I completely understand. When we started slow traveling in 2020, things were much less expensive than now. Lodging could be found for 30-40 percent less per month. I hope you enjoy your travels! Thanks for watching us and sharing your story.
@@graceweber2822 Have you seen the video about traveling with pets uploaded by Julie and Warren here on UA-cam? They travel with 2 dogs. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
What a wonderful man and inspiration. To see him, at 81, walking with such a bounce to his step. His eyes express a vibrancy for life. I loved his travel packing - a small backpack and a satchel. "No rocking chair", i may have a t-shirt made with that slogan.
The fact that he tries to walk everywhere instead of taking public transportation is a such a smart way to maintain his good health, and probably one of the main reasons he is doing so well at 81.
always inspiring to see single and older folks just doing what they feel called to do. You make a good point Warren (the original): we need to just get out there and don’t expect someone to take us by the hand and do it. Since my husband passed several years ago, I went south for several months and continued to just go ahead and not let fear or being alone stop me. I heard a great quote once something like when you go forward to meet your dreams, all these amazing sychronicities happen and start opening up for you. But you have to take the chance, and whether or not you are afraid, you have to have the courage to take risks. I think a lot of people want to do things but fear, insecurity, etc holds them back. Or fear of failure. It doesn’t mean that everything will be perfect and there won’t be challenges along the way (like loneliness, getting sick (like food poisoning!), discomfort, getting lost, feeling alone, but that’s life...
I am almost 64 and a full time RVer for the last five years.. I've met 80+ year old people travelling full time in camper vans in the US. This one lady told me that she was 85 and has been travelling full time in her campervan since she was 70 years old. I met this 82 year old guy who has been travelling the US full time in a campervan for the last 20 years. They were are as spry as one can be and full of plans for the future.
Yes, there is a reason a lot of people do not achieve their dreams, why they don’t take a promotion or reach for a promotion that could get them to Retirement quicker. Fear can disable a person from even trying to reach their dream, fear invents excuses to not move forward. The old quote "For of all sad words of tongue or pen, The saddest are these: 'It might have been!' "
It’s amazing how many people are out there doing this type of lifestyle at an advanced age that we are crossing paths with. So many in this age bracket believe their time has passed them by, and it’s not possible for them to check off their bucket list any longer.
@@WarrenJulieTravel I met the 85 yr old lady right in the beginning of my RV travels. What a stroke of luck that was for me! She told me that most of her friends are dead or just sitting and staring in front of them. That totally resonated with me since my parents were right there. Then she said that one day they'll find her in her RV and that was okay with her. When she walked off I thought that here I am pushing 60 and I just met my very first role model.
@@WarrenJulieTravel It’s so great that you are sharing the experiences of people over 50, 60++. You are too right about people feeling it is too late - I noticed this even in those who are younger who have given up already. As Dylaln Thomas wrote: “Rage, rage against the dying of the light”. Never give up on your dreams, big or small.
We agree that Sarande is a beautiful city where one can live comfortably on a modest budget. We have thoroughly enjoyed the past 5 months living here. Friendly locals, great scenery, nice weather, active expat community and budget friendly are a few of the reasons why.
I will be 62 in June and this is exactly what I needed to hear. I just renewed my passport so I'm good till 2034 And I'm ready to go. I'm selling my house where I don't give away we'll be in storage for if and when I come back to the US for any reason mostly just to visit family. So this was a great video for me to see, thank you Warren Warren and Julie.
Wow, what an inspiration! I'm still working on getting up the guts to do the same in a few short years! This lovely gentleman gives me hope!!! Thanks for sharing!
Americans seem to be stuck up on medical insurance. There is all kinds of long term travel insurance and most places in Asia medical expenses are a fration of the west and in fact people fly from the west to Malysia and Thailand to get stuff done.
Unfortunately, it’s very true, sad part is in the United States. If you have the simplest procedure done without insurance, you will find yourself going bankrupt if you do not have a sizable savings. We of course, have insurance on us as we travel, but we have a large deductible and it’s only there in case there’s a catastrophic situation. I would trust a doctor in most of the countries we go to just as well as I would any doctor in the United States. For some reason many Americans believe the doctors in the US hospitals are the best in the world, and that everybody else is second class in medical care. Maybe it’s all of those medical-based TV shows on TV.
@@WarrenJulieTravelmy insurance here has a $9k deductible in the USA. If I use their drs. If I don’t it can go up to $18k. It’s through affordable care act. It’s only 3.42 month though. But if I take more $ out of retirement it goes up.
When I was in Thailand years ago, a friend said she did not understand why people in the U.S. used health insurance until hearing about the costs. She said people she knows in Bangkok and around the country pay cash for medical care. Insurance was an unknown concept there.
My wife and I travel the world in our retirement and have no worries about medical care. We always have full medical care via insurance that provides us with full medical care with no out of pocket expenses. It also provides us with emergency air ambulance flight with nurses and doctors back to the US.
@user-mw3dd6ys1u Currently you would do fine with the SS income. I trust that will stay true in 4 years. I spend less than that each month, and I'm probably over insured with health insurance. The Other Warren
Hey it’s Boquete yurt Warren! So cool to see this video. Yes, he really does travel with just a backpack. We had the pleasure of knowing Warren here in Panama and we were all sad to see him go. But happy to see him traveling to so many fun places. Hello from Holly and Michael.
Warren is such an inspiration! I’m 65 and retiring soon but can’t afford the USA. The health care costs scares the pants off me. I’m wanting to live somewhere where I can take public transportation
Let me suggest Italy. If you want to own your own place there are some very good real estate prices. I bought a two bedroom apartment in a medieval hilltop village for less than $35k. Within a half mile walk I have a very decent supermarket, a pharmacy, a hospital, two bakeries, a butcher, a produce store, and lots of other stuff. On Thursday there's a large open air market selling produce, seafood, cheese, clothes, and household goods. There are multiple public buses to two cities less than an hour away. Easy to live without needing a car.
@@saraquips Let me suggest two sites you might want to check out. I'm not recommending these people, I've done no business with them, but they seem to be legit and you can learn a lot by watching their videos Karl Pierre. Karl bought a small house in Sicily for $5k (or 5k euros, I don't remember which). It is basically a ground floor living space and second floor (European numbering) bedroom/bath. He describes it as livable when he got it. He's fixed it up into something quite nice. He's probably talked about the cost in one of his videos, what I remember is that he spend $5k on the downstairs, mainly on the kitchen cabinets and appliances. ua-cam.com/video/uoZvcOE9nwo/v-deo.html Chris at Super-Savvy Travelers Chris and her husband were in the real estate business in California and now live in Southern Italy where they run a B&B as well as assist people with finding places to buy and renovate. www.supersavvytravelers.com/ Sicily and the southern tip of Italy are where one can find some very affordable properties. I ran into a local (California) nurse who, along with her husband, bought a move-in ready house in Sicily for $16k. Complete with furniture. There are some very good prices in small villages but check carefully for public transportation. There's a guy who posts properties in the Abruzzo area and, at least in the past, said that there was public transportation. That's not what I found. Neither Google Maps nor Rome2Rio shows any way to get from those villages to a city except by private car or an expensive taxi ride. The same is true, I found for small remote villages in Sicily. I'd also suggest you use Idealista. www.idealista.it/en/ There's no multiple listing service in Italy like we have in the US. But sellers will post their properties on sites like Idealista. You can set screens and start learning what you can get for your dollar. I'd suggest you set an upper limit for your budget, leaving ample funds for renovations and remodeling. Perhaps set a lower limit as the really inexpensive places are typically in very bad shape or are in remote villages with no public transportation. Perhaps pick some regions that interest you. (Perhaps avoid inland mountain areas where earthquakes are more common.) You might never decide to move to Italy but what you learn can be applied to other parts of the world. There are lots of options where one can retire and live a much more comfortable life than in the US for the same amount of money.
