🤯We hustled too hard, and crashed

Happy Sunday, all you beautiful people!

It was so nice having so many of you reach out to me this past week — even if it was because last weekend’s newsletter crashed and none of the links were working. 😅 While I truly appreciated hearing from so many of you, I’m very sorry it was due to that mess.

Here’s the long story short: The Expat Hustle is gaining a bit of traction on this magical interweb, and we decided to make things official by getting a custom domain. So fancy, I know! 💁‍♀️ But connecting this shiny new domain (www.theexpathustle.com) to the newsletter took more skills than I had, and... well, things went south pretty quickly after hitting send last week.

For those of you who feel like you missed out, don’t worry! You can catch the full newsletter on the web right here: https://newsletter.theexpathustle.com

Now that the tech gremlins have been tamed, here’s what we’re diving into this week:

🎭 Upcoming events you’ll actually want to attend

👀 A re-run of all the hot topics we’ve covered so far

🗣 A quick video lesson to help you sound more local than lost

So grab a cup of something strong (or sparkling), kick back, and let’s get into it!

✅ links working (fingers crossed!),

✅ newsletter humming

✅ hustle fully intact. 😎

Let’s go!

Ilha da Culatra (Culatra Island) is a picturesque barrier island located within the Ria Formosa Natural Park, off the coast of Faro and Olhão in the Algarve, Portugal. Stretching about 6 to 7 kilometers in length, the island is renowned for its expansive white sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters, and protected sand dunes, making it a haven for nature lovers and those seeking tranquility

Guns N’ Roses (June 6, Coimbra): The iconic American hard rock band will be performing at Estádio Cidade de Coimbra as part of their European and Middle East tour.

Lisbon Boat Party (every Thursday - Saturday): a lively, four-hour cruise along the Tagus River, offering stunning views of Lisbon’s iconic landmarks such as Belém Tower, Praça do Comércio, and the 25th of April Bridge. Hosted on a large sailing boat that accommodates over 200 guests, the party features a live DJ playing a mix of dance, house, and international music, creating a vibrant atmosphere as the sun sets over the city.

Hopen Braga Beer Festival (May 30-June 1, Braga): Held annually in early summer, this is the third largest beer festival in Portugal, featuring over 20 microbreweries, hundreds of different beers, street food, live music, workshops, and more.

The Nomad World (25-31 May, Albufeira): a week-long event from May 25 to 31 that brings together digital nomads, remote workers, and entrepreneurs from around the globe. The event focuses on themes like remote work, Web3, co-living, AI, and the future of work, offering a unique mix of professional development and leisure.

Campeonato de Portugal de Drift (May 31-June 1, Montalegre): Portugal’s national drift championship, featuring exciting motorsport action.

Rider Caramulo Endurance Ride (14-15 June, Caramulo): an annual event organized by the Museu do Caramulo in partnership with the EDC – Events Association of Caramulo. The event is aimed at owners of historic motorcycles and cars that are over 30 years old. It attracts participants not only from Portugal but also from countries such as Spain, England, Germany, and the Netherlands. The endurance ride covers almost 500 km over two days, with routes designed to maximize the enjoyment of classic vehicles.

LIDL Corrida de Santo António (June 8, Belem): a popular annual running event in Lisbon, held as part of the city’s traditional Festas de Lisboa. Participants can choose between a 10 km competitive race and a 4 km non-competitive walk, making the event accessible to runners and walkers of all ages and fitness levels

Corrida da Nazaré (June 14, Nazaré): a prominent running event held annually in Nazaré. This event is known for its fast and picturesque 10 km course, which includes two passes along the southern seafront, one along the northern seafront, and a stretch through the tranquil harbor area. In addition to the 10 km race, there is a 5 km walk and a free youth run, making it accessible to a wide range of participants

Meia Maratona d'Ouro Run (June 8, Gondomar): a popular running event held annually in Gondomar, a municipality near Porto along the scenic Douro River. The route is renowned for its beauty, running along the riverside road (Estrada N108 – Avenida Escritor Costa Barreto) with views of the Douro River, passing landmarks such as Casa Branca de Gramido and Ponte Foz de Sousa

Corrida Porto de Viana (June 14, Viana do Castelo): this running event features a 10 km competitive race and a 5 km walk, both starting at 5:00 PM. The route begins inside the Port of Viana do Castelo and finishes at the Marina Garden, offering participants the unique experience of running through the port area during a beautiful sunset.

Since last weekend’s newsletter links were broken, I’m resharing our community poll because I’d still love for you to have your say.

I’m putting together a once-per-month, lighter, more community-focused version of The Expat Hustle. This new monthly edition will focus on fun, useful, and uplifting content, with space for reader shoutouts, quick wins for daily life, and a peek into Portugal’s hidden gems.

I’d love to know what YOU want more of. Vote below for the ideas you’re most excited about, or suggest something new!

👉Click here, tell me what you think!

Some of the top-voted ideas so far include:

💸 “Portugal on a Shoestring” — budget-friendly travel tips or monthly challenges.

📌 The Hustler’s Bulletin Board — where you can submit a question, share an event, promote your small business or service, sell something, or just ask for help and I’ll feature a few each month.

🧠 Everyday Hacks — a roundup of clever little tips that make expat life smoother.

If these sound like something you’d enjoy or if you have your own idea you’d love to see featured, now’s the time to vote. It only takes a minute, and your input will help shape a monthly issue that reflects what our community really wants.

👉 What’s your take? Vote here!

If you’ve just joined The Expat Hustle, or you’re like me and your brain occasionally functions like my old HP printer (slow to start and sometimes needs a good slap), here’s your chance to catch up on the essentials we’ve covered so far:

Some of these have been absolute crowd-pleasers, others might’ve flown under your radar, but all of them are worth a quick peek to help you simplify your life in Portugal:

In partnership with FRESH Portugal, we’re launching a 3-part series over the next few months that’s essential for anyone thinking of buying property in Portugal:

🥳 And… we’re thrilled to announce a brand-new collaboration with Green Oceans Global Advisors, who’ll be bringing you sharp, practical wealth management tips tailored for expats. First up?

If your friends are buying, investing, or just trying not to get financially wrecked while living their best pastel de nata life, tell them to sign up. Sharing is caring, especially when it comes to money stuff.

This week’s language lesson is gold. Liz from Talk the Streets shares 10 easy phrases that’ll make you sound like you actually live here (and not like you're reading off a textbook). From better greetings to fixing those sneaky pronunciation traps, this quick video will help you level up your Portuguese and sound like a local in no time.

Thanks for reading! 💌

Hustle on!

Angelique🧞‍♀️

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