If you are moving to Portugal or even just buying a property in Portugal then you will want to open a bank account. We’ve rounded up the best banks in Portugal for you here today and highlighted the best things about each one. ActivoBank My preferred option was ActivoBank because they are mainly an app … Read more
Are you interested in travelling to Lisbon solo? The great news is that Lisbon solo travel is easy and quite straightforward. I travelled to Lisbon three times on my own in my 30’s. As a solo female traveller I found it to be an easy and culturally rewarding solo destination. I hope that you find … Read more
Built in the 18th century, Vila Baleira is a small village on Porto Santo Island, just off the coast of Madeira. The island’s only town was built around its harbour which has been reclaimed to turn it into a marina. A large population of feral cats have since moved into the abandoned part of the … Read more
Viana do Costelo is one of the lesser known towns in Northern Portugal, but is actually one of the most beautiful. Where is Viana do Castelo? Viana do Castelo is located in the district of Beira Interior, which is the Northern part of Portugal, and is considered to be Portugal’s hidden gem. Viana do Castelo, … Read more
In Portugal rural property can still be picked up at bargain prices. In fact, if you are willing to renovate, you may still pick up a country house somewhere near Tomar, Serta or Beja for around £25,000. Property in rural Portugal can be over half the price that it is on the coast. However, there … Read more
The Costa Vicentina is a 95 km stretch of coast in the Alentejo region, Portugal. The beaches are generally small and secluded, with big blue skies for days on end. Although there is human activity at all times of the year – you can visit restaurants or bars on most beaches, or buy drinks at … Read more
If you are staying in Lagos you will be pleased to know that the location is fantastic for exploring the rest of the Algarve and the Western coast of Portugal. Don’t miss destinations such as Sagres, Portimao and Albufeira, all of which can easily be done in a day. Here are some of the best … Read more