Sara - I hear you. Just what I thought, so I left. I have no car and use very little public transportation wherever I am. I prefer walking and I get around just fine. You, too, can do it. - The Other Waren
I'm living in an apartment which I found through Facebook. It's quite nice, with a view of the Ionian Sea. Can't beat it for 450.00 local currency/month (472.00 US $). Very reasonable. The Other Warren
@@warrenr.johnson7990the Other Warren. Do you plan on staying in the apartment through the summer months. If so did you lock in the rental rate; summer month rentals can jump 3X the off-season rates.
@@stevenjb.9275 You're right about the price escalation. I'm leaving for the summer for 4 months. Then I'll likely return. Sounds like you have knowledge about Albania? Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
My youngest daughter went to Romania (Transylvania area) alone and enjoyed it so much, that she wants to go back. Great for you to travel the world. I would love to do this, but no way would my husband want to join me, and I wouldn't go alone, because I have no sense of direction lol. My head is in the clouds as my daughters say.
Pearl - I wouldn't want to encourage you to leave without your husband. But should you ever go, there are tools you can use to get to where you want to go. One "tool" for me has been to just put one foot ahead of the other and keep going. Thanks for responding. The Other Warren
@@warrenr.johnson7990 It's an interesting question. I lived the-way-of-the-Warren in my 20s, I just didn't realize it was a thing then. 300 baud modem when I hit 28 slowed my pull into the information age. Being single tends to be a norm for many at least at points in ones life. Being with a partner that shares the nomad life is more of a unicorn condition. Both are blessings in their own right. Health, well you can do the best you can, but it's not really all in your hands. Then it's about coping. To that end, I'm acting on it.
Great video! I shared it with my Aunt (77 years old) who is afraid to leave America. My husband and I are in our 40’s. We moved to Portugal. We should have done it sooner. Just subscribed.
What a nice gentleman . I would have love to try this kind of adventure, but i have a wonderful 17 month grandson, Gaël , and i did not think i would be so attached to this fantastic sunny little boy . I don’t want to be far from him, we share a super bound!
Family is so important. I think you should enjoy every moment with your grandson. The day may come when you will feel like stretching your wings a bit. Enjoy the moment. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
Hi Warren, I’m 70 and also from the US. Been traveling in Thailand and Cambidia for nearly 2 years and loving it. You’ve inspired me to try Albania especially since one can get a 1-year visa. Take care and “keep truckin” friend! 😎
Wes - As Bob Barker used to say, "Come on down". There are a lot of advantages to Albania in addition to the 12-month visa-free living. How about health care? As much as I understan it, it's mostly free. My best friend here just spent a night in the local hospital, was ambulanced to Tirana the next day, received surgery, and will be brought back here -- all for free. How do you beat that?!
@@warrenr.johnson7990 - You don’t. That’s fantastic. Free healthcare and a 1-year visa! Wow. Once my apartment lease is up in mid-December of this year here in Siem Reap, Cambodia, I think I’ll head to Albania to where you’re at. Maybe we can meet up at D&D Pub there in Sarande if you’re still living there. At 70 years young, I still have a lot of travel miles left… just like you! Thanks for the encouragement.
My backpak carries a few essential clothes, some "office" supplies, a pair of slippers for the cold floors, a bag of toiletries, an umbrella (which I've only used once). I think that's it. Interesting question. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
@@warrenr.johnson7990Thanks Warren! Amazed that you can live out of a backpack! 2 more questions, if you don’t mind: (1) With the amount of walking you do, what brand of shoes do you wear? And do you have 2 pair to swap in & out of to counter moisture & wear? (2) How do you secure/maintain “emergency contacts” as you travel to new locations alone? Do you check-in daily with family in the US or do you go to locations where you already have a friend-base? (My concern is being alone in a country I don’t know the language and having a serious medical or financial emergency)
Wow that's amazing with 81 birthdays and he's a nomad with a carryon! After I completed my US military career at age 41 (don't really like using the word retired:)), I started clearing and selling properties. With exception of being stationed in different places, I mostly visit countries in less than a week. I get bored easily. To date, I completed over sixty cruises and visited over sixty countries. I actually rode the ferry from Corfu Greece to Sarandë Albania when Celebrity Beyond docked in Corfu Greece in May 2023. I have few more states to visit to complete my 50th states. I'll probably do slow travels in couple years. I agree western Europe being more expensive as I was stationed in Wiesbaden Germany in 2009. I am preparing for my visit to complete my Balkan Countries. Hope to meet y'all one day. Thanks and safe travels!
Wow, it sounds like you have had an amazing life. Slow travel is a dream existence. We get bored very easily too and this lifestyle works for us. If we do cross paths we would love to meet up.
Cliff - You have a great story. I have done 47 US states, but I can't begin to compare on countries visited. I will continue to add contries, but where that will stop, I don't know. Thanks for sharing your story. The Other Warren
WHAT A GUY!!! Keep ENJOYING Your Life, Warren! HAPPY TRAVELS!!!💙 Thanks For This Video, The “Other” Warren and Julie. Hope I’ve Got Your Names Correctly!💁♀️
I live on approx $1500 in the USA but i rent a small room for $600 with 3 other guys in the house. Id much rather have my own place but my rent would increase to at least $1000.
Robert - The most I've ever paid in my travels is $500/month. Usually I pay $450. My budget is $1500, but I never reach that high. If you can leave the states, you might want to consider going elsewhere. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
Joe - You read the comments before watching the video? Kool. I'm glad you watched it. I only regret seeing what's happened to my weight in the last few months. I'm working hard now to change that. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
Also I think this is good for people with very little family in the USA. And no kids or grandkids. It’s $1000 each way for me to fly from there to seattle! But I could go for 3 mos at a time. The USA is $$$. I retired a few years ago but it’s costing me $40-$50k a year to live in a RV!
Look for cheap air fares. They do exist. I did car traveling in the US (coast to coast, 4-1/2 months) for very little money, except gas. I wanted to go by RV, but I couldn't find one I liked or could afford . I don't think your RV expenses need to be as high as they are. Look for ways to trim those expenses.
After 50 years of playing a musical keyboard, I am now happy playing a computer keyboard. Variety is the spice of life. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
How can I get in touch with warren living in albania? Living on less than $1000 in Albania and heaven, in the area where he lives. I would love to do this for the rest of my life. And I am 80 years old now this week.
I did a three month trip with a tiny backpack like he uses but you have to keep moving or people will notice that you only have a limited wardrobe, to say the least.
@@WarrenJulieTravel On one extended trip I got tired of one of the three shirts I brought with me. I bought a new shirt and gave the old one to someone who could obviously enjoy my old shirt. I traveled with a woman friend who carried almost nothing. If we got into a place where it was colder she would buy an inexpensive sweater in the market, wear it while we were there, and give it to someone as we left.
Steve - I do slow travel and have only 4 shirts; I started with 3 but had to buy another to go with a sweater. It really doesn't matter what you wear. You're probably not out to impress anyone. Frankly, I don't think most people take any notice. Please don't let that stop you from traveling. The Other Warren
Ian - When I can, I walk about 10,000 steps a day. From my apartment to the waterfront is 5,000 steps, so one trip and I'm half way done. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
In Retirement we usually have far more freedom to choose our life style. Warren's doesn't appeal to me. Oh, and I'm seven years his senior (I'm 88 in April) I started work at 15, left at 59 and have been so-called 'retired' for 29. I go to the gym twice weekly, pump iron, ride 'the bike to nowhere' and do my stretches. I'm also into hatha yoga, twice daily Vipassana meditation, and go for a walk most days. And, yes, I've had a full and adventurous life, too - even a year as an Antarctic expeditioner. With all that I'm still married to the same little lady after 64 years, have three grown up children, four grown up grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Oh...we also manage to live on around $1500 a month, too. ...but then again, owning our own home helps.
