BOONDOCK-SAINT
American looking for information about Portugal
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Registration: 08 April 2024
Any Udon Thani folks on here?
I extended my stay here, I rather like it. Most of the expats here seem to clique in tight groups, tough to get to know anyone. There's some strong representation from a few countries in particular.If you live in UT and have any favorite places or ... Read More
Tirana and Durress March 18th - 31.
Hello everyone,I'll be in Tirana on the 18th and going to Durres through the 31st. If anyone is interested in coffee or food HMU. Read More
New members of the Albania forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Albania forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hello All,I've left the USA and heading to Albania in 2 weeks. My days are busy with searching for housing and resources. I'm not "relocating" to Albania, I'm serial exploring the country as a tourist. I plan to spend time in Tirana, Durres, Vlore ... Read More
Need a Rental in Manila, Quezon, Makati, or BGC starting Feb 2025 by BOONDOCK-SAINT
Hi Folks,I'm in the process of buy airfare to Manila around the 16th and will stay a month or so. There are all sorts of hotels, places on AirBnB etc.Does anyone know of a decent place, quiet, not infested, semi affordable for me to rent that might ...
Thanks again for all the replies, much appreciated. I'm officially IN MANILA as of a few hours ago. I'm in place in Makati for 3 days while I get better situated.I planned to use this time to further explore Agoda and determine the length of my ... Read More
Need a Rental in Manila, Quezon, Makati, or BGC starting Feb 2025 by BOONDOCK-SAINT
Hi Folks,I'm in the process of buy airfare to Manila around the 16th and will stay a month or so. There are all sorts of hotels, places on AirBnB etc.Does anyone know of a decent place, quiet, not infested, semi affordable for me to rent that might ...
THANKS for the speedy replies. I read some negative revues of Agoda, not too sure what to think.I'll give all the sites a go in my search.If in the next day or so you learn of anything or know a guy that knows a guy, please feel free to pass ... Read More
Need a Rental in Manila, Quezon, Makati, or BGC starting Feb 2025 by BOONDOCK-SAINT
Hi Folks,I'm in the process of buy airfare to Manila around the 16th and will stay a month or so. There are all sorts of hotels, places on AirBnB etc.Does anyone know of a decent place, quiet, not infested, semi affordable for me to rent that might ...
@BOONDOCK-SAINT Try Agoda, where you can get more recent reviews. . . . Good Luck! - @Calif-NativeThanks for that sage advice! This is the kind of boots-on-the-ground info I can benefit from. TY! Read More
Need a Rental in Manila, Quezon, Makati, or BGC starting Feb 2025
Hi Folks,I'm in the process of buy airfare to Manila around the 16th and will stay a month or so. There are all sorts of hotels, places on AirBnB etc.Does anyone know of a decent place, quiet, not infested, semi affordable for me to rent that might ... Read More
living in Vlora during the winter by Pivezaj
Can anyone tell me something about living in Vlora during the winter months? Thanks,I
That's awesome! Thanks for that.HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE 馃挗馃挜 Read More
living in Vlora during the winter by Pivezaj
Can anyone tell me something about living in Vlora during the winter months? Thanks,I
Living in Vlora during winter can be quite peaceful, . . . as the city can be quite quiet during this season. - @Surah Al WaqiahI LOVE it! Has my name all over it.Hopefully I can make it before Christmas and find a quite place with a good rent ... Read More
One-way vs round-trip flights, hopping countries for extended stays by BOONDOCK-SAINT
Hi Folks,From what I've researched and read, if I want to play "tourist" from country to country, it seems to require round trip tickets. The problem is, I will not require a return flight, in that I have no intentions of returning. But if I go to ...
@Strontium Thank you. I've grown to respect your qualified and restrained answered, much appreciated. Read More
One-way vs round-trip flights, hopping countries for extended stays by BOONDOCK-SAINT
Hi Folks,From what I've researched and read, if I want to play "tourist" from country to country, it seems to require round trip tickets. The problem is, I will not require a return flight, in that I have no intentions of returning. But if I go to ...
@JellyB6684Thank you for sharing your experience! I just don't want to get to a destination and be rejected on the principle of no return flight to provide.If I have some AirBnB etc receipt money in the bank and my new 10 year US passport, I hope ... Read More
One-way vs round-trip flights, hopping countries for extended stays
Hi Folks,From what I've researched and read, if I want to play "tourist" from country to country, it seems to require round trip tickets. The problem is, I will not require a return flight, in that I have no intentions of returning. But if I go to ... Read More
Just another "Expat in Baguio City" post by BOONDOCK-SAINT
I live in the PNW of the US, I'm not cut out for severe heat. I have aspiration of spending time in Baguio, the opinion changes frequently depending on which video I watched last.Anyhoo, I would like to know from people who actually live in Baguio ...
