Chip, Insurance, and the Landlord’s Consent
A pet who moves countries with its owner is an expat too—and its life in Portugal runs on its own […]
Life
Healthcare, schools, transport and daily life.
Weekend Guide, August 28–30
Everything important happening over the weekend, from Friday to Sunday. It’s already Thursday. We’ve gone through all the listings, drawn
How not to lose your family doctor or end up with a bill for treatment. A review at the SNS
Portugal’s public health system — the SNS, Serviço Nacional de Saúde — has taken on its patient database. Around 20 million records are subject to review — that’s
A solar eclipse in Portugal. The 26 seconds worth driving half the country for
Where to see totality, when to watch, and what to bring On August 12, Portugal will fall into the Moon’s shadow for the first time since 1912. The country will have
Top Lisbon neighborhoods for relocating: where remote workers, the sporty, and families with kids live
Where to rent an apartment when you’re arriving practically for the first time in the city you’re going to live in — that’s one of the first questions an expat
How we got a mortgage on our dream house without a Portuguese employment contract
Buying a house in Portugal without a local employment contract — and without being an ideal borrower in the bank’s eyes — is no easy task. Zhenya, a heroine of
Summer in Portugal: a complete guide to activities
Surfing, snorkelling, kayaking, hiking, wine tours, festivals and dolphin watching: a practical guide to summer activities in Portugal.
Where to escape the heat: 7 less obvious beach spots in Portugal
Seven quieter beach spots in Portugal, with practical notes on access, safety, parking and the best way to plan a summer visit.