Was curious and browsed your channel. It seemed you were 88 years, not well, had breath difficulty, struggling to speak like a car out of gasoline, not bouncing or walked around like the other Warren. You should slow down - and enjoy life
@@gambaridup okay I just looked after your comment, he has a YT channel he’s trying to pump. That’s why he’s over here trying to build himself up instead of appreciating the message of the interview.
Thanks for the compliment. I have Medicare, Travel Insurance, and Major Medical. I haven't had to use any of them. Remember, much of the world may be cheaper than where you are. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
I'm very frustrated that you didn't include a link to Warren's blog I tried to look it up from the info on screen and could not find it. I still want to if you feel like putting it under your video where most people would look for it
We put it in the video several times and it is in the video description. He is getting messages. It it www.travelsketches.info you are probably typing.com
Carol - I live on less than $1500/month which includes my travel. I think the only exception was the long travel to Europe (though fortunately I got a 50% ticket). I walk evverywhere. I have very rarely taken a taxi. I did house-sitting in England for 3-1/2 months and got a 1/3-off train pass. That helped. Remember. With slow travel, you not traveling that frequently. Thanks for asking. The Other Warren
Just happened across your site and interview with Warren… thanks so much for that. I’m 65, very active (mostly cycling), and would very much like to “nomad” in Europe on a budget. But I have a question that I can’t seem to find an answer to… hoping you can help. What’s the secret to spending so much time in other countries when I only have a US passport? I’m familiar with Schengen countries and the “90-day in 180 days” rule, which makes it so difficult to stay overseas for extended periods. What’s the plan for getting around that, especially in non-Schengen countries? Are other countries more lenient? How do you manage this? How does the “other Warren” do it? Seems if I could figure this out, I’d make the leap. Thanks for your help and your videos.
But you can do it. It's true that most European countries are in the Schengen Zone, while those that are not are still doable. We do what we call the Schengen Shuffle. You can stay in a Schengen country for 90 days, move on to a nonSchengen country, and continue going back and forth. That's true for most all people. Americans can stay in Albania for 12 months without a visa and then have to leave for 3. They then can come back and start another 12 months. The countries of Georgia and Armenia also allow anyone 12 months. Then, of course, there's Asia which is not Schengen. Don't think you can't do it. You can. Thanks for asking the question. The Other Warren
Please see my reply directly above. You generally can stay only 3 months in most countries and then have to leave for 3 months. You must also take into account the Schengen Shuffle. Asia is another matter. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
6-12 months at a time is not easy in most countries. There are some exceptions, but 3 months is much easier than 6-12. We have a video coming out tomorrow that I think you may find of particular interest.
I looked in Airbnb and found no airbnbs for that price. Most were 800 and up per month for long term. I looked at 2025 too. Have things really doubled? Also there isn’t much available.
When you use Airbnb, make sure you put the maximum price you are looking to pay. If you do not put a maximum you will get whatever AirBnB will show you first.
I just rented 2 apartments for around US $650/month. It's the summer time, so I have to accept higher rents. In Albania, I pay $450 for a nice apartment. It can be done if yu search.
@@dannyho6786 No Starbucks. In fact, Sarandë has no chain fast food establishments. That's not true in other parts of the country. Natives drink a lot of espressos. The Other Warren
I just asked him this question for you. He said he does not take any medication’s. I can tell you from experience we are able to find most of anything we need abroad at much less than the cost in the USA
Yes and here is his response: Yes, I continue to elect Medicare in case I ever have to go back to the US. I also carry travel insurance and have a major medical policy. Hope that helps. See you later today.
@@WarrenJulieTravel Medicare A and B. If one is traveling full time and not returning to the States. I wonder if paying for Part B is necessary (Part A hospital is permanent - usually no cost). Returning to the States for a medical issue, one would need to find a doctor that accepts Original Medicare, be diagnosed and referred to an accepting hospital if needed.
@@stevenjb.9275 You have it exactly right. I've been waiting to see if I really want to continue outside the US and, if I do, I will try to eliminate Part B. I can't advise you on that as I haven't tried. I asked the question once and was told no I couldn't drop Part B, but I don't think that phone person was well educated on the subject. I do keep drug overage also, for now at least. I would suggest you talk with an expert. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
This is his response: Yes, I continue to elect Medicare in case I ever have to go back to the US. I also carry travel insurance and have a major medical policy. Hope that helps. See you later today.
Great video. What I find a bit mis leading is the $450 per month price tag for the apartment. Looking on Airbnb there is no such price anywhere at all. Can you state where exactly is this location please.
I just looked and found some? Use your filters and place a max of $550 to see these properties. Airbnb may not be showing you the lowest without guidance. I searched the month of April. Monthly prices will go up for the summer season.
@@WarrenJulieTravel great thank you. I’ll try again. We are from Australia with family in italy. Looking at Albania for a true change in lifestyle. The cost of living in Australia is through the roof and getting worse. What area is the apartment Warren is living in please.
@@WarrenJulieTravel probably best not to reveal his location for safety reasons. If the OP can't figure it out from the video, which essentially you blatantly said what it was in the video then the OP probably isn't gonna make it traveling the world solo ( lol). There are definitely people out here stalking UA-camrs. Be safe! Anyway thanks for the video I love it.
There's nothing unique about $450.00/month. I have been traveling since 2021 and, with one exception, $450/month has always been my rent wherever I've lived. This apartment, which I'm now leaving, was not listed on Airbnb. If you can, always contact the owner/manager directly to save on the price. If you don't know who the owner is, look at ads and on social media.
Richard - We just had an expat potluck today and your answer was a topic of conversation with us. I could only counter in the conversation that I had investments doing the same thing for me. I'm glad now I don't have property. You raise a valid concern. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
We have no issues dealing with languages in other countries. We use Google Translate for most menus and grocery items and generally do not have any problems. The most difficult part of it is generally at local markets, because we can’t figure out the exact cost of something when someone tells it to us in another language. Overall, it’s not really an issue.
Language has not really been a problem as many people, especially the younger people, speak English. Learning at least a few words in each country is appreciated by the locals. The Other Warren
This was asked earlier. Here’s his response: Yes, I continue to elect Medicare in case I ever have to go back to the US. I also carry travel insurance and have a major medical policy. Hope that helps.
Good for him ! But most 80 year olds have numerous health issues! Living and travelling alone can be very challenging and not safe ! At that age most people need to be checked on for welfare check! I guess he is a feisty one 👍
I'm blessed with relatively good health, so traveling alone is not much of a problem. I just go. Hopefully nothing will stop me for awhile. The Other Warren
I used to say it correctly, but when American people hear me say it they look at me a bit differently 😃 so now we just opt for how we have always heard it in the US.
You mean his social security he was forced to pay into, if he was allowed to invest himself would be way more than he will ever collect from SS? What is not enough for him to live on in the US.
My US expenses were not that much more than my current expenses. Rent is about the same, food is somewhat lower. I did have car expense in the US but not now. I don't think that my expenses have changed that much. The Other Warren
i dont think that you have same level of apartment and size of it like him in Albania and he will have better and for free basically heqaltcare if something happens @@warrenr.johnson7990
That is not true. I just looked at apartments in the town where I live, which happens to be the state capital. There are several apartments under $1,000 and one for $550.
in USA you cannot rent nothing for this money or you must live with strangers and share expenses and that its not fine when you go over 60 @@WarrenJulieTravel
See my response above. I lived in Panamá in a yurt (glorified tent) for $500/month. That has been the highest rent I have paid since traveling. The Other Warren
In order to be able to live overseas comfortably, not luxuriously, but comfortably you must have a lot of savings or have a skill or a trade that is in demand. It all costs money 💰, no one is going to give be you anything for free. I’m all for leaving America for good, because of all the mess and chaos the establishment (the swamp) has created, but without some sort of solid and sufficient income it’s equivalent of jumping from frying pan into fire 🔥.
