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Living in Lisbon

Sunny hills, ocean surf and a big remote-worker scene.

Weather

January / July average: 12°C / 23°C
Sunny days a year: 260
Best time for a trial stay: May to October

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Everyday life

Cost of living vs. home: $$ A bit cheaper
Language: Portuguese; English widely spoken

BeachSurfBig cityFood sceneNightlifeRemote-work hub

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