A friend's wedding in Lisbon was a great reason to make an extended visit to one of Europe's most popular destinations for remote working. Having had it recommended to me by so many people as a great place to work from, my expectations were exceedingly high.
The cities growing reputation as a hub for remote work means there's a huge demand on Airbnbs in the city with prices to reflect it. Even when booking well in advance, your chances of finding a good value deal are slim to non existent, especially during the summer months.
Whilst you will probably never find a bargain, it's worth looking into alternative avenues to try find a good deal.
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New legislation
Recent changes introduced by the Turkish government has made short-term rentals for under 100 days more restricted. Keep an eye on Reddit threads for up-to-date assessments of how the new legislation is impacting short-term rentals in practice.
As you would expect from a city with Lisbon's reputation, there is no shortage of great places to work from. That being said, a couple which I did contact were at capacity for hot desking, so I would aim to sort something in advance if arriving during peak season.
Compared to other major European capitals, Lisbon remains a relatively good value option. However, while its reputation for exceptional affordability might have diminished from a decade ago, you can still find exceedingly inexpensive espressos and bottles of Sagres in the numerous small cafes that line the city's streets.
If you're arriving from another Western European country, budget similar to what you would at home and consider any spare change a pleasant bonus.
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The yen is currently at a 34-year low
While this is undoubtedly a negative for the Japanese, it makes for an exceptionally good time to visit Japan from abroad. Although this trend is unlikely to reverse significantly in the short term, it's still worth checking before visiting.
Read moreLisbon has earned its enviable reputation as one of Europe's leading holiday destinations for good reason. An excellent array of culinary offerings and distinctive architecture make it a truly memorable destination. The area surrounding Bairro Alto serves as a hotbed of nightlife, with seemingly endless bars lining each street.
Portugal is an hour behind CET, aligned with the UK in GMT.
I've written a guide on how to structure your day to get the most out of the time difference.
Without doubt, being able to speak Spanish with a degree of fluency is a huge asset when visiting South America. I had always put off visiting the continent due to my Spanish skills not extending beyond requesting a "cerveza grande".
But even with my incredibly primitive linguistic capabilities, it was not in any way to the detriment of the trip. English is spoken sparsely, but armed with a few phrases, some polite enthusiasm and a translator, it shouldn't deter you from visiting.
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