PROS and CONS of Living In Portugal 🌊 INTERVIEW 🌲

[@8milesfromhome]

What are your Pro's & Con's of Portugal? We'd love to hear them! ☺️ Thank You Portugal for making us feel so welcome 🙏

[@nunoferreira1369]

Contras para um Português: impostos impostos e mais impostos taxas taxas e taxinhas Pros: Portugal

[@annapomelo3818]

Flocos de aveia são mais caros do que em alemão.

[@yasnyne]

Nuno Ferreira Em todos os países têm taxa, não tem como. Eu vivo na Inglaterra e eu acho que as taxas aqui são muito mais do que Portugal. Não a taxa maior que a solidariedade, compaixão, amabilidade, calor de Portugal e dos Portugueses, simpatia. Eu quero voltar, tenho saudades, muitas saudades.

[@Jesuscger]

A big Pro: safety!

[@alguemporai8180]

Hi! here in my town are swimming lessons for babies and toddlers. They have special pools for the little ones. look in the municipal pools, you might find something. Ah! you can also try to find dance lessons. My younger sister has had both activities since she was a baby. Hope this helps!

[@discodirk48]

I was in Portugal in October for the first time and I loved it! Such a humble beautiful people and country! I'd move there in a heartbeat!

[@msmreviews8408]

Thank you! ♥️ I am sure you will be welcomed anytime!

[@schuma61]

We are moving from Australia to Portugal in 2020 and your videos give us a great inside to our family's future in this lovely country. Love your work and hope to meet you one day in Portugal!

[@dcawkwell]

I spent 6 months in Portugal last year and had no trouble avoiding the toll roads driving twice right from the algarve to porto in the north. A little bit longer but not that much different. Fuel is a rip off in Portugal even more expensive than the UK!

[@Jesuscger]

I think that there isn't any portuguese that pays the price that you see on the gas stations. We have cards that give discounts, minimum of 6 cents less and if you are a Continente customer the discount can reach 14 cents/liter.

[@MiguelBotequilhaPapuno]

Right now, 08/06/2019 Simple petrol 95 €1.62 per litre...

[@zestorm6233]

to be honest its alwasys a good idea to plan a little weekend trip to a place near spain and just fill your tank there... as one of the countries in europe that has the lowest life cost gas is the most expensive than any other european country and thats not okay... other than that my god isnt portugal just amazing xD also you guys said "porto" instead of "oporto" so you get extra points :D

[@Jesuscger]

@@zestorm6233 Do you have any profit considering the maintenance, tolls and fuel costs? Of course not!

[@zestorm6233]

@@Jesuscger yes you do definitely if you avoid the highway sure it will take longer but you will go slower that meens less fuel loss regardless of how many more km you will have to travel also if you fill the tank and some canisters the profit rises since the more L of gasoline you buy the cheaper it gets for each L once you compare to portuguese prices you will be saving more than 100 euros if you fill your tank and bring i would say two canisters of gasoline... the only downside is the time it takes to get there but from porto it only takes a one hour drive outside of highways so is it really that impossible?

[@luisramos1609]

Friendships are deep and real in Portugal.

[@dsm_796]

Watching your video reminded me how much I miss my country and my city (Porto

[@suzannayoung8891]

man

[@msmreviews8408]

Same! I am watching from the States and as my dad used to say: quality of life cannot be bought! Yes houses are cold in the winter. Buy heaters. Ocean is cold, only go in the summer or go to the south of Portugal. It is warm there. Cars and gas are a rip off, let’s all work to change that! Etc, etc.! You don’t realize how good you have it ( in my case) until you no longer have it!

[@sueg8746]

What a lovely happy family you are! We are a couple of expat Brits thinking of retiring to Portugal from Australia having lived here for 11 years. We need to be closer to family In the UK without giving up the sun and our taxes! Your friendly and informative video has given us a good insight to life over there. Many thanks for putting these videos together, they are a great help for anyone thinking of moving there. If the Portuguese are half as welcoming...we are packing our bags! Cheers! X

[@SofiadeSousasocialnet]

You should visit the beaches in eastern Algarve. We get the tides from North Africa and Mediterranean, so the water can be really warm. Good luck with all your projects! 😊

[@ladybarbarapinsonartist431]

Congratulations. This video is well done reflecting your ease, confidence, and welcoming style.

