10 Cool Things to do in Almada When You Travel from Lisbon by Ferry
When I began my expat life in Lisbon, I quickly became curious about what I’d find in the shadow of O Cristo Rei, the large…
Jennifer Petoff (aka Dr. J)
I'm Jennifer Petoff (aka Dr. J), full-time Googler, part-time travel blogger. American-Irish expat living in Lisbon, Portugal. Lover of quality doors. Ph.D. scientist (once upon a time). My motto is: Work to Live, Live to Travel, Travel for Work.
Lisbon in November: 24 Fun Things to See, Do & Eat
Are you thinking about visiting Lisbon in November? We continued the momentum of our expat life in Europe by moving from Dublin to Lisbon in…
How to Write a Good Postcard and Why It’s Important
Writing postcards is a lost art. I used to send postcards to my family all the time. It was a way to make them feel…
How to Take Yourself on a Tour to Find the Best Ghent Chocolate
Belgian Chocolate is famous the world over. Because we have the good fortune to live our expat life in Europe, Belgium is right in our…
See the Best of Rotterdam in Winter
We traveled to Rotterdam in December for a city break between Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Why visit Rotterdam in winter? One of the advantages of our…
A Traveler’s Look at the Menton Lemon Festival (Fête du Citron)
Menton Fête du Citron is all about lemons. In fact, this famous annual event on the French Riviera which takes place at the end of…
Palmela Castle & Setúbal: An Ideal Lisbon Low-Season Weekend Away
It’s time for another Portuguese adventure. Our expat life brought us to Lisbon in 2022 and we’ve enjoyed the opportunity to explore year round. Did you…
Venice in Winter: A 3-Day Travelogue to Inspire Your Own Itinerary
What comes to mind when you think of Venice? Gondola rides on the canals? Drinking a bellini al fresco? I think that Venice is one…
27 of the Best European Christmas Markets to Add to Your Bucket List
Christmas is my favorite time of year for city breaks in Europe. Imagine a steaming hot cup of mulled wine (glühwein), grilled sausages, and ginger…
Lisbon in October: 37 Fun Things to See, Do & Eat
Are you thinking about visiting Lisbon in October? Our expat life took us from Dublin to Lisbon three years ago and we have been taking…
How to See the Best of Art Deco Miami in One Day
Miami South Beach’s Art Deco architecture is world famous. I had the chance to spend one day in Miami at the end of a family…