Portugal and the Algarve, like most European economies have not been immune to the current economic crisis. The property sector has perhaps been affected most of all, with a steep decline in real estate deals completed in recent years. However, there are... more »
Algarve Travel Articles
Positive signs in the Algarve Property Market
Golden visas and great bargains are revitalizing the Algarve property scene
Algarve Chefs Week 2013
Love food? You’ll love this…..eight top chefs, eight top resorts, one price…. Algarve Chefs Week is back, once again offering an opportunity to enjoy world class food created by world class chefs, at leading Algarve restaurants. The ...more »
Michelin Stars Shine Brightly in the Algarve
The Algarve is becoming a must visit spot for world gourmands. The bounties of the ocean and a fabulous climate mean an almost endless supply of quality fresh ingredients that sets aflutter the hearts of chefs and epicureans. Between the ...more »
Party Time in the Algarve!
Famous as a great family destination and high on every golfer's bucket list, the Algarve is no slouch when it comes to parties and good times. It could be the sunshine, or maybe the great local wine, or just the easy going and relaxed ...more »
Conrad Algarve Spa Open Day
Feeling well and looking good is something we all strive for. The abundant sunshine and beautiful landscape of the Algarve, as well as its Mediterranean diet, makes healthy living a pleasure. And with the recent opening of the Conrad ...more »
Zoomarine to the Rescue!
The Algarve is famous as a fabulous family holiday destination. There are miles of golden beaches, superb hotels, activities and theme parks for all tastes. One of the biggest attractions is without doubt Zoomarine. Now in its 22nd year, ...more »
A Bucket List of Algarve Experiences
If you think the Algarve is endless sunshine, beautiful beaches and great golf courses, well you’re right. But that’s only part of the story. The Algarve is much, much more…..so much more in fact, that we think it ought to be on ...more »
Conrad Algarve: The Art of Hospitality
The Conrad brand is synonymous with quality, luxury and excellence. A recent addition to the Conrad Hotel family, the Conrad Algarve flawlessly maintains the exacting standards of the brand and brings to the Algarve exceptional service ...more »
Surfing in the Algarve, Portugal
While many of us restrict our surfing activity to the web variety, there is a whole world of people who take to the ocean for the unique experience of riding the waves. While still hanging on to its somewhat rebel image, surfing has grown ...more »
Christmas and New Year in the Algarve
The chances of waking up to a traditional white Christmas in the Algarve are pretty slim. Here things are more colorful. Golden sands on the beach, green, green golf courses, blue skies….In the spirit of the season, we’re happy to ...more »
"I travel not to go anywhere, but to go. I travel for travel's sake" - Robert Louis Stevenson
The Golden Residence Permit programme is also giving a boost to property transactions in Portugal