Your Portugal Starts Here!
Welcome to Olá Coimbra!
New beginnings made simple, personal, and full of heart.
Moving across town can be stressful—but relocating to a completely new country? That is an entirely different level of overwhelming.
Olá Coimbra! was born from my own personal journey of relocating to Portugal and learning how to navigate those exact high-stakes hurdles. I fell completely in love with this country, and my mission is to ensure you experience a smooth, welcoming, and confident transition from day one.
I truly enjoy dreaming with others—and turning your 'someday' plans into beautiful new beginnings.
What We Believe
Local Expertise: We provide the essential boots-on-the-ground clarity you need while still abroad.
Kind Guidance: We break down complex visa and housing logistics with patience and heart.
True Belonging: Our ultimate goal is ensuring that the moment you land, you instantly feel at home.
Warmly,
Paula Chanda
Founder, Olá Coimbra!
“It’s not the place that makes a home… it’s the people. Olá Coimbra! made me feel like family from day one.”
—Peter from New Jersey
We are thrilled to have been invited to partner with
GET YOUR GUIDE!
I use Get Your Guide for all of my trips inside of Portugal and in London and around the world!
Amazing view of Porto from the Hop on Hop off Bus!
“I saw parts of Porto I didn’t know existed!”
Hop on Hop off Bus London!
“Amazing experience! Mother and daughter.”
FAQs
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Moving abroad is very different from a local move. Beyond the language barrier, Portugal has cultural nuances, regional differences, and administrative steps you simply don’t discover until you’re already here. That’s where we make the process easier.
We act as your “boots on the ground”—guiding you through neighborhoods and regions, and ensuring listings are exactly what they claim to be. Having been through the immigration process ourselves, we know what you’ll need for visa and residency appointments and can help you avoid surprises.
In short: we take the stress off your shoulders and help you navigate everything you didn’t know you need to know before arriving.
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No problem—it can be done. We moved here ourselves without ever taking a scouting trip, so we understand exactly what you’re facing.
Our service is designed for people who can’t visit in advance but still want to confidently choose their future home. We help you identify the right region, city, and neighborhood based on your needs, and provide detailed guides, market insights, and on-the-ground support. We can tour properties by video, verify listings, and manage everything locally so your move to Portugal is as smooth and stress-free as possible.
We even have affiliate stores where you can purchase items for your new home!
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Absolutely! Even if a move isn’t on your mind yet, we’re here to help you experience Portugal like a local. We love exploring our new home and know the ins and outs of traveling throughout Portugal—and the EU in general.
Whether you’re looking for suggestions on hidden gems, help planning the perfect itinerary, or full trip planning support, we’ve got you covered. With trusted partners like Get Your Guide, we can ensure your Portugal adventure is unforgettable and leaves you counting down the days until you return… or even decide to move here like we did!
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Setting up a home from another country can be challenging, but we make it easy. We offer packages that not only help you find your new home but also prepare it for your arrival. Through our curated Amazon store, we can arrange many of the essentials you’ll need so your place is move-in ready.
While many people choose to travel light and bring only personal essentials—like clothing or meaningful items—we handle the rest, ensuring your new home in Portugal is comfortable the moment you walk in.