lcosta72
Portuguese citizen
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45
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7
About me
Portuguese
Lives in Caldas da Rainha, Leiria
Speaks English and Portuguese
Registration: 08 July 2017
Silver Coast Retirement by GuestPoster2367
Hi, my name is Jo. I'm looking to move to Portugal from the US in the next 3-4 years. I would like to get some suggestions for places along the Silver Coast good for a single female. Towns large enough for social activity, etc. and close to ...
@LoveGreenTea You're welcome Read More
Silver Coast Retirement by GuestPoster2367
Hi, my name is Jo. I'm looking to move to Portugal from the US in the next 3-4 years. I would like to get some suggestions for places along the Silver Coast good for a single female. Towns large enough for social activity, etc. and close to ...
@marisa12021581 Hi Marisa, Please doLooking forward to hearing from you ;) Read More
Silver Coast Retirement by GuestPoster2367
Hi, my name is Jo. I'm looking to move to Portugal from the US in the next 3-4 years. I would like to get some suggestions for places along the Silver Coast good for a single female. Towns large enough for social activity, etc. and close to ...
@williamstony360Here is my contact so we can arrange a聽 meeting and find a schedule suitable for both.skype ***Looking forward to hearing from you Read More
Silver Coast Retirement by GuestPoster2367
Hi, my name is Jo. I'm looking to move to Portugal from the US in the next 3-4 years. I would like to get some suggestions for places along the Silver Coast good for a single female. Towns large enough for social activity, etc. and close to ...
@chrisschubert21 Here is my contact so we can arrange a skype meeting and find a schedule suitable for both.Luis Filipe Ribeiro CostaLooking forward to hearing from you Read More
Silver Coast Retirement by GuestPoster2367
Hi, my name is Jo. I'm looking to move to Portugal from the US in the next 3-4 years. I would like to get some suggestions for places along the Silver Coast good for a single female. Towns large enough for social activity, etc. and close to ...
@LoveGreenTea Here is my contact so we can arrange a skype meeting and find a schedule suitable for both.Luis Filipe Ribeiro CostaLooking forward to hearing from you Read More
Silver Coast Retirement by GuestPoster2367
Hi, my name is Jo. I'm looking to move to Portugal from the US in the next 3-4 years. I would like to get some suggestions for places along the Silver Coast good for a single female. Towns large enough for social activity, etc. and close to ...
Hello SmithIslandgal,Caldas is a very small city and a very flat place, so we can say it is a very easily walkable city. You have access to most services you might need in no more than a 10 to 15 minutes walk, and you don't even need to live in the ... Read More
we are hoping to purchase a property and a vehicle any advice? by Boerpot
Hello, I am portuguese but have lived in South Africa all my life. We are thinking of retiring in Portugal but would need a job to keep us going for a while since we might not be able to take our pensions with us right away. We were thinking of ...
In case you are determined to buy in Braga I wish you the best, however, the further south you go the better the weather is, specially in the winter. In case you look for a property in the silver coast feel free to contact me. I have a relative who ... Read More
Silver Coast Retirement by GuestPoster2367
Hi, my name is Jo. I'm looking to move to Portugal from the US in the next 3-4 years. I would like to get some suggestions for places along the Silver Coast good for a single female. Towns large enough for social activity, etc. and close to ...
Hello If you think of a small business, in my opinion, you should also consider Baleal. There you have surfers all year round and the Peniche Supertubos championship held in October/November brings a lot of fans. Before you buy go to some of those ... Read More
Teachers in Portugal - Needed asap by Darlin
I am interested in learning European Portuguese, I am wondering what is the best way to find qualified teachers. Advertising in Jobs section won't fit in this case as I am looking for a specific profile not sure teachers will be visiting the the ...
My name is Luis Costa and I have a degree in Portuguese and English languages. Over the past years I have worked as a teacher and as a tutor. Despite my expertise area is languages I have taught other subjects to Portuguese students and I have ... Read More
Teachers in Portugal - Needed asap by Darlin
I am interested in learning European Portuguese, I am wondering what is the best way to find qualified teachers. Advertising in Jobs section won't fit in this case as I am looking for a specific profile not sure teachers will be visiting the the ...
Hello Darling, My name is Lu铆s Costa and I am a 15 years experienced tutor. Over the past 15 years I have worked with students from all corners of the world. Some just wanted to know a little about our culture, others wanted to understand their ... Read More
Split one property into two?
Check local: camara municipal finan莽as conservatoria take all documents you have on the property and one of them will tell you if it is possible and to do it. you might be going through a bureaucratic painful process good luck Read More
How to find the owner of a property? by RafaJuno
Hi there I'm trying to find the owner of a property with an old ruin in the Monchique area in the Algarve. I already tried to ask the neighbours but nobody seems to know whom it belongs to. Do you have any ideas or experience how to find the ...
hello you can try to see the coordinates on google maps, take them to camara municipal and they may have that info for you. sometimes is hard to find when the person passed away and their children did not update the records in camara, finan莽as ... Read More
Foz do Arelho- anyone living there? how is it? by EmiTso
Hey all, we are considering moving to Foz do Arelho, how is it to live there all year round? how is Caldas? is it difficult to find a place to rent?
hello I live near Caldas and Foz do Arelho. the city of Caldas, as well as the suroundings, is a very calm place to live in. The weather is fantastic all year round. The food, hummmm delicious. I have a friend that has invested in Caldas and he is ... Read More
Silver Coast Retirement by GuestPoster2367
Hi, my name is Jo. I'm looking to move to Portugal from the US in the next 3-4 years. I would like to get some suggestions for places along the Silver Coast good for a single female. Towns large enough for social activity, etc. and close to ...
