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Discover the Myth versus Reality of Owning Property in Portugal
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Thinking about investing, retiring, or living in Portugal? Don’t fall for the myths - Join us for a FREE WEBINAR! Thursday, March 6th, 2025, at 4:00 PM Lisbon time
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Luxurious penthouse with sea views in the heart of Faro
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This luxurious penthouse, located in Faro, in the Algarve, is an exclusive residential property which offers an unparalleled living experience with a blend of luxury, sophistication, and modern innovation.
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March - what’s on in Portugal?
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As winter begins to fade, Portugal bursts into life with one of its most vibrant and exhilarating celebrations—Carnival.
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Almonds everywhere!
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The Algarve in early spring is delightful! Everywhere you go you can’t fail to see the beautiful almond trees with their delicate pink and white blossoms bringing the region to life.
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Portugal’s real estate market continues to thrive
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Between the warm temperatures (for Europe), a quieter atmosphere and great deals on flights and accommodation, February may be one of the best times to visit Portugal.
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February – what’s on in Portugal
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February is one of the quietest times for overseas visitors in Portugal and the weather continues to be mild. There are many fantastic things to do, not just golf - these are our favourite four:
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Why Portugal?
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New year, new life? Portugal is a hugely popular destination for anyone ready to start afresh. This small country with a population of 10.53 million offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes, incredible cuisine, and a laid-back lifestyle
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Bumper year for Portugal’s tourism industry
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Figures just released from the National Statistics Institute (INE) indicate that Portugal's tourism sector experienced an exceptional year in 2024.
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Award-winning Portugal
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For the 7th year in a row, Portugal has won the “World’s #1 Overseas Retirement Haven” award according to a study of nearly 300,000 Live And Invest Overseas readers.
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New Year, New Life?!
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Will 2025 be the year you invest in a home in Portugal and enjoy a new sun-filled life – whether through relocation or a second home? Find out how the Portuguese welcome in the New Year so that you can celebrate like a local!
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Wishing you a merry Christmas!
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"Feliz Natal!" or "Boas festas!" in Portuguese means "Merry Christmas!" Leading up to the festive season, dazzling Christmas lights spell out this phrase throughout Portugal.
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The Best of Faro
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Faro, in the Algarve, is a historic paradise renowned for enjoying more than 300 days of sunshine a year, a peaceful ambience and traditional Portuguese charm.
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Seaside charm – exclusive development in the SW Algarve
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We are very proud to offer this exclusive development of exceptional homes in a quaint village with stunning sea views. Located 500 metres from the beautiful Salema Beach, this development's privacy and stunning ocean views will astound you.
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Restoration of Independence Day
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Restoration of Independence Day is a national holiday in Portugal and is always celebrated on December 1st with a great source of national pride. It marks the reinstatement of sovereignty after the period of Spanish rule between 1580 and 1640.
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Buy the house featured in the New York Times!
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We are very proud to present this restored stone house with vineyards on the banks of the Sousa River near Porto, recently featured in the New York Times.
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December events in Portugal
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This is a magical time of year to be in Portugal. With Christmas markets across the country, immerse yourself in the vibrant culture. Here are some of our favourite events in December
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St. Martin’s Day legend
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It’s November, and Portuguese families love to gather around bonfires roasting chestnuts known as castanhas with the adults enjoying a glass of Jeropiga, a fortified wine.
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Good news for Portugal’s short-term rental sector
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The short-term holiday rental sector in Portugal – known as the ‘Alojamento Local’ (AL) – is celebrating a new decree-law...
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New routes from the USA to Madeira
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United Airlines has announced eight new destinations for next year, and Funchal in Madeira is one of them. Flights between Newark (New Jersey) will begin on June 7th 2025 and will run three times per week.
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November events in Portugal
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November is a cosy month in Portugal with the smell of hot chestnuts sold on street corners filling the air. The weather is still mild and it’s a perfect time to look for that new home. Whilst you are here, enjoy five of our favourite events: