Life Abroad in Portugal with Bob Tapper 🇵🇹
Hosted by American expat Bob Tapper, Life Abroad in Portugal is your go-to resource for navigating life in one of Europe’s most welcoming countries. Each episode dives into the real questions people ask when considering the move:
— How do immigration laws and residency options work?
— What’s the process of starting a business in Portugal?
— How do you handle insurance, banking, and taxes as a foreigner?
— What are the cultural traditions, local events, and hidden gems worth exploring?
Whether you're actively planning your move or just curious about the expat experience, this podcast offers practical advice, up-to-date information, and the occasional fun story from life on the ground in Porto.
- Update frequency
- every 12 days
- Average duration
- 7 minutes
- Episodes
- 82
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
S4: Bonus - Angelo the Ouzo King! (Athens, Greece)
Angelo is the Ouzo King! I stopped by his shop (The Greek Shop) and got quite an education on the ouzo culture in Greece. Ouzo is the National Drink of Greece, and Angelo exp…
S4: Bonus - Starbucks in Athens, Greece?
I must admit, I rather enjoy seeing a Starbucks in Europe. There's something comforting about it, and I will definitely spend some time in one. The free Wi-Fi has definitely …
S4: Bonus - First things to do in Athens, Greece!
On my way from Paris, France to Athens, Greece I asked some people the first things I should do when I get there. I got some really helpful advice!
Here’s what was suggested:
- Ac…
S4: Bonus - New Year's Wishes For The World!
January 1, 2023
Today is the start of a new year! I left the U.S. on New Year's Eve in the afternoon and landed in Paris, France bright and early on January 1, 2023.
During my o…
S3:Ep12 - Back to Europe in 2023!
DECEMBER 2022
Hello! This is the time of the year to reflect. I've had an amazing year that began in Paris, France then on to north England for six months, and finally back to…
S3:Ep11 - The Heartland USA
NOVEMBER 2022
Hello! After California, it was on to "The Heartland" - or Middle America. First stop was Oklahoma City, then to Des Moines, Iowa. Thanks for listening!
In this …
S3:Ep10 - California Dreamin'
OCTOBER 2022
Hello! It's so good to be back in California! Spending time with friends has been so wonderful and inspiring. New connections. Some closing. Some deepening. Tha…
S3:Ep9 - Back to the U.S. (Minnesota Nice)
SEPTEMBER 2022
Hello! I can't believe I'm back in the United States after almost three years! It feels different indeed.. So fun seeing my family again! Thanks for listening!
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S3:Ep8 - Finally Manchester, England (U.K.)
AUGUST 2022
Hello! Manchester is the third city in north England that I've spent time in. I love it here! Media City and the Quay's are the best. Plus...I've got my co-work…
S3:Ep7 - Summertime in Liverpool, England (U.K.)
JULY 2022
Hello! I'm still in Liverpool, but at a different Airbnb! I share a few Airbnb stories and discuss my daily routine down by the "the docks." Love the Beatles vibe …
S3:Ep6 - All You Need Is Liverpool (England, U.K.)
JUNE 2022
Hello! It was an easy trek from Leeds to Liverpool, but my new Airbnb wasn't going to work for the long haul. But it's all okay. I had a nice co-working space very…
S3:Ep5 - Last Month in Leeds, England (U.K.)
MAY 2022
Hello! This was my last month in Leeds and I'm sad to leave. I made a very memorable trip to Golcar, England to spend a day in a treehouse. Loved swinging through th…
S3:Ep4 - Springtime in Leeds, England (U.K.)
APRIL 2022
Hello! This was an amazing month for me. I couldn't be happier here in Leeds. It's everything I've wanted for so long - acting, coworking, gym, and beautiful scene…
S3:Ep3 - Loving Leeds, England (U.K.)
MARCH 2022
Hello! I can't believe I'm back in the U.K.! Life is full of change - and this is my first time up in north England in the city of Leeds. I'm in a shared Airbnb, b…
S3:Ep2 - Winter in Paris, France
FEBRUARY 2022
Hello! It's my final month in Paris, and I'm starting to think of my life as a journey. I took a day trip to the Palace of Versailles - home to the Kings - and w…
S3:Ep1 - Life is a Book in Paris, France
JANUARY 2022
Hello! Well, I'm starting the new year in Paris, France! Here's what's on my mind in the new year: Am I Making a Difference? And what's also clear to me is life…
S2:Ep12 - Bonjour Paris, France
DECEMBER 2021
Hello! There is nothing more magical than Paris, France at Christmas time! Christmas markets, chilly weather, mulled wine - it's right out of a storybook! Thank…
S2:Ep11 - Beautiful Dubrovnik, Croatia
NOVEMBER 2021:
Hello! Back to the mainland, with an incredible bus ride from Split to Dubrovnik! I loved the history here. It was a bit chilly and rainy, but a great month ov…
S2:Ep10 - Island Life in Bol, Croatia
OCTOBER 2021
Hello! Island life continues. What a peaceful and tranquil experience! Swimming in the Adriatic Sea, relaxing in a hammock, watching boats - pure paradise! Than…
S2:Ep9 - Hello Again, Croatia
SEPTEMBER 2021
Hello! After 10 glorious months in Portugal, I'm back in Croatia - but this time on an island (Brač Island)! So peaceful and joyful. Thanks for listening!
In t…