The origins of the Christmas Elf
The origins of the elf can be traced back to Norse mythology and Germanic folklore. In these early tales, elves – or álfar – were otherworldly beings, closely tied to
Vilamoura International School raises €12,500 for charity
The school’s Christmas Fair helped raise the funds The Vilamoura International School (CIV) community raised €12,500 in aid of “families facing financial difficulties”. The Big Hand (€1,500), Mãozinhas Solidárias (€3,500), Cáritas
Winter solstice traditions – evergreens from your garden
Making wreaths from evergreen foliage is enjoying a welcome revival as a more natural and sustainable decoration The winter solstice, the longest night of the year, falls on December 21 in
Multi-generational holidays – make your villa the perfect fit!
One of the most exciting trends for 2025 is the rise of multi-generational holidays. Families are choosing to bring together grandparents, parents and children for memorable getaways, often seeking luxurious,
UK inheritance tax continues to break records
UK inheritance tax (IHT) receipts have been on an upward path for 20 years, a trend that is expected to accelerate over the coming years. HM Revenue & Customs figures
Obesity surgery? A metabolic surgery for health
Surgery for obesity goes far beyond weight loss, providing a significant improvement in patients’ quality of life, with an impact on the control of metabolic diseases, reduction of cardiovascular risks, and
Notes on residency issues
EU Certificate The EU citizen doesn’t need a visa for residency purposes, but only an EU citizen’s certificate to obtain residency in Portugal. The Registration Certificate is the document that
German School Algarve spreads joy this Christmas
Annual Christmas Bazaar benefits elderly and children in Algarve The German School Algarve (DSA) in Silves held its annual Christmas Bazaar on December 14, with organisers describing it as “a
Three women, Tavira and the Carnation Revolution
Flora Marking its past as a garrison town, the bronze statue of a young woman on the roundabout opposite the railway station in Tavira waves goodbye to her soldier husband
Smokin’ shoes and positive news
“Do you really want to smoke our shoes?” ask the stars of the show this week, who are quick to point out, to confused would-be customers, that “hemp is the