Many of us dream about living in a warm and sunny climate, but how many people are actually living the dream?
Tell us why you chose the Algarve
Meravista is conducting a survey to collect information and personal opinions from as many expats as possible who live in the region. We will use the details we collate to help support our promotion of the Algarve above other sunny second home, relocation hotspots and retirement destinations.
We are looking for adult people of all ages and nationality to take part. So, whether you are retired, running your own business or employed here, tell us why you chose to move to the region and what you think of the Algarve lifestyle.
The survey will take you about 10 minutes to complete and to thank you for taking part, we will enter you into our Meravista Algarve Expat Survey prize draw and you could stand to win a case of find Portuguese wine. Three lucky winners will be drawn when the survey closes on Saturday 9th November 2013.
Statistics show an increase in foreign residents
According to the results of the 2011 Census for the Algarve, the region is home to over 52,000 foreign residents. That’s around 11.5% of the total Algarve population and an increase of approximately 5.5% over 10 years. The national statistics show that just 3.74% of the total population of Portugal are not natives of the country, so it’s clear that the Algarve is the main attraction.
If you’ve spent time in the Algarve, you’ll understand why people choose to make it their home. Buying a holiday retreat abroad is one thing, but upping sticks and relocating to another country is a big step to take. So, what are the main drivers? Why are more and more people heading for Portugal’s south coast?
Meravista recently interviewed a cross section of expats who moved to the Algarve to live and work. Here’s a snapshot of their comments on the region’s lifestyle. You can download and read the full articlehere.
Linda Dubbelt Disse moved here from Holland in 2001. She has recently sold her business in Boliqueime. Linda said:
“I love Portugal, the Portuguese and my lifestyle here in the Algarve.”
Bruce Allen and Eva Kennedy left the UK in 2002 and run their naturist guest house Quinta da Vista in Silves. Bruce commented:
“A great lifestyle here costs far less than in the UK. There’s an excellent social life and the climate means we can enjoy our hobbies of cycling and running all year round.”
Michèle Wolters moved to the Algarve from Amsterdam when she was 36 and now owns luxury holiday villa company Algarve Housing. Michèle expressed her love of the region:
“I love the ‘live-for-the-day’ attitude and relaxed way of life. The beaches are gorgeous and the countryside around me is beautiful.”
Gina Carrington moved to the Algarve with her husband and young son 10 years ago and works for Solseta Travel. Gina told us:
“Having been in the travel industry for many years in the UK, I found a job in the same line of business here in Quinta do Lago. That was 10 years ago and we have never looked back.”
We’d love to hear why you moved here and what you think of life in the Algarve so far. You can leave a comment below and / or you can complete our survey.
Meravista respects your privacy. Please read our Privacy Policy or email us for further information.
Ref: Censos 2011 Resultados Definitivos - Região Algarve
Editor’s note:
If you are interested in moving to the Algarve, there are thousands of properties of all kinds in all areas of the region on Meravista’s maps. We can almost guarantee there will be one to suit your budget, needs and taste. Remember, you’re not just buying a new home, you’re buying into a new lifestyle.
* Winners will be contacted by email after the survey closes on 09/Nov/13.
Brought to you by Meravista – the place where smart people search for Algarve property for sale.
Algarve expats speak to Meravista – so can you!
Are you an expat living in the Algarve? Or are you thinking of moving here?
Then please take 10 minutes to complete our online survey
AND enter to win a case of fine Portuguese wine in our prize draw *.
Click here now to start the survey.
Many of us dream about living in a warm and sunny climate, but how many people are actually living the dream?
Tell us why you chose the Algarve
Meravista is conducting a survey to collect information and personal opinions from as many expats as possible who live in the region. We will use the details we collate to help support our promotion of the Algarve above other sunny second home, relocation hotspots and retirement destinations.
We are looking for adult people of all ages and nationality to take part. So, whether you are retired, running your own business or employed here, tell us why you chose to move to the region and what you think of the Algarve lifestyle.
The survey will take you about 10 minutes to complete and to thank you for taking part, we will enter you into our Meravista Algarve Expat Survey prize draw and you could stand to win a case of find Portuguese wine. Three lucky winners will be drawn when the survey closes on Saturday 9th November 2013.
Statistics show an increase in foreign residents
If you’ve spent time in the Algarve, you’ll understand why people choose to make it their home. Buying a holiday retreat abroad is one thing, but upping sticks and relocating to another country is a big step to take. So, what are the main drivers? Why are more and more people heading for Portugal’s south coast?
Meravista recently interviewed a cross section of expats who moved to the Algarve to live and work. Here’s a snapshot of their comments on the region’s lifestyle. You can download and read the full article here.
Linda Dubbelt Disse moved here from Holland in 2001. She has recently sold her business in Boliqueime. Linda said:
“I love Portugal, the Portuguese and my lifestyle here in the Algarve.”
Bruce Allen and Eva Kennedy left the UK in 2002 and run their naturist guest house Quinta da Vista in Silves. Bruce commented:
“A great lifestyle here costs far less than in the UK. There’s an excellent social life and the climate means we can enjoy our hobbies of cycling and running all year round.”
Michèle Wolters moved to the Algarve from Amsterdam when she was 36 and now owns luxury holiday villa company Algarve Housing. Michèle expressed her love of the region:
“I love the ‘live-for-the-day’ attitude and relaxed way of life. The beaches are gorgeous and the countryside around me is beautiful.”
“Having been in the travel industry for many years in the UK, I found a job in the same line of business here in Quinta do Lago. That was 10 years ago and we have never looked back.”
We’d love to hear why you moved here and what you think of life in the Algarve so far. You can leave a comment below and / or you can complete our survey.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Click here now to take part.
Meravista respects your privacy. Please read our Privacy Policy or email us for further information.
Ref: Censos 2011 Resultados Definitivos - Região Algarve
Editor’s note:
If you are interested in moving to the Algarve, there are thousands of properties of all kinds in all areas of the region on Meravista’s maps. We can almost guarantee there will be one to suit your budget, needs and taste. Remember, you’re not just buying a new home, you’re buying into a new lifestyle.
* Winners will be contacted by email after the survey closes on 09/Nov/13.
Brought to you by Meravista – the place where smart people search for Algarve property for sale.