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Portugal World Leading Cork Producer

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Cork oak forests occupy an estimated area of ​​more than 2.1 million hectares in the Western Mediterranean countries extracting annually approximately 200 thousand tons of cork from the total extension...
15 November, 2021

Time to recap the best of Lisbon Web Summit 2021

The conference opened with Lisbon Mayor Carlos Moedas saying his dream was to make the city of Lisbon “the capital of innovation in the world" even beyond the Web Summit...
2 November, 2021

Portugal – Web Summit 2021

Lisbon - Web Summit & Expo 2021 The Web Summit has returned after the event was held online last year due to the coronavirus pandemic. The announcement came a few...
22 October, 2021

Portugal has Become One of the Most Attractive Places for International Students

New career opportunities, developing critical thinking and adding colour to your curriculum, are all important to consider for you professional life. Going a step further by expanding your horizons and...
18 October, 2021

Portugal Considered the “Best Destination in the World 2021”

Portugal has plenty of reasons to celebrate with recent Traveler nomination as “Best Destination in the World” for 2021. Condé Nast’s publication invited over 800 thousand readers across the globe...
11 October, 2021

Measures Eased to Travel to Portugal

The Portuguese government has been taking all the necessary public health measures to protect the entire population, as well as those who visit the country. The measures in force may...
4 October, 2021

Portugal Enters the Third Phase of the Deconfinement Plan

Mainland Portugal has advanced last Friday to the last stage of lifting the restrictions imposed to control the pandemic, a plan that depended on the pace of vaccination. About 85%...

Measures Eased to Travel to Portugal

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The Portuguese government has been taking all the necessary public health measures to protect the entire population, as well as those who visit the country. The measures in force may...

Portugal Enters the Third Phase of the Deconfinement Plan

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Mainland Portugal has advanced last Friday to the last stage of lifting the restrictions imposed to control the pandemic, a plan that depended on the pace of vaccination. About 85%...

Portugal Olive Oil Production

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Currently, Portugal is the ninth-largest producer of olive oil in the world, being nowadays more than self-sufficient. Production exceeds 150% of consumption. Although production has been more intensive in the...

Portuguese Wine Regions Overview

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How different climates and terroirs reflect on the wonderful wines produced in Portugal Douro Valley The Douro region dates back to 1756 and is the oldest wine region in the world,...

Inland Portugal and the Islands

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Inland Portugal and the Islands Portugal is one of the oldest nations in Europe having established its continental frontier as it is set today in 1297. In this article, we...

“Vindimas” the Grape Harvest Season in Portugal

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Vindimas is the Portuguese name for the season when the harvest (harvesting) of the grape takes place and is one of the most crucial steps in the process of winemaking....

Transatlantic Flights Between Lisbon and New York are Back

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Lisbon and New York flights are up and running for the first time in more than a year of international travel restrictions, allowing US leisure and other non-essential travelers to...

Portugal’s Restrictions are Lifted as COVID-19 Vaccination Speeds Up

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The country’s speedy vaccination rollout has been a success and brought the surge of infections under control. Daily deaths and hospitalisations remained well below February’s levels, with new cases primarily...

Portugal Has Become the Place to Retire

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Many retirees are looking to Portugal as a place to retire due to its amazing climate, beautiful coastlines, and tax benefits. Those planning to buy property can also take advantage...

Find Out About Agritourism in Portugal

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What is agritourism? It is a form of tourism that aims to enable everyone to have closer and genuine contact with nature, agriculture, and local traditions through home accommodation in...

The Benefits of Living in Portugal

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Europe’s most breathtakingly landscapes and glorious weather, Portugal has it all! The best climate in Europe Portugal has the ideal climate to live in. Hot summers with an average temperature...

Find out More About Portuguese Wines and Production Regions

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ViniPortugal launched the Wines of Portugal Challenge and more than 1,400 wines were registered for the 8th edition of its kind. The initiative aimed to distinguish the diversity and excellence...

Come and Explore the Wonders of Alentejo

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The region of Alentejo boasts an amazing well-preserved coastline with the most beautiful beaches in the country, nature-rich countryside filled with farmland, cork oaks, olive trees, vineyards, wineries, and charming...

Everything you need to know about the Algarve

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The Algarve is Europe’s sunniest and most popular vacation destination in the beautiful southern coastline of continental Portugal, where there is no shortage of high-quality beaches, sandy stretches, and golden...

Places to Visit in The City of Oporto

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The city of Porto is the second-largest city of Portugal and is located in the North of Portugal along the Douro River Estuary. Its history dates back thousands of years...

Are you willing to invest or live in Portugal? Let’s Discover Lisbon!

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Its History Lisbon is one of the most popular city break destinations right now. We're not just talking about the weather here. The Portuguese city is packed of history, wonderful...

Why is the Portuguese Golden Visa a golden opportunity?

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In the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, many investors find the idea of a second residency or citizenship very appealing. Many are investing not only for the benefits that the...

Lisbon Will Soon Become One of the Best Cities to Live in Europe

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In general, investors have an optimistic perspective in investing in Portugal, with around 60% stating that they intend to increase their acquisitions, while about two-thirds expect to increase their sales....

Portugal Along Costa Rica and Malaysia as Best Place to Live and Invest in 2021

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Portugal has been named along with Costa Rica and Malaysia one of the best places to live in at least 10 different categories including cost of living, visas, and residence,...

