Larissa Miranda
Writer & editor
Buying Property in Portugal as a Foreigner [2026 US Guide]
Yes, foreigners can buy property in Portugal with no restrictions, and that includes Americans. Buying property in Portugal as a foreigner means you'll
Cost of Living in Porto 2026: 6 Costs US Expats Face
Living in Porto in 2026 costs a single person roughly $1,600 to $2,350 (~€1,400 to €2,050) a month; couples should budget $2,450 to $3,450.
Cost of Living in Lisbon 2026: 7 Costs US Expats Face
Living in Lisbon in 2026 costs a single American $2,150 to $3,000 a month, a couple $3,150 to $4,300. See real 2026 costs for rent, groceries, and healthcare.
Living in the Algarve 2026: An Expat & Retiree Guide
Living in the Algarve 2026: a couple can live well on about $2,400-$3,200 a month (~€2,200-€3,000), with roughly 300 days of sun and a large expat scene.
Madeira for Digital Nomads in 2026: Cost & Visa Guide
Madeira for digital nomads in 2026: expect about $1,900-$2,600 (~€1,750-€2,400) a month, 100-500 Mbps fiber in Funchal, and the D8 visa for non-EU workers.
Portuguese Driver’s License: 2026 Guide (US & EU)
To get a Portuguese driver's license, exchange your foreign one at the IMT for a flat €30 fee, or pass exams. See the 2-year deadline and required documents.
Moving to Portugal from the UK [2026 Guide for Brits]
Moving to Portugal from the UK in 2026 means applying for a residence visa before you go, since Brexit ended freedom of movement. Most Brits use the D7
Sintra Day Trip From Lisbon (2026): A Local’s Plan
Yes, Sintra is absolutely worth a day trip from Lisbon, and you can do it cheaply on your own: hop the 40-minute train from Rossio station (around €5 /
Living in Cascais Portugal [2026]: Guide for Americans
Living in Cascais, Portugal in 2026? Expect to pay around €2,400–€3,200/month (~$2,600–$3,450) for a comfortable 2-bedroom apartment in town, get used to
D2 Visa Portugal 2026: US Entrepreneur Guide (Step-by-Step)
If you’re an American entrepreneur, freelancer, or small-business owner eyeing Portugal as your next base, the D2 visa is built for you. Unlike the
Peneda-Gerês National Park: 2026 Visitor Guide [Local Tips]
The first time I drove into Peneda-Gerês National Park from my home near Braga, I rolled down the window at the Portela do Homem pass and heard nothing
Best Beaches Near Porto: 9 Day Trips (2026 Guide)
Porto sits about 20 minutes from some of Portugal’s best Atlantic coastline, and most locals I know can be sand-side with a cold imperial in hand