So you are thinking about moving to Lisbon? The first thing that people usually want to know when travelling or moving to a new city is how much it will cost. Sop what is the cost of living in Lisbon? Lisbon is not as Cheap as you might think! The first thing you should know … Read more
Today’s blog is all about the most beautiful fishing villages in Portugal. Dotted along the coast of Portugal, you will still find some preserved Portuguese traditions along with amazing seafood in these seaside towns and villages. Some of my favourites are Nazare, Cascais and Tavira. Top 10 Fishing Villages in Portugal Nazare Nazare is one … Read more
I totally love being based in Lisbon. It gives you the nightlife and the business connections that come with being in a capital city, but within half an hour you can easily get to some amazing beaches! Some of my favourites include Sesimbra and Carcevelos. I hope you enjoy this article on the best beaches … Read more
This article contains a guide to Olhao, including city tours and details of the main tourist attractions. Olhao has a number of unique tourist attractions and the atmosphere in the city is very different from the major holiday resorts in the Algarve. Getting to Olhao For your day trip, it is easy to travel to … Read more
Unfortunately, there are many types of Ticks in Portugal – over 20 different types causing 8 diseases including Lyme Disease, Babesia and Ehrlichia. How do you recognise ticks? What can you do to avoid them? Where do you find Ticks in Portugal? The ticks in Portugal are usually found near the edge of forests and … Read more
Costa de Caparica is located on the Tagus at the mouth of the Almada, about 10 km south of Lisbon. It is known for its extensive beaches, which with a length of over 30 kilometers are the largest continuous beaches in Portugal. Part of the municipality of Elmada, it is a typical Portuguese seaside resort. … Read more
The coast of Portugal is a fantastic place to spend a holiday or even move to live there as an expat. It’s much cooler on the coast than inland and where you decided to visit will depend a lot on what you want from the ocean. The Silver Coast, Lisbon Coast and Alentejo coast is … Read more
The silver coast Portugal is located in the north west of Portugal. It stretches from Estoril to Ovar and includes several other towns and villages along its length such as Nazere, Cambelas, Estoril and Aveiro. The silver coast lies about 200km from the capital city of Lisbon but is accessible by highway or rail transport … Read more
Ria Formosa natural park makes a great day trip from Faro and surrounding destinations on the Algarve coast. It offers a variety of landscapes and a unique natural location. The estuary area is a winding labyrinth of beaches and marshlands and home to many wildlife species. What is Ria Formosa natural park? Created in 2004, … Read more
Portugal is one of the oldest and most Christian countries in Europe and it’s a fantastic destination to explore churches and monasteries. Today’s blog is all about the most famous monasteries in Portugal. Let’s kick off with the most amazing and most popular – Jeronimos Monastery in Belem. Jeronimos Monastery The first time I visited … Read more
