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Halloween in Tavira

What Halloween Looks Like in Portugal Halloween is not as popular in Portugal as it is in the U.S. or in some of the other places that celebrate it. But as more and more people move here, it has become… Continue Reading →

Quick and Easy Multi-Purpose Gluten-Free Dough Recipe

A Simple Gluten-Free Dough I Use for Everything I went to pastry school and also studied nutrition, so I naturally like to adapt recipes to make them both gluten-free and a little healthier whenever possible. Over the years, I have… Continue Reading →

Museu do Traje Part 2: Cork Museum and Outdoor Exhibits

Beyond the Costumes: Exploring the Outdoor Grounds and Cork Museum In the first part of our visit to the Museu do Traje, I focused on the costume collection and the fascinating history behind traditional dress. But there is much more… Continue Reading →

Setúbal, Travel Guide: A Quick Visit From Lisbon

Why We Decided to Visit Setúbal Setúbal, Portugal, is an easy day trip from Lisbon that somehow still feels a bit under the radar. When we were apartment hunting, our realtor found us a place in Setúbal. It wasn’t our… Continue Reading →

Museu do Traje Costume Museum Guide in São Brás de Alportel: Part 1

How a Car Appointment Led Us to Museu do Traje When we had to take our car in for a service near São Brás de Alportel, we had no idea how we would spend our time while we waited. A… Continue Reading →

I Made a Coloring Book!!!!

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On sale now, click here to order A Year of Freedom, Creativity, and Figuring It Out My first year in Portugal has been not only a great adventure but also a year of self-discovery. I gave up my job and… Continue Reading →

A Look Back at My First Year in Portugal.

Arriving in Portugal and Letting the Fear Pass It’s hard to believe that it’s already been a year since we arrived in Portugal. We worked so hard to make it happen, and the ever-present anxiety that tends to plague my… Continue Reading →

Come Grocery Shopping with me in Tavira

Why I Always Visit Grocery Stores When I Travel Am I the only person who loves checking out grocery stores, especially in other countries? I’m always curious about what’s different, what’s familiar, and what things cost. No matter where I… Continue Reading →

What Items You Can’t Bring When You Move to Portugal!

When we moved to Portugal, there were a few items I unfortunately had to leave behind, even though I really didn’t want to. A lot of it comes down to power differences between the U.S. and Europe. Portugal uses 220… Continue Reading →

Cost of Living in Tavira Portugal: Real Monthly Expenses as an Expat

One of the most common questions I get asked about living in Portugal is about the cost of living. Life in the U.S. is incredibly expensive, and the affordability of Portugal was one of the biggest reasons we decided to… Continue Reading →

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