[@m.oliveira44]

Your channel definitely deserves more views! Keep the good work!

[@saram.5808]

As soon as I saw the Cais da Praia logo I knew you were near Caldas da Rainha! Can’t believe you are living in my home town. I think it’s perfect for all the reasons you have mentioned. I’m happy that you are enjoying living there...I’m sure, sooner or later, I’ll come back, too. Maybe I’ll bump into you next time I’m in town. All the best!

[@kotare86]

Sara Machado 🥂

[@JenShea]

I’m so glad you enjoying my favourite part of Portugal. There are soooo many places to explore on the silver coast!! The first time I drove down to the Algarve I took the toll roads... not knowing what the cost would be... I much prefer taking the Non-toll and I came back along the coast and the next time I went down did the same. The tolls between the exit for Peniche and Lisboa really wasn’t bad at all. Just a few Euros but down to the Algarve it was quite high... and the secondary/free highways/roadways were perfectly fine (unless you are in a hurry I suppose) but 6 or 7 hours in the car to someone like me, who travels 9 hours by car to visit my family... that’s nothing 😉. I lived in a house that was newer and it was cold in the winter but I also think it’s all relative. In Canada, where I live in what has been called the coldest capital city (and high humidity so it goes right through you) - so the houses are extremely well insulated. Portugal doesn’t need that, truthfully and keep a fire on and where layers and it’s much better than -45 Celsius any day. Loved the video. Obrigada ~ 🤗😙

[@linalamenta]

I just came up to your videos by accident, as since a long time I have the plan to move to Portugal one day. You guys are soooo sympathetic and heartwarming. I totally trust every word you spread :D Wish you good luck for your future in Portugal and your cute babygirl. Stay healthy.

[@LucianaSilva-so8gf]

Beautiful video 😘 thanks for sharing your experiences guys! I'm Portuguese, and I agree with all u said. Hope u continue to find your way through the difficulties and enjoy the positive aspects of life in PT. Story is so sweet and really appears to have a great time while in contact with nature xx😘

[@miniidurao4843]

Next time go to Setúbal or Sesimbra or Ericeira.. All of those have beaches but completely different from each place. Those are 3 of my favorite places to be. They're really amazing 😊

[@miniidurao4843]

@The Freddy appy Shoou não sei a que parte de Setúbal é que foste sinceramente mas pelos vistos não conheceste Setúbal todo lol És um dos muitos que não sabe apreciar as coisas.

[@miniidurao4843]

@The Freddy appy Shoou ao que parece não visitaste Setúbal toda. Não és pessoa de te aventurar, pois não? Se fosses, terias encontrado sítios espetaculares. Mas pronto, nem sequer foste às praias de Setúbal? Ou à avenida Luísa Todi? Ou ao PUA? Se tivesses "explorado" um pouquinho mais, não terias achado tão terrível. Sinceramente, nenhuma cidade é perfeita.

[@raquelnunes9793]

@@miniidurao4843 simplesmente e racista, nao te preocupes.

[@DVelez-wz3fe]

Trump2020 Your tag name says everything about you...

[@Unforgettable0219]

What a beautiful world we live in! Greetings from my equally beautiful country, the Philippines!

[@NigelHarperPhoto]

Yes, the pros certainly outdo the cons on the Silver Coast. Foz and the Obidos lagoon have some of the best scenery and yes, the water is cold, being the Atlantic and that catches a lot of tourists out I’m sure! The vino tinto is Portugal’s best kept secret and as you know, very cheap! Enjoy your time and great to see and hear your take on 🇵🇹 Cheers 🍷

[@allisonvieira9385]

Tell you what...if I was not already sold on living here one day, this video would surely seal the deal. As always, amazing video and graphics!

[@LuisSilva-st1ge]

Allison Vieira poor family

[@8milesfromhome]

We've had the most wonderful time here so far. Definitely more Pro's than Con's!

[@dragSD666]

In the algarve is not cold . You get temps about 20-24 c water . No big waves.

