Real Estate & Property Investment News in Portugal from Propertyshowrooms.com

Portugal has strong rental potential

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Recent developments in Portugal are set to attract more overseas property investors next year, according to travel experts.

According to the Move Channel, Portugal's new Formula 1 racing...

Portugal goes green with electric car deal

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Portuguese authorities have again emphasised their commitment to eco-friendly policies by revealing plans to set up a network of zero-emission cars in the country.

Portugal will become...

Spain and Turkey among 'golf hotspots'

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A report aiming to foresee the most popular places for golf tourism has included Spain and Turkey on its list.KPMG's report, covered by ameinfo.com, found Spain and Portugal are...

Spain and Portugal property investment not just about the weather

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

It comes of little surprise that the main reason given by UK expats for living abroad is the weather, according to the joint managing director of Alliance & Leicester International...

Portuguese unemployment rate falls

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Portugal's unemployment rate fell in the 12 months to September, the latest figures show, as the country avoids the worst effects of the credit crisis.

However, the number of people without...

Algarve boosted by new golf resort

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The opening of a major new golf complex in the Algarve is set to attract more holidaymakers and property buyers to Portugal.

Owned by the Oceanico Group, the Amendoeira Golf Resort contain...

Golf tournament may add further boost for Portugal property

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Portugal's reputation as a place for golf tourism - generating visitor income and raising demand for buy-to-let tourist property - may be boosted by the hosting of a charity golf tournament.

The Bader Cup is to be held at the Alamos Golf Club in Portimao from November 9th to 13th, raising money for the Douglas Bader foundation, which supports people who need prosthetic limbs....

Algarve in new flights boost

Tue, 4 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

In news that may boost the prospects for the Algarve property market, low-cost airline Ryanair has announced new winter flights to the Portuguese region.

The popular southern area will see new routes operating from Glasgow, Liverpool and East Midlands into Faro airport, in addition to the operators current routes from London Stanstead, Dublin and Shannon....

Madeira 'emerging as popular destination'

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Portuguese island of Madeira has been described as a popular sector in the country's holiday market.

Speaking about the Atlantic location to the Independent, Bernard Hornung, the sales director of the Azulara development - which is currently under construction - stated that most visitors prefer to stay in and around the capital city of Funchal....

Algarve in Formula One test boost

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

In a move that could help increase interest in Algarve tourism and consequently the region's property market, it has been revealed that a Formula One test event will be held at the Portuguese region's new motor racing track....

Algarve property in new golf boost

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Portuguese property market may have had a new boost with the opening of another golf course on the Algarve.

Former Ryder Cup star Christy O' Connor Jnr has formally launched a course bearing his name at the Amendoeira Golf Resort in Oceanico....

Algarve tipped to gain from race circuit

Tue, 7 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The completion of a new motor racing circuit on the Algarve may help boost the value of property in the Portuguese region, it has been predicted.

As many as a million extra visitors per year may come to the Algarve because of the presence of the Autodromo Internacional do Algarve, Homes Worldwide reports....

Tavira hailed as Algarve holiday location

Thu, 2 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The town of Tavira on the eastern Algarve has been hailed as an outstanding place to spend a holiday at this time of year.

In an article that may interest those investing in Portuguese property, the Daily Telegraph said the town is "hard to beat as an autumn break"....

Portugal popular with second home buyers

Thu, 2 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Portugal is still a popular location among holiday home buyers from the UK, a newspaper has stated.

According to the Telegraph, the European country has become an appealing option for many...

Douro valley 'offering alternative' in Portugal

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Investors looking to buy property in Portugal can find a lower-priced alternative in Porto and the Douro valley, it has been stated.

The area, famed for its port wines, has plenty of inexpensive property in attractive rural areas to be found, Paul Symington of port wine producer Symingtons told the Financial Times....

Porto 'offers good rental opportunities'

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Those looking to invest in property in Portugal for rental purposes may be able to find some good prospects in the city of Porto, it has been suggested.

