Latest news and stories about expat wellbeing in daily life in Algarve, Portugal for expats and residents.
The Algarve has been identified as the second-best global destination for retirees, based on an analytical assessment of cost of living, expatriate community support, and overall wellbeing.
An analytical overview of Algarve Connect, a platform designed to streamline the integration and wellbeing of expatriates living in the Algarve region.
The Brazilian Consulate in Faro is experiencing increased demand for services from Brazilians residing in Spain, who seek faster processing times, while also providing essential social support and community engagement.
Home Community Catholic Mass in Carvoeiro Catholic Mass in Carvoeiro Come and celebrate Catholic Mass in English on Sunday 20 September at 4 pm in Carvoeiro at the chapel on the cliffs, Nossa Senhora de Encarnação \[Our Lady of the Incarnation\].
When Martin Marks talks about what is driving him to take on one of the toughest physical challenges of his life, his enthusiasm is infectious. The South African owner of The post Algarve duo take on Ironman to shine a light on men’s mental health appeared first on Portugal Resident.
More significant consumption of over-the-counter medication recorded in the population between 15 and 34 years old, compared to prescribed drugs.
An English-language Catholic Mass will be celebrated in Carvoeiro on Sunday, September 20 at 4pm at the Nossa Senhora da Encarnação chapel, overlooking the town from the cliffs. The Mass The post English-language Catholic Mass in Carvoeiro appeared first on Portugal Resident.
After all, what difference would a couple of minutes or an hour make? Jenny Clarke, President of Association for Protection of Animals Algarve (APAA), has been co-fostering street-wise ‘Carlos’, the The post When time stands still… appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Portugal records an average of three suicides daily, prompting the municipality of Loulé to bring together specialists to address and mitigate the issue.
Home Community CANTA Choir Welcomes New Voices Across the Algarve CANTA Choir Welcomes New Voices Across the Algarve People who enjoy singing—or are simply curious to try—will have new opportunities to join CANTA Choir this autumn, with groups meeting weekly in Luz, Lagos and Alvor.
For some, planning ahead is automatic. For others, it is a decision put off until tomorrow. Neither is right nor wrong. But is it responsible? A question that ARA (Animal The post Here today. What about tomorrow? appeared first on Portugal Resident.
A computer engineer, born in Switzerland, fell in love on a beach in Quarteira while watching a match between Portugal and Germany: “I fell in love with Christoffer.” The rest followed naturally.
There is some good news this week regarding the 11 puppies who arrived at Cadela Carlota on the day of our 18th anniversary. Sponsorship is now closed, and all 11 The post Eleven puppies, 11 names – thanks to their sponsors appeared first on Portugal Resident.
If you’ve ever asked yourself that question, I wonder what obstacle, unexpected discovery, or even a new relationship you made there caused you to question your decision to move in The post A Year in Monchique 3 – On the land – August 2021 appeared first on Portugal Resident.
For many decades, I’ve had the desire to learn CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation). For anyone who doesn’t know what CPR is, it is an emergency procedure used when someone’s heart stops The post A small Algarve village gets a defibrillator appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Home Algarve Algarve Caring Hands - Elevating home care in the Algarve Algarve Caring Hands - Elevating home care in the Algarve In the heart of the Algarve, Algarve Caring Hands has become one of the region’s most trusted and compassionate home care providers.
Another brainstorming session on the ‘Legacy Pet Plan’ has brought together the Association for Protection of Animals Algarve (APAA) and Animal Rescue Algarve (ARA). “Twenty-five have signed-up (to the plan) The post Planning for your pet’s future with Legacy Pet Plan appeared first on Portugal Resident.
What should have been a week of celebration for Cadela Carlota was also a reminder that animal rescue rarely pauses, even for a birthday. Before reflecting on that sobering moment, The post Birthday celebrations interrupted by rescue of 11 puppies appeared first on Portugal Resident.
A young British man who resides in Portugal has been reported missing in the Aljezur area.
It was a family holiday organised by my parents and Luz was a quieter place then – still clinging to its fishing village heritage. What struck me most was its The post Four decades in the Algarve: How Praia da Luz became a writer’s retreat appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Home News Portimão holds blood donation campaign in the Algarve Portimão holds blood donation campaign in the Algarve At a time when health authorities are appealing for blood donations due to resource shortages, a blood donation campaign is being organised in Portimão, in the Algarve.
It is true that we have changed our routine and are doing exciting things every day. We are relaxing, we have more time on our hands, and we notice and The post Catholic Mass in English in Carvoeiro this Sunday appeared first on Portugal Resident.
I wonder whether you are someone with an ardent enthusiasm for preparing food at home, or the sort of person who prefers exploring diverse cuisines and discovering new restaurants. If The post A Year in Monchique 3 – At the Restaurant – July 2021 appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Home Housing The real housing problem is that Portugal no longer speaks the same language The real housing problem is that Portugal no longer speaks the same language This week, during the Mediation Serenades in the Algarve, I had the privilege of moderating a conversation with three professional
