area. Can’t wait to visit. I like the variety of things to do and food to eat. Thanks for the video.
So glad you are showing Montenegro! I dated a girl from Montenegro. lol she had a really funny sense of humor. Kinda weird taste though... she thought putting ketchup on pizza was a thing...
Cool 🥳
HaHa,,, Same in Thailand, Thai's love their sweet ketchup on pizza....
My Wife is from Tobago. Ketchup on pizza.
Same with Mexico. You order a slice and they give you packets of ketchup with it.
@@Mexicobeanpole Nicaragua too.
I like the new format, it's jazzy and slick. I will still watch your videos no matter what the style is because in the end, they are chockfull of information and useful and that's what it's all about. Thanks again !
Thanks!
Big laugh at my last job was me saying when asked how an I doing "I am living the dream". However, in both of your cases you are living the dream. I hope it continues for many years to come. :)
As usual a great review & coverage of your subject, Montenegro looks wonderful & worth a visit.
My favorite TH-camrs…Robb, David, Amelia and JP. You guys look great.
Thanks! 😊
Great video! You make me want to head over. Now! You two are living your best lives and inspiring us to emulate that!
Thanks! 😊
Excellent video and narrative. Your honesty is greatly appreciated!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Love this format! I love being able to see AND hear everything there is to offer. It’s almost like being there with you. Thank you JP & Amelia! 💞
Great! Thanks for the feedback!
Your video is way better than before !!
If you have ever been to the Island of Hydra in Greece, it is the Cat Capital of the World!!!!! Was there the first time in the 70's never saw so many cats in my life, which is ok as I am an animal lover LOL
Great opening pic- nice video - thanks!
Glad you liked it!
You both are so refreshing. What an interesting place ~ now on my bucket list. 😊 Food looks amazing. Thank you for covering it in such beautiful detail.
very scenic views there
Interesting about the tourist tax! We are planning a trip there and Croatia so thx!!!
Awwright, Montenegro. I've always heard good things.
We really enjoyed it! Highly recommend a visit!
Another great video guys. I have seen that unit mentioned before. I couldn’t be so rude to ask a link for it. Rob
Here you go: www.airbnb.com/slink/Xtjc9IIG
Traveling looks good on you two! You look really fit and happy.
Thank you! 😊
I've spent couple weeks a year for past 3 yrs in Azores, algarve and finally Costa del Sol in Malaga but toke several day trips around. I was always amazed at places like Ronda and Sentinel etc " how and why". The places seemed crazy to actual live in hundred of years ago. Tribal warfare constant invasions etc ... But it's "slave labor" ... You asked how did they build all this walls in Montenegro she's the castles etc. Europe was built with slave labor. I found several plaques in Ronda Spain that called the workers "Captives"... Yeah, another European word for SLAVES. All those amazing structures and architecture???? Yeah, slave labor. Thousands of years of it. But I still love the place. And the architecture is truly amazing.
THANKS for another beautiful tour - never knew Montenegro was so nice !
My friends live there half the year. When the cruise ships come into the harbor, look straight up. Youll see him working on his place. They want me to move there.
I Really Loved this video style!!🎉 I think the language barrier & lack of google translation could be a deterrent for me?
Noticed mostly veggies, are you both vegetarian? Great detailed video!
Almost everyone in the tourist areas speak English so it wasn’t hard.
We’ve been plant-based for 8 years.
Nice job on the video! I know it takes a lot of work to compile and edit. Thanks!
It does! Thanks!
14 dollar for a Pizza... Wow Montenegro really has become expensive. Was there about 15 years ago, pizza's were around 3-4 dollars.
It's become a 2nd home for wealthy Russians. Price have gone up.
Amelia And JP Abroad
Tks., much appreciative.
Nice job w/ the video. Liked the editing & the story-type format!
Thank you for the truthful video. I now know that would be only one day stop for me.
Thanks for such an informative video. Sounds like an interesting place to visit.
Beautiful place. Montenegro is supposed to be really light on taxes in contrast with most European countries.
thank you for Amelia and JP.
Yes JP I was fortunate to grow up in Germany and my best (German) friend's grandma used to bake the apple strudel every Sunday and we used to enjoy those...I think Germany and Austria are very similar culturally
You guys!!! We are staying at one of your old places in Cuenca! We are at the small places by the river with the man who did a video from the lookout showing all the areas.
Great! Tell Xavier and Samara we said hola! 😊
While I like Montenegro and think it's a beautiful country. I decided to retire to Austria. Fantastic country that suits my lifestyle.
What a rack! Thank you!
Hey, Rob and David…I watch them too!
Great! 😊
Great! Love the different format. Provides information and shows the location wonderfully.
Awesome, thank you!
Beautiful Amelia in a beautiful place!
Congratulations on the uphill hike! The Cuenca Zoo nearly killed me.
My next scouting trip is planned for Villa Real Portugal.. With a foot ferry to Ayamonte Spain. Best of both countries. Live in Portugal but eat in Spain. Too many scary water shortages and issues in Spain.
What other issues other than the water shortages?
