Retire in Portugal
Last updated on Jun 16, 2023
Summary: Retirees are attracted to Portugal for its stunning landscapes, vibrant culture, and relaxed lifestyle. Portugal is known for its mild climate, with temperatures ranging from the mid-50s to the mid-70s Fahrenheit in the winter and the mid-60s to the mid-80s Fahrenheit in the summer.
What is it like to retire in Portugal?
"Cascais is a very vibrant city. There are many things going on all the time, and there is a lively expat community in Cascais. There are international people from all over the world, and there are many networking opportunities. There is music, sports, you name it. Lisbon is just a 30 minute train ride away and the list of things to there is endless and enticing," commented one retiree living in Cascais, Portugal.
"Portugal is a country steeped in the arts, where many event or show is always going on , whether it be music, dance, visual arts, etc. There is a large British expat community here; I have only met one other American. There are all sorts of groups, from crafting, to card games, to outdoor enthusiasts," explained one retiree living in Tavira .
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
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Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
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- Pros & Cons of Living in Portugal
- Cost of Living in Portugal
- Expat Guide to Residency in Portugal
- Living in Portugal Guide
- Healthcare in Portugal
- 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal
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- 2023 Guide to Moving to Portugal
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