[@MsSamchester]

not in Luz, freezing most of the time and massive waves - highlight of a beach trip is counting how many people lose there swimming costumes :D

[@5Myke]

that montage was mazing. you gotta start with that! wow! THANK YOU

[@lindainesalves]

I'm Portuguese and in terms of the activities for the toddlers, I've always had activities like basketball, swimming and my mother didn't have any problem with that. The kids here are presented to sports very young to promote a healthy lifestyle and therefore the sports have "clubs" for the little ones

[@danigomes7879]

I’m coming from your previous video where you mentioned how friendly the GP and overall medical teams were to you and how welcomed and at home you feel/felt and that’s fantastic. I’m Portuguese and live in England and I’ve never felt that way. It’s like they don’t want us here and don’t have the same experience with the nhs. I’m glad I saw your video tho. Now I have more reasons to move back.

[@kotare86]

Dani Gomes UK is becoming a mini-USA 😢

[@desmondgood4246]

@TyRCelto I've no real idea why Oz would be better than say Scandinavia or Swiss or Austrian,etc-usually we find MOST healthcare systems have their upside and their downside.

[@mattbee4091]

Such a beautiful family. You're inspiring us to move from the UK with our young children. Thank you x

[@lindawentink2725]

Thank you. So interesting. Story is just a ray of sunshine🥰

[@AdamSmith-qh8tj]

Such a lovely family. that little angel will be proud of you guys !

[@dickielarue1451]

Hola! I have lived in Portugal for 3 years now. The beauty for me coming from the U.S. is not having a car. I can get anywhere in this country via taxi, train or bus. I find the public transportation here, cheap and efficient. The only con, is don't have big feet...Trying to find size 13 here can be a challenge...Other then that, bang for buck...Portugal is tough tough to beat! I feel grateful to call it home...I love this country! Blessings and Positive Energy!

[@fqqm3404]

Welcome. Love your story. Good bless you.

[@afcw1969]

Living in Portugal, Lisboa at Pensao Tres Perolas, later at Campismo de Monsanto, and camping at Monte Gordo, Algarve for three and one half years plus, starting for two short months in early 1978, then returning to Lisboa in September 1978 from France and Italy, until I flew to India in March 1982, I lived a very good life in Portugal with new friends and acquaintances both local Portuguese and from other countries. Saudacoes, felicidades. Amo voces. Deus vos abencoe. P.S. if you need anything just ask someone in Portugal. Portuguese are the best. BTW, I had an electric heater in my tent at Monsanto, hooked to electric outlet at campsite in Winter. I had hitchhiked with good rides all the way from Algarve to Lisboa.

[@Labbernese77]

Beautiful family and terrific video!

[@NathanSiri]

Awesome and very useful information you guys. When are you going to do a Q&A video again?

[@kommentarblog]

For activities go to your local library, local bookshops. If I remember right you based in Caldas da Rainha. There is a really nice bookshop near that and on a lot of weekends they have kids-activities.

[@nicolefernandes9588]

I love you guys, I live in Caldas Da Rainha as well, wish you the best, hope you like it here! ❤️

[@mariabooboo6753]

There are inconveniences everywhere you go but I see you stay. No country beats Portugal for beauty. Peniche and the island of Baleal are absolutely breathtaking. Also Nazare.

[@chasjacks9378]

I am living in Thailand. This channel works really well for me since I can relate to the differences of the two countries. I will be leaving Thailand by May when my visa ends. I am thinking Portugal for cost and logistics. I want to see Europe and even North Africa and I think Portugal's costs will allow me to save and travel. I think they said two hours by train to Madrid or Paris. Sounds good.

[@FCC46]

Great video guys! Your honesty is very much appreciated. Obrigado

[@hallieshouse13]

The Portuguese Chamber of Commerce is holding a 'moving to Portugal' Show with Seminars in London on the 9th of May. This isn't the first and only one, they have held them before, so if you can't make this one, you'll be able to catch another. They are also in Dublin on the 15th of May.

[@melinda5777]

Thank you for this video! I've subscribed!

[@lindafukuyu5767]

Speaking of Fire .. same like in the US .. especially California in the peak of summer season .. Strong Wind creates bigger fire

[@MrDantres]

Your baby is so beautiful and so big already! :D Enjoy life in Portugal, your videos are great!

[@ganymeade5151]

I have heard that apartments are cold and that is not good for seniors. Seniors and cold do not mix. Seniors are at high risk from pneumonia from being chilled.

