Portugal's swirling favoritism controversy keeps on running
The news over this long weekend has been almost equally divided between politicians criticising each other (in the ‘election race’ that will be filling column inches until March 10) or alluding to the €4 million medication case-that-won’t-go-away: the favoritism controversy over what was...
Research project finds "no scientific evidence" in favour
A research project in Coimbra has concluded that there is no significant difference in fire behaviour between...
New Alqueva project has basic tender price of €45 million
The Alqueva Development and Infrastructure Company (EDIA) has launched the procedure to install the largest...
Portuguese State is “in hands of ANA” (airports authority)
The coordinator of the Independent Technical Commission that has just reported on what it believes is...
As the year comes to a close, the Algarve prepares to embrace the holiday season with a myriad of enchanting experiences.
In December, visitors to the Algarve can immerse themselves in festive celebrations, explore the region's natural beauty, and indulge in the warmth of Portuguese hospitality. Among the many attractions,...
Text by Medal Seguros
The healthcare landscape in Portugal is evolving, notably post-pandemic, with escalating medical costs and doctors opting out of insurance agreements. Hence, choosing a suitable health insurance has become pivotal, especially concerning competitive reimbursements outside insurers’ networks.
Some key considerations when choosing a health insurance in Portugal:
Coverage...
Now in its second year, the Algarve Business Awards showcased and celebrated some of the region’s best Companies, Entrepreneurs and Community Innovation Ideas.
The Awards are committed to recognising excellence in business across the Algarve, providing a source of inspiration to new start-ups and entrepreneurs, but, most of all, showcasing...
Text by Cerro Novo Properties
Since 1981, Cerro Novo has seen incredible change in the Algarve real estate market. Even in the challenging times, we’ve...
UK Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered his Autumn Statement to Parliament on November 22. For UK residents, the good news was the cuts in National Insurance Contributions, though income tax...
The pensions Lifetime Allowance and resulting tax charges was abolished under the UK’s 2023 spring budget. However, life is never simple with UK pensions...
There are various reasons why people take financial advice; for help investing or with their pension, tax queries, estate planning guidance etc. What many...
Everyone knows the January Blues. After the anticipation of Christmas, the festive season is over in a flash. However, there has been a growing demand from retired tourists who are kicking off their new year with an exciting getaway.
At SandyBlue, we are seeing many guests in this demographic looking...
Adding a mattress topper is like giving your bed a little "makeover" – it's the skincare routine for your sleeping surface!
The main reasons people invest in a topper are for health and comfort.
Comfort enhancement: To add a layer of softness or firmness to an existing mattress, improving overall...
Members of the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs from the Algarve started to celebrate Christmas with their traditional gala dinner on Friday, December 1.
Celebrations this year...
From generation to generation, one family continues to pass on the traditions of locally produced regional liqueurs
It is in the heart of the mountains...
Bakie: Faro’s new spot for giant handcrafted cookies
The smell of delicious handcrafted cookies fresh out of the oven every day has been steadily attracting...
I’ve always imagined that the word ‘epicurean' was shorthand for loving the good things in life, especially food and wine, a ‘lifestyle choice’ clearly well...
José Avillez, Hans Neuner and João Oliveira represent Portugal in the top-100
Three chefs leading Portuguese restaurants - two in the Algarve - have been...
Could a present-day Hamas terrorist leader, such as Yahya Sinwar, become the President of a future United States of Palestine?
The hypothesis is not so...
Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco is the only senior figure from the dictatorship of Estado Novo who continues in widespread national esteem. He is perhaps the...
