Property in Portugal's capital, Lisbon, gives holidaymakers the chance to put themselves at the heart of a dance festival this month.In late May and early June, the Alkantara Festival is due to take place, with performances linked by a common desire.This, the city's tourism authority explains, is "a desire to communicate with the spectator".For people [...]
Property in Portugal could be a "top value" proposition given the country's low cost of living and favourable exchange rate.Sarah Munro, head of Post Office Travel Services, notes that many Britons are currently confused as to which countries in Europe are part of the single currency eurozone.However, long-term favourites remain popular, meaning many UK residents [...]
The detailed planning application for the Ponta do Pargo Hotel in Madeira has now been submitted to the Calheta planning authority. Calheta's President Manuel Baeta has confirmed that the granting of the building licence can be expected in early summer, President Baeta has shown an immense amount of interest in and support for the hotel [...]
Property in Portugal remains popular among British expats, according to freelance travel journalist Marc Da-Silva.He explains that many people are currently looking at the prospect of relocating abroad in order to raise their general quality of life.For those planning to do so, property in Portugal, France and Spain is often a priority, along with English-speaking [...]
Property in Portugal can still be reached by air despite the volcanic fallout from Iceland - if you can get to Madrid.The continuing restrictions on air travel in the UK are just part of a wider issue, with many airports across Europe still closed.Guidance from the Civil Aviation Authority warns that the situation may take [...]
For travellers with a sweet tooth, property in Portugal could be just the thing.As events such as the Madeira Flower Festival take place over the course of 2010, sweet delicacies are to be given away free to arrivals at Madeira's international airport.Giveaways have already been held by the Ribeiro Seco Sugar Syrup Factory, with more [...]
Property in Portugal provides the backdrop for a festival of flowers each year, with the 2010 event due to tie into the international celebrations of the Year of Biodiversity.Madeira Islands Tourism explains that the Flower Festival takes place in Funchal and allows a broad range of artistic expression to be enjoyed while also helping to [...]
Lovers of low-budget or independent filmmaking could find property in Portugal allows them to immerse themselves in a culture of creativity.Each year, the movies made by Madeira residents are celebrated at the Funchal Film Festival.In 2010, a series of short films are scheduled to premiere at the festival as part of a competition to find [...]
Golfing enthusiasts might want to get into the swing of things in Madeira by moving to property in Portugal's golfing region.In April, Madeira is due to host the Madeira Island Open 2010, giving golfers the opportunity to scope out the area's fairways and decide whether its courses are suited to their needs.Madeira Islands Tourism suggests [...]
People from the UK looking for property in Portugal are being swayed by the Algarve's year-round sun and heading to the "Golden Triangle", according to the Daily Mail.The long-established tourism industry in central Algarve has overtaken the well-advertised newcomers in the Silver and Blue Coasts around Lisbon to become the first choice for Brits looking [...]