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 05/08/2013
The 28th Festival do Mariso (Seafood festival) takes place in Olhão between the 10th and 15th of August. This annual event promises to be another huge success, offering 6 nights filled with fabulous fish and memorable music. Find out more about this famous week-long party and download the programme…
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 01/08/2013
Silves Castle is a monument to history as it has been sacked and conquered numerous times by Romans, Moors and Christians. Currently in the hands of the Silves camera, we give you a light-hearted look at how this property might have been advertised for sale at each stage of its ownership...
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 01/08/2013
The recent quarterly ‘10-10-10’ survey of Algarve estate agencies indicates that most property enquiries come from abroad, with the added logic that their search starts online. A property represented poorly online will attract less buyers. The Algarve property market is competing globally for buyers from around the world…
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 29/07/2013
From the Festa da Sardinha in Portimão on the 1st, to the Festa de Banho in Lagos on the 29th, this month is packed to the gills with events, fairs and festivals. You can stay busy just about every day of the month, or you can cherry pick events to enjoy between days on the beach (or at work…) Find your options here…
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 26/07/2013
Take a leap back in time to the 12th century at the Silves Medieval Festival which starts next week. This 10th annual festival is a ten-day medieval extravaganza, steeped in Moorish history and culture. Featuring music, dancing, feasting, re-enactment shows, jousting tournaments and lots more. Find plenty of information and download the guide to the events. Don’t forget...
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 25/07/2013
It’s sardine season in the Algarve and throughout July and August there are feasts, festivals and celebrations in almost every town and village. Check out what’s happening and where, and enjoy our great video on ‘how to eat sardines the Algarvean way’!...
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 22/07/2013
Why is property in Portugal currently deemed to be one of the best places to invest your money? For affordability and profitability, statistics and analysis shows there are few places in Europe where your money will go further. This article explains why...
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 22/07/2013
The Festa da Ria Formosa, or Faro Seafood festival, is an event not to be missed. Database Guy regales us with his experiences (not all positive!) at least year’s festival. Find out the dates and times, and all about the fabulous seafood, live entertainment and fun to be had at one of the biggest Algarve food fests of the year...
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 19/07/2013
The Algarve is a fabulous place to get married, whether you live here permanently or have a destination wedding. With plenty of options of where to tie the knot, and sunshine guaranteed, your family and friends will certainly love you for it!
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 15/07/2013
The last in our series of Algarve driving blogs is all about buying or owning a vehicle in Portugal. This blog gives detailed information about the buying process and documentation, as well as the local tax and inspection requirements…
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