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.
Planning a family holiday in southern Europe comes down to a simple balance: reliable sunshine, safe beaches and enough to keep children engaged once the novelty wears off.
Madeira’s biggest spring celebration fills the island with floral carpets, parades and concerts that spill out into the streets and gardens. Madeira Flower Festival 2026, locally called the Festa da Flor, is not just about pretty blooms.
One Portuguese city has been named the best city in Portugal for quality of life, topping an international ranking. This isn’t about postcard appeal or weekend charm; the index measures the realities of daily life, including safety, traffic, pollution, healthcare and cost of living.
For most residents who file their tax return in Portugal, the Tax Authority already holds much of the information needed for the automatic IRS return, based on invoices and data reported by employers, banks and other entities. However, some types of income and deductions are not filled in autom
Every year on 25 April, Portugal celebrates Freedom Day (Dia da Liberdade), commemorating the peaceful military uprising in 1974 that overthrew the Estado Novo regime. In 2026, the date carries even greater symbolic weight.
If you’ve been scanning listings in the Algarve, eyeing up townhouses in Lisbon, or thinking about a slower pace in the Alentejo, having a clear checklist for buying property in Portugal makes the whole process far less daunting. The system for buying a house in Portugal isn’t especially compli