[@nacht98]

eucalyptus are a big problem in Portugal, and policies around it are not changing at all, It should be recognised as an invasive species in Europe all together. I recently wrote to european comission explaining the problem. I didn't get an answer yet, but we should all make some pressure for things to change... as an european problem as well.

[@nacht98]

@Alexander well ...the thing is Eucalyptus should not be planted in a mediterranean climate country, they do not belong in europe at all and they are an ecological problem..here they are planted in a completly unatural way and that enhances the fire problem. I want to focus on that part of the issue. Fire ocures naturaly in the maditerranean region, but Portugal has a completly artificial forest and that makes it all more dramatic. We should all concentrate making Eucalyptus an ilegal tree in europe, and I'm sure things will improve.

[@nacht98]

@Alexander The thing is in Portugal there's a big paper industry, and the country is now the biggest paper producer in Europe. Eucalyptus grow really fast and are an important source of income for some few families an they do not want to change that. Better the country burnt to death than to touch in those paper companies.

[@Module79L]

@Alexander - You were not aware of the seriousness of the problem because the Eucalyptus really isn't a problem, the problem is the way it's produced. The paper paste companies have large areas of Eucalyptus of their own and they never burn. Why? Because they're properly maintained and managed, to give the best possible wood. Private Eucalyptus trees' producers, on the other hand, cram as many trees as possible in their areas, which results in poorer quality wood, and don't maintain and clean properly, which turn all those areas in a pile of wood ready to burn. It's those areas that need to be erradicated and Eucalyptus trees should only be planted where the conditons are ideal and produced with a very tight fiscalization from the authorities. Saying things like Eucalyptus trees should be illegal in Europe is nothing but naïve and utopic. I'd like to hear what Mr. nacht98 would say if the price of the toilet paper that he uses to wipe his ass, the newspaper that he reads, the tissues he uses to wipe his nose or a photocopy that he needs to take, all of a sudden skyrocketed because all the paper paste used to produce them had to be imported.

[@nacht98]

@@Module79L is most probably one of those persons who lives on their Eucalyptus plantations. To say that there's not a problem with eucalyptus in Portugal would be laughable if it wasn't such a serious issue.

[@Module79L]

@@nacht98 - I've said this many times and I'll say it again many times because it seems you can't read: *I'M NOT AN EUCALYPTUS PRODUCER!!!!* I'm an electronics' technician who happened to be married for 17 years with a forest engineer who worked in the DGF, then the AFN and lastly in the ICNF. I know damn well what I'm talking about, so don't you dare to link me again to the Eucalyptus sector! And just in case your illiteracy didn't allow you to understand what I wrote above, I'm going to say it again: no, the Eucalyptus is not THE problem, it's the way it's produced that's the problem!

[@Arqadeshadow]

You are always welcome to Portugal it's an amazing country really is thank you for showing us around my country

[@acatarinamr]

You should try dance schools, there's usually baby classes (ballet and creative dance).

[@vanessamagalhaes9553]

I don't think that the cold sea is a problem,it's pretty refreshing! But there are some tiny beaches that don't have a lot of waves because it suround by rocks and the water is warm and sometimes it forms tiny "swimming pools", it's great for kids!

[@jinggay1821]

Binge watching all your vlogs... i especially ❤️❤️❤️❤️d vlog with popo? Grand dad , your vlogs are all soooo beautiful... learning a lot too❤️🇵🇭🤗stay safe there for now in Siargao...

[@anniesshenanigans3815]

thanks for the honesty.... it looks warm... I don't want to move to a cold country...

[@MrDantres]

The water in the Southeast coast (near Spain) gets very warm in the Summer. Overall the water is not 'cold' in Portuguese beaches, sometimes it depends on the month, others on the YEAR, it can vary a lot.

[@jeannecaronmimm4890]

Great video, thank you

[@TheBabs000]

Why not start a “mom & tots” group of your own? You will be surprised how many beautiful young families will show up! 🌸🌸🌸🌸

[@hedonyboy]

11:34 furnished homes are very common in portugal, must be difficult there in the algarve then

[@mattdennis8904]

Thank you for the video. Seems like the Silver Coast is where the cool surfer vibe is.

[@danigomes7879]

You can take your tot to sooo many places. Go to your local council and find out. But also keep in mind that Portugal has great weather so all people need really is to go outside. There’s great parks everywhere. It’s not like England where you have to plan to go out and then go indoors for fun. Maybe your mindset needs a change?

