People assume you're on a permanent holiday | A Talk About Life in Greece | Expats in Greece (Ep. 1)

Living on a Greek Island presents a brand new series of interviews with expats living in Greece, produced by HelloFromParadise. We're talking with the "lucky" ones that dreamt about relocating to Greece or retiring to Greece. We're talking with the ones that made their dreams happen. We're talking with the ones that had the courage and took the leap of faith of completely changing their lives, adapting to a different culture and build everything from scratch.

Meet Theresa Kewell. She's a British citizen living on Lefkada Island, one of the most beautiful Ionian Islands in Greece. She's been here for many years and she was happy to share her ex-pat story. She has an interesting life story, she sailed a lot, she lived in Spain as ex-pat, but ... like many sailors, she ended up living in Greece. Greece is a playground for sailing and offers a lot more sailing grounds. She's an inspiring human being and we thought a talk with her could bring some motivation for people thinking about changing their lives.

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[renaze]

I am Greek from Rhodes island...it's so lovely to hear from all of you beautiful people the way my country has a place in your heart...!it makes me so proud and happy..!thank you for your very touching video...!beautiful Greece has always a place for everyone that falls in love with our climate, our food and all our magical places...!welcome to Greece, a land of hospitality and more..!❤❤

[kityfitz]

We are hoping to retire to Crete next year, my main motivation is to be near both Takis dog shelter and Jutta. Having had a holiday home in Spain and witnessed first hand the total disregard for animals and their feelings I was so happy to see Takis and so moved by his total dedication to the dogs and cats in his care. I now want to dedicate my final years to helping those people who are assisting animals and trying to eradicate cruelty and neglect. I have had many many happy holidays in Greece and the Greek people are so wonderful! I can’t wait.

[ivaharryjohnson]

I must say that I am totally in awe of this cool lady. She is so open about telling details of her life's journey that many people would not
feel comfortable telling to strangers. I feel that I have gained knowledge that can benefit me in life because of her generosity of spirit in
sharing life's lessons with others. Thank you dear lady for enriching my life. May the lord grant you many years

[divedeep]

There is a russian monks " story " who describes very well what Greece seems to be or look to foreign God decide to split the world He called the nations and gave their land according to their needs and population numbers...
So He sat on his desk and one by one take the piece he decided it was suitable for them...
-You Russians take this part, you Chinese this etc... etc....
When all the nations were having a piece of land He felt happy and was ready to leave and then saw a last nation coming delay(siga siga)...they were the Greeks...
-sorry we are delay Father
-where were you my children...I just split the whole planet fairly...
- you mean there is nothing for us ?
- ok don't worry...I kept a small piece for my retirement...you can have it

[inourcase]

Best decision we ever made! Living our best lives on the beautiful island of Zante

[stellajacovides]

What a lovely lady and an outstanding interview .
We can learn so much from other cultures .
Slowing down, living more simply, being in community with others, not sweating to small stuff and being grateful is what Greeks do as a culture .
I’d love this life and I applaud those that are brave enough to seek this fullness of life in Greece .
Thank you for this insightful and well presented video .

[praisegod]

My grandfather is from Lefkada and I have many relatives there! What a beautiful place and people!

[costa]

Lefkada is a gem so is Theresa, hope she gets her new boat

[easyartisan]

Spent my honeymoon in Kefalonia in 1989. Went back last year with my daughter and granddaughter and my son in law. The Greek people were so sweet with my little year old grandaughter.Just as magical as it was all those years ago and now we want to go again and would love to stay longer.

[avvlahos]

Your a kindred spirit 🙂
And I was very touched when you replied to what was the one thing that the Greeks did to surprise you, and the Villagers made room and found a lot for your beloved departed husband.
I am not surprised by what the villagers did in your moment of bereavement, when push come to shove, a Hellen will always cover your back. Always 🙂
Thank you for sharing

[emjotes]

Thank you so much for this interview/talk! It encourages me to take my plans more seriously (moving to Greece). I am looking forward for the next one. 😎

[mohammedsharif]

Such a kind and beautiful lady. Inspiring. 👏🙏

[gabiwest]

Beautiful and touching Tree.
I adore your energy.

[Nursewhilomena]

What an inspiring lady! I love the advice...just go ahead and do it!!

[enlathxaind]

What a wonderful person! I'm so glad you are enjoying your life here in Greece.

[darkdeepfire]

The nicest person ever heard, thanks for this amazing interview guys!

[minkhs]

Same here - planning to move to Greece and do much more sailing - looking at Lefkada as well or the Islands in the neighbourhood - and love the Greek people as well

[susan]

I’ve secretly wanted to try living in Greece for 20 years but thought it was a bit foolish as I was born in Italy but grew up in Australia and it seems a bit of a crazy idea to retire in a foreign country where you don’t know anyone but I dream about it a lot. I’m 60 and plan to retire in about 5 years and should probably give it a try.

[kathrynnichols]

Tree--Absolutely brilliant job my dear! And I wept with you. So glad my father bought that catamaran that brought us together. Hope to see you soon--if not in Portland than in Greece. Be well in the meantime. Hugs from all of us here. Cheers!

[markironside]

Glad to see you well and happy in ur Greek castle. Xx