Moving abroad can be an enriching experience, but of course, Britons should do their research before making such a decision.
One man who moved overseas shared one of the lesser-known things to keep in mind if moving to Portugal.
He said there are many beautiful parts of the European country but they may not be as relaxing as you would want year-round, and this is something that is often overlooked.
The Briton, who lives in Spain but has often visited Portugal, shared what he believed would be the pros and cons of living in the country.
An expat discussed moving to Portugal
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This included his own experiences and what he had heard from others who had relocated there. While factors such as the weather were a massive benefit, he said tourists could be a negative.
He posted on the YouTube channel Spain Speaks: “Portugal tourism could also be a con, especially if you’re not in the tourism sector working.”
Beautiful towns can be peaceful during the quiet seasons but become much busier in the summer, for example.
The expat added: “Sleepy villages and sleepy coastal towns that seem idyllic in the winter months can turn into a nightmare come the summer.
“Come July and come August literally millions of people flock to this country to enjoy everything that it has to offer.
“As I said, it is a pro as far as the economy is concerned but a con if you’re thinking of living in this country and tourists might spoil your lifestyle. Keep that in mind.”
This comes as another expat who moved to Portugal shared what they found to be the biggest difference when living in the country.
He agreed the weather and food are some of the biggest pulls, but struggled more with the culture and bureaucracy.
Touristy parts of Portugal will become very busy in the summer
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YouTube channel Algarve Addicts said: “It’s hard to say this, but the culture of Portugal has been very, very difficult for me to understand.
“The minute you dig deep into it you realise there is a massive culture difference between Portugal and many other places in the world.”
Locals, particularly “older people”, will “tell you what you want to know if you ask a question, but they won’t use initiative and tell you anything else”, the YouTuber explained.
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