Alex 
If you’re living in Portugal and rely on fast upload speeds for remote work, beware: MEO, one of the country’s major ISPs, appears to be throttling international upload traffic. This post dives into real-world speed tests, VPN workarounds, and why MEO might not be the best choice for digital professionals.
Two years ago, I packed up my life in the UK and moved to Portugal under the D8 Digital Nomad Visa. Like many remote workers, I was drawn by the promise of sun-drenched beaches, affordable living, and a slower pace of life. The Algarve, with its postcard-perfect coastline and thriving expat scene, seemed like the … Read more
If you’ve ever dreamed of relocating to Europe, enjoying a Mediterranean lifestyle, and living off your passive income, Portugal’s D7 Visa might be your golden ticket. As someone who has navigated this process, I’m here to share insights into the D7 Visa—what it is, how to apply, and, most importantly, the nuances of its passive … Read more
If you’ve ever dreamed of sipping espresso in a Lisbon café while wrapping up a client call, or coding from a beachside apartment in the Algarve, Portugal’s D8 Digital Nomad Visa might be your ticket to making that dream a reality. As someone who’s navigated the intricacies of remote work and international living, I’m here … Read more
Some afternoons begin like any other—but end up feeling like a scene from a movie. It was the first Friday of May, and I was heading toward Furadouro with my usual setup: camera over one shoulder, sunblock barely doing its job, and the kind of aimless contentment that only comes with living near the sea. … Read more
In early 2025, several major cryptocurrency exchanges—including Crypto.com, Binance, and Kraken—announced they would stop supporting Tether’s USDT for users in the European Union. If you’re living in the EU and dabbling in crypto, even casually like I do, that probably didn’t go unnoticed. This move came in response to MiCA, the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets … Read more
Last weekend, something a little out of the ordinary rolled into Ovar—a circus, but not your typical one. This was the “Circus of Horror,” a wild, theatrical mash-up of traditional circus elements with a dark, gory twist. It wasn’t something I had planned for, but on a quiet Friday evening, I saw posters going up … Read more
I’m Alex, a programmer originally from the UK. For the past few years, I’ve been living a bit of an unconventional life. I work mostly remotely, and like many in the tech world, I’ve also dipped my toes into the crypto scene. In 2022, after months of lockdowns and too much grey weather, I decided … Read more