Are Cockroaches Common in Portugal?

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In short, not really. You will see cockroaches every now and then, usually on the street and sometimes inside an apartment, but it is quite rare. Live in Portugal for long enough and you should only see a cockroach one …

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7 Places For Alternative Living in Portugal

With its warm weather, laid-back lifestyle, and great selection of fresh, locally-produced fruit and vegetables, Portugal is a popular destination for those seeking a greener, more conscious, eco-friendly lifestyle. You’ll find like-minded people all throughout the country, but there are a …

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Is Portugal A Safe Place to Live?

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As a prospective expat considering a move to Portugal, safety is likely one of your top concerns. This article explores various aspects of safety in Portugal to help you make an informed decision about relocating. Overall Safety The main takeaway …

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Living in Portugal Without A Car

A lot of people that dream of moving to Portugal dream of ditching the car and relying on public transport instead. And you can do this with varying degrees of success, depending on where you live and how determined you …

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From Erasmus Student to Lisbon Tour Guide: An Interview with Elena Bicu

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Lisbon tour guide Elena Bicu moved from Romania to Lisbon for her Erasmus but loved it so much that she decided to make Lisbon her permanent home. In this interview we look at how she almost didn’t end up in …

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12 Of the Most Expat-Friendly Places in Portugal

In this guide, we’ll take you on a fun and exciting journey through the best places to live in Portugal as an expat. We’ll explore the vibrant city life of Porto and the beauty of the North of Portugal, the …

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Supermarkets in Portugal: A Guide to Online & Offline Shopping

Continente supermarket at Vasco da Gama shopping centre in Lisbon

If you’re visiting Portugal for the first time, you may not know what all of the Portuguese supermarkets are. Some names you’ll probably recognise (Lidl and Aldi, for example), but you may never have heard of Continente, Pingo Doce, or …

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