The Olivença Question – presentations by Algarve historian Peter Booker
Presentations take place this month in Lagoa and Tavira In his next presentations to the Algarve History Association (AHA), Peter Booker will discuss “The Olivença Question”. Although many people are
In search of excellence
Most of us love to reminisce about our past and talk about it. Especially when we become parents. And then we get carried away and give in to some innate
‘Comet of the century’ to pass Portugal’s skies at 7.35pm
Comet won’t be seen again for 80,000 years… Experts warn “the window of opportunity will be very short”, but at around 7.30pm this evening a super rare comet should be
The Summer of Photography – Destination: Portimão
Seeing beyond the ordinary in your local surroundings Question: Who takes better pictures than a professional photographer? Answer: A former professional photographer turned art photographer. As one of those, I
Why tax planning is so rewarding
Tax planning is an integral part of effective wealth management, and taxation should be taken into account when making decisions about your savings, investments and pensions. Whether your main objective
The journey back to ourselves
In a world that often feels like a competition, many of us find ourselves relentlessly trying to win at life, or caught in the mindset of solving problems, rather than
Alfa Romeo – Moving with the times
Alfa Romeo must change with the times and an electric SUV was a must if it wants to compete with rivals old and new. The Junior is the youngest member
300 days of statistics?
Just as I’ve got used to the idea of being an ‘influencer’, one who influences others to consider Portugal as a destination, a certain discomfort has come about me regarding
Steak tartare: from a nomadic treat to a global delicacy
One version of the story suggests that the steak tartare originated with the riding practices of nomadic tribes of Mongolia and Central Asia. Genghis Khan and his Mongol horsemen would
D João II (1455-1481–1495)
Why should we remember this extraordinary king from more than 500 years ago? Why is he known in Portuguese history as the Perfect Prince? Why did the government of Salazar’s dictatorship choose