Portugal Public-Sector Strike on 2 October: What Expats Need to Know A large public-sector strike is planned across Portugal for Friday, 2 October 2026. Around 350,000 employees may take part, […]

Rents in Portugal May Rise in 2027 – But What Can Your Landlord Legally Do? Portugal’s annual rent update could allow landlords to increase existing rents by up to 2.56% […]

Brew! Coimbra 2026: A Craft Beer Weekend Worth the Trip from the Silver Coast Craft beer, international flavours, street food and live music return to the banks of the Mondego […]

Danish Retail Favourite NORMAL Opens in Caldas da Rainha Danish retail chain NORMAL is continuing its Portuguese expansion with a new store in Caldas da Rainha. It is welcome news […]

Solar Eclipse in Portugal: A Guide for Silver Coast Residents and Visitors On Wednesday, 12 August 2026, residents and visitors on Portugal’s Silver Coast will be treated to one of […]

Rents Are Falling in Portugal — But What Does It Mean for Silver Coast Expats? Portugal’s rental market appears to be cooling slightly, with advertised rents falling for the fifth […]

Leiria Castle to Host a Month of Dance This Summer A new cultural project will bring around 60 classical and contemporary dance performances to one of Central Portugal’s most atmospheric […]

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, […]