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Portugal Resident5 Aug

Algarve Tourism Board returns to where journey began

The Algarve Tourism Board (RTA) has marked three years since its current executive took office by holding a meeting at the Algarve International Circuit in Portimão, where its mandate began The post Algarve Tourism Board returns to where journey began appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News4 Aug

A 2.5% increase in house rents is expected in Portugal in 2027

Data from the National Statistics Institute (INE) reveal that landlords and tenants can expect a 2.51% increase in rents in 2027, in line with inflation estimates.

Portugal Resident4 Aug

European prosecutors reviewing PJ contracts awarded during Luís Neves’ tenure – CNN

The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) is reportedly conducting a preliminary review of public works contracts awarded by the Polícia Judiciária while current Interior Minister Luís Neves was its national The post European prosecutors reviewing PJ contracts awarded during Luís Neves’ tenure – CNN appeared first

Portugal Resident4 Aug

Portugal recognises over 150 rare diseases in year in which 1,803 rare disease cards issued

Portugal recognised 155 different rare diseases for the first time in 2025 – the year in which 1,803 Rare Disease Cards were issued, 13.2% more than in 2024, covering a The post Portugal recognises over 150 rare diseases in year in which 1,803 rare disease cards issued appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident4 Aug

Municipalities gain power to approve property expropriations

Portugal’s municipalities will now be able to declare property expropriations to be in the public interest without requiring approval from the government, under changes to the Expropriations Code published in The post Municipalities gain power to approve property expropriations appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News4 Aug

Portugal classified 155 new rare diseases in 2025

Portugal classified 155 different rare diseases for the first time in 2025, the year in which 1,803 Rare Disease Cards were issued – 13.2 per cent more than in 2024 – covering a total of 594 conditions, according to the DGS.

Portugal Resident4 Aug

PJ police impound Hong Kong flagged container ship in Sines

Early this morning, PJ judicial police boarded and seized a container ship in the Port of Sines carrying cocaine. The massive “MAERSK NOKWANDA” is currently being searched. The vessel sailing The post PJ police impound Hong Kong flagged container ship in Sines appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News3 Aug

A further seven municipalities in Portugal with an average house price exceeding €750,000

The varying dynamics of the Portuguese property market remain evident across the country.

The Portugal News3 Aug

Burger competition brings international flavours to Albufeira in the Algarve

Burger lovers have a new reason to visit Albufeira this summer as the Portugal Burger Cup – Summer Edition arrives at Parque do Ribeiro from 1 to 10 August, bringing together burgers inspired by eight different countries in a friendly culinary competition.

Portugal Resident2 Aug

Study finds disinformation “central to CHEGA’s digital strategy”

Questions surrounding an apparent break-in at André Ventura’s parliamentary office have taken on added significance following the publication of academic research identifying disinformation as a “structural element” of CHEGA’s digital The post Study finds disinformation “central to CHEGA’s digital strategy” appeared fi

Portugal Resident2 Aug

Parents resort to courts to retrieve son’s missing exam papers – and save overall grade

EduQA, the institute of education, quality and evaluation, has until tomorrow (Monday) to live up to its name and deliver the full exam of a Viseu 12th year student, whose The post Parents resort to courts to retrieve son’s missing exam papers – and save overall grade appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News2 Aug

The Portuguese real estate market is finally returning to normal

For several years, the Portuguese real estate market has lived in an almost exceptional environment. 

The Portugal News1 Aug

The real estate of the future will be defined by resilience, not just location

The key and fundamental rule of real estate for many was simple: location, location, location. 

The Portugal News1 Aug

The house has become just the mirror of a larger problem in Portugal

Whenever we talk about housing in Portugal, the discussion almost always ends at the same point: house prices. 

Portugal Resident1 Aug

German children rescued off unsupervised Algarve beach

Two German children were rescued from strong currents at the Cacela Velha inlet on Friday afternoon, July 31, after getting into difficulty while swimming in an unguarded area. The children, The post German children rescued off unsupervised Algarve beach appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News31 Jul

We tried Vilamoura's new world-inspired dinner nights

Visitors looking for something a little different this summer can now enjoy a new series of themed dinner evenings in Vilamoura, with a different cuisine taking centre stage on selected nights throughout the week.

The Portugal News31 Jul

Coimbra records Portugal’s fastest-growing rental demand

The demand for rental housing in Portugal continued to accelerate during the second quarter of 2026, with Coimbra emerging as the country’s fastest-growing market for tenant interest, even as average rents edged lower.

Portugal Resident31 Jul

Loulé to double size of free car park

Loulé Municipal Council has given the green light to the preliminary programme for the expansion of the Cássima car park, increasing its capacity from the current 200 spaces to approximately The post Loulé to double size of free car park appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News31 Jul

Grândola, Castro Marim, and Loulé surpass Lisbon in luxury home prices per square metre

Three Portuguese municipalities have overtaken the capital in the median price per square meter for premium-segment housing, reaching figures above €10,000 during the second quarter of 2026. 

The Portugal News31 Jul

Pianist Duncan Moss on Swapping Business for the Beauty of Music

For over three decades, Duncan Moss built a successful career in the corporate world, working across business, property, and private equity. 

The Portugal News31 Jul

Comporta’s New Chapter: Where Relationships Shape Extraordinary Opportunities

The most valuable opportunities in luxury real estate rarely begin with a property.

The Portugal News30 Jul

Europe's largest inflatable obstacle course is coming to Lisbon this August

Families looking for something different to do this summer will soon have the chance to experience what organisers describe as Europe's largest inflatable obstacle course.

Portugal Resident30 Jul

Atlantic Club Comporta opens bookings for luxury private residences

The Atlantic Club Comporta has officially opened and is now accepting reservations, introducing a new luxury residential concept that combines the privacy of a standalone villa with the services of The post Atlantic Club Comporta opens bookings for luxury private residences appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News30 Jul

Comporta strengthens its position as one of Portugal premier property destinations

Comporta is continuing to cement its reputation as one of Portugal’s most sought-after luxury property markets, attracting affluent buyers from around the world while maintaining its reputation for understated exclusivity.