Category: Portugal
Tips for Flying Through the Lisbon Airport
Bem-vindos a Lisboa! We’ve flown dozens of times through our home airport and have seen many travelers trying to navigate the Lisbon Airport. It can be confusing, for sure. After helping many lost travelers, I wanted to share some tips for navigating the Lisbon airport and many European airports. *Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.…
Planning to Move to Portugal? Moviinn Can Be Your Trusted Ally for All Your Relocation Needs!
More than four years ago, our family of seven embarked on a full-time travel journey with one burning question: What country would we ultimately call home? I’ll be honest – I expected some dramatic moment of revelation, like a lightning bolt striking and suddenly knowing exactly where we belonged. Spoiler alert? That’s not how it…
Why Évora Deserves a Spot on Your Portugal Itinerary
Évora is a captivating city in the Alentejo region of Portugal that has captured our hearts. We’ve only visited once, but we loved it! I always recommend it to visitors who have already seen the big cities like Lisbon, Sintra, Porto and Coimbra. Evora has the allure of the historic culture of the interior of…
The Best Christmas Markets in Portugal 2025: A Festive Guide From an Expat in Love With Christmas
As a Christmas-loving American expat mom in Portugal, I can’t resist the festive cheer that fills the air come December. I am the self-proclaimed Queen of Halloween here as well (as I LOVE Halloween) and working on becoming the Ambassador of American Christmas in Portugal. 🙂 Portugal may not be the first place that springs…
Under 35? Portugal’s Massive Tax Breaks Are Calling You!
Portugal calls to many expats already with its beautiful coastlines, safe communities, and attractive cost of living. However, this country is pulling out all the stops to attract top young talent from around the world. They are also trying to keep their younger generation IN Portugal, which has been a huge problem in the past…
Getting To Know Coimbra as a Family
Coimbra, Portugal, one of the oldest cities in Europe, will steal your heart with its medieval charm and academic spirit. Did you know the university in Coimbra was founded in the 1200s?! The University of Coimbra first opened in Lisbon in 1290 and moved to Coimbra in the 1500s. It’s also famed for its graduate…
23 Hidden Gems Of Portugal For Families + Bonus Spots
Hey there from Portugal, fellow family adventurers! Man, I love this country! We’ve been soaking up the Portugal sun as expats for three years now and still loving it. Portugal has many flaws (don’t all countries?), but I’m sitting here enjoying views of the ocean with nice breezes and a gorgeous sunset. Portugal has so…
Renting, Buying, Or Shipping A Car In Portugal
Let’s chat about one hurdle we faced when settling into our new Portuguese life – getting a car. Trust me, I’ve been there, and it’s quite the adventure! We’ve now purchased two cars in Portugal (although we made it 2.5 years with just one and did fine!). We bought the first car used with cash…
Celebrating Three Years As American Expats In Portugal
I tend to shy away from personal posts on my travel blogs, but anniversaries always make me sentimental! This week we celebrate three years since our family decided to uproot and move to Portugal. It was not the uprooting in the traditional sense, as we had already traveled full-time with our five kids for a…
What To See in Sintra, Portugal With Kids
From sunny beaches with sugar-soft sand to historic downtowns and dozens of museums, Portugal offers families endless fun. However, it’s hard to beat visiting a historic castle in Europe! Some of the best castles in Portugal reside in the gorgeous, charming city of Sintra. Sintra is a gem waiting to be discovered and is easily…
