tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post3364669155279844195..comments2024-03-11T03:36:53.787-07:00Comments on TravelnWrite: 'Road trip to Residency': The Next Great Greek AdventureJackie and Joel Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-6788568350762124342017-03-03T12:28:43.717-08:002017-03-03T12:28:43.717-08:00One of the selling points of the house was its vie...One of the selling points of the house was its view which stetches from the Messinian Gulf to the Taygetos Mountain range. . .so yes, I have to admit it is one killer view. Thanks for stopping by, Patti!Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-4532460476966976772017-03-03T12:27:10.183-08:002017-03-03T12:27:10.183-08:00Thanks for the good wishes Denis. I am comforted ...Thanks for the good wishes Denis. I am comforted in knowing that others have had similar experiences and lived to tell about them and that they had interesting adventures after obtaining them (my light at the end of the tunnel). Thanks much for sharing your experience.Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-88011514053313717162017-03-03T11:05:37.452-08:002017-03-03T11:05:37.452-08:00Really interesting adventure you've taken on. ...Really interesting adventure you've taken on. I love the photo of your little stone house on the hill and do you have that killer view from the front/back of the house? I look forward to reading more as you continue this journey.Patti@oneroadatatime.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11256271018218557029noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-43275586637995461152017-03-02T15:30:30.262-08:002017-03-02T15:30:30.262-08:00Good luck with your Greece residency adventure! We...Good luck with your Greece residency adventure! We had a similar, although apparently much less complicated, overseas residency adventure some years ago. May it all be well worth it for you!Denis C. Gagnonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17114241909429135921noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-49913566178339630102017-03-02T06:38:55.787-08:002017-03-02T06:38:55.787-08:00Oh Poppy, such a nice comment! I wish love alone ...Oh Poppy, such a nice comment! I wish love alone would do the trick but the authorities want a bit more than our enthusiasm. It is a precious honor, and I realize now how hard 'green card' citizens in the U.S. have worked to obtain that right. . .every citizen should be put through the process. I think attitudes about immigration would definitely change. Hugs to you and thanks for your continuing support! xxx JackieJackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-74396667010475816282017-03-02T06:36:14.655-08:002017-03-02T06:36:14.655-08:00Many thanks Gaelyn! It is one interesting journey...Many thanks Gaelyn! It is one interesting journey to say the least!Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-66347655135294139632017-02-28T08:23:33.249-08:002017-02-28T08:23:33.249-08:00Jackie, yours and Joel's love of Greece SHOULD...Jackie, yours and Joel's love of Greece SHOULD be enough for you to obtain your Greek residency visa, for your enthusiasm, passion and respect for this country is more than evident. Hang in there; I truly believe you two are perfect candidates and you will, in the end, be granted this precious honour. Your love will conquer all!<br /><br />Sending positive thoughts and energy your way,<br />Poppy xxPoppyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08980323586402386609noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-41178191093410223892017-02-27T19:38:07.695-08:002017-02-27T19:38:07.695-08:00Wow, what a crazy road, with lots of little bumps ...Wow, what a crazy road, with lots of little bumps along the way trying not to get lost through all the paperwork. Knowing your on your way to the next step I'm hoping for all the best.Gaelynhttp://geogypsytraveler.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-5045580292743098102017-02-27T05:50:18.846-08:002017-02-27T05:50:18.846-08:00Thanks much Lyn. It has been and interesting exer...Thanks much Lyn. It has been and interesting exercise, that is for sure!Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-33593933607206043582017-02-27T05:49:44.095-08:002017-02-27T05:49:44.095-08:00It would be nice to have a third party that could ...It would be nice to have a third party that could do all this, but it has been a good exercise in looking at our total worth as humans (beyond the money side of worth). Guess we'll know tomorrow whether or not this has been an exercise in futility.Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-25745243130764859252017-02-27T05:47:56.441-08:002017-02-27T05:47:56.441-08:00Thanks for the good luck wishes Jim. Here's h...Thanks for the good luck wishes Jim. Here's hoping we meet the thresholds! #wkendtravelinspirationJackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-71979163966723532592017-02-27T05:47:07.536-08:002017-02-27T05:47:07.536-08:00It is certainly more complex than it is for our fr...It is certainly more complex than it is for our friends and neighbors from England and the European northern countries who make their homes there. A visit to the local police station seems to be their process -- ours has a few more steps. Keep those fingers crossed, Jan, and thanks for doing so!Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-8772448647401324812017-02-27T01:41:06.330-08:002017-02-27T01:41:06.330-08:00All I can say is good luck. It looks complicated!
