Portugal Property & Living
For many people Portugal is all about golf! The nation has successfully become the number one golf holiday destination in Europe after all, and the Algarve region of Portugal is home to the majority of the country's golf courses. The Algarve is also the number one relocation and holiday destination for Britons focused on Portugal - but there is actually far more to this beautiful country than just golf and the Algarve coastline.
Facing the Atlantic rather than the Mediterranean Sea, Portugal achieves a best of both worlds situation by being blessed with a Mediterranean style climate whilst having fabulous and dramatic coastline thanks to the power of the Atlantic Ocean and the effects the sea has had on the cliffs and beaches of the nation.
The culture, language, cuisine and history of Portugal all add to fascinating mix and make Portugal a really interesting and attractive country for those in search of a new life abroad. From the Algarve in the south, up along the Silver Coast, heading inland and then up towards the nation's main cities of Lisbon and Porto you will find such amazing geography and natural scenery and no doubt, you'll find a part of the nation that appeals personally to you, your lifestyle choices and your budget as well.
Lisbon and Porto for example offer employment and education opportunities, both are sophisticated and fascinating cities as well. Alternatively if you want rural living and affordable property prices in Portugal head inland. If the Algarve appeals but is too pricey then move up the coast to the Silver Coast and find your dream Portuguese seaside home there. Wherever you want to live or buy a home abroad in Portugal allow us at Shelter Offshore to assist and guide you.
Our Latest Portugal Property & Living Articles
Charming Property in Portugal’s Lisbon
Published on 21 April 2008 - Category: Property Abroad » Property in Portugal
Unlike Barcelona or perhaps Paris, Lisbon doesn’t have a reputation as a stunningly vibrant European city of history, culture, fine cuisine and…expensive property prices.
And yet, whilst Lisbon is indeed highly-expensive-property-price free, it has history, culture, fine cuisine and so much more in bucket loads so that anyone seeking charming property in Portugal should really give Lisbon a look.
Retiring to Portugal and Living in the Azores
Published on 09 May 2008 - Category: Living Abroad » Living in Portugal
If you love Portugal you will love the Azores, and if you love the thought of retiring to Portugal but really, you want a guaranteed laid back lifestyle with fewer of the extremes of temperature that parts of Portugal can offer, why don’t you consider living in the Azores?
Located in the Atlantic Ocean, this archipelago of 9 islands has a pretty perfect climate, and what’s more the islands are stunningly beautiful, peaceful yet quite active locations offering would-be retirees a wealth of choice when it comes to activities as well as an affordable cost of living and a lovely location in which to live.
Forget the Algarve, Buy Property in Alentejo in Portugal Instead
Published on 31 March 2008 - Category: Property Abroad » Property in PortugalThe south central region of Portugal called Alentejo actually borders the Algarve to the south but it has so much more going for it than packed out summertime beaches and golf courses! For a start it has far more affordable property prices than the Algarve, and for another thing, Alentejo has such dramatic and diverse countryside that there is a town, village or rural location to suit everyone’s tastes in this part of the nation.
So, forget the Algarve with its high property prices, and buy property in Alentejo in Portugal instead, especially if you want to live in ‘real Portugal. Away from the maddening crowds and the sometimes excessive summertime heat which is exacerbated by the high levels of tourism on the Algarve, Alentejo has so much charm and appeal, it really is worth closer inspection.
Alternatives to Living in the Algarve - Moving to Madeira
Published on 05 March 2008 - Category: Living Abroad » Living in Portugal
The Portuguese archipelago of Madeira has two inhabited islands – Porto Santo and Madeira Island. - and if you like the thought of living in Portugal but hate the thought of living in the Algarve, one alternative is moving to Madeira.
If you want long sandy beaches you should choose Porto Santo, but if you want the most stunning landscapes and a slightly easier transition abroad you may well favour Madeira Island and living in or near the capital city of Funchal where English is widely spoken or at least understood, and where you will find the highest concentration of expats.
Why is Portugal Still Popular with Property Purchasers?
Published on 26 February 2008 - Category: Property Abroad » Property in Portugal
Let’s be honest about it, the thought of Portugal doesn’t exactly conjure up images of exotic beaches and it doesn’t make for a particularly exciting property destination for investors either because there are no reports of overnight gains to be made in this European nation’s real estate market.
So why is Portugal still popular with property purchasers then? There are other, more glamorous, better potentially returning real estate environments out there - and yet Portugal is an evergreen, timeless and unshakeable market particularly with British buyers. Let’s take a closer look at the conundrum…
Retirement in Portugal
Published on 19 January 2008 - Category: Living Abroad » Living in Portugal
There was recently a very interesting programme on TV about a couple who were retiring abroad to Portugal – the programme was actually focused on them downsizing and selling off their personal effects and the money they could raise through so doing – but what was most interesting was the fact that the couple made the decision to retire abroad to avoid getting bored!
They made the plan ten years prior to retirement to give themselves time to find land, build a property, plan and save – and by the time the programme was made about them, they had achieved their dream. Well, if your dream is one day enjoying your retirement in Portugal, it’s clearly never too soon to start planning.
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