Why We Created Europe Awaits
It started with a feeling.
A quiet knowing that life wasn’t meant to be lived in constant motion, rushing from one success to the next without ever exhaling.
For years, my life in California looked ideal on paper: business thriving, ocean views, a calendar full of opportunity. But something was missing, space, presence, meaning.
When my husband and I first came to Portugal, we weren’t looking for an escape. We were looking for a deeper rhythm. A place where we could raise our family, create, and still breathe.
We found it here.
What began as a long exploratory trip turned into a full relocation for land, home renovation, residency, and everything in between.
We navigated each step ourselves and did all the paperwork, the cultural nuances, the language, the emotional shift of moving across the world. Along the way, I built relationships with lawyers, architects, and local advisors who shared my same values: integrity, artistry, and care.
Over time, friends, clients, and even strangers began reaching out:
“Can you help me do what you did?”
“How do I even begin?”
That’s how Europe Awaits was born, not from theory, but from lived experience.
Today, Europe Awaits exists as a bridge for discerning Americans who crave more than another investment, and more than another vacation home.
It’s for those who want a life that feels intentional, beautiful, and grounded and supported by credible insight and human connection.
Each week, I’ll share a blend of strategy and soul:
Practical guidance on visas, property, and investment
Curated perspectives on lifestyle, culture, and belonging
And stories from those who’ve chosen to build a new chapter here
Because moving abroad isn’t just a transaction. It’s a transformation.
If you’re here, maybe you’ve felt it too, the quiet pull toward something slower, wiser, and more grounded.
Welcome to Europe Awaits.
Each week, I’ll share what I’ve learned about living well in Portugal, through both experience and expertise. You can expect:
The Portugal Brief — a weekly summary of key updates on visas, investment, and property insights (so you can stay informed without the noise).
Lifestyle & Legacy — curated features on where to live, what to explore, and how to design a life that feels deeply yours.
The Dossier — insider conversations with locals, expats, and experts shaping the future of Portugal.
Whether you’re exploring, preparing, or already building your new chapter here, this space will help you feel clear, confident, and connected.
Because this isn’t just about moving, it’s about creating legacy, investing wisely and, it’s about arriving.
Welcome to your bridge to Portugal, Europe Awaits.