Portugal’s General Strike on 3 June: What Silver Coast Expats Should Know Portugal is facing a nationwide general strike on Wednesday, 3 June 2026. The strike is expected to affect […]

Nazaré Brings a Traditional Festival Back to Its Roots Nazaré is known worldwide for giant waves, dramatic cliffs and one of the most photographed viewpoints on Portugal’s Silver Coast. But […]

Nearly 400 Portuguese beaches awarded Blue Flag status in 2026 For many foreign residents and long-stay visitors, Portugal begins at the coast. Whether you come from the UK, France, Germany, […]

Renting on Portugal’s Silver Coast? The contract matters — but so does the legality of the property For many foreigners moving to Portugal’s Silver Coast, renting feels like the sensible […]

Police warn of fake holiday rentals in Portugal as summer season approaches For many foreigners living in Portugal, the quieter winter months are one of the country’s biggest attractions. But […]

Caldas da Rainha launches official programme as European Capital of Small Retail 2026 Caldas da Rainha has officially launched its programme as European Capital of Small Retail 2026, with a […]

When a Neighbour Brings Coffee (and Port) in the Middle of Leiria’s Power Chaos After Storm Kristin, many communities in the Leiria district were left with an electricity grid that visiting crews described […]

Caldas da Rainha’s North Entrance Works: From “End of 2025” to (Hopefully) End of March If you drive into Caldas da Rainha from the EN8 (Estrada de Tornada), you already know […]

Caldas da Rainha wins “European Capital of Small Retail 2026” title Caldas da Rainha has been named European Capital of Small Retail 2026 in the “Vibrant City” category (cities with 50,000–250,000 inhabitants), following the final […]

Caldas da Rainha shortlisted for “European Capital of Small Retail 2026” Caldas da Rainha is in the final stretch of a European competition that puts local shops and lively town […]