Hi Rosa, I read this article again. I was wondering if you compared Portugal with Spain before moving?
I spent time in Porto, Portugal and Valencia this summer (yes, I still owe an article about this trip ;-)
Porto smaller than Valencia seemed to have better housing not just average quality high rises. I loved the siesta lifestyle in Valencia and the beach being a 15 minute taxi ride. And the beautiful people. But Porto had a certain "Harry Potter" magic in my opinion.
I just was wondering. Have a great day!
Mark