Since we moved to Serra D’EL Rei, you can say our life is pretty different. After all, we live in a totally different country with a different culture and language. We don’t work a 9-5 job anymore so our days are slower and more flexible. And this has also allowed us to be more social …
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In case you haven’t heard, we sold everything, moved and are now living in Portugal! We loved it so much that we decided to sell everything and move. But since we’ve been here, the blog has sort of been on hold. But we’re back!! And we are back with a podcast! Wondering Works for us …
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We might have been on Portuguese TV this weekend. But will probably never know. It was a big weekend in Serra d’El Rei. This July marks the 20th anniversary of our parish reaching village status. Our mayor or more accurately called the President the Council, has planned many parties and events to commemorate the event. …
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Getting to Our New Home in Portugal was a grand adventure If you ever have the chance to fly on a privately chartered plane, DO IT. It is more than worth every penny. When we first decided to make the move to Portugal, we didn’t have any idea what sort of adventure just getting there …
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Caldas da Rainha is a beautiful city in Portugal. It is not one of those that many people flock to on vacation, but it does offer beautiful parks, great architecture and very unique ceramics. Caldas is known for a few things though. The town translates to the Queen’s Bath since it holds the hot springs …
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Giants and Mythology are rich in Ireland’s history. On the Northern Tip of Northern Ireland is an astounding stretch of volcanic rock formed over 50 million years ago. The Giant’s Causeway is one of the wonders of the world and a UNESCO Heritage Site. Formed by volcanic activity, there are over 40,000 basalt stones that …
Naples, a city steeped in history, wears its heart on its sleeve, and nowhere is this passion more evident than in its cuisine. We set out on a gastronomic journey through the vibrant streets and rich flavors of Neapolitan food, where every dish tells a story and every bite is an ode to tradition. Neapolitan …
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Our first post-pandemic trip was to Naples, Italy–the City of Pizza. Why Naples, you may ask? Well, cheaper flights and accommodations. But first, we had to get there. Travel Again! I am so excited to travel again. I haven’t been out in the world—really been out in the world for two years and I am …
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