I live on passive income. I do not have a job. Remember, I'm an old guy. I get Social Security and I've had time to accrue the other sources. It's all individual. Where there's a will, there's a way. Think positively. You might be able to make it work. The Other Warren
@@warrenr.johnson7990: If it was only that simple! For some, like yourself, depending on the circumstances and your situation and talents, it can work, but for majority of the people it’s not realistic. Who wouldn’t want to be able to have passive income?
This is a man who knows himself. 2 bags and a wanderlust. Not hindered by things or other's opinions of him. What a great life!!
We agree! Thanks for watching.
Craig - How kind of you. I appreciate your response. The Other Warren
I'm a 65 year old female and have been slow traveling on 1200 a month for a few years. When I first started out it was barely 950.
I completely understand. When we started slow traveling in 2020, things were much less expensive than now. Lodging could be found for 30-40 percent less per month. I hope you enjoy your travels! Thanks for watching us and sharing your story.
Well, I've got nothing over you. I think I could learn from you Thanks for sharing The Other Warren
Good for you. Wish I could do the same but having pets seems not feasible for me.
@@graceweber2822 Have you seen the video about traveling with pets uploaded by Julie and Warren here on UA-cam? They travel with 2 dogs. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
@warrenr.johnson7990 you have a YTchannel?
A backpack and a computer.
Warren you're my hero.
What freedom.
Happy travels 😊🌍🙏
He’s quite an inspirational man.
The Chris - I let it all go and have few regrets. You, too, can do it. The Other Warren
Thank you
I'm getting there😊🙏🌍
What a wonderful man and inspiration. To see him, at 81, walking with such a bounce to his step. His eyes express a vibrancy for life. I loved his travel packing - a small backpack and a satchel. "No rocking chair", i may have a t-shirt made with that slogan.
He actually walks a very quick pace, I wanted to make sure I captured it on video to show his energy.
Thanks for responding. I actually love rocking chairs. It's just that I don't want to spend the rest of my life in one. - The other Warren
The fact that he tries to walk everywhere instead of taking public transportation is a such a smart way to maintain his good health, and probably one of the main reasons he is doing so well at 81.
He’s in great health. I think he could potentially out walk me, lol!
I walk because I choose to walk and I walk in order to keep walking. Fitness matters in old age.
Bravo to this man for his adventurous and courageous spirit.
You, too, can have the same spirit. You only have to start at the beginning. Thanks for watching. The Other Warren
We agree!
always inspiring to see single and older folks just doing what they feel called to do. You make a good point Warren (the original): we need to just get out there and don’t expect someone to take us by the hand and do it. Since my husband passed several years ago, I went south for several months and continued to just go ahead and not let fear or being alone stop me. I heard a great quote once something like when you go forward to meet your dreams, all these amazing sychronicities happen and start opening up for you. But you have to take the chance, and whether or not you are afraid, you have to have the courage to take risks. I think a lot of people want to do things but fear, insecurity, etc holds them back. Or fear of failure. It doesn’t mean that everything will be perfect and there won’t be challenges along the way (like loneliness, getting sick (like food poisoning!), discomfort, getting lost, feeling alone, but that’s life...
I am almost 64 and a full time RVer for the last five years.. I've met 80+ year old people travelling full time in camper vans in the US. This one lady told me that she was 85 and has been travelling full time in her campervan since she was 70 years old. I met this 82 year old guy who has been travelling the US full time in a campervan for the last 20 years. They were are as spry as one can be and full of plans for the future.
Yes, there is a reason a lot of people do not achieve their dreams, why they don’t take a promotion or reach for a promotion that could get them to Retirement quicker. Fear can disable a person from even trying to reach their dream, fear invents excuses to not move forward. The old quote "For of all sad words of tongue or pen, The saddest are these: 'It might have been!' "
It’s amazing how many people are out there doing this type of lifestyle at an advanced age that we are crossing paths with. So many in this age bracket believe their time has passed them by, and it’s not possible for them to check off their bucket list any longer.
@@WarrenJulieTravel I met the 85 yr old lady right in the beginning of my RV travels. What a stroke of luck that was for me! She told me that most of her friends are dead or just sitting and staring in front of them. That totally resonated with me since my parents were right there. Then she said that one day they'll find her in her RV and that was okay with her. When she walked off I thought that here I am pushing 60 and I just met my very first role model.
@@WarrenJulieTravel It’s so great that you are sharing the experiences of people over 50, 60++. You are too right about people feeling it is too late - I noticed this even in those who are younger who have given up already. As Dylaln Thomas wrote: “Rage, rage against the dying of the light”. Never give up on your dreams, big or small.
We agree that Sarande is a beautiful city where one can live comfortably on a modest budget. We have thoroughly enjoyed the past 5 months living here. Friendly locals, great scenery, nice weather, active expat community and budget friendly are a few of the reasons why.
Well said!
Thanks, Paul. Friendships add to the beauty of Sarandë. I appeciate your commenting. - The Other Warren
What a lovely gentleman I admire him great interview thank you
Thank you, I’m sure he’s going to enjoy reading the comment.
Thanks for the compliment, Robert. The video taught me I have to stap eating! The Other Warren
I will be 62 in June and this is exactly what I needed to hear. I just renewed my passport so I'm good till 2034 And I'm ready to go. I'm selling my house where I don't give away we'll be in storage for if and when I come back to the US for any reason mostly just to visit family. So this was a great video for me to see, thank you Warren Warren and Julie.
You got this! Best of luck. Enjoy your travels.
Brad - It's all stuff. You truly can live without it. Give it a try. Even a short trip might get you started. The Other Warren
Wow, what an inspiration! I'm still working on getting up the guts to do the same in a few short years! This lovely gentleman gives me hope!!! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching 😀glad he’s inspiring you 😁
If you're born to roam, then you must. Go now. If you don't, you'll regret it later. The Other Warren
Americans seem to be stuck up on medical insurance. There is all kinds of long term travel insurance and most places in Asia medical expenses are a fration of the west and in fact people fly from the west to Malysia and Thailand to get stuff done.
Unfortunately, it’s very true, sad part is in the United States. If you have the simplest procedure done without insurance, you will find yourself going bankrupt if you do not have a sizable savings. We of course, have insurance on us as we travel, but we have a large deductible and it’s only there in case there’s a catastrophic situation. I would trust a doctor in most of the countries we go to just as well as I would any doctor in the United States. For some reason many Americans believe the doctors in the US hospitals are the best in the world, and that everybody else is second class in medical care. Maybe it’s all of those medical-based TV shows on TV.
Carl - Sounds like you're aleady ahead of the game. What little care I've needed has been excellent and very cost affordable. The Other Warren
@@WarrenJulieTravelmy insurance here has a $9k deductible in the USA. If I use their drs. If I don’t it can go up to $18k. It’s through affordable care act. It’s only 3.42 month though. But if I take more $ out of retirement it goes up.
@WarrenJulieTravel I've been to Mexico several times for dental work, and it was every bit as good as US dental, not to mention a two-year guarantee😊
When I was in Thailand years ago, a friend said she did not understand why people in the U.S. used health insurance until hearing about the costs. She said people she knows in Bangkok and around the country pay cash for medical care. Insurance was an unknown concept there.
My wife and I travel the world in our retirement and have no worries about medical care. We always have full medical care via insurance that provides us with full medical care with no out of pocket expenses. It also provides us with emergency air ambulance flight with nurses and doctors back to the US.
