Here’s a snapshot of my fourth week in Portugal: from the changing weather and metro rides to language class, new friendships, and everyday life in Lisbon.
Hi! I’m Justin, and I’m excited to explore Portugal with you, learning about daily life, culture, and language together as my journey unfolds.

Here’s a snapshot of my fourth week in Portugal: from the changing weather and metro rides to language class, new friendships, and everyday life in Lisbon.

Living in Lisbon highlights how small daily habits like recycling, using energy wisely, and choosing local food support sustainability, showing differences from the U.S.

This field note explores café culture in Lisbon as a daily tradition. Through observation and personal experience, it highlights how cafés foster interaction and reflect local lifestyle patterns.

A full day in Belém, a district of Lisbon: tasting Pastéis de Belém, exploring historic streets and parks, and experiencing city life through local events and urban transport.