Olhos de Agua is a former freguesia (civic community) in the municipality of Albufeira, Portugal. Dagua is a quiet and friendly fishing village on the sandy coast of the Algarve and nestled against a beautiful backdrop of rusting sandstone cliffs. Dagua is the ultimate holiday destination for those seeking peace and relaxation. Olhos do Dagua, … Read more
In Portugal, it’s easy to feel at home. With a Mediterranean temperament and diverse geography – Portugal has something for everyone: bustling capital cities, beautiful beaches, historical towns and villages, a rich culture steeped in tradition – Portugal is one of the most popular destinations for solo travelers. Welcome to our solo travel guide. Portugal … Read more
The wild and natural environment makes Praia da Bordeira one of the most beautiful beaches on the west coast of the Algarve. Surfers flock to this part of the island, attracted by the constant waves, to reach the fantastic beach of Amado do do Bordeiras. The beach is the most secluded beach on the list … Read more
Praia da Rocha is a seaside resort 2 km south of Portimao, on the Arade River in Ferragudo. It was one of the first resorts in the Algarve to welcome tourists in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Praia da Rocha is one of the most famous seaside resorts in Portugal. It is located … Read more
Sunscreen use for surfers can be a controversial issue, but with climate change and ever-increasing temperatures, it’s an essential one. I’ve spoken to many of my fellow surfers about this, and only one guy out of maybe 50 uses any form of protection while surfing. As he said to me “I’ve been surfing since I … Read more
It will be very easy to find the best restaurants in Albufeira. Why? because there are some restaurants that they have a Michelin star (the most prestigious of all), some have other international awards for their gastronomy, and others are considered among the best in Europe. All these distinctions are due to their quality services … Read more
Sao Bartolomeu de Messines is not as picturesque as the other nearby rural towns of Silves and Monchique. It is too far away and has no beach. Alte is a short drive from Messines and the mountainous town of Monchique is a little further away. Introducing Sao Bartolomeu de Messines If you are looking for … Read more
Freelancing in Portugal isn’t as complicated as it can be in other countries, and this is one of the reasons why I chose Portugal over Spain. In Spain they have this concept of being an ‘autonomo’ or ‘freelancer’ and you have to pay for the privilege. It’s not cheap either, a couple of hundred Euro … Read more
I love living in Portugal as an expat and there are many reasons to choose Portugal. It is not only because of the beautiful weather, but Portugal doesn’t have too many major problems and people are friendly and welcoming. But the best things about Portugal are not on the surface. The best things are deeper … Read more
Despite all the good that you hear – the sunshine, the diet, the cheap cost of living in Portugal – there are of course some bad things about living in Portugal. However, you might be pleased to know that most expats in Portugal say that the good outweighs the bad. But here are a few … Read more
