A Peach in Portugal
Christie in Coimbra
Daydreaming About Moving to Portugal from the U.S.? Let’s Make Your Dream A Reality
Expert Relocation Strategy & Trusted Real Estate Representation from an American in Coimbra
I’m an American who made the life changing decision to follow my heart, face my fears, and move abroad to Portugal. Today, I’m living that dream and fortunate enough to call the enchanting city of Coimbra home.
My journey as an expatriate has been far more than a change of address—it’s been a masterclass in navigating the beautiful complexities of building a new life abroad including Portuguese bureaucracy, finding housing, and intergrating into a new culture.
Having walked this path myself, I now specialize in guiding fellow expats through their own relocation journeys, helping them avoid the pitfalls while discovering the unexpected joys that come with embracing a new chapter abroad.
The Best of Both Worlds I am unique in the industry: I am a Relocation Consultant who understands the emotional journey of leaving the US, and a Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker City who understands the technicalities of the Portuguese market. I bring over twenty years of experience as a licensed broker in the U.S with a portfolio of successfully closed commercial and residential real estate transactions.
Whether you need a roadmap for your D7 visa or a trusted partner to help you find your dream home or investment property, I am your boots on the ground.
Ready to Reimagine Your Retirement in Portugal?
Retiring in Portugal isn’t just about better weather, stunning beaches, and amazing food; it’s a strategic financial move. I specialize in helping Americans transition from a high-cost U.S. lifestyle to a high-quality Portuguese retirement. Let’s create a plan that maximizes your pension, secures your healthcare, and puts you in a community where you will thrive.
How I Help You Transition to Portugal:
- Relocation Strategy: A roadmap from the US to your new Portuguese home.
- Cultural Integration: Discovering the authentic soul of your destination.
- Real-World Insight: Honest advice on visas, neighborhoods, and daily life in Portugal.
- Property Identification and Negotiation
If the “siren song” of European life is calling you, you don’t have to answer it alone. Crafting a successful expat experience is easier with a guide who has walked the path before you.
My Socials
Follow my adventures, learn from my mistakes, and travel the world with me by following me in the social media streets.
My Life in Portugal: Unfiltered and Unscripted
Want a backstage pass to life in Coimbra? Follow me on TikTok for raw glimpses of Portuguese culture—from property tours and market days to epic festa nights and weekend train trips across Europe. Get the visual scoop on what being an American expat really looks like.
Your Daily Dose of Portugal Real Estate & Expat Strategy
Calling all real estate enthusiasts and future expats! My Instagram is where I dive deeper into the nuts and bolts of moving abroad.
Go beyond the pretty pictures: I break down the Portuguese property market, share exclusive property previews, and provide the specific, actionable steps you need to take now to prepare for your move. This is the insider knowledge that turns “dreaming” into “doing.”
Ready to turn your Portuguese property dreams into keys in hand?
Your Visual Roadmap to Portugal
Ready to turn your expat dreams into reality? Tune into the Christie in Coimbra YouTube channel for the ultimate guide to making it happen.
I go beyond general travel tips to give you practical, real-world advice on relocating abroad. From mastering cultural nuances and language hacks to discovering Portugal’s best-kept secrets, I share the specific steps you need to thrive (not just survive) in your new home. Join me as I explore hidden gems, navigate the beautiful complexities of Portuguese culture, and share the insider tips that make the difference between a tourist and a resident. Whether you are looking for relocation strategies or just pure inspiration, this is your roadmap to calling Portugal home.
Coimbra Calls
Portugal offers a broad range of cities, small town and villages that appeal to just about any type of personality, however, Coimbra called to me. I was on my three-month discovery trip here in Portugal when I decided to see what Coimbra was all about. During that visit I met so many lovely people, expats and Portuguese alike. Someone said to me, “You don’t choose Coimbra, Coimbra chooses you”. Choose me, it did. Coimbra called, I answered and now, I am here. I hope you will choose Christie in Coimbra to help you discover all that this historically rich, stunning city and country has to offer. It just might choose you, too.
Coimbra – A City of History, Royalty, Scholarship and Beauty
Coimbra is so visually stunning that a casual walk in any direction is bound to have a church (igreja), a view (vista), or park (parque) that is almost guaranteed to stop you in your tracks.
As an African-American who travels extensively, I often look for ways to share that we of the diaspora have ALWAYs existed everywhere. Portugal, and specifically Coimbra, is no exception. The Moors ruled in Portugal for over 400 years and their influence is still very present in the architecture, foods and even some of the vocabulary. For instance, some Portuguese may say oxalá which stems from inshallah. The name for the Algarve region comes from Al-Gharb, meaning the West. The more you know…
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