So true! Same here and we don’t worry about a 25% coinsurance like we had in the US. Our medical care has been outstanding abroad
Scott - Kudos for being informed. You do well and will inspire others. Thanks for responding. The Other Warren
@user-mw3dd6ys1u Currently you would do fine with the SS income. I trust that will stay true in 4 years. I spend less than that each month, and I'm probably over insured with health insurance. The Other Warren
WHERE AND HOW TO GET INSURANCE AS YOU TRAVEL SAY WHAT U HAVE WTF! HOW WHO WHERE TO GET IT????
@user-mw3dd6ys1u you can run quotes at warrenjulietravel.com look for my links under the international medical insurance tab
Hey it’s Boquete yurt Warren! So cool to see this video. Yes, he really does travel with just a backpack. We had the pleasure of knowing Warren here in Panama and we were all sad to see him go. But happy to see him traveling to so many fun places. Hello from Holly and Michael.
I’m so glad you found the video. He is a great guy. Thanks for watching us. 😃
Oh, my dear friends. How nice that you found me and were even complimentary :). I miss you all. Thanks for commenting. The Other Warren
@@WarrenJulieTravelCool, we have enjoyed your video, especially Albania.
😮💪 Thanks Mr. Warren for sharing your story with us all on
J & W's channel.
Another great interview 👏 I shared this with a 72 year friend of mine. 👍
Thanks for sharing!! 😁❤️
I was flattered to have been asked. Thanks for watching it. The Other Warren
That’s what you call ideal outcome. Congrats to Warren into the future.
Thanks for the "congrats". I hope to keep on traveling while I can. The Other Warren
We agree!
Warren is such an inspiration! I’m 65 and retiring soon but can’t afford the USA. The health care costs scares the pants off me. I’m wanting to live somewhere where I can take public transportation
Let me suggest Italy. If you want to own your own place there are some very good real estate prices. I bought a two bedroom apartment in a medieval hilltop village for less than $35k. Within a half mile walk I have a very decent supermarket, a pharmacy, a hospital, two bakeries, a butcher, a produce store, and lots of other stuff. On Thursday there's a large open air market selling produce, seafood, cheese, clothes, and household goods. There are multiple public buses to two cities less than an hour away. Easy to live without needing a car.
We would love to interview you and show your home. If you are interested email us at warrenjulietravel@gmail.com
Sounds great! I will put Italy on my list.
@@saraquips
Let me suggest two sites you might want to check out. I'm not recommending these people, I've done no business with them, but they seem to be legit and you can learn a lot by watching their videos
Karl Pierre. Karl bought a small house in Sicily for $5k (or 5k euros, I don't remember which). It is basically a ground floor living space and second floor (European numbering) bedroom/bath. He describes it as livable when he got it. He's fixed it up into something quite nice. He's probably talked about the cost in one of his videos, what I remember is that he spend $5k on the downstairs, mainly on the kitchen cabinets and appliances.
ua-cam.com/video/uoZvcOE9nwo/v-deo.html
Chris at Super-Savvy Travelers
Chris and her husband were in the real estate business in California and now live in Southern Italy where they run a B&B as well as assist people with finding places to buy and renovate.
www.supersavvytravelers.com/
Sicily and the southern tip of Italy are where one can find some very affordable properties. I ran into a local (California) nurse who, along with her husband, bought a move-in ready house in Sicily for $16k. Complete with furniture.
There are some very good prices in small villages but check carefully for public transportation. There's a guy who posts properties in the Abruzzo area and, at least in the past, said that there was public transportation. That's not what I found. Neither Google Maps nor Rome2Rio shows any way to get from those villages to a city except by private car or an expensive taxi ride. The same is true, I found for small remote villages in Sicily.
I'd also suggest you use Idealista. www.idealista.it/en/
There's no multiple listing service in Italy like we have in the US. But sellers will post their properties on sites like Idealista. You can set screens and start learning what you can get for your dollar. I'd suggest you set an upper limit for your budget, leaving ample funds for renovations and remodeling. Perhaps set a lower limit as the really inexpensive places are typically in very bad shape or are in remote villages with no public transportation.
Perhaps pick some regions that interest you. (Perhaps avoid inland mountain areas where earthquakes are more common.)
You might never decide to move to Italy but what you learn can be applied to other parts of the world. There are lots of options where one can retire and live a much more comfortable life than in the US for the same amount of money.
Sara - I hear you. Just what I thought, so I left. I have no car and use very little public transportation wherever I am. I prefer walking and I get around just fine. You, too, can do it. - The Other Waren
That Airbnb is beautiful 😍
I'm living in an apartment which I found through Facebook. It's quite nice, with a view of the Ionian Sea. Can't beat it for 450.00 local currency/month (472.00 US $). Very reasonable. The Other Warren
@@warrenr.johnson7990the Other Warren. Do you plan on staying in the apartment through the summer months. If so did you lock in the rental rate; summer month rentals can jump 3X the off-season rates.
@@stevenjb.9275 You're right about the price escalation. I'm leaving for the summer for 4 months. Then I'll likely return. Sounds like you have knowledge about Albania? Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
My youngest daughter went to Romania (Transylvania area) alone and enjoyed it so much, that she wants to go back. Great for you to travel the world. I would love to do this, but no way would my husband want to join me, and I wouldn't go alone, because I have no sense of direction lol. My head is in the clouds as my daughters say.
Pearl - I wouldn't want to encourage you to leave without your husband. But should you ever go, there are tools you can use to get to where you want to go. One "tool" for me has been to just put one foot ahead of the other and keep going. Thanks for responding. The Other Warren
We love Romania and especially the Transylvania area, in particular Brasov, is a favorite. You should definitely visit if you have the chance.
Was it the vampires?
Blessed with health and doing something with it.
He’s truly blessed and making the most of his life.
I guess I'm lucky and acting on it. Can't you? The Othe Warren
@@warrenr.johnson7990 It's an interesting question. I lived the-way-of-the-Warren in my 20s, I just didn't realize it was a thing then. 300 baud modem when I hit 28 slowed my pull into the information age. Being single tends to be a norm for many at least at points in ones life. Being with a partner that shares the nomad life is more of a unicorn condition. Both are blessings in their own right. Health, well you can do the best you can, but it's not really all in your hands. Then it's about coping. To that end, I'm acting on it.
Great video! I shared it with my Aunt (77 years old) who is afraid to leave America. My husband and I are in our 40’s. We moved to Portugal. We should have done it sooner. Just subscribed.
Thanks! Your aunt may be inspired by our 83 and 84 year old nomads too! They are delightful. We enjoyed interviewing them.
Please tell your aunt (again) that she need not fear. Life is too short for encumbrances. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
Warren is so cool and accomplished. I hope to meet him on our travels someday.
He’s a fascinating man. Thanks for watching us.
Shea - Take the road less traveled and we may meet. Go for it. Thanks for responding. The Other Warren
I met Warren last year in Cuenca at a restaurant with a lunch group. Interesting to see what he is up to now.
He’s a really great guy.
Thank for watching:)
Thanks, Mary. Your own travels will be coming up soon and I know you will enjoy them.
He will be happier in Albania he would ever have been in the US
Absolutely, he can live so much better on his budget than he ever could in the United States.
in usa he will be homeless with 1500$ monthly
What a nice gentleman . I would have love to try this kind of adventure, but i have a wonderful 17 month grandson, Gaël , and i did not think i would be so attached to this fantastic sunny little boy . I don’t want to be far from him, we share a super bound!
Family is so important. I think you should enjoy every moment with your grandson. The day may come when you will feel like stretching your wings a bit. Enjoy the moment. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
You have to do what is best for you. Perhaps in a few years you will be ready for a bit more adventure. Thanks for watching us.
