Humberto Correia has been travelling the country dressed as D. Afonso Henriques, alone, amid curious glances and requests for selfies. He does not expect more than 1% in the elections, but says the important thing is the message.
From sword to ballot: Humberto Correia's mission is to guarantee housing for everyone
Friday, 9 January 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
Local accommodation (alojamento local) means short-term tourist rentals—private apartments, houses or rooms rented for days or weeks—that must be registered and licensed with municipal authorities. Municipalities can suspend or cancel licences (Lisbon cancelled about 6,700 licences in early 2026), so travellers and hosts should check a listing's registration and local rules before booking or offering stays.
