Major IUC road tax change- Payment of the Vehicle Circulation Tax (IUC) road tax, up to €100 will be made by the end of February, starting in 2026, and will be split into two instalments, paid in February and October, when it exceeds 100 euros.

Summer in the Algarve kicks off in unforgettable style with a beachside celebration like no other! The Carvoeiro Black & White Night has earned its place as the must-attend free event that marks the start of the season. Locals and visitors alike are invited to take part in the festive atmosphere that fills the heart of Carvoeiro — from Largo da Praia, through Rua do Barranco, and all the way down Estrada do Farol. The only rule? Dress in black and white to match the energy, décor, and dazzling performances throughout the night.

If you live outside the EU, regardless of your nationality, you can get back the VAT of the products you buy and take back to your country of residence.

Wine, Music & Celebration -Between the 6th and 9th of June, Lagoa city will once again host another edition of the Lagoa Wine Show, a free entry event that has established itself as one of the biggest wine events in the south of Portugal.

Located in the heart of Portugal’s Algarve region, Carvoeiro, once a humble fishing village, is now one of the most charming destinations in the Algarve. A picturesque coastal town that draws in both expats and locals.