Life in Portugal

health = saúde

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  Typically the question Canadians ask us most is “What about the health care?” I have to say in my limited experience, I think…

A Smart Speeding Solution

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It’s probably a global trend, but every year it seems that there are more reckless and irritating drivers who ignore speed limits. Portuguese drivers …

How Portugal Saved Wine!

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What does wine need saving from you ask. From boredom. Every industry gets stale without fresh players to keep us entertained. Wine has gone…

Danger!

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The Dangers of Coming and Going in Tavira Sidewalks are a great invention. Without them we’re sure to get run over. And for sure…

Bom Ano Novo!

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NYE in Tavira was another fine example of a collective experience that worked. Sure, there were lots of restaurants offering over-the-top dinners with matching…

Wine Shopping

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“How’s the wine over there Billy?” I’m asked a lot. “Fantastic” I reply but let me tell you about something I enjoy every bit…

Christmas

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Call me Scrooge but I’m no longer a big fan of Christmas. The hype, the absence of paying homage to it being a religious…