Writing for Nubricks.com, John Moore of the Move Channel said the city is a prominent location both as centre of business and industry and also as a tourist destination, with the main attraction being Port wine....

Portugal hailed as best for golf

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

In news that may interest those thinking of investing in Portuguese property, the country has been hailed as an outstanding place to invest in golf-related real estate.

Padraig Harrington, a member of Europe's Ryder Cup team and also a trained accountant, explained to the Daily Telegraph why he had invested in a five bedroom villa at Vilamoura near Faro....

Portugal recommended to golf lovers

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Overseas property buyers who want to enjoy a game of golf at their foreign residence have been encouraged to look at Portugal...

Roman history a feature of new Portugal resort

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Troiaresort, a new housing development near Lisbon, has an added historical feature which could set it apart from other potential investment properties.

Sonae Turismo is the company behind the resort and it has hired an archaeological team to investigate and preserve Roman ruins that are common in the area, Property Wire reports....

Portugal recommended to golf lovers

Thu, 4 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Golf lovers have been encouraged to consider enjoying the first-class attractions on offer in Portugal.

According to the Association of Independent Tour Operators (AITO), the European...

Portugal recommended to golf lovers

Thu, 4 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Golf lovers have been encouraged to consider enjoying the first-class attractions on offer in Portugal.

According to the Association of Independent Tour Operators (AITO), the European...

Portugal 'seeing tourist growth surge'

Tue, 2 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Portugal has seen a major surge in tourist numbers in recent years, it has been stated.

In a development that may interest those looking at investing in the country's property market for buy-to-let purposes, figures from the World Trade Organisation have indicated a ten per cent rise in visitor numbers in the country in 2007, with a further increase expected this year, Homes Worldwide reports....

Olhao says hello

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Portuguese resort of Olhao has been tipped to emerge as a new hotspot after recent developments in the vicinity.

Located on the Algarve, the Village Marina Olhao is a new project that may help attract investors to the area, homesgofast....

Olhao tipped as hotspot

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The coastal town of Olhao in Portugal has been tipped to become an emerging hotspot...

Property buyers advised to look at Portugal

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Overseas property buyers have been encouraged to consider snapping up a residence in Portugal.

Gulf Weekly stated that the European country offers a very affordable and reliable market.

As a result, it has become the favoured destination for a significant number of foreign buyers, in particular those who want a holiday home abroad....

Portugal recommended to property buyers

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Portugal has been flagged up as an ideal location for overseas property buyers to consider...

Two new luxury golf developments to be built on Madeira

Thu, 7 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Plans for two new golf courses and luxury property developments on Madeira are reportedly close to being finalised, offering a "good property investment opportunity". A similar scheme is also...

Portuguese market continues to grow-100708

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

UK-based investors are continuing to buy overseas property in Portugal, according to a new report...

Portugal offers capital growth prospects-090708

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Overseas property investors could be able to benefit from capital appreciation in Portugal, it has been revealed...

Portuguese economic changes could provide 'property potential'

Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Changes in Portugals economy could be a boost to property investors, it has been suggested...

Britons seek employment overseas

Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The number of Britons who emigrated between 1997 and 2006 has been described as "probably the greatest period of emigration we've ever seen".

Jill Rutter, senior migration office at the Institute for Public Policy Research, told the Telegraph that this is partly due to the relatively new trend of retirees emigrating to countries....

Investing abroad could be lucrative

Thu, 15 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

British investors have been told that the current downturn in the property market could make a foreign investment a better option.

The Telegraph stated that house prices in the UK are currently falling and are not likely to increase significantly in the foreseeable future....

Lifestyle buyers opt for Portugal

Wed, 7 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Portugal is proving to be a popular choice for second home buyers from the UK, according to experts.

Currency specialist FC Exchange said top-end buyers in particular are showing lots of interest in the European country....

Algarve attracts British tourists

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Owners of rental accommodation in the Algarve could be set to see strong demand this summer, experts have suggested.

According to Holidays-Direct, the Portuguese tourist hotspot has attracted considerable interest from British holidaymakers in the last few months....