[@OMARACUBA]

I have been traveling Portugal for almost a month. I am still here in Portugal. I can say Portugal's restaurants are not expensive compare with Japan's and Hong kong's. Besides, I always hear fire engine siren in this period of time. When I was in Lagos, I saw a mountain surrounding by fire, it's a bit scary. Anyways, I like Portugal. People here are very friendly. Living standard is quite low, there is no pressure to live here till I died.

[@kotare86]

Manny Walker I'm jealous! Sounds great

[@dons8764]

Thank you for this! Portugal and Spain are both at the top of our list of places to retire to. I believe you mentioned Porto was your favorite city? Curious why you move outside of Lisbon instead of Porto?

[@desmondgood4246]

Lisbon much bigger,more aesthetically beautiful and has much more culture but,yes,Porto is a lovely city.

[@MajorKlanga]

Isn't there public transport in Portugal?

[@747800pro]

Loved this video as I do all the ones you post but this had so much great information, especially as I am planning to relocate to Portugal in 2020. One thing I would be really intersted in is how taxes compare, especiallly since Portugal seem to have special programs for expacts/foreigners which might be a big 'pro' for many looking to relocate but I understand that this is maybe not a topic you want to talk about and it might not be applicable to all or most. Thanks again for the great videos!

[@hallieshouse13]

The Portuguese Chamber of Commerce will be at the Pestana Chelsea Bridge Hotel on the 9th and Dublin on the 15th. You have to register, but it is free. Although, I'm sure you can walk in o the day.

[@747800pro]

@Alexander , thank you very much for your response. I was referring more to the NHR program which has been around for quite a while and there seem to be some changes but it's basically offering reduced tax rates and even no tax for foreign earned income for those who are making their residence in Portugal as long as they have not been residents in the country during the last 5 years (maybe it's 10, I am not sure). There is some information online but it's hard to get through all the wording which seems to have been written just for lawyers. :)

[@747800pro]

@@hallieshouse13 , thank you for the information. Sadly, I am quite far away, in Vancouver, Canada, otherwise I would have been interested if I was living in Europe.

[@747800pro]

@Alexander , thank you so much, really appreciate your feedback and willingness to help. I will be in Portugal for 3 weeks in October where I will be looking at all the different to options and I am sure I'll be getting most of my answers and information at that time. Thank you again. :)

[@hallieshouse13]

@@747800pro I had a feeling you may say that. Any particular questions, let me know and I will try and find out. If, they don't talk on it.

[@showmetheevidence777]

Only thing I'd say... is that the sea was not really that cold when I was there (on the Algarve). In the summer heat i swam for ages... But I suppose that can be fairly subjective.

[@grazianabarsocchi9970]

Very useful guys, thanks!

[@bananapatch9118]

How is the cost of living compared to Chiang Mai ? What is your favorite mid sized city with cool weather in Portugal ? Thx !

[@salvaribeiro2542]

hello, im from Madeira Portugal and here we have lots of activitiesfor children including toddlers

[@davidlguerr]

Being a portuguese, I do agree with most cons. The taxes are high, especially on petrol and electricity. But water in the Algarve tends to get warm enough (like 24ºC), the problem is that you don't know when that will happen, because you can get a scorching hot August month, with ice cold water, and then a cold September with super warm water.

[@mjc816]

People feel the water is cold because the air is warm ! It's logical !!

[@mjc816]

@@huahin9421 you feel much more the difference of the temperature in your body if this one is hot.

[@mjc816]

@@huahin9421 duh

[@adonisgonzales5953]

@@mjc816 If what is hot dumbo? People feel the warm sea on the Costa Del Sol because the Air is warm, and the Sea is also warm, It's logical !! duh

[@freebox1248]

Americans wouldive like Kings in Bulgaria. Its sunny almost all year with a high of 40 and winter is short but - 20 on days. With a house price of around 30 to do up / 80.000 euros to move into done, and a meal for 2 around 10 dollars it's way better than other options.

[@nunofranco4232]

Very well done video guys. It was very informative.

[@saradurla1756]

i love those videos thank you for this! you are so positive is incredible ! portugal is a great place, i am proud to live here

[@Jamesns35]

I swam in the Algarve a LOT when I went there in 2012, that was in June, and I didn't find the water too cold. It was so beautiful in fact. The west coast was chilly, but down south it was amazing. That said, I'm Canadian, and used to swimming in the lakes here, so maybe that would shape my opinion a little bit.

