Portugal has been ranked as the best place in Europe, and the fourth in the world, for retirees. According to the 2022 Annual Global Retirement Index from International Living, Portugal once again has been highlighted as a top destination for people from around the world to retire to.

The Algarve won the award for the best beach destination in Europe, announced this Friday, 22 October, the organization of those considered as the “Oscars of Tourism”. Hotel units in the region received eight more awards.

LiR - Galeria de Arte is a fascinating art gallery. Housed in a working co-op winery, the space is large with an industrial, urban vibe more common to big cities than small towns in the Algarve. The gallery showcases a range of both local, national and international artists. - And now you can already visit them from 10am for your favorite cappuccino or at the end of the afternoon to refresh yourself with their gins. Opening hours: MONDAY TO SATURDAY 10am - 6pm

From 1 January 2022, there are specific counties where you can buy a property in order to get your golden visa - five of them are in the Algarve. The rules of the game will change as of 1 January 2022 (with Decree-Law nº. 14/2021) for those who want to enter Portugal through a Golden Visa. To get their visa, property investors will have to buy properties in the interior regions of Portugal or in the Archipelagos of Madeira or Azores.

Portugal offers high standards in quality of life. Reduced living costs, security, cleanliness, great food and the friendly approach of the Portuguese people are the main reasons why foreigners are choosing Portugal to live, during and after the Covid-19 pandemic. After deciding to move and live in Portugal or buying a second home, you need to spend some time learning about what is involved. But first things first: you’ll need to find a home.