Portugal Resident24 AugWhat would Zé say?
What, for example, would he make of the current Prime Minister or Portugal’s new president, and what about America’s? What would be his view of the great number of foreigners The post What would Zé say? appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News24 AugAlgarve to get first nursery with night and weekend opening hours
The Algarve is set to get its first nursery with extended opening hours, including nights and weekends, to help parents whose jobs do not follow a traditional working schedule.
The Portugal News24 AugFC Porto's Familiar Formula: Why Stability Could Be the Dragons' Greatest Strength
While Benfica and Sporting CP spent much of the summer attracting attention with high-profile signings and squad reshaping, FC Porto has taken a very different approach.
The Portugal News23 AugPortugal already knows how many houses are missing. It's Time to Start Creating Them.
For too long, the debate on housing in Portugal has focused on diagnosis.
Portugal Resident23 AugWhat could the new UK leadership mean for tax?
Currently there is more speculation than certainty. That said, the views they have expressed over the years could offer some clues about the direction of travel. A difficult economic inheritance The post What could the new UK leadership mean for tax? appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News22 AugLocal business incentives to be launched in Portugal
Oliveira de Azeméis is set to launch two local business incentive programs: one to designate “historic shops”—offering up to €5,000 in investment support—and another to enhance other establishments, providing €1,500 for rent or modernisation.
The Portugal News22 AugThe real estate market slows down. The real challenge starts now
For years, the Portuguese real estate market has accustomed us to a very intense pace.
The Portugal News22 AugHappy faces activate dogs’ reward centres
Scientists found that dogs’ brains respond differently to smiling human faces, providing evidence that they recognise positive emotions.
The Portugal News22 AugPortugal is industrialising again. But this time it is different
For many years, the word "industry" evoked large factories, assembly lines, mass production and competitiveness based mainly on the cost of labour.
The Portugal News21 AugWhile we discuss politics, abroad they look at Portugal
While in Portugal much of the public debate continues to focus on the political controversies of the moment, abroad a different narrative about the country is beginning to be built.
Portugal Resident21 AugTwo Portuguese among injured in Switzerland restaurant fire
Two Portuguese nationals are among the eight people injured in the major fire that destroyed a building housing a Portuguese restaurant in Switzerland, Portugal’s Foreign Ministry has confirmed. One of The post Two Portuguese among injured in Switzerland restaurant fire appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News21 AugNew emergency care model in Portugal
A model based on a different triage approach is being developed at the Leiria emergency department, helping to reduce the time patients spend in the unit while ensuring patient safety through continuous monitoring.
The Portugal News21 AugLagos: One of the Algarve’s Most Desirable Locations for Property Investment
For years, the golden limestone cliffs, hidden sea caves, long sandy beaches, and historic fishing villages of the Algarve have hidden a well-kept secret.
Portugal Resident21 AugFive missing after major fire at Portuguese restaurant in Switzerland
Five people are missing and eight have been injured after a major fire destroyed a building housing a Portuguese restaurant and apartments in Switzerland in the early hours of this The post Five missing after major fire at Portuguese restaurant in Switzerland appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident21 AugGoing the extra mile
This June, 1 on 1 Car Rental and Transfer Services proudly celebrated its third anniversary, marking another year of delivering on its promise of service, value, and reliability that consistently The post Going the extra mile appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News20 AugSpain's Ministry of Consumer Affairs fines Avis €1 million for abusive fees
The car rental company Avis was fined the maximum amount of €1 million by Spain’s Ministry of Social Rights, Consumer Affairs and Agenda 2030 after authorities discovered serious violations in its rental contracts involving the improper charging of additional fees to customers.
The Portugal News20 AugProperty of the Week: Beautiful Character Quinta-Style Villa Near Loulé
Set amidst the peaceful Algarve countryside, just minutes from the vibrant city of Loulé, this charming quinta-style villa effortlessly combines traditional Portuguese character with modern comfort.
Algarve Daily News19 AugPortimão ponders restrictions on e-scooters and electric bikes, in battle against dangerous parking and abandonment of rental vehicles
Portimão Municipal Council has approved the launch of a municipal regulatory process, paving the way for new restrictions governing the use of rented e-scooters, bicycles, and other vehicles that are operated as part of shared services within the municipality.
The Portugal News19 AugPortuguese families spend 82 percent of salaries on rent
New data show renting and buying a home continue to require a high share of household income, with Faro and Funchal facing the highest housing cost burdens.
The Portugal News19 AugRoom rents rise as supply falls
Finding an affordable room to rent is becoming increasingly difficult in parts of Portugal, with asking prices reaching €527 a month as the number of rooms available on the market falls sharply.
The Portugal News19 AugWine, history and luxury come together at Taboadella
Taboadella brings together wine tourism, history, and luxury accommodation at its estate in the Dão, where visitors can explore 42 hectares of vineyards, discover more than 1,500 years of winemaking history, and stay at a private Relais & Châteaux property.
Portugal Resident18 AugAlbufeira mayor says he is being “persecuted” after discrimination charge
Albufeira mayor Rui Cristina has said he stands by his position on municipal housing after being charged with discrimination and incitement to hatred and violence over comments concerning the local The post Albufeira mayor says he is being “persecuted” after discrimination charge appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident18 AugFour decades of calling the Algarve home
Forty years ago, when Scottish-born Charles Mackenzie first arrived in the Algarve, the region was a very different place. There were fewer resorts, quieter winters and a slower pace of The post Four decades of calling the Algarve home appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Algarve Daily News17 Aug‘I’m being persecuted’: Albufeira mayor charged with incitement to hatred and housing discrimination, just 10 months after being voted in
Portugal’s Public Prosecution Service (MP) has charged Albufeira mayor Rui Cristina, of the populist Chega party, with discrimination and incitement to hatred and violence over remarks he made at a Municipal Assembly meeting last year, the Regional Prosecutor’s Office revealed on Monday, 17th August. The mayor has sinc