We are Mark + Meredith.


In 2023, we said goodbye to the traditional “American dream” in Charlotte, NC to instead experience a life of adventure RIGHT NOW in Portugal.

We rented our house, packed up some suitcases and our furbaby, Charlotte, and created a new life for ourselves. It’s been a wild and glorious ride - full of ups + downs + change + discomfort - but man are we glad we did it and are excited to share ALL of it right here. Because to us, adventure is a verb.

Our goal is to help you adventure in Portugal, whether it's planning your travel itinerary or helping you scout for the right place for you if you plan to move here and join us. If you’ve ever considered moving abroad, we hope hearing about our journey will help you too. And if you’re considering moving or retiring in Portugal, well - we KNOW you’re in the right place.