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, […]

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 […]