Moving to Portugal
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Our Story
High School sweethearts since 1997. Married since 2005. Parents of two rambunctious kids. With an insatiable thirst for adventure.
We're the Baxleys.
Those who know us know we don't stay put in one place for too long. We're always announcing our next big adventure to the shock and sometimes sadness of our family and friends. But they've come to understand—we have the itch. To do something different. Find our own way. Explore the world.
During college, we studied abroad in London together. The day after graduation we packed a U-Haul and set off for Chicago so I could pursue a post-grad program. Eventually, we returned to Texas to be closer to family and settled in Austin to launch our careers. But we couldn't give up on our dream of making it in New York City. We successfully built our careers in NYC for 11 years—the longest we've ever lived in one place. We made a beautiful life there—one that will stay with us forever.
But we’re on to our next big adventure.
A new country. A new career. A new chapter.
“If we were meant to stay in one place, we’d have roots instead of feet.”
— Rachel Wolchin
We moved to Portugal!
Yep, you read that right! We completely uprooted our lives in NYC to move to Portugal.
Follow our journey as we figure out everything from visas to vistas, immigration to international schools, and all the rewards and challenges in between.
Why move to Portugal?
The first thing people ask when we tell them we're moving to Portugal is, "Why Portugal?" We say, "Why not?" It's a gorgeous place that, for reasons unbeknownst to me, doesn't make it on people's bucket lists.
As part of Western Europe, it doesn't have the same swag that, say, Spain or France . . .
What the hell are we thinking moving to Portugal?
Why would we leave the beautiful life we’ve built from the ground up in NYC? What could have possibly possessed us to decide to leave our family, friends, and jobs behind? Why are we moving to Portugal? Well . . .
72 Pros & Cons of Living in Portugal
Discover the pros and cons of living in Portugal in this comprehensive guide. Whether you're considering a move to Portugal or simply curious about life in this charming European country, this article provides valuable insights into the pros and cons of living there.
Life In Portugal: Our First 6 Months
After living in Portugal for six months, here’s what we have learned. The good, the bad, and the ugly.
Helpful Links
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The Portugal Plan Membership
Learn how to plan and execute a move to Portugal without wasting hours and hours on research.
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Why Portugal?
Discover what makes Portugal so special and why Portugal is a great place to live.
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Move to Portugal
Follow our journey to see what we went through in order to move to Portugal.
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Life in Portugal
Read all about our life in Portugal—from what we’ve learned, to what we’re up to, and more.
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Expats Exposé
Let the experiences of others help you on your journey to living in Portugal.
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Resources
Find resources for some of the most issues when moving to Portugal.
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“Don’t let fear get in the way of the life you are meant to live.”
— Salt in Our Hair