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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...
Jan 7


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 31, 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 24, 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 17, 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 10, 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...
Dec 3, 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 26, 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 19, 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 12, 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...
Nov 5, 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 29, 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 22, 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 15, 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 8, 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...
Oct 1, 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 24, 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 17, 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...
Sep 10, 2024


Banho 29 - the highlight of the summer!
Last week, we had our third experience of one of our favourite local traditions, "Banho 29." It is a charming and unique tradition, held...
Sep 3, 2024


Discovering Moura´s beauty on a bike!
Recently, I went on a solo cycling trip to Moura, in the heart of Portugal´s Alentejo. I love getting away for a few days, and exploring...
Aug 27, 2024
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