Guide to Portugal
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LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER | Locations – Where to Buy in Lisbon
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I'm excited to invite you to the next in our series of webinars, Myth versus Reality. This exclusive webinar on 'Where to Buy' focuses on the first location – Lisbon.
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Portugal Freedom Day
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On April 25th, Portugal celebrates 51 years of freedom and democracy, marking the end of its dictatorship.
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Happy Easter!
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Easter in Portugal is a joyful time with charming traditions, magnificent processions, and irresistible feasts! Each region has its own special feel, and towns come alive with parades, folk music, and family gatherings in the golden spring sunshine
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Madeira Flower Festival
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On the Portuguese island of Madeira, spring isn’t just a season, it’s a celebration. Each year, just after Easter, the island comes alive in a vibrant tribute to nature’s beauty with the Flower Festival, a tradition for over 70 years.
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Join us for a FREE WEBINAR: Locations – Where to Buy in Lisbon
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I'm excited to invite you to the next in our series of webinars, Myth versus Reality. This is an exclusive webinar on 'Where to Buy,' with a focus on the first location – Lisbon.
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April – what’s on in Portugal?
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April is Easter month, and Easter in Portugal is a vibrant celebration filled with rich traditions, lively processions, and mouthwatering feasts!
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March - what’s on in Portugal?
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As winter begins to fade, Portugal bursts into life with one of its most vibrant and exhilarating celebrations—Carnival.
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Almonds everywhere!
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The Algarve in early spring is delightful! Everywhere you go you can’t fail to see the beautiful almond trees with their delicate pink and white blossoms bringing the region to life.
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Portugal’s real estate market continues to thrive
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Between the warm temperatures (for Europe), a quieter atmosphere and great deals on flights and accommodation, February may be one of the best times to visit Portugal.
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February – what’s on in Portugal
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February is one of the quietest times for overseas visitors in Portugal and the weather continues to be mild. There are many fantastic things to do, not just golf - these are our favourite four:
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Why Portugal?
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New year, new life? Portugal is a hugely popular destination for anyone ready to start afresh. This small country with a population of 10.53 million offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes, incredible cuisine, and a laid-back lifestyle
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Award-winning Portugal
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For the 7th year in a row, Portugal has won the “World’s #1 Overseas Retirement Haven” award according to a study of nearly 300,000 Live And Invest Overseas readers.
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New Year, New Life?!
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Will 2025 be the year you invest in a home in Portugal and enjoy a new sun-filled life – whether through relocation or a second home? Find out how the Portuguese welcome in the New Year so that you can celebrate like a local!
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Wishing you a merry Christmas!
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"Feliz Natal!" or "Boas festas!" in Portuguese means "Merry Christmas!" Leading up to the festive season, dazzling Christmas lights spell out this phrase throughout Portugal.
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The Best of Faro
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Faro, in the Algarve, is a historic paradise renowned for enjoying more than 300 days of sunshine a year, a peaceful ambience and traditional Portuguese charm.
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Restoration of Independence Day
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Restoration of Independence Day is a national holiday in Portugal and is always celebrated on December 1st with a great source of national pride. It marks the reinstatement of sovereignty after the period of Spanish rule between 1580 and 1640.
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December events in Portugal
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This is a magical time of year to be in Portugal. With Christmas markets across the country, immerse yourself in the vibrant culture. Here are some of our favourite events in December
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St. Martin’s Day legend
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It’s November, and Portuguese families love to gather around bonfires roasting chestnuts known as castanhas with the adults enjoying a glass of Jeropiga, a fortified wine.
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Good news for Portugal’s short-term rental sector
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The short-term holiday rental sector in Portugal – known as the ‘Alojamento Local’ (AL) – is celebrating a new decree-law...
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New routes from the USA to Madeira
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United Airlines has announced eight new destinations for next year, and Funchal in Madeira is one of them. Flights between Newark (New Jersey) will begin on June 7th 2025 and will run three times per week.