Things we learned in our time in Portugal:
So, here are a few final observations about beautiful Portugal and the eight months we have spent here. ❤ We count ourselves as incredibly fortunate to have ended up in […]
Adeus a Portugal
Hi folks 💕 The outstanding issue we had with the fridge in our van has now been resolved, hooray! We needed the fridge fixed before we could undertake the drive […]
Alcantarilha and the Chapel of Bones
While waiting for our van to have the final bits of work done on it today, we spent a pleasant couple of hours in the village of Alcantarilha, near to […]
Different types of vans
Caitríona: I have been intrigued to discover the big range of vehicles people use for vanlife. Our type, a pre-constructed motorhome, is the most common type, along with campervans which […]
Autumnal Equinox 2020
Autumnal equinox wishes to all of you, from Falésia! On 12th September, we moved back into the van after our two months in Guia. Morgan and Olwen were both very […]
Celebrations & fun with friends
4th September: Today is Olwen’s half-birthday and, of course, that means cake! Here she is with nine and a half chocolate cupcakes! 19th September: Today we spent the afternoon at […]
Daytrip to Albufeira
Caitríona: Today Morgan, Olwen and I took a trip into Albufeira, being Saul-less because he is back in Ireland for a day, getting his passport application signed by a guard! […]
Olwen’s top 5 beaches in Portugal
Carvoeiro: I liked this beach and most of the time it was very warm. I also loved the town; it was pretty and they sold nice ice-creams. The beach was […]
Castelo de Silves
Today we finally made it to see Silves Castle – no lockdown and no puppy. Castelo de Silves dates so far back, it is difficult to trace with accuracy. It […]
Modifications and repairs to the Krystal
Today’s the day we move back into the van, hooray! (Some of us are more delighted than others…) Such a headache, getting everything sorted, though. But it’s a good opportunity […]