The main purpose of my scouting visit to Portugal was to get a much better understanding of the property market and, what I could get for my money. I feel my approach is different to many other house hunters. As mentioned in my previous blog about the location, the scouting trip tried to focus on…
Tag: Planning
Counting down the hours to Portugal
It’s taken a year in the planning, but the Portugal scouting trip commences now. Right here. Right now. A year ago, I would already have a trip to Portugal stamped in my passport. And almost exactly a year ago, I would be planning a climb up Mount Pico in the Azores. Neither happened. Now, on…
Portugal is on the horizon
The foreign travel advice has been updated. Again. Fortunately, Portgual has not changed so it is still on the amber list. No change is fine, although it would’ve been great if it had moved to the green list. No problem though as my planning was on the assumption that Portugal would be on the amber…
Bravely following the compass to Portugal
Scouting trip to Portugal In one calendar month, I will be on my way to Portugal. Fingers-crossed. I’ve been diligent in my planning to ensure I’ve as much flexibility to either cancel or postpone the flights, hotels and car hire. Although I’ve a couple of dates over the next fortnight which will make it…
Wise motivation or a kick in the pants
There are people wise enough and motivated enough to change their lives and live their dreams. And then there are those who need a kick in the pants to change their ways. I would like to think I am one of the wise people. But sometimes I become complacent and, on the odd occasion, I…
Portugal scouting trip
Six weeks until I get on a plane to Porto. I can’t wait. Following two previously cancelled trips due to the pandemic, I am hopeful it will be a third time lucky. However, I am acutely aware there may be further delays. Restrictions for overseas travel are still in place. And they continue to change. …