• beach and boulevard in Luz

    Not Quite Lagos: The Luz Chapter

    Last week, I moved from Lagos to Luz. Before coming to the south of Portugal, I figured it’d be smart to stay in Lagos for a bit, and then try out a neighboring village for a couple of months. Plus, rent for my Lagos apartment was set to jump by €300 a month from April—not worth it, right? Turns out, it kinda was. My place in Luz is cute enough,…
    April 7, 2025
    Travel, Portugal
  • tavira portugal

    Two Weeks of Adventure: Exploring the Algarve with a Friend

    It’s been about two weeks since my last update, and that’s because I had a friend visiting me. I took a few days off from work and played tourist in the Algarve with him. The weather wasn’t always on our side, but we had an absolute blast. Ready to dive into the adventure with me? Let’s go! One of our first stops was the old town of Lagos. Finally, I…
    March 30, 2025
    Travel, Portugal
  • lagos main square

    Hiking, Healing & A Hint of Magic: Last Week in Lagos

    Lagos is basically my therapist at this point. I'm making more progress than ever—who knew sunshine and adventure were this effective? At this rate, I’ll be an enlightened monk by summer. Back in the Netherlands, my biggest weekly adventure was choosing a different supermarket aisle, and the people that I've met and connected with are so great. To anyone who's considering to ever take the jump and go on a…
    March 3, 2025
    Travel, Portugal
  • Beach Algarve

    Feet in the Mud, Heart in the Moment: Last Week in Lagos

    I've been putting off writing this first blog like a kid avoiding homework—but here we are! At first, I wanted it to be flawless, but then I remembered... this is my adventure, and perfection is overrated. So, hop on board as I dive into new places, fresh perspectives, and the unexpected twists of life! At this moment, I'm residing in Lagos, Portugal. I've been here for a little over one…
    February 10, 2025
    Travel, Portugal