In this episode, you'll meet Montana poet Susannah Cragwick and her husband, Samuel and hear their unique love story. Susannah and Samuel were married in May of 2023 in Finland where they both now reside. Samuel is from Finland. Listen in as they share words of wisdom navigating cultural differences and language differences and still sharing love. You can find Susannah's poetry on Substack @: https://susannahcragwick.substack.com. As a bonus, Susannah also shared a few tips for European expats that weren't in the episode. I've copied them below for you. Thank you Susannah! "Bring a set of measuring cups with you that use the Imperial system. That way you can make your favorite recipes without feeling stressed about converting measurements. I have both types of measuring cups. It's been great allowing myself those options. In Finland and maybe other parts of Europe, standard paper sizes, folder sizes, and hole punches are different from the US. For instance, the papers Samuel printed out for me here are a little too tall for my American folders. Our hole punch is with 2 holes and not 3. Again, I don't know about Portugal, but in Finland, according to Samuel, Sharpies and legal pads are not easy to find. So, when he visited the US, he was piling up on those things."Thank you for listening! If you'd like more of my work, please consider subscribing to my writing on Substack where you'll receive original essays: https://janelleholden.substack.com.

Listen in as Janelle reads her latest essay on Substack about moving to Portugal. You can subscribe to her substack by clicking here: https://janelleholden.substack.com. There are free and paid options. Thank you for your support.

Listen in as Janelle interviews Lisbon-based Portuguese editor, writer, and teacher Marta Cancela. Marta shares so many interesting and valuable tidbits about Portuguese life, culture, and language that you'll love. If you like what Marta has to say and want more lessons from her, there will be more to come! Come over and subscribe at Substack at: https://janelleholden.substack.com to get updates on upcoming educational projects with Marta on Portuguese Language and Culture.

Listen in as Janelle reads her latest essay on what it's like to have house showings while you live in the house. You can subscribe to her substack at: https://janelleholden.substack.com.

In this episode, Janelle interviews Frank Moore, who lives in California. Listen in as Frank shares about his wife's Portugal connection through Macau and how he started learning about the country and what he loves about it.

You'll also find out: * Why you can't find Portuguese wines in American stores very easily

* How Frank applied for a Golden Visa and where he purchased property in Portugal

* Which company helped Frank apply for his Golden Visa and why he loves working with them

* Why investing in Portugal could be a good Plan B

* Wine tours in Portugal with https://www.fortheloveofport.com/ in the Alto Douro Wine Region: https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1046/

* What the Alentejo is really like (and why it's so special)

* How to say Sagres like a Portuguese (and you can watch this video about Sagres as well)Other resources Frank wanted to share:

* Turquel is where he picked up his wine. Alcobaca is close. 

"20 Beautiful Places to Visit in Portugal -- From Fairy-tale Castles to Charming Beach Towns"

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Listen in as Janelle interviews Carol Wilcox, the author of the popular Substack newsletter, Our Portugal Journey on how she and her husband moved from Arizona to Portugal and what it's been like ever since. You can find Carol's substack at: https://www.ourportugaljourney.com/

In this episode you'll meet Stephanie Wasylysk a business coach and friend who lived for 3.5 years in Australia and moved to Quebec with her family even though French is not her first language. Stephanie is a business coach who helps business owners who defy convention do business on their own terms (and succeed at it). After listening to this you'll throw out your guidebook and travel and live your own way! Mentions in this episode: The song "Little Boxes" The book Tracks by Robyn DavidsonA Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky ChambersComplimentary Coaching Call with Stephanie (no strings attached): https://giftcoaching.youcanbook.me/Stephanie's website: https://stephaniewasylyk.com/coaching/

Listen in as Steve Danzey shares his story about his move to Portugal with his husband David. We talk about what they brought, food, religion in Portugal, and being a same sex couple in a new land. Steve shares a lot of wisdom in this podcast including book recommendations. You can find his substack, Letters from Lisbon at: https://stevedanzey.substack.com.

Listen in as Janelle shares advice from friends whose family members are in the foreign service on how they navigate life abroad, and an update on the house selling process.

Listen in as Janelle interviews expat coach, Deb Dahab, and learn what some of the biggest mistakes people make when they move abroad, and how to avoid them!