Why guests are choosing super luxury Algarve villas
The Algarve has long been a destination synonymous with luxury holidays. However, a new trend is emerging as discerning travellers seek to elevate their experiences further: the rise of super
Property or investment?
Deciding whether to buy a property or invest your capital elsewhere can be a little daunting. Bricks and mortar have different qualities and performance when compared to shares. Property is
Old factory to become high-end development in Olhão
BelaOlhão factory has been sold by Olhão council to Carvoeiro Branco The former BelaOlhão animal feed factory has been sold by the municipal council of Olhão to real estate developer
Silves sets record straight about Portugal’s new land law
Silves has slammed the new law, which it says was approved without a public debate and could encourage real estate speculation The municipal council of Silves has issued a statement
New land law “useless” without VAT reduction – developers’ association
“It will solve a problem of lack of land supply, but we can’t build because of the tax burden” – Hugo Santos Ferreira While welcoming reforms to Portugal’s obsolete land
Young buyers bringing new life to inland villages
Portugal’s ‘guaranteed mortgage’ scheme for first-time buyers is a government-backed programme to help the under 35s get on the property ladder, but what effect is it having on the market?
Vale do Lobo to invest over €200 million in 227 new homes
The Residences Vale do Lobo mark the “first new branded residences at Vale do Lobo in the past two decades” Algarve resort Vale do Lobo is investing €200 million
2025 to be year of all-round growth for Portuguese real estate – CBRE
Country’s “advantageous geopolitical situation” highlighted International property consultants CBRE predict 2025 will be a year of growth “in every dimension” for the Portuguese real estate market. The company has released
Portugal’s new land law under fire
Government’s plan to release rural land for affordable housing looks like coming unstuck On Friday, parliament will consider the government’s decree to revise the land law, following an outcry
‘Luxury Signature Collection’: The Algarve’s ultimate guest experience
In 2025, SandyBlue is taking our commitment to excellence to new heights, focusing on enhancing guest experiences while driving outstanding rental performance for villa owner partners. The new ‘Signature Luxury