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Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 5:53 PM
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Anyone here ever live in or spent much time in Portugal? If so, will you share some insight into the country please? Things like cost of living, language barriers, crime, transportation, medical facilities, etc.. Am extremely interested in the city of Porto if you have ever been there.
Thank you
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All-In [27851]
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 6:02 PM
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WRONG BOARD!
This is a Clemson football board for only the most serious and mature of football fans.
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 6:13 PM
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Serious - yes
Mature - debatable
Wrong board - no doubt
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Oculus Spirit [77007]
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No-no boo-boo.
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Aug 21, 2023, 6:23 PM
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The OP May just be satan himself.
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 6:56 PM
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Hope you now feel more like a man. Hope this was therapeutic for you. Have a good evening.
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 9:01 PM
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It was. It made me feel great.
You being the hypocrite you are. How many posters have you called immature and idiots for posting non football related messages on the football board? Yet, as a hypocrite you do it.
It sucks to be called out doesn't it?
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Oculus Spirit [77007]
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It is why we remain cross.
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Aug 21, 2023, 9:58 PM
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He didn't like being called out for bullying.
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 9:59 PM
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Cry me a river!!!!!
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Re: Portugal…..
Aug 22, 2023, 10:37 AM
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Then what the heck are you doing here FOP?
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Re: Portugal…..
Aug 22, 2023, 10:44 AM
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Why are you asking me questions after you blocked me? Leave me alone! Go drown your sorrows in some liquor.
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 6:20 PM
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They speak another language and they don't like Gringos. Be careful.
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Oculus Spirit [77007]
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Don't worry,
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Aug 21, 2023, 6:25 PM
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There will be an international incident wherever he travels.......
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Re: Portugal…..
Aug 21, 2023, 6:57 PM
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Very insightful. Thanks. Hope you feel better.
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 22, 2023, 6:12 AM
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Irmo, you've now made the 72Tiger list of ignores. Congrats buddy.
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Re: Portugal…..
Aug 22, 2023, 10:52 AM
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You've got the Portuguese confused with Messicans.
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 6:55 PM
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Thank you for your mature reply.
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 6:24 PM
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Great cost of living especially outside of Lisbon and along the coast. They have been a hot spot for digital nomads and retirees. I know locals are starting to get a little frustrated but overall very receptive. I am in early stages of deciding between Portugal, Tbilisi, Bogota, and Malaysia.
Google Nomad Capitalist.
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Re: Portugal…..
Aug 21, 2023, 6:59 PM
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Thanks for the info. I hear the cost of living there is about 75% of what it is here. Hope you will be very happy with whatever location you chose. Good luck!!
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 22, 2023, 7:47 AM
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The golf is amazing in Portugal. It's the winter golf destination for Europeans.
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I spent 6 days there when
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Aug 21, 2023, 6:27 PM
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I combined it with my Spain trip. I loved both Portugal and Spain. (Personally liked Spain better but that may not be a fair assessment since I spent like 17 days in Spain). I was in Lisbon though for most of the trip and didn’t make it up to Porto. I bet it’s absolutely beautiful.
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Re: I spent 6 days there when
Aug 21, 2023, 7:02 PM
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Thank you. Do most major hotels, restaurants and shopping locations speak English or not? Most places in Germany, France, Switzerland and Austria speak English. I may have to brush up on a little Portuguese.
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I was just in Portugal in the spring, in Lisbon, Porto
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Aug 22, 2023, 7:20 AM
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and the Douro Valley…we didn't have any trouble with the language barrier, no different than every other European country for the most part. The people were friendly, the cost of food (both street food and higher end places) were less than in the US. Most everyone we came across was friendly and welcoming.
Porto (and everywhere else too) was a beautiful place. Glad we went and likely will be back in the future.
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 6:32 PM
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Portugal is the most affordable country in Western Europe. US dollars go a long way there. Public transportation in Porto and Lisbon is excellent, clean and safe. The homicide rate in Portugal is a little less than 1 per 100k, compared to approximately 7 per 100k in the US and 17 per 100k in South Carolina. The worst things you might realistically have to deal with in terms of crime are pickpockets or someone breaking into your car, if you choose to own one. Most Portuguese speak at least a little English, especially young people and in the cities, but you'll be expected to learn Portuguese if you plan on staying there. They're used to having British expats living there, though. You would qualify for public health insurance that covers pretty much everything. It's not free, but it's much cheaper than the US.
