Originally a small fishing village caught between the Atlantic Ocean and the waterfront area leading back to Lisbon (sometimes referred to as the Portuguese Riviera), Cascais has grown into a popular tourist destination. It’s home to many Portuguese nationals as well as expats from all over the world.
Some of the country’s wealthiest and most famous citizens call Cascais home, including the president of Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo when he’s not scoring goals in professional soccer leagues.
Offering innumerable amenities, fantastic restaurants, tons of culture, gorgeous scenery, and more, you’d be hard-pressed to find a Portuguese city more liked by long-time locals and newbies alike.
Discover Cascais in this Portugal Special Report.
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At an ancient crossroads in the hills of the eastern Algarve, the town of São Brás de Alportel has a rare claim to fame in inland Portugal: its population is steadily growing. It has bucked the trend of depopulation, which has taken out many of the Algarve’s smaller villages.
São Brás is an inland municipality of some 11,000 people. A palpable sense of community, astute political leadership, and some key practical considerations have set it on a winning path. Today, its population has a growing international flair.
São Brás is not a prime Algarve beauty spot, but it has a small, scenic old quarter with a church and narrow, cobbled streets, plus it’s only 15 minutes to the sea. Discover São Brás’ little gems in this Portugal Special Report.
From soccer to surfing, walking to cycling, and, of course, golf, Portugal is a physically fit and active country. In this Portugal Special Report, we’ll introduce you to all the different sports you can enjoy in Portugal. Whether you’re an armchair fan or a fitness freak, there’s something sporty for you here.
Our Portugal Home Conference Kit is the most in-depth resource that you’ll find anywhere about living, retiring, or investing in Portugal. This massive kit contains every presentation made during our recent Live and Invest in Portugal Conference.
Home to more than 100,000 resident expat retirees, Portugal is a land of superlatives… this little nation boasts arguably the best beaches in Europe, along with the best weather, the best golf, and, thanks to decades as an expat hotspot, the most welcoming locals in Europe. Furthermore, the classic Mediterranean diet you’ll find here counts as one of the healthiest in the world, helping prevent heart disease, Alzheimer’s, and more.
This isn’t one of the world’s cheapest places to live. But it is a bargain compared with elsewhere in Europe and one of the best places in the world today to enjoy a safe and enjoyable retirement on the ocean, free from any developing world stress…
Did we mention, Portugal was named the #1 place to retire in 2022? Now is the time to get in… and this kit will help you get started!
When a region and a wine share the same name, you can imagine the passion involved in the product…
The history of this fabulous city—the second-most prominent in Portugal—is closer to that of an ensemble of small villages, its landscape formed by generations of seafaring and trade.
Some of the oldest parts of the city are being totally revamped, so it’s common to see infrastructure works underway as you walk the streets these days…
Although shrouded in resident fog that contrasts with the colorful people that live here, the gloom adds a sense of charm and mystery while simultaneously illuminating the city… it adds personality and creates harmony among the many villages that compose it.
With a broad mix of cultures and styles that can be seen from one street to another, it’s no surprise people have a strong sense of belonging to this special little piece of coastline.
Globally known for its exquisite port wine and surrounded by the enchanting Douro Valley (with a population of roughly 240,000 in the metropolitan area), this is Porto, Portugal.
In this Overseas Haven report we explore East Algarve.
Because of the huge increase in tourism in Portugal, standard popular areas are getting crowded and expensive. Hence, the attention on this part of Portugal’s world-famous Algarve region. European expats have been moving here in droves, especially the British, and now an increasing American influx is being felt. This means an active, English-speaking expat community to plug into along with the lower cost of living, great weather, and outdoor activities on offer.
Eastern Algarve is perfect for those with a love of nature and the outdoors. The warm weather and laid-back life near the sea harkens to a slower time spent with friends and family enjoying the sunshine and outdoors. The pace is yours and can be dialed up or down as you like. If you’re ready to savor moments in the sun… discover a healthier lifestyle and food… find a safe place with an emphasis on family and friends… live a first-world life at third-world prices… make a good investment with the benefit of an EU passport… and do it all without a language barrier to start… you’ll find many options await you in eastern Algarve.
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