Pedestrianised downtown would allow “tourism with more quality”
The Portuguese association of restaurants, bars and nightlife (APRBAN) is pushing for the ‘pedestrianisation’ of Lisbon's historic districts, to allow "tourism with more quality".
Led by Ricardo Tavares, the group believes the change would bring the capital up to speed with Europe, where...
Portugal ‘reinforcing’ renewables production ahead of winter’
Prime minister António Costa has stressed today how the EU has to reach the autumn “with another situation...
Doctors slam health ministry for “continuing to ignore signs of alarm”
The lack of obstetric health professionals in the Lisbon/ Vale do Tejo health region...
… while on ground, baggage handlers call two-day strike
Wherever one looks today, there are tensions threatening air travel. Just as Portugal prepares for what...
Property prices in Portugal rise almost 13% between January-March
Foreign investment in property in Portugal “continues to attract the attention of foreigners”, Dinheiro Vivo reports...
Portugal offers five of the best Masters in Finance post-graduate degree courses in the world according to the Financial Times.
And the Nova SBE business school near Lisbon has the best classification of all the Masters in Finance courses in Portugal, joining the Financial Time’s “elite group”.
All of the five...
The Fladgate Partnership has sold the iconic Porto boutique hotel Infante Sagres to a group of investors.
The hotel was sold to a group of Asian investors, Gaw Capital, according to the online news site ECO.
The oldest hotel in Portugal’s second city, the five-star Infante Sagres had been bought previously...
Portugal’s cork giant Corticeira Amorim now owns 100% of a large agricultural estate – Cold River’s Homestead – at Rio Frio in the Alentejo.
It had owned 50% but bought the share which was held by Parvalorem, a company set up by the Portuguese State to acquire and manage distressed...
Concession contract to last maximum of five years
A public tender for the management of Loulé’s iconic Café Calcinha has been launched by Loulé Council.
Once...
You may consider moving to the Algarve for a healthier, more relaxed lifestyle.
But Portugal also offers much wider appeal as new residents have the opportunity to enjoy a decade...
This property is an inspired conversion of a traditional mountain quinta designed by an award-winning architect.
A hidden gem that overlooks its own valley with a mountain stream and extensive woodland with eucalyptus, oak and fruit trees. Whilst totally secluded, the property is just a five-minute drive from Monchique town...
What do guests really want from a holiday? It’s an age-old question within the travel industry - one where the answer is never the same!
Travel trends mean there is always something new to try, while different destinations offer tourists different things.
The SandyBlue team knows exactly what guests want and...
This magnificent four-bedroom villa is located just 380m from the beach, West of Albufeira.
The property is in a prime sought-after position neighbouring a new...
The importance of environmental issues when trying to sell a property starts with the very simple matter of obtaining an energy certificate.
Whilst many estate...
This three-bedroom villa with a private pool is for sale within a tranquil location.
Comprising of three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an elegant living/dining room...
Think of cushions as your room’s jewellery, adding colour and style.
Find the right cushions. Throws and cushions are the ultimate accessory for a space....
You may consider moving to the Algarve for a healthier, more relaxed lifestyle.
But Portugal also offers much wider appeal as new residents have the...