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Fida la puta
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Aug 21, 2023, 6:51 PM
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72Tiger 😂
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 7:04 PM
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Thank you so much. This is exactly the type of info I am looking for.
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I'd tell you
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Aug 21, 2023, 6:45 PM
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but you ignored me.
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 6:50 PM
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I hear they don’t have Tnet there, so that would be a great move for you 😁
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 10:01 PM
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HAHAHA!!!!!!!!!
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Re: Portugal…..
Aug 22, 2023, 8:28 AM
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Another child has escaped from the toy room.
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I just returned from 3weeks in Portugal
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Aug 21, 2023, 6:51 PM
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I cruised down the Douro from the border of Spain, spent 4 days in Porto, a week in Lisbon and half a week in Lagos in the Algarve. My girlfriend is originally from Lisbon so it is home for her.
Porto is a lovely city but like Lisbon, the hills are killer. Traffic is growing so it’s a factor to consider.
I’ve travelled quite a lot worldwide and Portugal has extraordinarily nice people. Language will be a bit of a problem but many speak English so you will get by nicely. Crime is very low. In Spain, watch your wallet but in Portugal, just not the same level of concern. As in any city you take some precautions but it is very, very safe.
Is it cheaper? In many ways you missed out on those days as Portugal is the new “in” place and that has caused prices to rise. Certainly less expensive than London or Paris but you are going to feel rich.
For most ex-pats it is the bureaucracy that gets them.
A lovely European capital with rich history & great food.
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Re: I just returned from 3weeks in Portugal
Aug 21, 2023, 7:06 PM
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Thank you very much. Sounds like you enjoyed it there. Great info!!
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Re: I just returned from 3weeks in Portugal
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It's on my list to visit but also the Azores Islands - off the coast or Portugal. Sometimes referred to as the "Hawaiian islands of the Atlantic"
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Re: I just returned from 3weeks in Portugal
Aug 21, 2023, 7:27 PM
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I will read up on the Azores. Thanks!
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 7:36 PM
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I was in Portugal for a week in May on business. I work closely with our plant in Seixal. Stayed on the beach in Comporta. Really enjoyed the visit. The folks there are very friendly and the food excellent. Crime was not an issue
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Re: Portugal…..
Aug 21, 2023, 7:54 PM
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Thanks for your input. Much appreciated.
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 8:09 PM
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Put your wallet in your front pocket and enjoy a beautiful country.
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Re: Portugal…..
Aug 21, 2023, 8:15 PM
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Pickpockets a problem? Thank for the advice.
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Yes, and they look first for angry old men who
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Aug 21, 2023, 10:08 PM
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can't produce a good mop sauce recipe.
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Re: Yes, and they look first for angry old men who
Aug 22, 2023, 8:31 AM
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Be careful or they’ll find you Stinky. Aren’t you up past your crib time?
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Never had an issue - it’s not Italy or even Spain***
Aug 22, 2023, 10:35 AM
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 9:20 PM
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I don't have any suggestions for you 72 but I pray you find the peace and happiness you are seeking
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Re: Portugal…..
Aug 21, 2023, 9:31 PM
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Thanks
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 10:49 PM
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I can’t think of any large city in Europe where speaking English was a problem (although some Parisians do it seethingly).
I do remember trying to go to the Hotel restaurant in Lisbon at about 7:00pm……they looked at us as if we were from Neptune and politely informed us that dinner didn’t begin until 9:00pm. Like most Europeans,……
#1 - enjoying living
#2-#26 - everything else
#27 - work
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 10:56 PM
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If I could replace the last with playing golf I might be willing to sign up lol
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They sit dinner at 7, second seating is at 9 - you were
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late if you wanted to eat at 7 😀. It’s your table for 2 hours though so a lot different than here.
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 10:41 PM
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I’ve visited Lisbon and it is beautiful. The people are nice but everything moves at a much slower pace.
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 21, 2023, 11:38 PM
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A lot of show biz people live in Portugal. They get huge tax breaks.
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Re: Portugal…..
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Aug 22, 2023, 11:24 AM
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Beer and wine was cheaper than Diet Coke. The food was great and I enjoyed myself. Take the time to see logos and Evora. Also there are some Paleolithic ruins that are off the beaten path but if you do t mind driving they are worth seeing.
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Re: Portugal…..
Aug 22, 2023, 1:11 PM
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Great idea for a little road trip. Thanks for the tip.
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Go to Sintra
Aug 23, 2023, 6:01 AM
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Short train ride from Lisbon. Moorish castle, national palace is a little further up the mountain. Beautiful and great views at both.
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