THE KINGSTREES: Moving to Portugal Blog | Family Vlog, Food & Culture

We’re The Kingstrees — a family of seven chasing big dreams across continents.

Our journey began in England, took us to Canada in 2012, and in 2025 we took the leap to Portugal. This blog is where we share the real highs and lows of moving abroad, discovering Portuguese food and culture, traveling as a big family, and building a new life from scratch. From tasting pastéis de nata to navigating visas and exploring hidden villages, we bring you along for the ride.

Whether you’re dreaming of moving to Portugal, looking for travel inspiration, or just love raw family vlog stories, this is your place.

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Canada Grocery Prices 2025 vs Portugal — 12 Staples Compared

by: Brett KingstreePublished on: 20/04/2025

We spent $75 on 12 staples in Canada—then stack it against Portugal supermarket costs. See item-by-item prices, real family budgets, and what matters if you’re moving to Portugal. Watch the video and subscribe to follow the full series!

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We’re Selling Everything to Move to Portugal — What Do We Keep?

by: Brett KingstreePublished on: 14/04/2025

Behind the scenes: we’re selling almost everything to move to Portugal. See how we sort keep/sell/ship, tackle shipping quotes, and what we’re really taking. Watch the vlog and subscribe to follow our move abroad step-by-step!

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Why We’re Moving to Portugal Without Visiting First — Our Honest Reasons

by: Brett KingstreePublished on: 11/04/2025

We’re skipping the scouting trip and moving to Portugal for a full year. Here’s why a holiday can’t show real life—costs, visas, schools, seasons, and daily routines. Watch the video and subscribe to follow our journey!

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