Moving to a new country means getting used to a lot of new things. One of the most complicated is the language. You may have heard people saying Portuguese is hard to learn – and they’re not exaggerating! With that in mind, here is a quick survival kit with some basic words and expressions to…
There are plenty of companies and specialists which offer removals to Algarve, which is why deciding who to choose may seem like an overwhelming task. However, provided you are equipped with the right knowledge of what to look for, picking the company which best suits your needs is relatively straightforward. Read more to understand the…
The first version of this finding work in Portugal article was published way back in 2010, and turned out to be one of the most popular posts on this website. When I wrote it, the global financial crisis was just getting started. An awful lot has changed since then, and I’m pleased to report that…
Hi there! I’m delighted to announce that the Moving to Portugal blog is back in business! As you’ll probably know if you’re a long-term follower, my wife and I moved back to England in 2015. We’re still there now, and recently added a second son to our growing family. Since our return, I’ve wondered what to…
Sending packages and goods internationally soon becomes an integral part of life for most expats. Whether it’s a parcel of Christmas gifts going in either direction, some foodie treats to provide a taste of “home,” or some unique items or personal possessions, the dilemma of how to move things from one place to another is…