Wish the best for him!!
I’m sure he will appreciate reading this.
Thanks, Paul. I appreciate the sentiment. The Other Warren
Great interview! Really inspirational guy!
Lee - Thanks for the compliment. I used to wander the Harvard campus and now I'm wandering the world. The Other Warren
Yes, he is!
So great to see you having so much fun, Warren. You're a role model.
Thanks for the comment. Life is fun if you let it be. Best to you. The Other Warren
He has truly inspired so many people!
Hi Warren, I’m 70 and also from the US. Been traveling in Thailand and Cambidia for nearly 2 years and loving it. You’ve inspired me to try Albania especially since one can get a 1-year visa. Take care and “keep truckin” friend! 😎
Wes - As Bob Barker used to say, "Come on down". There are a lot of advantages to Albania in addition to the 12-month visa-free living. How about health care? As much as I understan it, it's mostly free. My best friend here just spent a night in the local hospital, was ambulanced to Tirana the next day, received surgery, and will be brought back here -- all for free. How do you beat that?!
Fantastic!
@@warrenr.johnson7990 - You don’t. That’s fantastic. Free healthcare and a 1-year visa! Wow. Once my apartment lease is up in mid-December of this year here in Siem Reap, Cambodia, I think I’ll head to Albania to where you’re at. Maybe we can meet up at D&D Pub there in Sarande if you’re still living there. At 70 years young, I still have a lot of travel miles left… just like you! Thanks for the encouragement.
Great video , loved the questions you asked .
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it 😁
What an inspiring story, and a very interesting Traveler for sure...keep well!
Glad you enjoyed it! He’s a really great guy and definitely leads an inspiring life. Thanks for watching.
I'm glad you were inspired. I'v never thought of myself as anything but an ordinary guy. Thanks for watching.
Wonderful interview! This man is an inspiration ❤
Thanks for watching:)
He sure is and he is just a great guy too!
Thanks for the compliment.
I just traveled through Vietnam. Hotels were $10 a night.
Yes, SE Asia is quite inexpensive. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
It's not quite that cheap in Albania, but we're ahead of many places. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
Really great & inspiring story…only one thing missing-“What’s in the backpack?.” Please, “Other Warren,” this enquiring mind NEEDS to know.
My backpak carries a few essential clothes, some "office" supplies, a pair of slippers for the cold floors, a bag of toiletries, an umbrella (which I've only used once). I think that's it. Interesting question. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
@@warrenr.johnson7990Thanks Warren! Amazed that you can live out of a backpack! 2 more questions, if you don’t mind:
(1) With the amount of walking you do, what brand of shoes do you wear? And do you have 2 pair to swap in & out of to counter moisture & wear?
(2) How do you secure/maintain “emergency contacts” as you travel to new locations alone? Do you check-in daily with family in the US or do you go to locations where you already have a friend-base? (My concern is being alone in a country I don’t know the language and having a serious medical or financial emergency)
I am glad Warren answered you:)
Wow that's amazing with 81 birthdays and he's a nomad with a carryon! After I completed my US military career at age 41 (don't really like using the word retired:)), I started clearing and selling properties. With exception of being stationed in different places, I mostly visit countries in less than a week. I get bored easily. To date, I completed over sixty cruises and visited over sixty countries. I actually rode the ferry from Corfu Greece to Sarandë Albania when Celebrity Beyond docked in Corfu Greece in May 2023. I have few more states to visit to complete my 50th states. I'll probably do slow travels in couple years. I agree western Europe being more expensive as I was stationed in Wiesbaden Germany in 2009. I am preparing for my visit to complete my Balkan Countries. Hope to meet y'all one day. Thanks and safe travels!
Wow, it sounds like you have had an amazing life.
Slow travel is a dream existence. We get bored very easily too and this lifestyle works for us.
If we do cross paths we would love to meet up.
Cliff - You have a great story. I have done 47 US states, but I can't begin to compare on countries visited. I will continue to add contries, but where that will stop, I don't know. Thanks for sharing your story. The Other Warren
Good to see you enjoying some sunshine, Warren, after a grey English winter 😀 And, yes, he really does travel with small backpack and computer bag
How nice to hear from you, Janet. I hope all is well with you and Rebel.
He’s a genuine guy. We love how he has inspired so many people with this one little video telling his beautiful life story.
As a beginner retirée i thank you!
Best of luck to you!
The price of his rent is cheaper than many places in Mexico.
Yes it is.
450 local currency ($472/month) seems to have been my standard rent wherever. Nothing wrong with Mexico, though. Thanks for writing The Other Warren
WHAT A GUY!!! Keep ENJOYING Your Life, Warren! HAPPY TRAVELS!!!💙 Thanks For This Video, The “Other” Warren and Julie. Hope I’ve Got Your Names Correctly!💁♀️
Our pleasure! Yes, Warren and Julie. Thanks for watching us.
Thanks, Aimee. I appreciate your writing. The Other Warren
I live on approx $1500 in the USA but i rent a small room for $600 with 3 other guys in the house. Id much rather have my own place but my rent would increase to at least $1000.
Unfortunately, the US has become so expensive.
if you have pension then you could go over sea,he lives like king with 1500$ in albania and even spain are pretty fine
Robert - The most I've ever paid in my travels is $500/month. Usually I pay $450. My budget is $1500, but I never reach that high. If you can leave the states, you might want to consider going elsewhere. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
Great video, thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching!
I appreciate your comment. Thanks!
What an inspiration! ❤️
Yes, he is! I love his packing style!
Thanks for the compliment. Will you be able to follow me? What was that old commercial: "Try it, you'll like it". The Other Warren
Wow! Beautiful apartment! And a very interesting Warren❤
He has a lovely place and is a great guy! Thanks for watching:)
Thanks for the compliment.
Where's the link to his UA-cam channel?
He does a blog not a video channel travelsketches.info
Awesome interview ❤
Thanks for commenting 😁
Thanks, Jerry, for watching.
Wondered why all these great comments about Warren?? Then I watched and now understand!!
He’s a great guy. 😃
Joe - You read the comments before watching the video? Kool. I'm glad you watched it. I only regret seeing what's happened to my weight in the last few months. I'm working hard now to change that. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
@@warrenr.johnson7990What is your medical insurance, other Warren
Also I think this is good for people with very little family in the USA. And no kids or grandkids. It’s $1000 each way for me to fly from there to seattle! But I could go for 3 mos at a time. The USA is $$$. I retired a few years ago but it’s costing me $40-$50k a year to live in a RV!
I think people have to do what works best for them. Sadly, the US is very expensive now.
Look for cheap air fares. They do exist. I did car traveling in the US (coast to coast, 4-1/2 months) for very little money, except gas. I wanted to go by RV, but I couldn't find one I liked or could afford . I don't think your RV expenses need to be as high as they are. Look for ways to trim those expenses.
Warren needs a portable keyboard that he can carry around with him, would of loved to hear him play.
I wish he had one! I would love to hear it too.
After 50 years of playing a musical keyboard, I am now happy playing a computer keyboard. Variety is the spice of life. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
How can I get in touch with warren living in albania? Living on less than $1000 in Albania and heaven, in the area where he lives. I would love to do this for the rest of my life. And I am 80 years old now this week.
You can write him through his blog. The information is in the video description.
Thanks for watching:)
@@WarrenJulieTravel I looked everywhere.I could not find it.That's what I asked
@@wvc72 you may have missed it when shown in the video, I looked it up. Here’s the link travelsketches.info/
See you in Bansko!
Thanks for watching us.
I did a three month trip with a tiny backpack like he uses but you have to keep moving or people will notice that you only have a limited wardrobe, to say the least.
