Portugal, Unplugged
Tiny living on the unbeaten path. From Belgium to Portugal: emigration stories, real life in Portugal and images from the wild corners of the Algarve.
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What if starting over isn’t about creating a new life, but returning to what feels true? A blogpost about fear, age, and listening to that quiet inner voice.
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Life in Portugal vs Belgium: What changes when you move?
In this blog post, I share the real-life differences between living in Portugal and Belgium: from slow living and local bars to bureaucracy, chaotic healthcare…
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What you might not think about when emigrating
An honest story about moving, missing, and making it work. Moving to a new country sounds like a dream. A fresh start, new adventures, sunshine…
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5 habits I’ve let go of since I moved to Portugal
Since moving here, life has asked me to slow down – and I’ve listened. These are the things I’ve let go of:
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What’s it really like to live in a Tiny House?
I’ve received soooo many questions about this on Instagram – so here we go: Living in a tiny house is unique! It’s like having a “holiday camping…
● About Me
Hi, I’m Elke.
I moved from Belgium to Portugal, chasing a deep need for a slower life.
After a rocky start and lots of searching, I ended up in the last place I expected: off-grid, in a Tiny House, surrounded by silence and nature.
Through my camera, I want to show you real life in Portugal.
The rough corners, the untold side of emigration. The beauty and challenge of Tiny House living. And of course: lots of images from the beautiful South.
Let’s wander together.
xxx Elke
Portugal, Unplugged 