Portugal: A Paradise for a Holiday or a Home…Your Portugal Journey Starts Here

More than a workshop, this is a masterclass on visiting Portugal or making the decision to move to this beautiful country, all in one comprehensive package. I moved to Portugal six years ago and continue to explore this beautiful country because there is always something new to see and learn about. Portugal has great diversity as well as charm. Now I am offering workshops for … Continue reading Portugal: A Paradise for a Holiday or a Home…Your Portugal Journey Starts Here

seattleducation2010December 29, 2025December 30, 2025Leave a comment

Artists, Caldas da Rainha, History, Silver Coast

The José Malhoa Museum and the Artists of Portugal

In the center of the town of Caldas da Rainha is the beautiful Parque D. Carlos I and in the middle of the park is the José Malhoa Museum, a museum that I visit from time to time when I’m in town. The museum was the first to be built in Portugal specifically as an art museum and was designed by architect Paulino Montês. It … Continue reading The José Malhoa Museum and the Artists of Portugal

seattleducation2010August 19, 2024August 19, 2024Leave a comment

Artists, Lisbon

The Sidewalks of Portugal

I was on a Zoom call with my family in the US and my granddaughter, all of three (which she reminds me of every time we talk ;-), noticed in one of the images I was showing them, that the sidewalk was white and made of something different. I realized that through all I share with my family, I never described to them the sidewalks … Continue reading The Sidewalks of Portugal

seattleducation2010January 14, 20243 Comments

Featured shops and businesses, Food, Foz do Arelho, Lisbon, Obidos, Restaurants, Shopping

Last thoughts for the year

It’s hard to believe I have lived in Portugal for over four years. The time has gone by quickly and been filled with surprises and delights from meeting new people, making friends, exploring places and ideas, trying new foods, learning a new language and basically enjoying life. In December I visited Lisbon, something I do occasionally, not only to get my shot of the city’s … Continue reading Last thoughts for the year

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Artists, Caldas da Rainha

Caldas da Rainha, Seus Artistas e Escultores

*Please note, this post is in Portuguese. The original article written in English can be found here. Caldas da Rainha, Seus Artistas e Escultores Numa fresca manhã de Outono, em vez de ir à praia, optei por explorar mais as Caldas da Rainha, especificamente o Parque Dom Carlos I e o Museu da Cerâmica. Descobri em minha jornada bairros tranquilos e ruas secretas com belos … Continue reading Caldas da Rainha, Seus Artistas e Escultores

seattleducation2010October 14, 2023August 31, 20242 Comments

Lisbon, Shopping

Mercado 31 de Janeiro, Lisbon

There are many mercados in Lisbon as there are throughout Portugal. Mercados are markets, either open-air or in large, spacious buildings, where farmers come to sell their produce. There are also fish stalls, cheese booths, usually at least one butcher, fresh catches of fish, an area that sells bread and there are always fresh flowers, herbs and small plants. And of course, there is always … Continue reading Mercado 31 de Janeiro, Lisbon

seattleducation2010July 19, 2021July 22, 20211 Comment

Architecture, History, Lisbon, Restaurants

Architectural Design: The Old and the New

There are the wonderful buildings in Portugal that go back one, two or more centuries and there is the new which reflects on what has been built before, providing glimpses into the past but designed and built today with an eye towards the future. We will start with the past and the Casa da Alentejo. Originally built in the 1600’s, the Alverca Palace was the … Continue reading Architectural Design: The Old and the New

seattleducation2010June 27, 2021June 27, 20211 Comment

Architecture, Food, History, Lisbon, Restaurants, Shopping

Spring in Lisbon: A Visit to Evora and to Jerónimos Monastery in Belem

The above was created by a street artist who comes from Ireland and has been living in Lisbon for 1 1/2 years. He painted “grato” which means “thankful” or “grateful” in Portuguese and has a similar meaning in old Irish. When I spoke to him about the word, we understood what it meant for both of us. Two weeks ago I enjoyed my first trip … Continue reading Spring in Lisbon: A Visit to Evora and to Jerónimos Monastery in Belem

seattleducation2010June 17, 2021October 4, 20237 Comments

Architecture, History, Lisbon, Odds and Ends

April in Lisbon

April feels like life went from black and white to color, from somber chamber music to jazz. Portugal slowly and methodically began to open again, first outdoor seating at cafes and the opening of small shops then the larger stores opened and students return to school. What was a hauntingly quiet Avenida Liberdade once again came to life with cars, bikes, scooters, motorcycles and people, … Continue reading April in Lisbon

seattleducation2010April 29, 2021May 1, 20214 Comments

Christmas in Lisbon, Lisbon

The Lights of Lisbon

Tis the season of delicious sweets, music and lights along with the hope of a better year to come. One good start for 2021, besides having a new President in the US, will be Portugal’s Prime Minister António Costa filling the position on January 1st of the presidency of the Council of the European Union. The presidency of the Council of the European Union is … Continue reading The Lights of Lisbon

seattleducation2010December 23, 2020December 24, 20202 Comments