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A collection of online resources to help the expat or would-be expat to sustain the expat lifestyle

ErgoGuides January Sale!

We’re putting three of our ErgoGuides business eBooks on a special free promotion for 48 hours only from 0800 GMT on Friday 27 December. If you missed the free promos the first time around when we launched the books, now you have a second chance to get them free again.

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Expat insights into life in Portugal

“Portugal is a popular destination for expats as well as tourists, with communities dotted throughout the country, most notably the Algarve. The favourable weather and excellent cuisine make it easy to see why, too. But once expats relocate here they can be subjected to life-changing experiences and learn valuable lessons from their Portuguese neighbours.” Jamie Waddell gives us the insights of three English-speaking expats who made the move to Portugal.

Ask the expats: Top tips for settling in abroad

“Relocating is always a tough task and settling in to a new culture/environment can be extremely problematic. No matter how many expert guides you read, the fact is that there is nobody better qualified to give you advice than somebody who’s had to do it themselves!” Jamie Waddell has compiled a list of useful hints to smooth the path for new expat arrivals.

Forex: timing it right!

Choosing the right time to buy or sell currency is an arcane art rather than a scientific skill. Nevertheless, good information can help take some of the guesswork out of it – and that’s just what OzForex are offering here!