I have officially lived in Lisbon for four years now (where does the time go?). I have had several friends and friends of friends come to Lisbon looking for the inside scoop on my favorite things. I wanted to create…
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One of the most rewarding parts of living in Portugal is discovering the incredible talent and craftsmanship of local designers. In a world increasingly dominated by fast fashion and mass production, Portuguese brands offer a refreshing alternative—high-quality pieces rooted in…
When I first moved to Lisbon, I knew I was in for something special—but I didn’t expect to fall quite so hard for this sun-soaked, tile-adorned city. Since then, I’ve become the go-to person for visiting friends (and friends of…
Moving to a new country brings lots of joy. New food, new people, and new experiences. But with moving also brings activities that create less joy – specifically, figuring out how to do taxes. As soul-sucking as managing taxes can…
In 2022, my dream of settling down in Lisbon took an unexpected turn when I embarked on the journey of purchasing my first property. The initial excitement of envisioning a space adorned with my favorite colors and cherished furniture quickly…
I moved to Lisbon for many reasons, but one of the bigger reasons was to be able to surf more frequently. Luckily last year, I came across Go Surf Lisboa and lucked out to find the best surf school in…
Since moving to Lisbon, I have had several friends and friends of friends come to Lisbon looking for the inside scoop on my favorite things. I wanted to create a full guide of some of my favorite places, including where…
Disclaimer: I am not a tax expert. Please talk to professional tax advisors in Canada and Portugal to talk through your unique situations Oct 2023 Update: The Portuguese Government has decided to make big changes to the NHR program. Please…
Nestled in the heart of Portugal, Coimbra is a city that exudes a distinctive charm and character. Steeped in history, culture, and art, Coimbra is a fascinating destination that offers an authentic Portuguese experience to visitors. From its picturesque streets…
With Portugal’s new digital nomad visa launched, the processes that you need to go through are new and not well documented. I have recently been approved for the digital nomad visa and wanted to help document the process for others….