Moving from the US to Portugal is an adventure filled with excitement, anticipation, and a healthy dose of overwhelm. As an American making the move, you're likely juggling a million things: visas, housing, packing, and more. Amidst all the logistics, there's one step that stands out as incredibly rewarding and truly helps you feel at home faster: learning Portugal Portuguese. It's not just about practicalities; it's about connecting with a new culture, understanding your surroundings, and …
NOS Alive 2026: The Ultimate Guide with Festival Tips & FAQs
NOS Alive is hands-down one of Portugal’s most iconic music festivals, and it’s easily one of my favorite events of the entire year. If you’re planning to attend NOS Alive 2026, this guide will help you feel confident, prepared, and ready to dance your heart out for three epic days in Lisbon. Having been to over 1,000 concerts around the world and now living in Portugal, I’ve pulled together my best insider tips—from navigating the crowd to what to pack. Let’s get into it! Festival …
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Apps You Should Download Before Arriving in Portugal
Navigating Portugal is actually pretty easy when you have the right resources. After moving here from the U.S. in 2023, I’ve picked up some helpful apps that have made traveling around the country smoother and more enjoyable. These 10 types of apps are the ones we use most often for daily life in Portugal, and they’re must-haves for any visitor exploring the country. 1. Comboios de Portugal (CP) Comboios de Portugal (CP) is the official train ticketing app used across Portugal. If …
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The Best of Lagos, Portugal | Top Indoor Activities for Rainy Days
Most people come to the Algarve region of Portugal for sunny beach days and outdoor fun. Even though there are over 300 days of sunshine per year, this southern region of Portugal still experiences rainy days, especially from December to February. We absolutely love living in the Algarve town of Lagos throughout all the seasons. And because we don’t want a bad weather day to ruin your stay here, we’re sharing the best of Lagos, Portugal with our favorite indoor activities for rainy days! The …
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MEO Kalorama 2024: The Grand Finale to a Summer of Concerts
Ever since we moved to Portugal in 2023, we’ve been determined to find the best concerts and live music events around the country. Which is why we partnered with JamBase to live out the summer music experience of our dreams by seeing as many local shows as possible throughout the season! We wrapped up this amazing whirlwind of a summer with MEO Kalorama 2024 in the capital city of Lisboa. Thanks to JamBase, we experienced this epic fest and share exactly how it all went down in our latest …
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Learn Portuguese Online: Essential for Expats Moving to Portugal
I am proud to say I have officially completed my beginners Portuguese class with the best teacher ever, Anita!! 🇵🇹🥳 The fact that I was able to learn Portuguese online at an A1 proficiency level BEFORE arriving in Portugal has made our move more stress-free than just about everyone I know here. Plus, it’s actually fun to learn this historic European language. Speaking of European languages... Is Portuguese different in Brazil and Portugal? Yes, and don't make the mistake of studying …
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