Does it matter?
We pack a lot more than that but strangely we often wear a lot of the same pieces over and over. Minimal living truly is freeing.
@@WarrenJulieTravel
On one extended trip I got tired of one of the three shirts I brought with me. I bought a new shirt and gave the old one to someone who could obviously enjoy my old shirt.
I traveled with a woman friend who carried almost nothing. If we got into a place where it was colder she would buy an inexpensive sweater in the market, wear it while we were there, and give it to someone as we left.
Steve - I do slow travel and have only 4 shirts; I started with 3 but had to buy another to go with a sweater. It really doesn't matter what you wear. You're probably not out to impress anyone. Frankly, I don't think most people take any notice. Please don't let that stop you from traveling. The Other Warren
IMO - as long as one smells good - all is good.
Respect! 👊🏼
Thanks. I appreciate that you wrote. The Other Warren
Yes!
Excellent content
Thank you 😊 and thanks for watching.
It was pretty quick and off the cuff, but I'm pleased that you found it excellent. The Other Warren
Walking is very good for your health.👍
Yes it is
Well said
Ian - When I can, I walk about 10,000 steps a day. From my apartment to the waterfront is 5,000 steps, so one trip and I'm half way done. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
Julie - what kind of mattress topper do you travel with? I'm looking for ideas. A softer bed is a must for me! 🙂
Vitapur 😃
It’s the lavender one
Thanks! I'll check it out.@@WarrenJulieTravel
@@melhenline8438 just so you understand, we travel by car, so it goes with us in our car. It compresses into a duffel bag.
Thanks! I was actually wondering about that. @@WarrenJulieTravel
In Retirement we usually have far more freedom to choose our life style. Warren's doesn't appeal to me. Oh, and I'm seven years his senior (I'm 88 in April) I started work at 15, left at 59 and have been so-called 'retired' for 29. I go to the gym twice weekly, pump iron, ride 'the bike to nowhere' and do my stretches. I'm also into hatha yoga, twice daily Vipassana meditation, and go for a walk most days. And, yes, I've had a full and adventurous life, too - even a year as an Antarctic expeditioner. With all that I'm still married to the same little lady after 64 years, have three grown up children, four grown up grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Oh...we also manage to live on around $1500 a month, too. ...but then again, owning our own home helps.
Different strokes for different folks …
Forget me. You're an inspiration for all of us. Thanks for sharing your story. The Other Warren
Was curious and browsed your channel.
It seemed you were 88 years, not well, had breath difficulty, struggling to speak like a car out of gasoline, not bouncing or walked around like the other Warren.
You should slow down - and enjoy life
@@gambaridup okay I just looked after your comment, he has a YT channel he’s trying to pump. That’s why he’s over here trying to build himself up instead of appreciating the message of the interview.
Another great video and so nice to hear from a gentelman his age who is so active! Does he have medical insurance? If so, what? Thanks!
Thanks for watching us. We do not think Warren has medical insurance. He pays cash for necessary medical care.
Thanks for the compliment. I have Medicare, Travel Insurance, and Major Medical. I haven't had to use any of them. Remember, much of the world may be cheaper than where you are. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
Where do you go for winter? You're an inspiration.
I don't know about winter yet. Any suggestions? The Other Warren
Turquoise coast Turkey
Great suggestion!!!
I'm very frustrated that you didn't include a link to Warren's blog I tried to look it up from the info on screen and could not find it. I still want to if you feel like putting it under your video where most people would look for it
We put it in the video several times and it is in the video description. He is getting messages. It it www.travelsketches.info you are probably typing.com
How does he budget travel costs? How does he get around where he stays? Is that all in his budget?
He budgets around $600 per month for his lodging and he uses public transportation.
Carol - I live on less than $1500/month which includes my travel. I think the only exception was the long travel to Europe (though fortunately I got a 50% ticket). I walk evverywhere. I have very rarely taken a taxi. I did house-sitting in England for 3-1/2 months and got a 1/3-off train pass. That helped. Remember. With slow travel, you not traveling that frequently. Thanks for asking. The Other Warren
Just happened across your site and interview with Warren… thanks so much for that. I’m 65, very active (mostly cycling), and would very much like to “nomad” in Europe on a budget. But I have a question that I can’t seem to find an answer to… hoping you can help. What’s the secret to spending so much time in other countries when I only have a US passport? I’m familiar with Schengen countries and the “90-day in 180 days” rule, which makes it so difficult to stay overseas for extended periods. What’s the plan for getting around that, especially in non-Schengen countries? Are other countries more lenient? How do you manage this? How does the “other Warren” do it? Seems if I could figure this out, I’d make the leap. Thanks for your help and your videos.
But you can do it. It's true that most European countries are in the Schengen Zone, while those that are not are still doable. We do what we call the Schengen Shuffle. You can stay in a Schengen country for 90 days, move on to a nonSchengen country, and continue going back and forth. That's true for most all people. Americans can stay in Albania for 12 months without a visa and then have to leave for 3. They then can come back and start another 12 months. The countries of Georgia and Armenia also allow anyone 12 months. Then, of course, there's Asia which is not Schengen. Don't think you can't do it. You can. Thanks for asking the question. The Other Warren
We have done many videos on this subject and we have a new one coming out tomorrow that should really help you understand the "way" to do it.
I am very interested in Slow Travel for the next 5 years. I would like to spend 6 to 12 months per country or place.
Please see my reply directly above. You generally can stay only 3 months in most countries and then have to leave for 3 months. You must also take into account the Schengen Shuffle. Asia is another matter. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
6-12 months at a time is not easy in most countries. There are some exceptions, but 3 months is much easier than 6-12. We have a video coming out tomorrow that I think you may find of particular interest.
My hero
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Wayne - No, I don't change costumes in a phone booth. I'm just an average guy. Thanks for the compliment, though. The Other Warren
I’m 67 and just started my 2nd year of full time travel. I only figured I had a few years left to do it, but you have given me inspiration.
I looked in Airbnb and found no airbnbs for that price. Most were 800 and up per month for long term. I looked at 2025 too. Have things really doubled? Also there isn’t much available.
When you use Airbnb, make sure you put the maximum price you are looking to pay. If you do not put a maximum you will get whatever AirBnB will show you first.
I just rented 2 apartments for around US $650/month. It's the summer time, so I have to accept higher rents. In Albania, I pay $450 for a nice apartment. It can be done if yu search.
How long can a US citizen stay in Albania?
360 days. After 360 days you must depart from the country for 90 days before returning and can repeat it again.
is there starbucks over there ?
@@dannyho6786
You need to get out more. Starbucks is a joke compared to the local cafes in other countries.
@@dannyho6786 No Starbucks. In fact, Sarandë has no chain fast food establishments. That's not true in other parts of the country. Natives drink a lot of espressos. The Other Warren
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I’m sure he will consider that someday.
So I've heard. Maybe some day. Thanks for the suggestion. The Other Warren
I’m wondering if he takes any medication and what it costs him during his travels
I just asked him this question for you. He said he does not take any medication’s. I can tell you from experience we are able to find most of anything we need abroad at much less than the cost in the USA
James - See the other answer from Julie. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
please - what is the mattress topper that Julie travels with?
Vitapur lavender
We do travel by car and we do keep it in a duffel bag .
Does he get social security and did he choose to take medicare?
Yes and here is his response:
Yes, I continue to elect Medicare in case I ever have to go back to the US. I also carry travel insurance and have a major medical policy. Hope that helps. See you later today.
@@WarrenJulieTravel Medicare A and B. If one is traveling full time and not returning to the States. I wonder if paying for Part B is necessary (Part A hospital is permanent - usually no cost). Returning to the States for a medical issue, one would need to find a doctor that accepts Original Medicare, be diagnosed and referred to an accepting hospital if needed.
