It’s official. I am a property owner in Portugal. And it’s an amazing feeling! But it has been a busy couple of weeks. And, at times I have needed to hold my nerve. It hasn’t been straightforward although part of this has been self-inflicted. I bought a quinta in Portugal I am the proud owner…
Tag: Property
Something a little different.
While I have continued to explore and enjoy the delights of Portugal, I have also spent some time this week sitting in front of a screen. I know, I can hear the question. Did you move to Portugal to sit in front of a screen? No. But there are a few things I’ve been meaning…
Insight into my property search in Portugal
For anyone who is planning to relocate to Portugal, property is a huge part of the equation. For people living outside the EU, it is an essential criterion to secure a temporary Visa ahead of obtaining residency. When I commenced my adventure back in 2020, building my knowledge of the property market in Portugal was…
Walking in central Portugal and being welcomed with open arms.
Walking boots on. Route planned. Plenty of water. Vamos! Strangely, the last week has not been dissimilar to the previous week. Not that I am complaining because two substantial walks through the beauty of central Portugal is a pure delight. And the property search must continue. The first hike starts at the end of my…
Festivals, walking, cycling and property viewings.
It’s been a week full of activity. It’s been rather busy, yet sufficiently relaxing. At times I need to pinch myself that I have only been in Portugal for a fortnight. Equally, as I adapt to Portuguese time, there is always amanhã. Last weekend was Festa do Roqueiro. A weekend of music, song, entertainment, fireworks…
Portugal Day, property resources and driving preparation
Happy Portugal Day! Portugal Day, is the National Day of Portugal celebrated annually on 10 June. It is one of the public holidays in Portugal and is celebrated by Portuguese people throughout the world. It commemorates the death on 10 June 1580 of Luís de Camões, a poet and national literary icon. For me though,…