An increasing number of Brits could be sharing their time between the UK and their property in Portugal or other eurozone countries, as research shows that the area is set to remain the most popular destination for UK travellers in 2010.Almost 22 million people are intending to visit countries across the eurozone this year.The research, [...]
An increasing number of Brits could be sharing their time between the UK and their property in Portugal or other eurozone countries, as research shows that the area is set to remain the most popular destination for UK travellers in 2010.Almost 22 million people are intending to visit countries across the eurozone this year.The research, [...]
British indie-rock band newcomers Florence and the Machine have made huge strides in the music industry over the last few years and will be bringing its distinctive sound to Lisbon on March 16th, which may appeal to Brits intending to find a property in Portugal.After winning Best Album at the UK's Brit Awards in 2010 [...]
Portugal has been named as one of the top five countries to see a growth in popularity this year, according to sale statistics and holiday booking figures released by online travel agent sunshine.co.uk.UK buyers looking for property in Portugal may be encouraged by the news that the country could be set to welcome more Brits.Spain [...]
‘La Casita’ A labour of love Nestled between two unkempt rusticas down a narrow lane that cuts through the sandy rock-faced hills, lined with an assortment of weather–beaten cottages and stray cats, she resembles a well preserved but rejected woman with low self esteem. In passing the public perceives her freshly painted white washed walls [...]
Investors looking to buy a property in Portugal may have been inspired by the country's commitment to renewable energy.Portugal generates 35.9 per cent of its electricity from wind and solar energy - which represents a major shift from the reliance on fossil fuels.For many people, the issues affecting climate change are becoming increasingly important to [...]
Property in Portugal could bring you nearer to the most important fantasy film festival in the world. The Fantasporto festival is held in extremely high regard in the country and has received the Medal of Cultural Merit by the Portuguese government as well the Gold Medals of Honour of the cities of Porto and Gaia.It [...]
Buying property in Portugal may be the first step towards a more relaxing lifestyle for many Britons heading to a new life on the continent.However, tourism organisation Turismo de Portugal notes that the pace of life is quite different on the island of Madeira.There, New Year's Eve is not only celebrated to mark the start [...]
Property in Portugal and other world destinations could be on many people's New Year's Resolutions lists for 2010.Government advisory site Directgov suggests that the new year is an ideal time for travel plans in general.For people considering buying property in Portugal, the festive period could prove the perfect opportunity.Directgov recommends that people planning their vacation [...]
Global falls in the price of property could be positive for those looking to invest in homes overseas, it has been noted.According to Christopher Chadd, the head of research at Property Frontiers, price rises in property around the world show that markets need to "correct and stabilise"."First and foremost, property markets are dictated by local [...]