The Algarve

TripAdvisor has unveiled its 2026 ranking of the best beaches in the world, and Portugal has claimed a spot in the global top five. Located in the Algarve, the beach has earned another international accolade for Portugal’s Atlantic coastline.

On the very first line of the Atlantic, where the horizon stretches endlessly and the rhythm of the sea sets the pace of life, an extraordinary new villa rises above the coastline of Salema—one of the Western Algarve’s last hidden gems.Offered at €10,500,000, this spectacular frontline residence rep

Exclusivity in the Algarve usually comes down to four things: high property prices, privacy and security, access to golf or the sea, and proximity to premium services such as international schools and fine dining.

Tucked into the hills of the central Algarve, Silves is a small historic town about 15 kilometres inland from the coast and roughly 45 minutes from Faro Airport.

Portugal’s coastline is long and varied, stretching from the cooler Atlantic north down to the Algarve and out to Madeira and the Azores.

Southern Portugal, and the Algarve in particular, keeps popping up on relocation lists for good reason. The weather is kind, daily life is fairly straightforward, and there’s a well-worn path for foreigners who want a slower pace without feeling cut off.

Finding property for sale in the Algarve under 100k is harder than it used to be, but it’s not a lost cause. Most of the genuine bargains sit away from the headline resort towns, often inland or in quieter villages where life moves at a slower pace.

Portugal has quietly cemented itself as one of Europe’s most reliable golf destinations.

Living in Vilamoura often feels very different from the rest of the Algarve.

Moving to the Algarve isn’t just about sun and sea. The exact town you choose will shape your daily life more than the country itself.

The Algarve, Portugal's southernmost region, is renowned for its stunning coastline, sunny weather, and vibrant culture. But how does the cost of living here stack up?

The Algarve keeps coming up whenever people talk about the best coastal places to move to in Portugal, and it’s not hard to see why.

The Algarve isn’t just about beaches and golf resorts. Traditional Portuguese food here leans heavily on the Atlantic, citrus groves and old-school family recipes. Trying local dishes fits neatly with all the things to do in the Algarve, away from the sunbeds.

The Algarve has a bit of a reputation as wall‑to‑wall resorts and sunbeds, but once you step away from the coast, a different side appears.

The latest Savills Spotlight on Wealth Trends reveals a profound shift in what drives high-net-worth buyers when investing in property worldwide.

What to buy where in 2026: Kronos Homes reveals the Algarve’s property hotspots.

As winter settles over the UK, many are longing for warmth, sunshine, and open-air relaxation.

A stretch of the Portuguese coastline has just been crowned the World’s Leading Beach Destination 2025 at the World Travel Awards, often nicknamed the “Oscars of Tourism”.

Discover the stunning Portuguese Algarve, renowned for its golden beaches, dramatic cliffs, and year-round sunshine.

Living in Faro means easing into the laid‑back capital of the Algarve, where a compact old town meets the lagoon. With a population of around 60,000, life feels refreshingly local.

For things to do in Olhao, early starts and unhurried evenings work best.

Olhão is a low-key fishing town in the Algarve with flat-roofed “cubist” houses, working boats in the marina and ferries sliding out to Ilha da Armona. Living in Olhão means you get proper year-round town living here rather than a manicured resort.