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Haunted Portugal
Portugal, a land blessed with abundant light, also has a dark side. Ghost stories, unsolved mysteries, and sinister apparitions mark some of the country's...
Government Reduces Taxes for Portugal Golden Visa
Golden Visa Renewal Fees Reduced
Great news for those looking to apply for or renew their Golden Visas in Portugal. The Portuguese government has drastically...
Guide to Renting in Portugal
Moving to a new country like Portugal comes with its challenges, despite the country's 300 days of sun and inviting community. One of the...
How to Save Money on Your Trip to Portugal: 12 Tips to Help You Spend Less
Let’s face it: travel is getting more expensive around the world. And even Portugal, often regarded as one of the cheapest places to travel...
International Guide to Real Estate in Portugal: Buying a House in Portugal 2024
If buying a home in Portugal to live, vacation in or maybe even retire has been your long life dream, it might be time...
The Ultimate Guide to the Biggest Party in Lisbon – Santos Populares and Santo Antonio – 2024 Edition!
In Portugal, specifically in Lisbon, the first two weeks of June are nothing but parties and events all over the city! That’s because the...
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Food & Drink
Bizarre Foods That Are Popular in Portugal – Eat at Your Own Risk
In recent years, Portugal has become world famous for its seafood (bacalhau), sandwiches (the beloved prego comes to mind), pastries (pastel de nata), and...
Travel Information
Travel Information
Hidden Gems: 17 Must-See Villages and Small Towns in Portugal
Lisbon, Porto, Coimbra, Braga, Evora, and Sintra - these cities are undeniably beautiful. But they’re also very crowded, especially during the summer. So, if...
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Top 22 Things to do in Lisbon in Winter 2022
Editor's Note: Please be careful, safe and follow all regulations regarding the covid-19 pandemic issued by the government.Winter is a great time to celebrate...
Time Required to Get Portuguese Citizenship Reduced by 12-18 Months
Portuguese residents waiting to apply for citizenship can now breathe a huge sigh of relief! The Portuguese Parliament passed significant amendments on March 5th...
Olhao
With its reputation as a fishermen's town, industrial past, and rugged vibes, Olhão has recently spruced up its image as a tourist destination. Just...
Guide to Driving in Portugal
A country best explored by car, Portugal allows tourists from the EU and US to drive with their local driving licenses. However, it might...
The Role of Women in Portuguese Fascism and in Today’s Portugal
The photograph you see in the illustration of this article is the image of two influential women in my life. My maternal grandmother and...
History and Culture
Portugal’s Lost Villages
In Portugal, there are villages that time has abandoned, lost in the mountains or buried by the waters, which today survive only in the...
7 Incredible Facts about José Saramago
José Saramago was to Portugal what Gabriel Garcia Marquez was to Colombia - the icon of magic realism. Although he is now one of...
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