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PortBound
  7/28/2018 14:59 EST

Hi- I am traveling to Portugal in 2019 to explore areas to retire in from the United States. I welcome any suggestions as to areas for a single person and perspectives on moving to Portugal solo. I would also love to develop friendships and mentors that I can meet when I am there next year. My best, L.

GLYNNEE
  7/29/2018 15:39 EST

Hello, L
I am also a single retiree and am planning on the very same move late this year or early next. I wanted to introduce myself as i have just joined this forum, and would also appreciate suggestions as to affordable locations to live.
Best to you! From Gynn

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PFH
  7/31/2018 19:09 EST

Sent you a PM.

PFH
  7/31/2018 19:10 EST

I sent you a PM.
Paul

PFH
  7/31/2018 19:10 EST

I sent you a PM.
Paul

DrJen
  8/1/2018 07:20 EST

Hello Everyone: I will be arriving in Lisbon 29 August 2018, to explore Portugal for future relocation from the US. I would be delighted to meet you for coffee and conversation. Please send me a private message to my PM box. Thank you. Jennifer/DrJen

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PortBound
  8/2/2018 07:49 EST

Hi Paul= Sent you PM's. Still navigating how this site works. Thx!

Almamia
  8/10/2018 13:48 EST

Hello L and Gunn,
I would like to start a conversation about moving to Portugal as a retired.
A private message will be nice ,
Perhaps we can coincide in meeting each other in Portugal ????? I live in Orange County, California.
Cheers, longing to hear from you
Alotmel

PortBound
  8/10/2018 14:05 EST

Sent you a PM. L.

RebKayak
  8/10/2018 15:46 EST

Hi All!

I am coming to Portugal this October -Nov this tart searching for places to live. Plan on moving in the next year or two. Would love to meet up ex Pat's in
Porto, Lisbon, Lagos or Faro!

Becca

Ffclarke
  8/10/2018 17:26 EST

Hi, Becca.....pending visa approval, I will be moving to Lagos mid-October. Would be fun to meet up!
Fran

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leortiz1
  8/13/2018 13:29 EST

Hi, seems like Portugal is popular for soon to be retiree. I too am looking to retire out of the USA. I hope your responses will be posted to the Expat Exchange so I can learn as you all are lerarning. Thank you.

realspear
  8/13/2018 16:01 EST

Hi Leo - If you haven't visited, you should before you start asking. While it's a "western" country, the culture is quite different. (For example, if you find yourself angry after waiting two hours at the DMV, you will end up having a stroke here.) The language is dense and can be impenetrable. Although a fair number of people speak English, many people, people who may be important to you, don't. etc etc. We made three extended trips over five years before deciding to move here, it wasn't about "popular," it was about how our lifestyle fit in. So I'd recommend taking some time and not making any decisions without spending several weeks (away from the tourist areas) here.

CascaisPortugal
  8/14/2018 03:12 EST

To realspear: Excellent advice ! Ihave been here maaaany years and am still shocked by certain attitudes, struggling at times.........not a smooth journey.

craigandmicki
  8/14/2018 06:34 EST

Many people have gotten their Visas and Permits at no additional cost (other than the common fees) by using articles here, on the Portugal Forum. See "US Citizens Moving to Portugal", "Getting Your First Visa" and so on at this site! Paying 200 to 4000 dollars for third party help is not necessary, and often more of a risk.

PombinhaCoco7
  8/15/2018 16:15 EST

leortiz1
I agree with you.
People's responses should be given publicly so that everyone can learn.
Unless you want to give your email, adress or phone number.
Thanks.

dancebert
  8/17/2018 00:28 EST

@realspear
> The language is dense and can be impenetrable.

Agreed. During my first visit, I described the language as Swooshing Russian. Before the 3rd trip I learned 50 words. More importantly I learned how to pronounce Portuguese phonemes (perceptually distinct units of sound). I may have not understood a word of overheard conversations, but I recognized many phonemes - at least when they were speaking slow enough. It's a start.

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