Pros and Cons of Living in Lagos
Last updated on Apr 20, 2023
Summary: The pros of living in Lagos, Portugal include its stunning natural beauty, with its rugged coastline, sandy beaches, and picturesque cliffs. The city also offers a vibrant nightlife, with plenty of bars, restaurants, and clubs to explore. Additionally, Lagos is a great place to live for those who enjoy outdoor activities, with plenty of opportunities for hiking, biking, and water sports. The cons of living in Lagos include the high cost of living, as well as the fact that the city can be quite crowded during peak tourist season. Additionally, the city is prone to strong winds and storms, which can make outdoor activities difficult at times. Finally, the city is quite isolated, so those who prefer a more urban lifestyle may find it difficult to adjust.
What are the pros and cons of living in Lagos?
Expats, digital nomads and retirees living in Lagos responded:
"Expats and digital nomads living in Lagos appreciate the city's stunning natural beauty, with its rugged coastline, stunning beaches, and picturesque cliffs. They also enjoy the city's vibrant nightlife, with its many bars, restaurants, and clubs. Additionally, the city's low cost of living and its proximity to other European cities make it an attractive destination for expats and digital nomads. On the other hand, some expats and digital nomads may find the city's infrastructure and public transportation system to be lacking, as well as the lack of English-speaking locals," remarked one expat in Lagos.
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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 and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.
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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