We’ve had the good fortune of living in and traveling around Europe for some time. And what we’ve consistently noticed is that Europeans really know how to live; this stands in such contrast to what we experienced and saw firsthand in the States: drinking coffee on-the-go, eating while working, or dining on fast food. For so many Americans (us included when we lived there), reaching for those conveniences can feel…
Living in Europe
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Adjusting to Life in Portugal (Part III)
Once we received our permit, we were official residents of Portugal and couldn’t have been more excited! If you’re curious about how we made the move, start here. As we settled in, we had to acclimate ourselves to our new home, new city, and cultural…
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Getting Our Portuguese Residency Permit (Part II)
In June 2023, the day came when we received approval for our Portuguese residency visa (yay! 🎉). Shortly after, we made the move and arrived in our new city, Braga. Attending our immigration appointment was the final step to getting our residency permit but the…
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Getting a Portuguese Residency Visa (Part I)
Portugal is an incredible country. You may have visited one time, many times, or not at all but know in your heart of hearts that it’s your future home. Perhaps you want to move to the calming coastline of the Algarve… Or in the bustling…