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The Portugal News7 Aug

Real Energy Independence

How one Algarve home reduced a €600 monthly electricity bill to as little as €60, and now spends most days without using the grid.

The Portugal News7 Aug

Algarve Caring Hands - Elevating home care in the Algarve

In the heart of the Algarve, Algarve Caring Hands has become one of the region’s most trusted and compassionate home care providers. 

The Portugal News7 Aug

New Transavia route between Portugal and Belgium

The low-cost airline Transavia will begin a new connection between Porto and Brussels on 14 December, with three weekly flights on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, the carrier announced.

The Portugal News7 Aug

Cristiano Ronaldo to marry this weekend?

There have been rumours and speculation that Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez may marry this weekend, in Madeira, at Funchal Cathedral.

The Portugal News7 Aug

Portugal can become one of the great technological centers of Europe.

For many years, Portugal has sought to attract international investment mainly through tourism, real estate, industry and services. 

The Portugal News6 Aug

easyJet moves closer to Sun after Apollo deal

easyJet agreed on the takeover deal with Apollo after Castlelake pulled out of the bidding process. 

The Portugal News6 Aug

Wine Destination Portugal returns to Alentejo

Wine Destination Portugal will return to the Alentejo this autumn, bringing Portuguese producers and international buyers together in Beja from 16 to 20 November.

The Portugal News6 Aug

New Portugal competition for climate refuges

Turismo de Portugal has developed the Climate Refuge Network Program “Stay Cool” to support various initiatives at the municipal or parish level to adapt tourism destinations to climate changes.  

The Portugal News6 Aug

New digital healthcare platform to be launched in Portugal

The digital healthcare platform UrgentDoc.eu is in phase two of its three-phase expansion into Portugal.

The Portugal News6 Aug

Portuguese health authorities warn of the dangers of drowning

The Directorate-General for Health (DGS) has published a guide with recommendations to prevent drowning, warning that high temperatures lead to increased visits to beaches, rivers, reservoirs, swimming pools and other water bodies, thereby increasing the public’s exposure to drowning risk.

The Portugal News6 Aug

Portuguese party urges government to reconsider Morocco’s 2030 World Cup Hosting due to Ceuta crisis

Livre, Portugal’s left-wing party, has called on the government to oppose Morocco’s participation as a co-host of the 2030 FIFA World Cup, arguing that recent events in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta have fundamentally altered the political landscape surrounding the tournament. 

The Portugal News6 Aug

The $40 Billion Portugal Story Most Investors Are Missing

When most people hear that Portugal could receive more than $40 billion in U.S. technology investment by 2031, most immediately think about artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and data centers.

The Portugal News6 Aug

Portugal NHR Tax Holders: Plan Early and Mitigate Future Tax Burden

For those who have benefitted from the Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) tax regime, the end of that tax status can arrive with an unwelcome shock if left unaddressed. Industry experts estimate that only around 27% of people currently under NHR are properly prepared for what comes after it, with many leaving planning until f

The Portugal News6 Aug

The Secret Reason International Families Are Moving to Portugal

For a growing number of entrepreneurs, executives and families relocating from abroad, Portugal's appeal goes well beyond its reputation as a sunny retirement destination. Those who have made the move point to a combination of lifestyle, culture and practicality that is proving hard to resist.

The Portugal News6 Aug

One in ten residential properties listed for sale in Portugal sells in less than a week

The Portuguese residential real estate market is diverse, which leads to different rates at which homes are sold depending on their features and location. 

The Portugal News6 Aug

Portugal Weather Today (6 August): Forecast, Temperatures & What to Expect

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The Portugal News6 Aug

Elderly British travellers struggle with European Union new fingerprint checks

Some older British travellers are experiencing unexpected delays at European airports after the EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES) failed to recognise their fingerprints, leaving them waiting for manual checks that can take hours.

The Portugal News6 Aug

Take part in a night harvest under the stars in the Alentejo

If you've ever wondered what it's like to take part in a traditional Portuguese grape harvest, this summer you'll have the chance to do exactly that. 

The Portugal News6 Aug

New Resort in Carvoeiro by Carvoeiro Branco opens

Carvoeiro Branco opened Primelife, a new development in Carvoeiro.

The Portugal News6 Aug

Best banks in Portugal: A guide to choosing the right bank

Choosing a bank is one of the first practical things many people do after moving to Portugal. 

The Portugal News6 Aug

INNO-ANTIDOTE: Promoting volunteering activities in Portugal

VogalOrizontal is a company based in the Algarve, Portugal, involved in several Erasmus+ projects, one of which is INNO-ANTIDOTE.

The Portugal News6 Aug

A proud display of national cuisine in Albufeira

Located in Albufeira, the Tascaria São Rafael is a restaurant dedicated to going back to basics, serving a full roster of iconic Portuguese dishes.

The Portugal News6 Aug

Espinho Planetarium to hold an event at Praia da Baía during the solar eclipse in Portugal

Astronomers and other professionals from the Espinho Planetarium will be holding a free event on 12 August at Praia da Baía to help the public observe and understand the solar eclipse, which is expected to obscure 98% of the sun at that location.

The Portugal News6 Aug

Property of the Week: Exclusive beachfront villa with panoramic sea views and views of the Arrábida mountains

Hidden within the privacy of the Tróia Resort, protected by 24-hour security and facing one of Europe’s most untouched beaches, this is one of those rare homes that quietly redefines beachfront living.