Even though I live in Lisbon which is super close to the beach, I didn’t make it to the beach in the past 3 years. This year, I have made it a mission to get to know all the beaches within an hour of Lisbon. This is the first of those posts, and I started …
Exploring the Best Beaches in Ericeira – Less Than an Hour from Lisbon Read More »
Antonio and I constantly argue about which EU country has the worst drivers. Of course, it’s always a toss-up between Italy and Portugal. But one thing we can both agree on is that road safety in the EU needs significant improvements. In 2022 alone, over 20,000 lives were lost on EU roads, and sadly, most …
Breaking News: EU Proposes Major Updates to Driver Licenses Read More »
I go food shopping daily; I am lucky to have a Supercor, a Lidl, and an Aldi nearby. I am sad to report that daily shopping is getting more painful by the day. Food prices have increased significantly. On average, the cost of essential food items has risen by 23% compared to the same month …
Food Prices In Portugal Up 30% Since The Beginning of The War Read More »
I have been a fan of AirBnB for years. The company is who I think of when I think of short term accommodations. They are not the only ones who will be affected by the changes being put in place by the Portuguese government to address the artificially scarce housing market in Portugal with the …
Portuguese Condominiums Can Terminate Alojamento Local Licenses Read More »
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As if it wasn’t hard enough to get your kids enrolled in private schools, Portuguese Private Schools Full. Parents in Lisbon and throughout the country are scrambling as the public education system in Portugal struggles with strikes and protests from teachers and staff, demand for private schools is on the rise. Many private schools have already …
I’ve been living in Portugal since 2017. I’m not the only one looking to make Portugal home. When I first got here, I noticed lots of French “expats” (immigrants or whatever you want to call us), Brits, and Nepalese. Now, I see people from all over, particularly Brazilians. Today, I’m going to break down the …
When people think of Carnaval, they usually think of Brazil, with its famous Rio de Janeiro parade and samba schools. However, what many people may not know is that Portugal also has a rich tradition of Carnaval celebrations that are just as authentic and lively. In fact, many of the Carnaval Celebrations in Portugal are run …
Unleash the Fun: Exploring Carnaval Celebrations in Portugal Read More »
I’ve got a love/hate relationship with cruises. I thought I’d hate them, until I took one and found out that I loved it. That being said, they are horrible for the environment, they don’t help local economies (really), and for a city as small as Lisbon they really cause an overinflation of neighborhoods that are …
Looks like the folks in Lisbon are in for a wild ride, because the city just signed a collaboration agreement to tame the scooter and bicycle wildlings with new electric scooter laws in Lisbon! What You Need to Know Before Riding An Electric Scooter in Lisbon Speed Limits: That’s right, those reckless scooter riders will have …
Scooting Around the Rules: The Latest Electric Scooter Laws In Portugal Read More »
The rise of Natural gas prices should come as no surprise. Although Portugal is not dependent on Russia for gas, it is a part of the EU. This has caused an increase of about 3% that started on January 1. In Portugal, the monthly bill (on average) runs around €27. For people who pay around the average, …
Feeling the Burn: The Rise of Natural Gas Prices in Portugal Read More »
Lisbon just gets better and better. The expansion of Lisbon’s metro system is set to continue with the addition of a violet line running to Loures and Odivelas. The new line will provide faster and more convenient transportation for residents and visitors to these areas, as well as improving connectivity with the rest of the …
I keep getting questions about all the hate locals have against “expats” and “digital nomads”. While the hate is pointed our way, the complexities of why Portuguese can’t live in their own country is a lot more complicated than NHR tax breaks and AirBnB. I am a big proponent of a big push for the …
Beaches, Mountains & Tax Benefits: The Interior Of Portugal For Digital Nomads Read More »
As a non-smoker, I couldn’t be happier. Portugal is finally getting on board with the rest of the civilized world and implementing a Portuguese smoking ban affecting closed spaces smaller than 100 m2. I mean, who really wants to inhale someone else’s toxic fumes while trying to enjoy a meal or have a drink? It’s …
Saying Goodbye to Secondhand Smoke: Portuguese Smoking Ban Goes into Effect Read More »
It looks like we’ll be paying a bit more to use the toll roads in Portugal in 2023. The government has decided to set a maximum limit for the increase of tolls, and it looks like we’re looking at a 5% hike. Now, I know what you’re thinking – another price increase? So am I. …
Brace Yourselves: Toll Prices to Rise 5% in 2023 Read More »