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The Portugal News24 Jul

What Buyers Should Look for in an Algarve Summer Home

For many international buyers, the Algarve is at its most compelling in summer. It is when terraces become living rooms, outdoor dining becomes part of daily life, and the relationship between the house, garden and pool is experienced most fully. It is also the season when a property reveals how well it really wor

The Portugal News24 Jul

Portugal Weekend Weather (24 July): What to Expect Across Portugal this Weekend

What does the weekend weather forecast look like...

The Portugal News24 Jul

New LEDEX Forum Event Puts AI in Practice for Business Leaders

LEDEX Forum has opened ticket sales for its 15 October 2026 conference, a full-day event for business leaders who want practical answers about using AI at work.

The Portugal News24 Jul

Portuguese municipality intensifies the fight against irregular occupations in social housing in Entroncamento

The Entroncamento City Council cut illegal water and electricity connections in 25 municipal houses, in an operation that the mayor framed on 23 July as being one of "social justice" and reinforcing the policy of restoring legality.

The Portugal News24 Jul

Discovering Tomorrow's Artists Today

Every finalist in the 2026 Sovereign Portuguese Student Art Prize has invested hours of creativity, experimentation and determination into their work. Behind every piece is a young artist with the courage to share their ideas with the public.

The Portugal News23 Jul

A Tasquinha do Xico das Bifanas: A Taste of Tradition at Armação de Pêra Market

For both locals and visitors, the Municipal Market of Armação de Pêra is far more than a place to shop. It is where authentic Algarve life comes alive each morning, with fresh produce, local conversation and the unmistakable aromas of traditional Portuguese cuisine filling the air.

The Portugal News23 Jul

Parking charges to be raised in Lisbon for the first time in 15 years

In the capital, motorists could soon pay more to park on the streets after the city council proposed its first increase in EMEL parking tariffs in more than a decade. 

The Portugal News23 Jul

VivaGym Plans €100 Million Expansion Across Portugal

VivaGym is planning to more than double its Portuguese network by the end of the decade, with €100 million earmarked for new clubs as competition intensifies across the country’s growing fitness market.

The Portugal News23 Jul

Portugal establishes itself as a beauty tourism destination

Demand for beauty and wellness treatments in Portugal grew by 34.5% between 1 June and 14 July 2026, compared to the same period the previous year.

The Portugal News23 Jul

3 international novels set in Portugal released this year

Portugal continues to inspire international authors, with three novels released this year placing the country at the heart of their stories. 

The Portugal News23 Jul

Portugal Golden Visa 2026: A Guide to EU Residency Through Investment

Recent changes to Portugal’s nationality law have extended the timeline for citizenship, but the country’s Golden Visa programme continues to offer a long-term residency pathway for non-EU investors. 

The Portugal News23 Jul

Portugal Among Europe’s Leaders for 5G Adoption, New Study Finds

Portugal has been ranked as one of Europe’s top performers for 5G mobile usage, with a new report placing the country second among nations of a comparable size.

The Portugal News23 Jul

Lourinhã emerges as one of the Silver Coast’s most attractive new home markets

As buyers increasingly look beyond Lisbon, Cascais, and the Algarve, Portugal’s Silver Coast has become one of the country’s fastest-growing lifestyle and property investment regions.

The Portugal News23 Jul

Lourinhã emerges as one of the Silver Coast’s most attractive new home markets

As buyers increasingly look beyond Lisbon, Cascais, and the Algarve, Portugal’s Silver Coast has become one of the country’s fastest-growing lifestyle and property investment regions.

The Portugal News23 Jul

Portugal poised to land $40 billion US tech boost by 2031

Portugal is set to receive over $40 billion in American technology investment by 2031, a development that would make it home to the largest concentration of US artificial intelligence infrastructure anywhere in Europe.

The Portugal News23 Jul

20 Portuguese Customs That Will Help You Feel Like a Local

From greeting strangers to lingering over lunch, understanding these unwritten rules will help you settle into life in Portugal and appreciate the culture that makes the country so special.

The Portugal News23 Jul

Mondim de Basto hosts event to observe meteor shower and historic solar eclipse in Portugal on the same day

The summit of Senhora da Graça, located in Mondim de Basto in the Vila Real district, is preparing to host a unique astronomical experience on 12 August.

The Portugal News23 Jul

World Cup attention swings from America to the Iberian Peninsula

When the full-time whistle blew on the World Cup final in New York City on Sunday, the baton passed to the hosts of the 2030 tournament: Portugal, Spain and Morocco.

The Portugal News23 Jul

Portuguese government prepares support mission to Venezuela

The Secretary of State for Portuguese Communities, Emídio Sousa, said on 23 July that the government is preparing a new support mission to Venezuela, following the earthquakes of 24 June, to help with the country's reconstruction.

The Portugal News23 Jul

Martinhal Introduces Marvila Studios: A New Hybrid Hospitality Concept in East Lisbon

Martinhal today announces Marvila Studios, an innovative hybrid hospitality concept located within the Edu Hub Lisbon campus in the fast-emerging Marvila district of East Lisbon.

The Portugal News23 Jul

Food basket in Portugal sees largest weekly drop of the year

The cost of the basket of essential food items monitored by DECO PROteste recorded its most significant weekly drop since the beginning of the year. 

The Portugal News23 Jul

Hidden Hot Springs in Furnas: Discover São Miguel’s Secret Geothermal Corners

Around Furnas, several hot springs feel “secret”, especially if you explore beyond the most obvious entrances. The area is one of São Miguel’s main geothermal zones, so you can find both thermal baths and more natural spots close to the village park and the lake.

The Portugal News23 Jul

Multibanco + Perto pilot brings banking services to remote communities in Portugal

New government-backed initiative allows residents in underserved areas to withdraw cash, pay bills and access other banking services closer to home. 

The Portugal News23 Jul

Full Moon in Aquarius – A Breakthrough

The last Full Moon of the month takes place on July 29, in the sign of Aquarius.