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Cost of Living in Porto: The Breakdown

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James Cave
December 10, 2025

Porto is one of Portugal’s most beautiful cities, and some would say its most beautiful. Although smaller than Lisbon, it has plenty of great bars, restaurants, shops, and cafés. Most importantly, the cost of living in Porto is much more …

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Portuguese Breakfast: What the Portuguese Eat & What you should Eat

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James Cave
December 10, 2025

While there’s no set “Portuguese Breakfast” like there is an “English Breakfast” or “German Breakfast,” there is a theme to what the Portuguese eat for breakfast.  And it’s not pastéis de nata, surprisingly. They might feature later in the morning …

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Digital Nomad vs Golden Visa: Which Portuguese Residency Path Is Right for You?

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James Cave
November 26, 2025

If you’re thinking about moving to Portugal, you’ve probably encountered two very different residency routes: the Digital Nomad Visa and the Golden Visa. Both eventually lead to the same end-point — residency, then permanent residency, and ultimately citizenship. But they’re …

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Can I get Portuguese Citizenship through my Great-Grandparents?

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James Cave
November 24, 2025

Many people tracing their family tree back to Portugal ask the same question: “Can I get Portuguese citizenship through my great-grandparent?” The short answer? Not directly. The Current Law: You Can Only Go Back as Far as Grandparents Under Portuguese …

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Obtaining Portuguese Citizenship Through a Spouse or Partner

James Cave
November 19, 2025

If you’re married to a Portuguese citizen—or in a long-term, legally recognised partnership with one—you may be able to apply for Portuguese citizenship. And unlike other citizenship routes, this pathway is surprisingly straightforward: there’s no residency requirement, and most people …

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Is Starlink A Solution For Internet in Rural Portugal?

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James Cave
November 19, 2025

Portugal has great internet coverage, but there are definitely some parts of the country that aren’t covered – not just by fibre broadband but by mobile internet as well. If that’s the case, you may be looking at other options …

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Can Foreigners Buy Property In Portugal?

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James Cave
November 14, 2025

If you’re thinking about buying a home in Portugal — whether as a vacation base, an investment, or somewhere to live full-time — there’s good news: foreigners can buy property in Portugal with almost no restrictions. It doesn’t matter if …

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Luxury Portugal: The Most Expensive Areas To Live in

James Cave
November 14, 2025

Are you looking for a property in Portugal? Looking for somewhere a little more exclusive? With more than 300 days of sunshine per year in the Algarve and Lisbon, some of the most stunning beaches in the world, and a …

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Moving to Portugal as a Remote Worker in 2026

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James Cave
November 13, 2025

Remote work has changed everything. It’s now perfectly possible to keep your job in New York, Toronto, or London while living in a sunny European country with beaches, pastelarias, and a slower pace of life. And for many people, that …

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A Guide to TV in Portugal

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James Cave
November 13, 2025

For those considering a move to Portugal, the country’s television offerings promise a blend of local and international content. Most TV packages, especially when bundled with fibre internet, boast around 150 channels, ensuring a diverse viewing experience. If you opt …

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