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The Algarve from the inside: culture, food, practical tips and seasonal rental news.
Concierge fees in the Algarve: 25% excl. VAT, VAT and the real calculation
A 25% commission excl. VAT on net nightly revenue: how VAT applies, a step-by-step worked example and the questions to ask before signing with a concierge service.
Spending the winter in the Algarve: weather, activities and Christmas markets
Temperatures, rain, Christmas markets and tips: the complete guide to enjoying the Algarve between December and February, far from the summer bustle.
Watching French TV in the Algarve: fibre, IPTV, Starlink, Molotov, Canal+ — the guide
How do you receive French television during your Algarve holiday? Legal apps, streaming sticks, IPTV, Starlink: a complete, honest look at the solutions that actually work.
Alojamento Local licence in the Algarve: the complete owner's guide
AL registration, condominium consent, legal duties and tax: every step to rent out your Algarve property legally in 2026.
Golf in the Algarve: a guide to the best courses and tips from a regular player
With over 40 courses, year-round mild weather and green fees often lower than in Spain or France, the Algarve is a top European golf destination. Here is how to plan your golf trip, with tips from a regular player.
Google Reviews: A Practical Guide
Google reviews remain one of the most profitable tools for a holiday rental — provided they are collected according to rules that became significantly stricter in 2026.
The Algarve Loop
A road-trip loop starting from Faro: ochre cliffs, whitewashed villages, cork-oak backcountry and sea caves. A 12-day core route, easily adjusted from 10 to 15.
Boa Onda Tour: the Benagil caves by boat with Julie and Hélder
Two hours of sailing from Portimão, in a small group and with a multilingual guide, to discover the Benagil cave, Algar Seco and Marinha beach.
Renting out your property in the Algarve: the complete owner's guide
Alojamento Local licence, seasonality, real running costs, self-management versus a local concierge: the concrete steps to put your Algarve home on the rental market.
Albufeira, Vilamoura, Quarteira or Paderne: where to stay in the Algarve?
Atmosphere, beaches, restaurants, nightlife, quiet and budget: a comparison of the main bases in the central Algarve to help you pick the right area.
Algarve food guide: what to eat, where and when
Cataplana, grilled fish, percebes, almond sweets, markets and tascas: the food guide to eating like a local during your Algarve holiday.
Increasing occupancy for your Algarve rental: 8 levers
Photos, seasonal rate grid, minimum stays, synchronised calendars, reviews, amenities: the levers that really move the occupancy rate of an Algarve property.
The Algarve off season: why come in autumn, winter or spring
Mild temperatures, empty beaches, lower rates, hiking and golf: what changes when you visit the Algarve outside July and August.
Paderne Castle: visiting, walking and the Algarve's secret village
Paderne Castle: opening times, access, the 2.6 or 4 km waymarked trail along the Ribeira de Quarteira and the medieval bridge. A practical guide to an authentic village twenty minutes from Albufeira.
What to do in the Algarve with children: 12 ideas by age
Sheltered beaches, water parks, boat trips to caves, educational farms: our selection of activities in the Algarve, categorized by age group, with practical tips.
Renting a villa with a private pool in the Algarve: how to choose wisely
Heated pool or not, orientation, distance from the beach, budget according to the season: the criteria that truly make a difference for a villa in the Algarve.
The most beautiful beaches between Albufeira and Carvoeiro
Nine beaches between Albufeira and Carvoeiro: access, parking, atmosphere, and the best time of day for each.
Getting around in the Algarve: car, tolls, and Faro Airport
Car rental, A22 now toll-free, transfers from Faro, trains, and buses: the practical guide to getting around the Algarve without unpleasant surprises.
When to visit the Algarve? Weather, prices and crowds month by month
Temperatures, sea temperature, visitor numbers and price levels: the complete calendar to choose the best month for your Algarve holiday.