@@stevenjb.9275 You have it exactly right. I've been waiting to see if I really want to continue outside the US and, if I do, I will try to eliminate Part B. I can't advise you on that as I haven't tried. I asked the question once and was told no I couldn't drop Part B, but I don't think that phone person was well educated on the subject. I do keep drug overage also, for now at least. I would suggest you talk with an expert. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
6:35 do you have a specific travel insurance?
This is his response:
Yes, I continue to elect Medicare in case I ever have to go back to the US. I also carry travel insurance and have a major medical policy. Hope that helps. See you later today.
I use IMG, as does the other Warren.
IMG coverage stops at 75, I think.
@@dennispack4119 I paid for coverage at age 80. The first Warren represents them and can seak to your concern. Thanks! The Other Warren
Great video. What I find a bit mis leading is the $450 per month price tag for the apartment. Looking on Airbnb there is no such price anywhere at all. Can you state where exactly is this location please.
I just looked and found some? Use your filters and place a max of $550 to see these properties. Airbnb may not be showing you the lowest without guidance. I searched the month of April. Monthly prices will go up for the summer season.
@@WarrenJulieTravel great thank you. I’ll try again. We are from Australia with family in italy. Looking at Albania for a true change in lifestyle. The cost of living in Australia is through the roof and getting worse. What area is the apartment Warren is living in please.
@@ItalianPropertyTours he is near Hotel Apollon.
@@WarrenJulieTravel probably best not to reveal his location for safety reasons. If the OP can't figure it out from the video, which essentially you blatantly said what it was in the video then the OP probably isn't gonna make it traveling the world solo ( lol). There are definitely people out here stalking UA-camrs. Be safe! Anyway thanks for the video I love it.
There's nothing unique about $450.00/month. I have been traveling since 2021 and, with one exception, $450/month has always been my rent wherever I've lived. This apartment, which I'm now leaving, was not listed on Airbnb. If you can, always contact the owner/manager directly to save on the price. If you don't know who the owner is, look at ads and on social media.
Excellent
Thank you! Cheers!
Thank you! Cheers!
As a warrior, you, too, can travel. Give it a try. The Other Warren
Didn't see his vlog name.
Travelsketches.info
I tried both of "other Warren's " web addresses.....no success. I'd like to read his blog. How? Thank you.
Travelsketches.info
I’m sure he would love to have you read it
Thanks for watching
Thanks!😊 His journals are delightful.
I wish to some day excape my life of indentured servitude.
I hope you achieve your dreams.
Ah freedom. It can't be beat. Good luck. The Other Warren
Every young person should be taught you need at least 2 debt free properties by the time you retire. One for income and one to live in.
That’s a great idea and would be a perfect way to retire comfortably.
Richard - We just had an expat potluck today and your answer was a topic of conversation with us. I could only counter in the conversation that I had investments doing the same thing for me. I'm glad now I don't have property. You raise a valid concern. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
@@warrenr.johnson7990 I'm very thankful I have property. It's appreciated, it's a savings account and mentally it makes me feel good.
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Thanks for watching😁
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IS HE ONLY ON SOCIAL SECURITY WHAT ELSE DOES HE USE FOR INCOME
He has social security and lives on a budget.
I have 4 passive incomes, all of which add up to little. Thanks for asking. The Other Warren
What about dealing with the language?
We have no issues dealing with languages in other countries. We use Google Translate for most menus and grocery items and generally do not have any problems.
The most difficult part of it is generally at local markets, because we can’t figure out the exact cost of something when someone tells it to us in another language.
Overall, it’s not really an issue.
Language has not really been a problem as many people, especially the younger people, speak English. Learning at least a few words in each country is appreciated by the locals. The Other Warren
You need to mike your subjects. Hard to hear.
Hmm, not sure how to respond. We don’t have an audio issue watching it on phone or tv, we did have a microphone in use.
You came in loud and clear. It was much harder to hear other Warren at times particularly when he was standing.@@WarrenJulieTravel
Health insurance?
This was asked earlier. Here’s his response:
Yes, I continue to elect Medicare in case I ever have to go back to the US. I also carry travel insurance and have a major medical policy. Hope that helps.
See the response from Julie. Thanks for asking. The Other Warren
what about language?
Many Albanian people speak English, but we all manage through language barriers. For shopping and menus we use Google Translate a lot
See the other responses. Thanks for writing. The Other Warren
Good for him ! But most 80 year olds have numerous health issues! Living and travelling alone can be very challenging and not safe ! At that age most people need to be checked on for welfare check! I guess he is a feisty one 👍
He’s in great health. I think his life is inspiring and he doesn’t let the what ifs stop him. Thanks for watching.
I'm blessed with relatively good health, so traveling alone is not much of a problem. I just go. Hopefully nothing will stop me for awhile. The Other Warren
Was there any issues with a language barrier
Albanians speak English increasingly
Many Albanian people speak English quite well. We use Google translate for restaurants and supermarkets as necessary.
I'm pioneering glorified consciousness.
Okay 👍
Maybe you need to start your vid with sone social chit chat ,very cold start asking how much he pays in the second sentence. Very awkward
We will look forward to watching your channel so you can show us how to do it.
Kilometers is pronounced kilo-meters, same as kilo-grams.
Not ka-lom-it-ters.
Drunks started to say kalomitters and the bad habit was born.
I used to say it correctly, but when American people hear me say it they look at me a bit differently 😃 so now we just opt for how we have always heard it in the US.
Retired and stacked in shoe boxes. :/
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he says there is nothing for him in the usa but he travel on usa money mabye he should give up his govt money then
You mean his social security he was forced to pay into, if he was allowed to invest himself would be way more than he will ever collect from SS? What is not enough for him to live on in the US.
He worked very hard for those benefits, but just imagine if he tried to live on $1500 in the US. He could not.
in Albania 1500$ monthly are like in usa 15000$ if not more depend on city
This is true.
My US expenses were not that much more than my current expenses. Rent is about the same, food is somewhat lower. I did have car expense in the US but not now. I don't think that my expenses have changed that much. The Other Warren
i dont think that you have same level of apartment and size of it like him in Albania and he will have better and for free basically heqaltcare if something happens @@warrenr.johnson7990
in usa you can get only life in tent at street for 1500$ monthly
Sad, but true
That is not true. I just looked at apartments in the town where I live, which happens to be the state capital. There are several apartments under $1,000 and one for $550.
I think what’s missing is that’s only your Rent.
This man lives his life under $1500 per month and sometimes as little as $900 per month
in USA you cannot rent nothing for this money or you must live with strangers and share expenses and that its not fine when you go over 60 @@WarrenJulieTravel
See my response above. I lived in Panamá in a yurt (glorified tent) for $500/month. That has been the highest rent I have paid since traveling. The Other Warren
In order to be able to live overseas comfortably, not luxuriously, but comfortably you must have a lot of savings or have a skill or a trade that is in demand. It all costs money 💰, no one is going to give be you anything for free. I’m all for leaving America for good, because of all the mess and chaos the establishment (the swamp) has created, but without some sort of solid and sufficient income it’s equivalent of jumping from frying pan into fire 🔥.
This is well said. For pensioners, this is not an issue. It’s just far less expensive to live in many places outside of the US.
I live on passive income. I do not have a job. Remember, I'm an old guy. I get Social Security and I've had time to accrue the other sources. It's all individual. Where there's a will, there's a way. Think positively. You might be able to make it work. The Other Warren
@@warrenr.johnson7990: If it was only that simple! For some, like yourself, depending on the circumstances and your situation and talents, it can work, but for majority of the people it’s not realistic. Who wouldn’t want to be able to have passive income?
Where is this at ? What country ?
Albania
Saranda Albania