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Learning Portuguese: The Starts, the Stops, and What Happens in Between
Why fluency rarely comes all at once, and how many of us quietly find our way into the language over time.
May 21
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Carol A. Wilcox
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Finding Books in English in Portugal [Bonus Post]
Where English-speaking expats and travelers can browse, buy, and discover books.
May 14
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Carol A. Wilcox
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Beyond "Cheap": Rethinking Life in Portugal
Moving beyond the myth of “living like a king” toward a quieter understanding of everyday life in Portugal.
May 7
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Carol A. Wilcox
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April 2026
Out & About with Carol and Paul
Winter into Spring in Portugal | Journey Episode 7
Apr 30
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Carol A. Wilcox
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Castles in the Sand
I wrote this poem decades ago, and somehow it still feels true to me now. A few lines about dreams, impermanence, and the lives we build anyway.
Apr 28
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Carol A. Wilcox
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Traveling With Pets: Apps, Services & Resources for Planning, Flying & Exploring Together
A thoughtful guide to planning, flying, and exploring the world with your four-legged companion (plus a few Portugal-specific tools at the end)
Apr 23
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Carol A. Wilcox
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Drift the Douro: Rabelo Boat Rides from Pinhão
Experience the Douro Valley from the water on a traditional rabelo boat ride in Pinhão. Discover the history of these iconic wine boats, enjoy a scenic…
Apr 9
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Carol A. Wilcox
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A Bookish Invitation: Help Shape My Upcoming 2026 Summer Reading List
Stories of Portugal recommended by readers near and far who feel drawn to this place.
Apr 2
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Carol A. Wilcox
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March 2026
Dance in Your Kitchen
Years ago in Arizona, a stranger said something to me on a patio that I have never forgotten. It was simple, ordinary, and somehow exactly right.
Mar 29
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Carol A. Wilcox
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Sacred Ascent: Exploring the Baroque Wonder of the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte in Braga
A pilgrimage site built on devotion, steps, and water-powered engineering.
Mar 26
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Carol A. Wilcox
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When Tourism Puts People First
Why Portugal’s Centro Region May Offer a Different Model for Travel.
Mar 19
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Carol A. Wilcox
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From Garage Remotes to Handcuffs
My Adventures in Portuguese Communication.
Mar 12
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Carol A. Wilcox
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