Welcome to our travel blog!
Here we share tips and personal experiences from our journeys – from adventures in Cuba to buying a house in Portugal. And this is just the beginning – more stories, insights, and travel advice are coming soon.
The best place to find real estate is on idealista.pt. Google Street View can also help with your search, but be prepared for occasional reluctance to respond when dealing with real estate agents.
Be prepared when traveling to Cuba: visa, D’Viajeros form, insurance, adapter, tourist SIM card, and weak internet connection. We summarize how to do this step by step in the article.
When purchasing real estate in Portugal, it is necessary to have a NIF, a bank account, verify the information in the land registry, and expect to pay a non-refundable deposit.
Escritura is the final contract for the purchase of real estate in Portugal, signed at a notary's office. It includes the remainder of the price, taxes, and fees, and a translator is required.
Traveling around Cuba is varied – from more expensive taxis to cheaper collectiva and comfortable Viazul buses.
Buying property in Portugal means you have to pay two key taxes – IMT on transfer and annual IMI.
Traveling around Cuba by car brings technical difficulties and a shortage of gasoline, but at the same time freedom and unforgettable experiences that you would not otherwise have.
After purchasing a property in Portugal, you will need to transfer the utilities and water, check the land registry, and take care of a few other matters.
