Vehicle tax rebates
Ask Afpop In this new monthly column, afpop, Portugal’s largest foreign residents’ association, aims to answer some of the most frequently-asked questions by members. Question: I’ve heard that I can
Royal Concierge!
I am not a James Bond fan, but I now have a very special reason for watching two of the movies. Having found out that Estoril had been a refuge
Anke Punt – making a house a home
At Anke Punt’s exhibits in Carvoeiro, mixed media combines acrylic with natural objects to inspire creativity in others Looking at her confident brushstrokes, composition, and execution of textures and colour
London Calling
Banning busking Buskers have been part of London life for a very long time but now it seems they are under threat – in some areas at least. In an
Spiritual but not religious
Our monthly feature seeks to offer open-minded, clarifying, and meaningful responses to readers’ questions about spirituality. Send your questions to The Resident. Q: Aren’t all religions basically the same? One
Vitamin sea
Living near the ocean can benefit your mental health, and the Algarve is perfectly positioned for this type of therapy. As one of the most scenic ways to explore the
Revitalise your inner spark, fast
Moinhos Velhos detox and fasting retreat will leave you feeling transformed Would you consider a weeklong stay at a retreat in the Western Algarve? It comes complete with private gardens,
Re: Patrick Stuart’s Food Talk (January 2, 2020 edition) – Your patronising comments
“So, what about hardcore vegetarians and vegans? Now, surely if they miss the taste of meat that much, they would treat themselves occasionally to naturally-reared meat from animals that have
The Dictators of Portugal
Faced with the question “how many dictators has Portugal experienced?”, many people would think immediately of Salazar and possibly the Marquês de Pombal. Over 270 years, Portugal has had 11
Portuguese for idiots
‘Feliz Ano Novo’ and ‘bem-vindo’ to 2020! The third decade of the 21st century promises to bring many changes but, continuing Brexit uncertainties apart, one fact remains a constant: foreign