One Month in Portugal & Scotland: Career Break Costs Explained

How much does it really cost to take a career break and travel for a month in Portugal and Scotland? In this video, I’m breaking down our total expenses during month 4 of our sabbatical, showing you the real numbers behind long-term travel for two adults (in US Dollars).

We visited stunning destinations like Lagos, Lisbon, Porto, Dundee, the Angus Glens, and Aviemore, while balancing travel points, groceries, and dining out to stay on budget. You’ll learn:
Our total spending and a breakdown of key categories like accommodation, food, and transportation.
How we used travel points to save on accommodations.
The differences in costs between Portugal and Scotland.

Here are a few recommendations we made in the video:
Affordable dining in Porto: Cafe Amada
Porto Steakhouse (nice for a special occasion): Ganadaria Steakhouse
AirBnb Orchard Chalet: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/10011592...
Aviemore Cairngorm Hotel for drinks
Auchenblae Golf Course in Laurencekirk for a quick 9-hole round
MPower and Vitality: platforms my former employer offered to earn points (which I redeemed to offset the cost of accommodation).

Whether you're planning a sabbatical, career break, or extended trip, this video will give you a realistic look at the costs involved in exploring two incredible countries.