by Judy | Apr 22, 2026 | Adventures Of Two Expats
Life for the Malones has been a bit light on big adventures lately, but that definitely doesn’t mean it’s been boring! Mike and I are truly homebodies at heart, and we absolutely cherish the quiet mornings and peaceful evenings in our beautiful Algarve condo. As...
by Judy | Jan 6, 2026 | Adventures Of Two Expats
Welcome to the Algarve! Outside, it’s a glorious 16°C (61°F) with bright blue skies. Inside our apartment, it feels like a walk-in freezer. If I am cold, you know it is cold, as I run hot. This is our third season here, and honestly, it does not get easier. It hits...
by Judy | Nov 26, 2025 | Adventures Of Two Expats, Wellness
Over the last few years, Mike and I have spoken a lot about our experience with healthcare here in Portugal. However, I still get asked this question a lot, so I thought it might be time to revisit it and also share a new experience. Below you will find a recent video...
by Judy | Nov 18, 2025 | Adventures Of Two Expats, Wellness
Why do you play padel and not pickleball? This is a question I get asked frequently. The main reason is simple: pickleball is really not popular here in Portugal. Before all my Portuguese pickleball friends scream at me, let me clarify. The reason it is not as popular...
by Judy | Nov 8, 2025 | Adventures Of Two Expats
As most of you know, Mike and I just returned from a river cruise. On the cruise, we were asked many times why we like living in Portugal. Since we get asked this question A LOT (which is understandable), we tend to go on autopilot with our answers. This morning, I...
by Judy | Sep 6, 2025 | Adventures Of Two Expats
Kristen and Seb called us to tell us that they were attending a family wedding in Belgium, so we seized the opportunity and met them in Brussels. Seb is originally from Belgium, so it was a real treat to visit an area with someone who not only spoke French but could...