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Lisbon is not only the capital city of Portugal, but also a hub of higher education in the country. Lisbon offers excellent academic programs, research opportunities, and a vibrant student life, and guess what, it’s also home to our student residences!
International Women’s Day is an important day for all women around the world, including those living and working at our student …
Studying abroad is an experience that can be life-changing and transformational.
Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal, is a popular destination for students from all around the world, but many students find themselves in …
Before choosing a city to live in, it is essential to know the cost of living, as this is decisive to understand what your standard of …
Choosing where you will live during your student life is not an easy task. You will face a lot of different types of services, options, and …
Winter in Lisbon may be chilly, but it’s also a time of the year when the city comes alive with holiday cheer and festive events.
Portuguese culture is spread everywhere, from the big cities to the smallest of villages, from tile to local cuisine, with the best olive …
Before choosing a city to live in, it is essential to know the cost of living, as this is decisive to understand what your standard of …
We are extremely happy to announce that we are opening on February 1st, a brand-new student residence in Lisbon.
Oporto is a city on the riverside, so it has a very particular feature, almost all the bars and clubs are located downtown and they are all …
Last October 1st, took place in Spain the twenty-ninth edition of the World Traveler Awards. In this article we will present the winners of …
In Lisbon, there are a variety of places to enjoy with your friends. You can go out to discos or bars, but you can also go out for a drink. …
Considered to be among the best in Europe, Lisbon is well known for its nightlife. Lisbon’s bustling nightlife was a secret known only to a …
Looking forward to finally starting the university experience in Portugal? Check out all our tips in this article, so you can enjoy it 100%!
One of the best things about summer is the late and beautiful sunsets, and we’re about to show you the most incredible spots to watch them!
One of the best things about summer is the late and beautiful sunsets, and we’re about to show you the most incredible spots to watch them!
Portugal is not only a land of diverse architecture and rich cultural heritage but is also the choicest of all study abroad destinations …
If you’re considering pursuing a degree abroad, then here are the top 5 reasons why Oporto can be a very good option for you.
If you are thinking about studying in another country, then here are the top 5 reasons why Lisbon could be a very good option for you.
Lisbon has become one of the best destinations for vacation, work, and study. The capital city of Portugal is famous for its tiled facades, …
Are you spending the summer at the Xior Campus Asprela residence and want to make the most of the good weather? Then visit our suggestions …
Grab all your #XiorFamily friends and celebrate one of the most famous holidays in Porto: St. John!
Grab all your #XiorFamily friends and celebrate one of the most famous holidays in Lisbon: St. Anthony!
During your spare time while studying abroad in Porto, don’t think twice: go explore the best it has to offer. We’ve gathered 10 awesome …
Not sure if choosing Porto for your Erasmus experience was the best idea? In this article, we’ll show you that YES, it was!
Not sure if choosing Lisbon for your Erasmus experience was the best idea? In this article, we’ll show you that YES, it was!
Ever feel like taking off your sweatpants, getting out of bed, and going somewhere that really boosts your productivity? If the answer is …
Do you need an extra stimulus to activate your productivity while studying or working? Discover, in this post, where there are the best …
Porto is one of the top studying abroad destinations in Europe. With a very affordable cost of living, Porto draws thousands of students and …
Choosing the best area to live as a student in Lisbon will depend on what you want. Do you prefer a place that has many nightlife options, …