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The Portugal News9 Sept

Bernardo Teixeira, Garvetur: “The Algarve continues to be one of the most resilient real estate markets in Portugal”

Bernardo Teixeira, a member of Garvetur’s management team, analyses the current real estate cycle in the Algarve. Against a backdrop of strong international demand and the growing difficulty faced by people living in the region when it comes to accessing housing, he identifies the lack of supply as the main structural

The Portugal News9 Sept

Hundreds of UK flights cancelled after air traffic control failure

At least 250 flights have been cancelled across the United Kingdom following a technical failure in the country’s air traffic control system

The Portugal News9 Sept

Americans become top foreign tourists in the Douro

American tourists are increasingly discovering Northern Portugal, with the US now becoming the leading foreign tourism market in the Douro.

The Portugal News9 Sept

Cinema audience in Portugal doubled

Portuguese cinemas drew almost 1.8 million viewers in August, an 83.5% increase from the same month last year, driven by the new "Spider-Man," the Portuguese Institute of Cinema and Audiovisual (ICA) revealed.

The Portugal News9 Sept

Portugal Golden Visa 2026: Is It Still Available and How Does It Work?

Portugal’s Golden Visa remains available in 2026, but the programme looks very different from the property-led route many international investors still remember. This guide explains who can apply, which investments qualify, the residence benefits, the minimum stay, family inclusion, and the long-term pathway.

The Portugal News9 Sept

Portugal is best discovered on foot

There is a Portugal you see from a car window. And then there is the Portugal you meet on foot. A fisherman pulling his boat in after a morning on the Atlantic, looking up to wave as you pass.

The Portugal News9 Sept

Portugal prepares agricultural diesel support amid rising fuel costs

Manuel Castro Almeida, Minister for Economy and Territorial Cohesion, has confirmed that the Government is set to allocate support for agricultural diesel as rising fuel costs threaten to increase pressure on food prices. 

The Portugal News9 Sept

How to introduce colour without redecorating an entire room

 Small decorative accents and styling tricks can help reimagine a space, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Portugal News9 Sept

Slot Tournament Leaderboards: How Competition Between Players for the Prize Pool Works

Slot machines are usually a solo experience. You spin, you win or you don't, and nobody else is involved in the outcome. Tournaments flip that setup completely, turning a private game into a competition against dozens or even thousands of other players at once.

The Portugal News9 Sept

Slot Tournament Leaderboards: How Competition Between Players for the Prize Pool Works

Slot machines are usually a solo experience. You spin, you win or you don't, and nobody else is involved in the outcome. Tournaments flip that setup completely, turning a private game into a competition against dozens or even thousands of other players at once.

The Portugal News9 Sept

Portugal Weather Today (9 September): Today's weather forecast

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The Portugal News9 Sept

New Tourist Tax in Portugal

The Tomar City Council unanimously approved the final version of the regulation for the tourist tax of two euros per overnight stay, estimating to collect around 300,000 euros per year.

The Portugal News9 Sept

Portugal aims to curb rising food prices

The government is preparing measures to subsidise the cost of diesel used in agriculture, to alleviate the burden on farmers and curb the rise in prices of agricultural products, said the Minister of Economy and Territorial Cohesion.

The Portugal News8 Sept

Águeda’s famous umbrella streets

I have always wished to go to Águeda. Since I had seen so many photographs of its streets with colourful umbrellas, I decided I wanted to see it for myself. 

The Portugal News8 Sept

9 Most Beautiful Towns in Portugal

Portugal's beauty isn't confined to Lisbon's tiled façades, Porto's riverfront or the beaches of the Algarve. Head away from the country's biggest cities, and some of its most memorable places are considerably smaller, sometimes little more than a collection of houses gathered beneath a castle or around an ancient chur

The Portugal News8 Sept

Ryanair calls on extending EES derogation

Ryanair requested an extension of the EES derogation until April 2027, as it already expired on 6 September. 

The Portugal News8 Sept

Cars losing appeal among Gen Z in Portugal

For many young people in Portugal, having a car is no longer seen as the clearest route to independence. 

The Portugal News8 Sept

Is social media giving you health anxiety? Here’s how to combat it

Think about whether your Instagram feed is helping or hindering your health.

The Portugal News8 Sept

Milk price decline to cost producers €72 million

Portuguese milk producers are facing falling prices alongside rising costs for fertiliser, animal feed and energy.

The Portugal News8 Sept

Rent-a-car firms take over 13% of Portugal’s new vehicles

Portugal’s rent-a-car industry remained a significant buyer of new vehicles in August, accounting for 2,160 passenger cars registered during the month.

The Portugal News8 Sept

Weekend weather forecast

Cloudy, but sunny weekend

The Portugal News8 Sept

Did you know you can take a ferry to Tavira Island?

There are two main places to catch the ferry to Ilha de Tavira.

The Portugal News8 Sept

Investing in Our Talent

I have been following and writing about Angels Way because I find particularly interesting the initiatives that seek to bring together capital, experience and entrepreneurial talent. 

The Portugal News8 Sept

PSI companies post record €3.66 billion profits in Portugal

Companies listed on Portugal’s PSI index reported record profits in the first half of the year, led by the energy and banking sectors.