Portugal Reopens its Borders and Placed on UK’s Green International Travel List

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After 2 months of strict lockdown, Portugal has finally reopened its borders to travellers and placed on the UK's “Green List” after bringing the COVID-19 outbreak under control.  It was...

Portugal Golden Visa: €350,000 Investment Fund Option Explained

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Acquiring the Portuguese Golden Visa through venture capital funds is the best choice compared to the direct acquisition of real estate. Venture capital funds are managed by corporate experts that...

EU Countries Will Allow Entry for Vaccinated Americans in Summer 2021

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The European Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen,  has revealed that fully vaccinated US travelers will be able to visit the European Union this summer after more than one year...

The Portuguese Passport is Amongst the Top 10 Most Powerful Passports in the World

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Holding a Portuguese passport will allow visa-free entry to 186 countries. The Portuguese passport comes in 6th place, along with that of Sweden, France, the Netherlands, and Ireland.  Over the...

Why Portugal Has Become a Golden Visa Hotspot

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Portugal’s Golden Visa scheme has long been a popular choice for non-EU citizens looking to gain access to professional, educational, financial and cultural benefits. One of the most attractive schemes...

Only 9 months to benefit from the Portuguese Golden Visa minimum investment of €350K

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Find out how you can begin your Golden Visa process with  Planeur today! With the latest announcements regarding the changes of the Portuguese Golden Visa Programme in January 2022, and...

Portuguese Golden Visa and Brexit – Everything You Need to Know!

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In this article, we will be focusing on Brexit and the benefits of the Portuguese Golden Visa. Wednesday 31st March marked 90 days since the end of the Brexit transition...

The Ultimate Guide on How to Apply for the Golden Visa in Portugal

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To obtain the Golden Visa in Portugal you must make a qualifying investment and hold the respective investment for five years. STEP 1 Choose the Investment Option Capital Transfer of...

Portugal – Embracing Innovation and Global Trends

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Over the past few years, Portugal’s economy has gone from strength to strength. The country bounced back quickly following the financial crisis of 2008, and in 2019, its GDP grew...

Golden Visa Investment – 10 Reasons for Choosing Portugal

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Why is Portugal your best choice of investment? Best EU residency programme for investors with minimal stay requirements to obtaining an EU passport after 5 years - 7 days (consecutive...

The Portuguese Golden Visa is Changing – Invest Now!

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As of February 12th, 2021, The Portuguese Government finally announced long-anticipated changes to the requirements for investors looking to take advantage of the Portuguese Golden Visa program. As part of...

Citizenship Through Venture Capital Funds After Portugal Golden Visa Changes

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Over the past few years, the vast majority of people applying for the Portuguese Golden Visa, have done so through real estate acquisition as a preferred option to qualify for...

Preparing the Documents for your Golden Visa Application — All You Need to Know

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The Portuguese Golden Visa is one of the most popular options for non-EU citizens looking to secure long term access to Europe. Incredibly flexible and offering the holder the chance...

How to Apply for a Schengen Visa from Vietnam

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All Vietnamese citizens who want to travel to Europe, whether for business or pleasure, need to apply for a Schengen Visa. This visa gives the holder the freedom to travel...

Business Investment Visa Vs. Golden Visa – Which is the Best Investment Visa for Portugal?

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Over the past few years, Portugal’s economy has gone from strength to strength. In 2017, Portugal registered a GDP growth rate of 2.7%, the country’s highest since the beginning of...

Portuguese Passport for Non-EU Citizens – Get Yours with a Golden Visa

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With its ancient cities, spectacular coastline, rich history and mouth-watering cuisine, it’s easy to see why Portugal has long been…

Invest in Your Children’s Future and Access Europe’s Education System

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For anyone considering a better future for their children in Europe, gaining free access to the European continent is essential. Europe provides a wealth of unique advantages that can open...

Portugal Golden Visa by Investment for US Citizens — November 2020 Update

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For US residents who wish to work, live, or retire in Portugal, the restrictions surrounding travel during the current COVID-19…

Free Access to Europe — Schengen Visa vs. Golden Visa

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For non-European citizens who wish to live, work or study in Portugal, gaining free access to the Schengen area is…

Investing in Portugal: Private Equity vs Venture Capital

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For investors exploring their options for gaining a visa through investment in Portugal, choosing the right type of fund is,…

Visa & Residency in Portugal for US Citizen

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For American citizens currently thinking about change of scenery, then Portugal is definitely an option worth considering. With a warm…

Golden Visa Through Investment Funds in Portugal

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Portugal’s Golden Visa Program has drawn investment from across the globe, promising a variety of benefits to investors while furthering…

Why is Portugal Currently the Place to Invest?

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Although the Covid-19 pandemic has affected the global economy as a whole, Portugal was one of the few success stories…

How to Diversify Investments After Covid-19 Pandemic?

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The vast majority of investors prefer to invest in a diversified and secure portfolio, so they choose to invest outside…

How to Get a Schengen Visa from Vietnam

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For citizens of Vietnam heading to destinations in Europe, whether you are travelling for business, study or pleasure, a specific…

Schengen Visa Hong Kong

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How to Get a Schengen Visa from Hong Kong and What Are the Alternatives For citizens of Hong Kong heading…

Portugal Citizenship by Investment: Benefits of Applying for the Golden Visa in Portugal

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Since its introduction in 2012, Portugal’s Golden Visa program has been seen as good value for investors looking to gain…