Emma Donaldson

Originally from Northern Ireland, I studied French and Spanish at Queen’s University Belfast before relocating to the Iberian Peninsula nearly 10 years ago. As an SEO expert and translator, I specialise in providing helpful information for foreigners moving to Portugal, covering everything from practical advice to cultural insights to make settling in easier.

Is Portugal Europe’s most liveable country in 2026?

With rising living costs, political uncertainty and fast-paced urban life across much of Europe, more people are asking the same question in 2026: has Portugal quietly become the continent’s most liveable country?

Award-winning hotel blends history and sophistication in 19th-century Lisbon

In the heart of Chiado, Lisbon, The Ivens Hotel sits in the former headquarters of Rádio Renascença, a 19th-century building now transformed into a symbol of modern luxury.For travellers seeking an urban stay with style, comfort, and authenticity, The Ivens delivers on every level.

25/03/2026

Luxury

Madeira unveils €525,000 upgrade for popular north coast swimming spot

The Madeira regional government has approved a €525,000 investment to rehabilitate the bathing area of Ponta Delgada, in the municipality of São Vicente, on the island’s north coast.

24/03/2026

Lifestyle

Atlantic elegance: Peniche’s €50M eco-luxury retreat

Peniche’s coastal landscape is set for a significant transformation as iLanga Capital, owner of the Ohai Resorts brand, unveils plans for a five-star eco-resort investment valued at €50 million.Positioned to elevate the region’s hospitality offering, the project will create a world-class eco-retreat

23/03/2026

Luxury

Portugal’s luxury market expands beyond traditional hotspots

Portugal’s ultra-luxury residential market is entering a new era — one defined not just by growth, but by geographical diversification and increasing sophistication.While Lisbon, Porto and the Algarve have long formed the country’s “golden triangle” for high-end real estate, discerning buyers are no

From London to Lisbon: 6 top tips for a seamless move

Heading abroad for a better quality of life doesn’t have to be complicated.

No housing slowdown for Portugal: foreign demand and low supply push prices higher

House prices in Portugal are expected to rise another 15% in 2026, following an already record-breaking 18% surge in 2025, according to global ratings agency Fitch.

19/03/2026

Sale

Clock change 2026 in Portugal: when does daylight saving time start?

Spring is nearly here, and in Portugal, that means it’s time to adjust the clocks for daylight saving time. After a long winter, the shift forward brings longer evenings, more sunlight, and a sense that summer is on the way.

Real estate now captures almost half of foreign investment in Portugal

Foreign investors poured €3.9 billion into Portugal’s property market in 2025 — a 10% increase over 2024 and a new record, according to the Bank of Portugal (BdP).Even after the end of golden visas for real estate at the end of 2023, international interest shows no signs of slowing.

12/03/2026

Finance

Lisbon property market 2026: prime capital growth and lifestyle appeal drive global demand

Lisbon is firmly establishing itself as one of the world’s most attractive destinations for property investors in 2026. According to the latest World Cities Prime Residential Index from Savills, the Portuguese capital has climbed into the top five global markets for prime residential capital value growth.