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No dry January here!
The Algarve is famous for its almost year-round sunshine, but this week has seen the first significant rain of the year arrive. Finally,...
Jan 14
Sweet Potato Obsession!
Nestled in the Algarve, the municipality of Aljezur is famed for its charm, stunning coastline, and, as we discovered, a passionate...
Jan 7
2025: New Discoveries and Adventures Await
As welcome 2025, we’re filled with a sense of excitement and curiosity for the year ahead. The past year has been another wonderful...
Dec 31, 2024
Happy New Year!
As we begin a new year, it's a perfect time to reflect on all the incredible moments we've experienced living the dream here in Portugal...
Dec 24, 2024
Merry Castaway Christmas!
Christmas in the Algarve is one of the highlights of living here, and something we look forward to every year. Instead of the hustle and...
Dec 17, 2024
Winter cycling with blue skies and quiet roads
There’s something fantastic about cycling in the Algarve during winter. While my friends in Northern Europe are layering up like Michelin...
Dec 10, 2024
Feeling lucky
Recently, we took a leisurely stroll along the promenade in Praia da Luz, one of our favorite weekend activities. We love taking in the...
Dec 3, 2024
How to experience Monsaraz at its best
Monsaraz is a picturesque medieval village which sits on top of a hill overlooking the vast plains of the Alentejo, near the border with...
Nov 26, 2024
The stunning striped houses of Costa Nova
The striped houses of Costa Nova, located on the western coast of Portugal near the city of Aveiro, are a colourful symbol of the...
Nov 19, 2024
The Algarve’s chicken piri piri obsession!
If you’ve ever visited the Algarve, you might have noticed that there is a bit of a culinary obsession that borders on the fanatical:...
Nov 12, 2024
Harvesting joy in Douro!
The wine harvest in Douro is an unforgettable experience, especially for first-time visitors like ourselves. If you are not familiar with...
Nov 5, 2024
Portugal's tallest lighthouse
The Barra Lighthouse, or "Farol da Barra," stands as a proud sentinel on the coast near Aveiro. At an impressive 62 meters tall, it is...
Oct 29, 2024
Algarve's booming wine scene
The Algarve is rapidly emerging as a thriving wine destination, with the region's winemakers expected to experience a 5% surge in wine...
Oct 22, 2024
A Canvas of Street Art
The city of Lagos is a destination celebrated for its pristine beaches and rich history, but amidst the historic walls and golden sands,...
Oct 15, 2024
When it rains, it Pours!
After a gruelling five months of relentless sunshine, the sky finally broke out its dusty old collection of clouds! Those little puffs of...
Oct 8, 2024
Exploring the charm of Aveiro, the Venice of Portugal
Aveiro is nestled along Portugal's stunning Atlantic coast, and visitors are drawn to its unique charm and picturesque canals. Known as...
Oct 1, 2024
Autumn cycling without the Sunrise Alarm!
Autumn in the Algarve is like hitting the jackpot for road cyclists. Gone are the days of setting your alarm for the crack of dawn to...
Sep 24, 2024
Portugal´s devastating wildfires
In the last two weeks, you may have read that Portugal has been grappling with devastating wildfires, a recurring problem exacerbated by...
Sep 17, 2024
Back from the Douro Valley
We have just returned from an exhilarating road trip through the stunning Douro Valley, where terraced vineyards cascade down hillsides...
Sep 10, 2024
Out of office!
So, here we are, with our annual ´out-of-office´ blog post to proudly declare our absence to the world! This year, we are starting our...
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