@Lotus EaterHa, I had clicked on the Harry O page on IMDB not too long ago."He lives on the beach, and when he's not working on cases he spends his time fixing up his boat, "The Answer." Harry O is unusual in that he doesn't own a flashy car in ... Read More
Just another "Expat in Baguio City" post by BOONDOCK-SAINT
I live in the PNW of the US, I'm not cut out for severe heat. I have aspiration of spending time in Baguio, the opinion changes frequently depending on which video I watched last.Anyhoo, I would like to know from people who actually live in Baguio ...
@BOONDOCK-SAINT Hi fellow Americano, . . . I would be glad to answer any more questions if you have any. Thanks Joseph! You have a bead on an available apartment or house that's quiet enough? :D Maybe you can PM me any info for realtors or ... Read More
Just another "Expat in Baguio City" post by BOONDOCK-SAINT
I live in the PNW of the US, I'm not cut out for severe heat. I have aspiration of spending time in Baguio, the opinion changes frequently depending on which video I watched last.Anyhoo, I would like to know from people who actually live in Baguio ...
What I said = 1) In acclimated to the PNW and 2) I'm not cut out for heat and humidity. Those go together. I happen to BE in the PNW atm before I venture south again. Was just camping near St. Helens, nice and cool :DI'll be meandering back through ... Read More
Just another "Expat in Baguio City" post by BOONDOCK-SAINT
I live in the PNW of the US, I'm not cut out for severe heat. I have aspiration of spending time in Baguio, the opinion changes frequently depending on which video I watched last.Anyhoo, I would like to know from people who actually live in Baguio ...
Thanks for all the awesome replies! What a great forum. Much appreciated.I'm turning 61, so not looking for bar scenes, wife or booty-calls. I want to get away from the hassles, attitudes and entitlements of the US and similar cultures.My niece and ... Read More
Just another "Expat in Baguio City" post
I live in the PNW of the US, I'm not cut out for severe heat. I have aspiration of spending time in Baguio, the opinion changes frequently depending on which video I watched last.Anyhoo, I would like to know from people who actually live in Baguio ... Read More
Shipping Household Goods - just a box or two by BOONDOCK-SAINT
Hello all,I didn't want to hijack the other active thread on this topic. I plan to bring with me two suitcases and possibly ship two boxes of towels, winter clothes, electronics, and other low value items to PT.Asking your opinions here - do you ...
Replied in PM, cheers Read More
Targeting areas with modernization and low tourism by BOONDOCK-SAINT
Hello all,I'm not suggesting I WANT to live on or near beach front areas, but I needed to find a way to show an area on the map with a link. No uploady.Along the course in this map link, and to the East a ways, does anyone know and or live in these ...
All that may be true, but the point is "IS THIS A GOOD AREA" and is there anyone that lives IN THESE areas that has expert knowledge. Not too hot, not too cold, not too touristy, NOT by the RR tracks, decent infra and internet etc etc. Read More
Targeting areas with modernization and low tourism by BOONDOCK-SAINT
Hello all,I'm not suggesting I WANT to live on or near beach front areas, but I needed to find a way to show an area on the map with a link. No uploady.Along the course in this map link, and to the East a ways, does anyone know and or live in these ...
@Strontium@JohnnyPTThanks, duly noted. The properties are a real ruins, so maybe a better word would have been "demolished"; but i digress. It's not my aim to offend, on the whole.I've been using idealista.pt/en/ to search for houses and not knowing ... Read More
Targeting areas with modernization and low tourism by BOONDOCK-SAINT
Hello all,I'm not suggesting I WANT to live on or near beach front areas, but I needed to find a way to show an area on the map with a link. No uploady.Along the course in this map link, and to the East a ways, does anyone know and or live in these ...
@donn25Thank you, much appreciated. I've heard the term Silver Coast, but I didn't use it as I wasn't sure of the boundaries etc.You bring up a great point about about the RR and lines, I want to stay away from that also.I learned from one of our ... Read More
Targeting areas with modernization and low tourism
Hello all,I'm not suggesting I WANT to live on or near beach front areas, but I needed to find a way to show an area on the map with a link. No uploady.Along the course in this map link, and to the East a ways, does anyone know and or live in these ... Read More
Our new Portugal guide is up! by Veedushi
Hello everyone!I hope you are all doing well and are either settled in your new home in Portugal comfortably or finding all the help you need in order to get your expatriation project rolling smoothly.Here at 大咖福利影院, we are always trying to find ...