...All I can say is good luck. It looks complicated!<br />The Travelling Lindfieldshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06913037078617574735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-23409108241593309152017-02-26T14:21:12.241-08:002017-02-26T14:21:12.241-08:00In Malaysia, we were lucky enough to have my husba...In Malaysia, we were lucky enough to have my husband's company handle all the visa issues. I'm sure that both of you will be approved. It will be so nice to have the flexibility to come and go as you wish. Hopefully, home ownership will be a plus for you.Michele {Malaysian Meanders}https://www.blogger.com/profile/18313351463568423694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-38249374220707837292017-02-26T13:02:05.787-08:002017-02-26T13:02:05.787-08:00What a monumental task! I can 0only say good luck,...What a monumental task! I can 0only say good luck, and I can't wait to hear how everything turns out! Thanks for linking up with #wkendtravelinspiration, see you next week!Jimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00080753948960133053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-39805837943379417242017-02-25T17:36:01.823-08:002017-02-25T17:36:01.823-08:00I have read books before about the process of appl...I have read books before about the process of applying for residency from an American perspective and it was indeed very trying. I have a feeling that you will survive the process and I for one, can't wait for you to be able to stay longer than 90 days. My fingers are crossed for an easy as possible navigation of the bureaucratic<br />road. Budget Travel Talkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06943323587509491729noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-30635232786274526812017-02-25T06:29:44.916-08:002017-02-25T06:29:44.916-08:00Well that's a blessing, having a sympathetic G...Well that's a blessing, having a sympathetic Greek attorney to help you. <br />After all the hard part of the paperwork, I'm sure your interview will be just fine. Advice: don't be shy to admit your real reason--that you simply fell in love with Greece! <br />Dinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03461925401870320466noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-14582827755971190782017-02-25T06:03:59.907-08:002017-02-25T06:03:59.907-08:00It is high when compared to the average salaries h...It is high when compared to the average salaries here and there, but I guess they have their reasons, and they don't want a bunch of economically dependent people arriving on their shores (they already have their hands full carrying for the refugees). We are hoping to look back one day and chuckle at the stress of this application. . . Thanks for your encouraging words. It is always so nice to hear from you! xx JackieJackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-55603077755951256542017-02-25T06:00:58.098-08:002017-02-25T06:00:58.098-08:00Actually, this in-house attorney, has been relying...Actually, this in-house attorney, has been relying very heavily on our Greek attorney who is a wonderful lady - efficient, yet wonderfully encouraging and supportive!Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-38563673209750947062017-02-25T05:59:33.748-08:002017-02-25T05:59:33.748-08:00Thanks Ruth. It has been an adventure just getting...Thanks Ruth. It has been an adventure just getting to this point so I am hoping we conclude it successfully. And you should see us when we dig out the calendar and start counting days to figure out travel dates! Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-84972555638126085012017-02-25T05:58:20.962-08:002017-02-25T05:58:20.962-08:00Oh Mary I wish you and Dina were on that interview...Oh Mary I wish you and Dina were on that interview committee we keep hearing about. Thanks much for the good wishes and thoughts and I will keep you posted!Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-835143973482246382017-02-25T05:57:28.857-08:002017-02-25T05:57:28.857-08:00I knew you'd understand! It really has been i...I knew you'd understand! It really has been interesting and someday over much wine I will tell you some of the side stories that go with obtaining those documents. I thought I was going to have a stroke a couple of times in the last couple of weeks. I've now resigned myself to the fact that 'this is me' take me or leave me. More soon - xxx J.Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-60479918373794119072017-02-24T13:00:20.886-08:002017-02-24T13:00:20.886-08:00Hello Joel and Jackie,
This is all very interestin...Hello Joel and Jackie,<br />This is all very interesting and also very time consuming and complicated.<br />I am surprised at the requirement of 2,400 Euro per person, per month. (after tax) That does seem high when compared to the average monthly salary in Europe and the USA. <br />It will be all worthwhile. <br />Thanks for sharing.<br />Helen xx <br /><br /><br />e<br />helen tilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02791882664528962799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-51148791107623846972017-02-24T10:21:50.631-08:002017-02-24T10:21:50.631-08:00Wow, I'm exhausted just reading the process. Y...Wow, I'm exhausted just reading the process. You said it would be lengthy --it's a good job you have an in-house attorney to get through the minefield! We'll keep everything crossed for you and wish you the best of luck for next week. Valhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17173587481760295783noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-91892803612161284572017-02-24T09:34:14.093-08:002017-02-24T09:34:14.093-08:00Hope all goes well with this new adventure. Seems...Hope all goes well with this new adventure. Seems like the next logical step. I wouldn't want to keep remembering when it is my time to get out of the area. #TPThursdayRuthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03263301081869858071noreply@blogger.com