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Government aid announced for beekeepers affected by wildfire

€25,000 made available for beekeepers Portugal's government announced on Monday that it has created an extraordinary support fund of €25,000 for beekeepers affected by the fires that occurred in May and August this year in the municipalities of Aljezur, Monchique, and Odemira. In a statement, the office of the minister of agriculture and food,...

Canoes, kayaks and boards prohibited on beaches near Benagil cave

The Portimão port authority has prohibited the entry and exit of canoes, kayaks, and boards on six beaches near Lagoa's famous Benagil cave, one...

Government reduces VAT on fuel via tax cut

Two cent reduction on diesel and one cent on petrol Portugal's government has announced a minor reduction in fuel prices. In a statement released this Monday,...

PSD/CDS-PP win Madeira elections without absolutely majority

Miguel Albuquerque promises to form a "government with stability" The centre-right PSD/CDS-PP coalition won Sunday’s parliamentary elections in Madeira without an absolute majority, but social...

Government prepares to approve TAP privatisation bill

The Portuguese government is set to approve a law that will define the criteria for the privatisation of TAP at the next Council of...

Authorities evaluate ruling that could threaten future of Lagoa dos Salgados nature reserve

The court ruled in favour of the company wanting to build a “mega project” in Praia Grande, in the Municipality of Silves. The Algarve’s Regional...

Founderz online business school expands to Portugal

Founderz, the Unconventional Business School that focuses on skill disruption, equipping individuals with the knowledge to navigate the future, could open in Portugal in 2024. The CEO and co-founder of the company, Pau Garcia-Milà, told Jornal Económico that despite its campus being virtual, there will be meeting points with gatherings...

Discovering art in Portugal

Buying art in Portugal can be a great experience. This is because the Portuguese have a great tradition of art. The Algarve region has a long history of art, going back to the time when it was under Islamic rule. During that time, many Muslim artists came to the...

Mortgage Broker: Expert in mortgages for residents and non-residents

Bruno Faria is an accomplished professional in the field of mortgage intermediation, specialising in facilitating mortgage solutions for both residents and non-residents. With a wealth of expertise in financial services and a commitment to delivering tailored solutions, Bruno has established himself as a trusted intermediary who bridges the gap between...

Algarve real estate entrepreneur unveils Bali Dream Workshop

Portugal meets paradise at the first-ever Bali Dream Workshop, taking place from September 21 to 25 on the Indonesian ‘Island of the Gods’, promising...

Grupo Pestana buys Vila Sol resort for €43 million

The Grupo Pestana has bought the Vila Sol resort in Vilamoura from Santander Asset Management for around €43 million. The hotel group will manage...

Managing your investments when living in Portugal

Moving to Portugal is the perfect opportunity to have a fresh look at your savings and investments. You need to adjust your tax planning and estate planning to take...

Moving to Portugal? The tax and wealth management essentials to know before you go

While it is never too late to review and adjust your financial planning for living in Portugal, if you are still planning your move,...

Inflation update and planning ahead to protect our savings

It has been two years now since inflation began to climb, and we were soon noticing the higher cost of living. Prices continued rising over...

Portugal’s non-habitual residence (NHR) regime – 10 years of tax benefits

You may consider moving to Portugal for a healthier, more relaxed lifestyle, but it also offers much wider appeal, giving new residents the opportunity...

Spacious, well presented home in great location

This large family home (V3+1) on a good size plot is ideally located close to the coast, and within a short drive of the thriving town of Guia with plentiful ‘frango piri piri’ restaurants and all type of amenities. The house is approached via a quiet road and is in...

Portugal not facing a real estate bubble

“Portugal does not have and is not facing a real estate bubble” said former CEO of Novobanco Speaking at the Portugal Real Estate Summit in Estoril on Tuesday, the banker and economist said Portugal’s real estate market is being affected by a lack of supply at a time when demand...
Penelope Best

The Importance for Children of Rules and Routines

After the excitement of back-to-school preparations, most school age children will now have begun the new academic school year. One of the ways that parents...
Rosie Peddle

Mediterranean Climate Zones – the Plants of California

California, like other Mediterranean climate zones, is situated on a southwest-facing coastline with high hills sheltering a lower lying coastal plain. Another feature common to...
Joan Maycock

Turn Down Your Fear and Anger Response

Our first stress response is always an acute stress response, I call this SAM-The Match because it ignites as quickly as striking a match...
Carl Munson

Try something Portuguese

I have just launched a new feature on the Good Morning Portugal! show - ‘Try Something Portuguese’ - hopefully an inspiring and educational service...

FOOD & wine

O Barradas and Quinta do Pinto make a winning combination

The Algarve Wine Society (AWS) kicked off its new season of events after the summer break with a splendid lunch on September 12 under...

Baking Bread Series: Salt in bread

Salt. Its value has been recognised since ancient times, and has since been reflected in the language. The word salary (en.) comes from Anglo-Norman...

Morgado do Quintão throws End of Harvest Party

On October 7, the Lagoa winery is opening its doors to celebrate the end of the grape harvest season with Algarve wines, "the best...

With 50% off at the Apolónia wine fair, this could be the star of the show

The wine fair at Apólonia Supermarkets is in full swing and as always, there are many bargains to be bagged. This is one of the...

Pairing wine and cheese

Cheese and wine are a classic pairing. There's nothing quite like a glass of wine and a good hunk of cheese. But how do...

Communities Unite: an example for expats everywhere

Can you imagine a social event where foreigners meet and mix with their Portuguese neighbours, enjoying a delicious barbeque, quaffing Portuguese wine and dancing...

Battle of the Bulge

This morning I woke up feeling overweight. I knew I had gained weight because even my footsteps sounded heavy. Thwap-thwap they went, instead of...

Manuel Teixeira Gomes – An Algarvian President of Portugal

After Portugal deposed its last monarch, D Manuel II, in 1910, the country became Europe’s third republic (after Switzerland and France). Over the course...

Pet Corner: Hot off the press…

Jenny Clarke’s voice disappeared somewhere along the motorway. In her care, as president of the Association for Protection of Animals Algarve (APAA), a rescue...

Lisbon sees new March for Animals on Saturday

Lisbon will be hosting yet another ‘national march for the rights of animals’ tomorrow (Saturday) to alert to the “harsh reality” that many of...

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