Holiday home

Quinta do Lago has long attracted international buyers, but in 2026, it feels less like a resort and more like a carefully managed residential enclave for globally mobile families, entrepreneurs and retirees.This is not everyday Algarve living. It is controlled, private and priced accordingly.

Cascais is one of those seaside towns just outside Lisbon that’s easy to underestimate until you actually spend time there. Once a royal summer retreat, it still carries that polished feel.

If you haven't already, now is the time to book your holiday accommodation in Portugal for the summer vacations. However, finding vacation rentals can be challenging if you're looking to explore alternatives beyond the mainstream platforms.

Portugal, with its mild climate, rich history, and cultural diversity, has become a coveted destination for those looking to purchase a holiday home. From the vibrant cities to the serene coastal villages, the country offers a variety of options for real estate investors and future residents.

You already have your mind set on that long-awaited trip or those days at the beach that you so desperately need, and you're in a hurry to pack your bags and leave as soon as possible.

Located between Baleal Beach, Óbidos Lagoon and Foz do Arelho, this is where West Cliffs Ocean and Golf Resort will be located.

Buying a second home in Portugal is an option for many foreigners, either to live, to spend the holidays, or even to do business such as renting out an apartment and using it as Local Accommodation.

With the arrival of the hot summer weather, sitting by the pool and cooling off in the water sounds more and more appetising by the second. If you own a holiday home in Portugal or even live in Portugal permanently, then building a pool in your back garden may have crossed your mind.

Are you thinking of travelling to Portugal in your motorhome this summer? Motorhome trips and caravan holidays are increasingly popular across Europe, and Portugal is one of the best caravanning destinations for those who want to enjoy maximum freedom and beautiful landscapes.

In recent years, until the pandemic, Portugal's short-term rental market (known as Alojamento Local or AL) had been a strong driver of the national economy and of the rejuvenation of the housing stock.

White sand, extensive coastlines, crystal-clear water and paradisiacal landscapes. All these ingredients are part of the 25 best beaches in the world to visit in 2022, an annual ranking released by TripAdvisor.

The Portuguese tourism sector is a section of the economy with a large impact on the national GDP, and several businesses and long-term holiday products have grown up around it over the years, which have also contributed to the dynamism of the property market.

Buying a holiday home is part of the plans, but you still need to decide where? Funchal, in Madeira, Portugal, was considered one of the best locations on the planet to buy a second home. Why? The average price of housing is attractive.

 If you drive from Lisbon to Caldas de Aregos, in the municipality of Resende, it will take you almost four hours, and on the final stretch of the journey you will likely see hardly anyone around.

This week the property we will be looking at is a stunning villa in the Quinta do Lago resort, in the heart of the Algarve.

Holidays are a well-deserved break from work and routine, and if you own a holiday home in Portugal, you're one of the lucky ones who has somewhere to stay abroad.

The COVID-19 pandemic is still very much amongst us, but thanks to the high vaccination rate and the use of the digital certificates, people have more and more freedom to pack their bags and go on holiday.

Portugal’s Costa Vicentina is beautiful, wild and surprisingly crowd free, making it an excellent alternative to Portugal’s southern Algarve coast.

Summer is here and if you haven't started yet, it's time to get thinking about the holidays, and for many people, a trip to the beach. Beaches across the world can be awarded a Blue Flag if they meet certain international standards when it comes to things like safety, water quality, facilities

The coronavirus pandemic is still very much present in our daily lives, but in order to take our minds off the rules and restrictions, as well as the chilly winter weather, we're dreaming of a sunny escape to discover some of the most beautiful islands in Portugal, Spain and Italy. Whether you

Tourist lets, known in Portugal as "Alojamento Local (AL)", have been one of the major victims of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Alentejo Coast in Portugal is a peaceful location that, for the moment, continues to resist the mass tourism usually found further south in Portugal's Algarve region.

Bespoke craftsmanship and meticulous detail on every level, the spectacular Casa da Quinta in the Algarve’s luxury Vale do Lobo resort is a home to be experienced. Famous for its breath-taking cliffs and golden coastline, the Algarve is the perfect destination to get away from it all.