THIS Country Was Our Top Relocation Place, NOT Portugal

In this conversation, Josh and Kalie explore their experiences and comparisons between Slovenia and Portugal, focusing on aspects such as visa pathways, cost of living, cultural insights, and the overall expat experience. They discuss their initial interest in Slovenia, the challenges they faced with job opportunities, and how they ultimately ended up in Portugal. The conversation also delves into the beauty of places like Lake Bled, the differences in climate, and the growing tourism in Slovenia. They reflect on community connections and the warmth of the local people, ultimately sharing their thoughts on the possibility of living in Slovenia.

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🌍 About Us
We’re Josh and Kalie, and we’ve been living abroad since 2009. Our expat journey has taken us through Spain, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, and now Portugal. We share what we’ve learned to help you move abroad smarter and live abroad better.

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00:00 Intro
00:40 Podcast sponsor
01:28 Weekly welcome
10:22 Podcast sponsors
12:45 Comparing Portugal and Slovenia
43:47 Final Thoughts on Living in Slovenia