[@jetfowl]

Isn't the Algarve hot in the summer? I'm really looking for a place that doesn't get much past 80 (roughly 25) degrees in the summer... and stays above freezing in the winter. Central and northern Portugal really looks like it has that kind of weather.

[@desmondgood4246]

Typical Algarve weather from May to end of September is 33 up to 45 degrees celcius

[@jagdomar]

Hey! Totally loved this video - I would love to leave the UK with my wife and our 3 toddlers. What are job opportunities like? We would be okay to buy a house, but just thinking about a regular income.

[@wanderlustlexi7214]

Great video!! Would love to know more about internet connection in that area. Is it as reliable as what you would find living closer to a big city?

[@teceffect9826]

Internet connections should be ok when you on the move. Take a vodafone wifi portable routers aka mifi, that is with a sim card to connect on the 4G network. You can buy it in every vodafone shop. Take a 15GB or more databundel, and you can do everything. Of course don't start to download movies every day.

[@mishinha]

Should be just as good as in a big city except for places where there's no cable available and the only option is via satellite. But you can check online beforeyou move if in your intended area of living there's cable (fiber) internet.

[@jorgenorberto293]

You didn't experience a massive fire. It the biggest fire in Portugal, ever. Also I have to make a small repair, not all the fire fighting force is volunteer. A significant part of it is professional. For toddlers we have the culture of letting them play, to be children and let them be free. About the insulation of houses, you are absolutely right, but only about the houses that have more than 10 years. By legislation all the new houses are obliged to have proper insulation. For the rest you are pretty well spot on.

[@ganymeade5151]

True about wine. Save your money. Sometimes cheaper wines taste much better than expensive ones that must be aged for many years to bring out their flavor. Save your money.

[@Lisboooa]

The fires started after 25 april 75. It is a crime. You can find activities for children in the cities. Even some small villages have ballet and karate etc for kids, like near serra da estrela. I guess your area was not one unfortunatly. You should ask in câmara municipal Cool video. So many memories already!!! Guys no image of the magic gate at porto covo 😲 eheh I love that place

[@muthamid]

Loving Your views on Portugal and living here while comparing it to other spots in Your experience, and have been seeing quite some of the videos. There are mistakes or, perhaps, misconceptions though. 1. Although We do have Volunteer Fire Fighters (Bombeiros Voluntários), We also have Professional Fire Fighters in Portugal and all of them are under the Protecção Civil (Civil Protection) that coordinates fire fighting efforts and all other natural catastrophes scenarios in Portugal. 2. Apparently, most questions regarding the forest fires in Portugal, are due to "interests" being urbanization craves, eucalyptus plantations, minig craves and so on, this besides a lack of education and by consequence will in cleaning the properties which would much help to contain those same fires. 3. It's true that the insulation is one of the worst in Europe, but legislation has been in place that should fight that question for quite some time. Nevertheless, some contructors still build without fulfilling the law. But that can be solved if a formal complain is made in Court. But, thank You for Your videos and for putting, bluntly, Your opinions of our Country and Nationals online... it's quite interesting, educational and a good critic (both the PROS and the CONS). Enjoy Portugal and the Portuguese :)

[@PauloTavaresAcademy]

You Guys are great!

[@KamranHaider]

Very useful update, thanks guys

[@mjc816]

I live in Sintra but my house is never cold in winter . No problem.

[@hallieshouse13]

Sinatra, what a beautiful place x

[@mohammedsharif2651]

Thank you, Your videos are informative and fun to watch. :)

[@luisramos1609]

There are lots of activities for kids in the cities, but likely not so much in the countryside. But activities center around family.

[@stephenrichards5386]

What is the source of your income ?

[@timvos8779]

We come to the Algarve every year in August/september. The water at the end of august is mutch better. But it can chance over night from cold to warm and Back.

[@paucansino2792]

I will also come to Portugal, I don't know when, my sister is married to a Portuegese but currently they are now in Dubai, but planning to move there soon if they can afford to build there on house hope to see y'all. God bless

[@sinergiaeambiente]

Understand our Ecology is a huge factor regarding forest fires, besides the hot and dry summer. Our natural vegetation grows roughly all year long - specially shrubs, and is also pyrophyte (adapted to fire). That is also why our forest sector attracts investment from big northern paper companies since trees grow faster.

