Albufeira is one of the most well-known tourist destinations in the Algarve and is known for its family friendly holidays, wild party nights on the strip and amazing beaches but if you are are considering moving to Portugal permanently Albufeira is a great choice for many reasons. Albufeira is very…
If you are looking for fun, adventure, and excitement in the Algarve, Slide and Splash could be the perfect place to go. You may be surprised to find that this magnificent water park is not just for kids, and it is also not just a place for visiting in July…
I have decided to start a new comparison section here on Living In The Sun because I constantly get emails asking me about so many different things as they consider whether or not moving abroad is for them. They are so used to their home comforts that they don’t if…
The Portuguese are famous for their locally made breads, which are extremely delicious. One of the joys of living in one of the more traditional regions of Portugal is that every village still has its own bakery, and you can get freshly baked bread on a daily basis. One of…
There are so many choices when you are on your holidays in the Algarve but if you are in the region then be sure you don’t miss the wonders of Albufeira. Albufeira is located in the central region of the Algarve only a short drive from the airport in Faro and…
Want to know what is going on in the Algarve this week? Then look no further than our helpful guide to all the highlights of events, activities and shows going on in the Algarve this week. Whatever your interests and wherever you are based in the Algarve there is bound…
If there is one thing that is absolutely essential for the hot Portuguese climate, it is having plenty of drinks stocked up in your house. Staying hydrated is the key to feeling great, and drinking lots and lots of water is essential. Many people, myself included, prefer to drink orange…
Portugal has changed dramatically over the last 100 years, with the republican revolution being one of the defining factors of Portuguese modern history. This revolution marked the end of the monarchial rule of Portugal and the beginning of a new era for Portuguese politics. The determining factors behind the overthrow…
I remember the days when the you could come on holiday to the Algarve and buy T-shirts from tourist shops saying “I survived the EN-125, the most dangerous road in Europe” and then came the A22 and the traffic moved to the motorway (it has since moved back again though…
Alvor is one of the best locations in the Algarve for anyone looking to spend a day enjoying the sunshine and the joys of the Portuguese coastline. There are literally hundreds of amazing beaches in the Algarve, but Alvor is widely regarded as being one of the best spots to…
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Once you have moved to Portugal then comes the reality of actually living here. Most of us will have only ever spent holidays in Portugal before making the move and it soon becomes clear that life in Portugal is not all about lazy days by the pool and barbecues on the terrace.
There is still plenty of time for the pool and the barbecues but there are also many other aspects of day-to-day life that you need to get to grips with to make sure you get the most out of life in Portugal.
There is no need to feel daunted by new challenges that you may face when you are living in Portugal as we have probably been through them too and are happy to help with advice and information. Read about the truths, realities and benefits of living in Portugal on our blog Click Here.
Hello, my name is
Samantha Milner and I moved to the beautiful Algarve
in Southern
Portugal during the summer of 2008, with my husband Dominic and our seven year
old son Kyle for a better life living in the Portuguese sunshine.
This site aims to help and guide all those who are either planning, or have made the move to Portugal themselves. Here I will share with you all sorts of useful information, articles, tips, tricks, and even personal blogs of my own expat experiences with you.
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