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Spain vs Portugal: Which Golden Visa Program is Best?
There has been a lot of talk of Golden Visa schemes over the last few years. Each scheme has different rules and varying levels...
Life After NHR: Latest 2024 Update
Well, there is no doubt that 2023 was a rocky year in Portugal’s rich political history. The year saw changes to the very popular...
Portugal Golden Visa Latest: 2024 Update
Although the path to Portuguese citizenship through property investment ended in October of 2023, the Golden Visa program remains open and in full flow....
Tradition and Modernity – Welcome to Santarém
Perched high on a plateau, Santarém is a viewpoint over the fertile Lezíria region, the Tagus River valley known for its agriculture, cattle breeding,...
7 Best Wineries in the Setúbal Peninsula
Setúbal is primarily renowned for its natural beauties - a myriad of stunning beaches, unbelievably beautiful natural parks, as well as historical, archaeological, and...
Lisbon’s Lost Café: The Legendary Chave D’Ouro
I first heard about the Café Chave d'Ouro (which translates in Portuguese as "Golden Key") in Neill Lochery's riveting book Lisbon: War in the...
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Countertop Dining Restaurants: The 28 Best Counters in Lisbon
Today, the concept of counter dining has undergone a remarkable transformation. It transcended its humble origins and became an exquisite experience in various parts...
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Portugal Golden Visa: Can I Still Apply and When Will it End?
Portugal shocked the world in February when the government announced an end to Portugal's Golden Visa scheme to tackle the housing crisis. The program...
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Porto
When people think about visiting Portugal, their first thought is to go to Lisbon, the capital. Porto might be the second-largest city in the...
Portugal, The Country of Azulejo Tiles
Like Fado and codfish, blue and white azulejo tiles are a Portuguese classic. These glazed blue ceramic tiles from the 14th century decorate the...
14-day Portugal Itinerary: Discover Portugal in 2 weeks
As one of the oldest countries in Europe, Portugal has a culturally rich history, stunning beaches, as well as quality wine and cuisine. Increasingly,...
Expat Guide to Retiring in Portugal
Is Portugal a Good Place to Retire?
Portugal is one of the best places in the world to retire, according to the International Living’s Annual Global...
Portugal Officially Ending Golden Visa by Real Estate Investment on October 7, 2023
The law ending Golden Visas through real estate purchase will come into effect on Saturday, October 7, effectively ending the measure introduced in 2012....
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Guide to Portugal’s 2024 Elections
On January 30, 2022, in elections brought forward by the rejection of the state budget, which led to the dissolution of Parliament and the...
Lisbon’s Beloved Piano Bar “Downstairs at Betty’s” Says Goodbye
🎵Don't let it be forgot
That once there was a spot
For one brief shining moment that was known
As Camelot🎵
These were the last words from Downstairs...
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