[@brianwhite1189]

Always an inspiration! Thanks!

[@carlosoliveiraoalfacinha]

Quite right. The worst problem of Portugal are the Summer fires. There are others, of course.

[@franciscocosta195]

You guys need to go to Geres, im sure you gonna love it!!

[@antiloop3000]

Hi guys, loved your vídeo, very honest critique. Actually, cost of energy in general is quite high due to taxes. Cheers.

[@mikef2813]

Informative. Thanks.

[@arim2736]

Energy is higher cost because the only Energy company here, called EDP, doesn't belong to state but to foreign investors, that sadly choose the energy price

[@Shtroien]

EDP is not the only provider

[@Lordiboy14]

True, Iberdrola is way more cheaper than edp.

[@Lordiboy14]

@jimboslice613 I recently changed from edp to iberdrola because of that. iberdrola is cheaper and has a better service.

[@TerraIAm]

The electricity and natural will go from 23% tax to 6% so things should improve. It seemed most new apartments have better isolation and heating. Algarve water is warmer.

[@LuisSilva-st1ge]

Rui Terra escusas de tentar explicar a Ingleses Burros !!!

[@universoALC]

It's not totally true... It's just 6% for the tax of the electricity board meters with the contracted power of 3,46 kVa max... Not for the eletricity we use! It seems the government has managed to fool a lot of people!

[@universoALC]

@@LuisSilva-st1ge meu.. Que doença rancorosa que tens na vida... És um fracassado!

[@tfindierock]

@@LuisSilva-st1ge Não perceber as nossas fraquezas é meio caminho andado para nunca as corrigirmos. Eles falaram, e falaram muito bem. As partes menos boas de Portugal podem sim ser corrigidas, e tornar este país cada vez melhor para viver.

[@sandraalbuquerque1486]

@@universoALC, não vale a pena, Luís. A criatura, debitou, debitou até alguém lhe dar atenção. É o que o sujeito(a) quer. Mais vale a indiferença e o desprezo.

[@janedoediddly191]

If I was young....... now looking for a place to retire, not in the USA, with duel citizenship like Portugal ❣️👵🏻

[@mikef2813]

Jane Doediddly where did you end up retiring? I’m considering Portugal.

[@davebart9319]

The warmest waters in Portugal will be in the Algarve (closest beaches to Spain) where the Mediterranean ocean and Atlantic joins together. Monte Gordo beaches are wonderful for families, calm water, no waves, warm water, long golden sand beaches and lots of activities for children.

[@gabrielfdinis2513]

wrong! Madeira island have the warmest water!

[@Acujeremy]

As an American, if I wanted to stay in Portugal for 1 year or more, and if I do not work in Portugal, is there a way for me to have a visa and residency permit to allow me to live there for 1 year or more? Is this difficult to get?

[@RG-hf9em]

Hi thanks for all the info!!:)👍 Beautiful video. and music...Do you work there ?

[@catm2874]

Outside Oporto and Lisbon the population is elderly, but there are a lot of baby activities in the big cities

[@kumbakharna4515]

Also, in the summer it's hot and you want to get cooler, why anyone wants warm water? That's my logic. :)

[@willahmad437]

How about the language? We are also planning to move to Portugal but not sure if English speaking can spend life easily in Portugal or must learn the local language first?

[@g_c6668]

Most people are happen to help in English

[@djtleitho7689]

I would love to live in the silver coast but my family lives in Cascais/ Estoril and it is expensive buying an apartment there. Very good video. Keep it up and best of luck.

[@sean-hu2fo]

I have been to Portugal several times, always to Cascais/Estoril. Beautiful beautiful places, love Portugal and is thinking of retiring there!

[@joaosalgado1949]

Great Video Guys! Good luck on your new location in Portugal!

[@polskastronk2700]

Your channel has high quality content. Kudos for that! 👏👏👏

[@arunachulashiva]

Thanks so much for this. Have you found better vegetarian options when you're eating out? It would be hard if restaurants just serve meat.

[@eringigi7096]

seems like a good video but I can't hear the voices over the background music.

[@ganymeade5151]

The music is a bit distracting.