Thank you Veedushi for pulling together this list of topics, very helpful, much appreciated. Read More
Tell me a secret by BOONDOCK-SAINT
Hello all,I'm wondering if anyone would be willing to PM me any locations you know where it is very quiet, not high traffic, nothing ghetto etc?Do you know some secret little bungalow places, farm communities, standalone structures where I can eek ...
@chrisschubert21Right on, thanks for that. You know the saying "There's no time like the present" and other non-procrastination stuff.The more I know and better educated / acclimated the more intelligently I can speak with realtors and plan my visa ... Read More
Tell me a secret by BOONDOCK-SAINT
Hello all,I'm wondering if anyone would be willing to PM me any locations you know where it is very quiet, not high traffic, nothing ghetto etc?Do you know some secret little bungalow places, farm communities, standalone structures where I can eek ...
@Perpetual_travelerI appreciate that you mention this. I lived in the Pacific North West for more than 20 years and accustomed to cooler climate. This weekend I was using Google maps and google earth to look at the lattitude from North to South in ... Read More
Tell me a secret by BOONDOCK-SAINT
Hello all,I'm wondering if anyone would be willing to PM me any locations you know where it is very quiet, not high traffic, nothing ghetto etc?Do you know some secret little bungalow places, farm communities, standalone structures where I can eek ...
@chrisschubert21 Thanks, I now have it bookmarked as a resource. Maybe you have more insider knowledge and experience to share聽 :D Read More
Tell me a secret by BOONDOCK-SAINT
Hello all,I'm wondering if anyone would be willing to PM me any locations you know where it is very quiet, not high traffic, nothing ghetto etc?Do you know some secret little bungalow places, farm communities, standalone structures where I can eek ...
Thanks Strontium for the links and info, much appreciated!There was a show back in the 60's called [link under review]. In the show - Mr. Douglas bought a farm and had a vision to be a farmer. The series showcased the kinds of struggles like trying ... Read More
Tell me a secret by BOONDOCK-SAINT
Hello all,I'm wondering if anyone would be willing to PM me any locations you know where it is very quiet, not high traffic, nothing ghetto etc?Do you know some secret little bungalow places, farm communities, standalone structures where I can eek ...
Thx Roseanne49,Well I forgot to mention a unicorn shooting rainbows out of its butt . . . All I can do is ask and see what the forum folks and the 'verse brings, can't hurt to try. Read More
Tell me a secret
Hello all,I'm wondering if anyone would be willing to PM me any locations you know where it is very quiet, not high traffic, nothing ghetto etc?Do you know some secret little bungalow places, farm communities, standalone structures where I can eek ... Read More
Shipping Household Goods - just a box or two
Hello all,I didn't want to hijack the other active thread on this topic. I plan to bring with me two suitcases and possibly ship two boxes of towels, winter clothes, electronics, and other low value items to PT.Asking your opinions here - do you ... Read More
First things first by BOONDOCK-SAINT
I have a dream.Although it could be a nightmare. I want to retire or semi retire to Portugal. I haven't started ANY processes yet.1) I don't know yet what visa to apply for, nothing seems like an exact fit. 2) My general impression is to move to the ...
Thanks Strontium,That's really good boot-on-the-ground info. I have no intention of paying for airfare etc to go and visit, then go BACK to the US and mull around for a while.There are a number of folks / agencies that can assist with securing ... Read More
First things first by BOONDOCK-SAINT
I have a dream.Although it could be a nightmare. I want to retire or semi retire to Portugal. I haven't started ANY processes yet.1) I don't know yet what visa to apply for, nothing seems like an exact fit. 2) My general impression is to move to the ...
Thanks JohnnyPT,I've read a number of your posts and hoped you might chime in.I don't need a permanent housing situation, I plan to go there and travel, just need an initial landing spot. A 3 month rental etc would give me more time to explore ... Read More
First things first
I have a dream.Although it could be a nightmare. I want to retire or semi retire to Portugal. I haven't started ANY processes yet.1) I don't know yet what visa to apply for, nothing seems like an exact fit. 2) My general impression is to move to the ... Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hello all,This is my "short" introduction. I've really enjoyed spelunking around the forum and reading the guides and posts from staff and members, bravo.In short, I'm leaving the USA, I just can't TAKE it any longer, it's insufferable. I'm near ... Read More