I posted on Facebook about this the other day and people have been asking, so I will keep updating this post as I hear new things. What’s Going on With the SEF Not Taking Appointments? Basically, the SEF in...
How to Start an Alojamento Local in Lisbon
As all of you know I am a huge fan of AirBnB. We started using AirBnB as travelers in 2010, stayed at over 100 Airbnb rentals and hosted for a while (we were super hosts). Airbnb allowed Antonio and...
What to do if your dog gets lost in Lisbon
A step by step guide to help you find your lost dog in Lisbon Portugal
Responsibilities of a Portuguese D7 Visa Holder
I am a huge proponent of people moving to Portugal, particularly Lisbon. I think that the positives far outweigh the negatives of living in Lisbon. Contudo, I think some people look to move here for the wrong reasons. They...
Golf in Lisbon
I have been thinking about starting to play golf. Antonio, my better half, was the captain of his golf team in high school and is incredibly good at sports, so I knew I would have a great teacher and...
Dog-Friendly Beaches in Portugal
Since adopting our dog, a Portuguese Podengo called Santino 2 years ago from the fires in Leiria, we began to “city-ify” the dog. He was afraid of anything that was modern; cars, bikes, buses, even all buildings freaked him...
Interview with Guida de Palma of Jazzinho
I asked my good friend Guida de Palma to sit and chat with me about her music, Jazzinho; her worldwide career, and why she finally decided to move back to her native country of Portugal (she was born in...
How to become a Begpacker in 5 easy steps.
Wanna travel the world but don't have the money? Become a begpacker with these 5 easy steps.
Interview with Hayley Enright of Acupuncture in Lisbon
I’m starting a new project on this blog and this is the first in the series. I am interviewing friends, colleagues, and others who have moved to Portugal to learn more about what drew them to Lisbon, what they...
Is the temperature nice in Lisbon Weather Today?
According to this study of the most pleasant cities weather-wise in the world, Lisbon comes in at lucky number 13. Of the top 25 cities with the most pleasant days of the year, the only ones with better weather...
Santo António Festa de Lisboa
I may have a new patron saint (and I’m not even religious). Como você deve saber, I’m head over heels for Lisboa and right now the city is in full-on celebration. Why? The Festas de Lisboa happen the entire...
The Unofficial Portuguese Map
We got a chuckle from this from our good friends at r/Portugal on Reddit. Está 100% correct. A few notes that jumped out at us: Most of the Alentejo is a Desert which sadly is true. Leira area is...
Lawyers and Attorneys in Lisbon Portugal
If you are planning to move to Lisbon or have already relocated to Lisbon, chances are you will need a Portuguese attorney or lawyer for things like getting your Portuguese D7 visa, your NHR tax status, or doing your...
What to Expect at Your Second Portuguese D7 Residency Visa Appointment
After you have been approved for your Portuguese D7 Visa AND gone to your first D7 Residency Visa extension appointment, you get a year to stay in Portugal. That means that you need to go to a second appointment...
Visiting Lisbon Quick Guide
So you’re coming to visit Portugal, Lisbon in particular and need to get a quick guide you can put on your phone to places you should go, things to see, and what to eat. Bookmark this page and you...