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Cesca Rampley

Culture vulture from London with a passion for all things foodie. I’ve lived abroad for almost 10 years, floating from one magical place to another. I studied literature at university in the eclectic city of Brighton, and since then, I’ve been hooked on keeping up with what to do, see, and, of course, eat. I’m a firm believer in appreciating and learning from local cultures, travelling responsibly, and giving new things a go with an open mind and a healthy dose of curiosity. I try to share useful tips, local insights and a bit of honest know-how, so you can make the most of wherever you find yourself.

foreign demand for property for sale in Portugal

Which nationalities want to buy homes in Portugal’s cities?

idealista/data reveals a detailed snapshot of international demand for homes for sale across 20 major Portuguese cities in May 2026, building on the results of the 2026 report on foreign demand for property for sale in Portugal.The figures set out, for each city, the top three foreign nationalities
Natural swimming pools Portugal

The best natural pools in Portugal

Portugal might be famous for its long Atlantic beaches, but not everyone fancies sand in their shoes or battling windy afternoons. That’s where the country’s piscinas naturais come in.
Vale do Lobo property guide

Portugal’s Golden Triangle: Vale do Lobo’s new prime benchmark

Property buyers have sought out homes at Vale do Lobo in the Algarve for the past 65+ years. It boasts a well-established, welcoming international community, with a mix of full-time residents and second-home owners. The unparalleled Vale do Lobo lifestyle is a core part of the attraction.
Lisbon

Lisbon least affordable capital amid high rents and living costs

Lisbon’s appeal has grown steadily in recent years, but the numbers for 2026 show a city where wages are struggling to keep pace with the basic cost of a comfortable life.Recent data from Tradingpedia underlines how housing costs, both for renters and buyers, are at the heart of an affordability cri