Courtesy of Andrew Ibrahim.
- Andrew Ibrahim moved from Florida to Portugal for a better life for himself and his family.
- The cost of living wasn't adding up for Ibrahim, so he got more bang for his buck in Portugal.
- The inviting culture and beautiful weather are reasons why he's enjoying his decision so far.
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Andrew Ibrahim, 31, who moved from Gainesville, Florida, to the most southern region of Portugal, the Algarve, in November 2023. Ibrahim still owns a business consultancy firm for property owners in Florida and also sells luxury real estate in Portugal. The conversation was edited for length and clarity.