Portugal offers capital growth prospects

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Property investors who are seeking good capital gains have been advised to look at the Silver Coast in Portugal.

According to the Telegraph, the region offers relatively cheap property values when compared with other Portuguese hotspots....

Rental demand set to grow in Algarve

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Thousands of people are set to take advantage of new flights between Britain and the Algarve, an airline has stated.

Earlier this week, budget carrier easyJet began operating its new service from Glasgow to the region's capital Faro....

Portugal offers affordable property

Tue, 1 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Overseas property investors have been advised that they can snap up possible bargains in Portugal.

The established European market was highlighted by ShelterOffshore.com as a place where investors can enjoy year-round sunshine and a strong tourist trade....

Portugal attracts Irish property buyers

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Irish consumers are increasingly snapping up holiday homes in Portugal's Algarve region, according to a media outlet.

The Irish Independent stated that the Algarve has become popular with overseas property buyers because it is a largely unspoiled location that offers good weather all year round....

Portugal offers alternative year-round returns

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Buying property in Portugal can offer an investor returns over the entire year, according to the director of shelteroffshore.com.

Rhiannon Williams, director of the overseas property website, states that in addition to tourism rental revenue streams, Portugal also offers out of season opportunities....

Algarve Boom on Track

Fri, 8 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

For the last few years, many investment companies have been heavily promoting the Silver Coast of Portugal as the ‘next big thing’ and there are many indications today to prove these theories; however, the already popular Algarve is still holding its own…

Silver and Blue Coasts 'Cheaper Than the Rest of Portugal'

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Portugal's Silver and Blue Coasts could be good spots for investors who are priced out of other parts of the country, according to experts.

The Foreign Property Buyer website said that house prices in the region were set to grow significantly as a result of increased demand for rental accommodation....

Poor weather drives Irish overseas

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The tourist trade in countries such as Spain and Portugal is benefiting from concerns over the Irish weather.

Last summer, both Ireland and the UK were lashed by torrential rain which led to massive demand for last-minute trips abroad....

Portugal recommended to investors

Tue, 8 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Britons who are interested in buying a foreign property have been advised to look at the Portuguese market.

The Silver Coast region was highlighted as a particularly good area for investors to consider by the SaveBorrowSpend website....

Irish plan to escape rain next summer

Mon, 31 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The torrential rain that hit Ireland during the summer has prompted many to plan their summer holidays earlier than usual.

According to Budget Travel, 2007's downpours caused such demand for last-minute breaks that there was not enough room to cater for everybody....

Irish holiday home owners 'go abroad for Christmas'

Fri, 21 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Travel agents in Ireland have reported an increase in the number of people heading abroad this Christmas.

Tony Brazil of Limerick Travel said that a record number of Irish people were opting to go overseas for the holiday season....

British buyers advised to invest in Portugal

Thu, 6 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Prospective holiday home buyers from the UK have been encouraged to look at the Portuguese market.

Country Life magazine that British property investors would benefit from year-round sunshine in Portugal, making it a good place to visit at any time....

Prospective expats 'should go to Portugal'

Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Portugal's modern infrastructure makes it an ideal destination for Britons who are planning to move abroad, an expert has said.

Property author Sarah Wood stated that the country's advanced telecommunications network meant that people living there would be able to stay in touch with friends and relatives back home....

Investors to benefit from new Portugal flights

Fri, 2 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Overseas property investors in Portugal are likely to welcome the launch of new flights to the country.

Low-cost airline easyJet started operating its new service from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Lisbon today....

Celebrities line up to promote Algarve

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A number of Portuguese celebrities are in negotiations to participate in a new drive to boost the country's tourist trade.

According to the Portugal Resident, football manager Jose Mourinho is one of the people who is expected to be unveiled as one of the faces of the government campaign....

Expats in Portugal 'able to commute to Britain'

Thu, 11 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A British couple have spoken of their lifestyle decision to move to Portugal but remain employed in the UK.

Jo Wheeler and Richard Edwards said they felt life was becoming more stressful in the UK, prompting them to consider purchasing an overseas property and moving abroad....