New venture offers quality British beds
PURCHASING PROPERTY in the Algarve is stressful at the best of times – when it comes to choosing furniture for your dream home, it shouldn’t be a nightmare. This was
Building with conscience is their mission
Sto AG dates back nearly 170 years, when the company began as a lime and cement factory in Germany. Today, Sto AG is a worldwide leader in the development, production
Mediterranean cuisine at its best
THE ALGARVE is a paradise for food lovers. Restaurants throughout the region spoil you for choice and deciding where to go for a meal can be tricky. So I was
Creative ideas for your garden
SUNSET GARDENS is a garden landscaping and maintenance company, with over 15 years experience, supported by a team of professionals. Operating since 1987 in the US, it has, from the
If you own a pool, then this is for you
IF YOU own a swimming pool, you must be well aware of the many problems connected with its care and maintenance. You probably have handed this task to someone, whom
Crystal Clear celebrates 10th anniversary
THE CELEBRITIES’ favourite treatment, Crystal Clear, has entered its 10th year. Distributing to salons, clinics and health spas throughout the world, Crystal Clear International’s office in Pêra (Algarve) is now
New household inventions
Elite Kitchens in Lagoa (Algarve) will soon have on sale the latest in household inventions. The Driron is a freestanding machine that will dry and iron your clothes through steam
New local service helps keep seniors at home
LOSS IS the greatest fear for many of our senior citizens: loss of independence and/or abilities, even the loss of a home. The threat of being unable to live independently
Orthopaedics at German Clinic
THE GERMAN CLINIC in Carvoeiro, near Lagoa (Algarve), has recently enlarged its range of treatments. Since last month, it is offering treatments for orthopaedic diseases by two experienced German doctors.
In pride of place
TWO YEARS ago, when Alex and Kierston Holley moved to the Algarve, their intention was to take it easy and semi-retire. Not for one moment did they think they would