The editing composition and editing are very good in this video
Thanks!
Great show you’ll need to do them again with your new Sony canera 📷
hola amigos, nice to see ya'll again, I cant believe Amelia colored her hair again to blonde LOL, looks good!
Love the Fort! Love the Old Churches! And you have a great flair for Fashion too!
Thanks so much!
My son served in the US embassy in Podgorica and absolutely loved it. Met his wife there, too.
Very cool!
Congratulations! I love a proud parent!
Great job on the video. Great content and great editing!
@@steventhompson558 I concur. Maybe even their best to date.
$16 dollars each to walk up the cobblestone/stairs? The view is spectacular but for not for $32. Thank you for showing it to us. I am really loving your travel videos!! I can see that both of you really like this place especially Amelia.
Agreed. Thanks !
So you finally found Montenegro 🇲🇪…quite an amazing place and you both presented it well ….so Thank You for sharing ….and until next time …..Alex🇬🇷
You two look like you are getting younger in this video.
See, I knew you would put out a good video. 😂❤
Thanks! 😊
OK place for a vacation. The beaches are awesome. Overall, it is a developing country and leaves a lot to be desired.
The little stamp shop. Yes😊
You two are looking healthy and happy💚💚.
I was in Dubrovnik, Croatia three weeks ago (just up the coast). I wanted to visit Montenegro, but unfortunately I didn't. From watching your video, both cities look similar (Vancian Architecture and countryside).
Very nice format! Maybe you could include some Historical Architecture? Cuenca has beautiful buildings from the 1600's. Really enjoyed your video! Please include Museums for us Indoor girls.
Love the cats! Aww!
Hi guys! My family loved Montenegro!!!👍👍👍
Great video. I don't think I'd retire to Europe but I enjoy seeing the videos.
Hi, "Amelia And JP"..., Excellent video and very informative, and "Thank you" for sharing the video ! ! * "I love the Cat's 😺 ! !" Beautiful country, cities, and towns... Excellent video... "Semper Fi" Mike in Montana :) 😺 🐈 😺
Glad you enjoyed it!
Kotor is worth living in at least one moth a year. Tivat is fun. Sveti Stephan is a dream to swim. It also is the start of a really nice hike/walk to Budva.
Great video°❤
Montenegro would not have been on my list of places to travel but it looks really nice! The views from the fortress were wonderful. Totally off-topic question, how do you get Surfshark to work on your iPhone? When I add the app I have all kinds of trouble and my Apple ID gets cancelled, it has happened twice.
That’s odd. We’ve never had an issue with it. They have 24/7 support. Try giving them a call 🤷♂️
@@AmeliaAndJP Will do, thanks. The Apple Store wasn't much help.
17:238 "want some pi?" Good one!
Nice guys!
Thanks!
I would essentially agree other than the tension with their neighboring countries.
I could easily live in Perast……..if I could afford. What a lovely place.
That ladder of Kotor is no joke!
"Kim" is the word for "cumin" in the Montenegro language.
Kim looks like cumin, but it is a caraway seed and not cumin.
@@dusanorlovic7658 My understanding is kim = cumin, Sjemenke kima = caraway seeds (persian cumin), Sjeme komorača = fennel seeds....what would you say is "cumin" in montenegrin?
I just absolutely love your both. You are so positive, happy and energetic. Amazing information everywhere you go.
Thank you so much!
Hey guys I have watched a lot of your videos from Ecuador thx for all the info , we’re taking our first trip next month, could you recommend a guide for a day trip to otavalo ,also best way to combat altitude sickness , diamox??? Thx mark
You two are funny. Wow! The Chamber pot comment was hysterical! Oh my.
seems like they stick it to the tourists there
Wow, first Amelia you are truly beautiful! Next your channel is exactly what I’ve been looking for. I’m considering getting back to Europe to visit but your videos are convincing me to look at non-EU countries and maybe moving permanently. Thank y’all so much for sharing all your information, experience and insights 🙂. Subscribed!
Thank you so much! Welcome! 😊
Looks beautiful.
Great video, really nice format. Thank you
ITs a gem. If you make it to Herzeg Novi. I have a friend that has a 43 ft sailboat. It’s amazingly cheap. He and his son will take of you.
Nice vid you intrepid trekkers you! 😎
😁
Despues de ver este video de este hermoso país, quiero irme a vivir allá. Pero solo cuento con $1,400 al mes para vivir y no sé si eso es suficiente para vivir allá
You both look so sharp/well-dressed :)
Thanks!
I totally fell for this click-bait thumbnail. 🙂 Now I have to watch the Shengen Shuffle.
Have you ever had a problem with that VPN in that the streaming services won't let you in after they detect that you are using a VPN? I have.
Nope. Not with Netflix or Prime.
Maybe I'm aging myself but yea I saw Susan Anspach in Montenegro joking and Marianne Faithfull's cover of The Ballad of Lucy Jordan was epic.
P.S. I looked at Surf Shark and another couple I follow Expats in Panama use it as well so I thot I'd check it they won't let you pay monthly I can''t afford the whole thing upfront 😪