Leiria is much bigger and, consequently, crowdier - check the number of inhabitants of both cities. It is also further from the beach as well as the airport of Lisbon. The weather is also a bit colder in the winter and hotter in the summer because ... Read More
Silver Coast Retirement by GuestPoster2367
Hi, my name is Jo. I'm looking to move to Portugal from the US in the next 3-4 years. I would like to get some suggestions for places along the Silver Coast good for a single female. Towns large enough for social activity, etc. and close to ...
Hi Jo, It is a good idea to rent for a while and, calmly, do all the paperwork necessary to move and at the same time feel the area and then choose the right spot to settle. Another advantage in not buying immediately is that the prices have risen ... Read More
Silver Coast Retirement by GuestPoster2367
Hi, my name is Jo. I'm looking to move to Portugal from the US in the next 3-4 years. I would like to get some suggestions for places along the Silver Coast good for a single female. Towns large enough for social activity, etc. and close to ...
Hello, Jo Have you considered a smaller town such as Caldas da Rainha. A small city where you can find anything for your daily needs. In case you don't want to use your car you can buy a 100 square meters flat for 100/150 k. In case you prefer ... Read More
Buying land in Portugal with a barn...
Hi only in your local city council - Camara municipal - you can get the right answer. Best regards, Portuguese tutor, Luis Costa Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
In case you come you just have to say when. I will be around. Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello Mrose, In case you pass by Caldas da Rainha, I live nearby, let me know; I will be glad to meet you for a cup of coffe. It is a great place to live and it's just one hour drive away from Lisbon. Renting or buying here is cheaper than the ... Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello, S茫o Martinho, a great choice! I live 20km away and whenever I have some free time I go for a walk by that beautiful bay. My name is Luis Costa and I have a degree in Portuguese and English languages. Over the past 14 years I have been ... Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello Mikey, My name is Luis Costa and I have always lived in Portugal. I live in a small city about 100km north of Lisbon. Over the past 14 years I have been working as a teacher and as a tutor. Despite my expertise area is languages I have ... Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello, I don't live near Lisbon but 100km up north. In case you decide to live in Caldas da Rainha, a very beautiful and cosy little town, I can help you settle down, with the language - I am a Portuguese teacher - and any other difficulties you ... Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello Shanna You can contact me on a private message in case you need my assistance with the language. I am a native and I have taught the language to many foreigners who want to live in Portugal or just want to know a bit more about the portuguese ... Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello SW. Cambridge School has Portuguese courses for foreigners. Meanwhile if you are interested in taking a few steps while you are in the USA, you can send me a private message and we can work through Skype or Facebook. Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello SW. Cambridge School has Portuguese courses for foreigners. Meanwhile if you are interested in taking a few steps while you are in the USA, you can send me a private message and we can work through Skype or Facebook. Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello SW which part of the country have you visited? where do you plan to stay in? have you considered to learn the language? I am a teacher and I can help you with some bureaucratic stuff, apart from the language lessons, of course. best regards, Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello Strange as it may seam, now there is lack of people to work in the construction. the pay is poor and learning Portuguese is a must..... the country is fantastic, nice weather, sunshine almost all year round, the people are warming welcoming I ... Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello Rob, As you have never lived in Algarve, it is a good idea to rent a house for a while just to make sure that is what you really want. In my opinion it has two things you might not like very much: overcrowded and extremely hot in the summer. ... Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello Leann, I am happy to hear that you have decided to live in this beautiful and warm country. I believe you are going to enjoy it very much. I Live in a small town about 100km North of Lisbon. I have some contacts here and in case you decide to ... Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello Z, I don麓t know if anyone told you before, but Portuguese is one of the hardest languages to learn. I believe you have felt that if you have started to learn it on your own. If you need a hand in order to take some steps before coming to ... Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Thank you for your fast reply. If you know anyone interested in costa de prata area, I will be pleased to help. Good Luck Read More
Looking for one-year or more rental by vsheppard7
Hi Everyone, I've been offered a job in Lisbon and I am considering accepting it, but my husband and I and our three, well-behaved dogs (I know everyone says that) need a long-term rental accommodation (one year minimum). We are looking for a ...
Some people rent in Lisbon or the surrounding cities, some other rent further up to 100km. Although some may think it is ridiculous to rent so far from the work but the prices are much lower, specially for houses with a backyard for dogs to play or ... Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
hello Gilly if you are planning to buy it a bit further north, Caldas da Rainha or nearby, I can get that done for you. Best regards, Luis Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello Letti My name is Luis, I would be happy to help you to understand better the Portuguese way. I have been working as a tutor for the last 15 years and I have helped many foreigners to understand our language, our history.... in a word, our ... Read More