How to Choose a River Cruise That Fits Your Travel Style
I've booked river cruises I loved and one I quietly endured. The difference had nothing to do with the ship's star rating. It came down to a single mismatch: the line sold me a lively social week with a different town every morning, and I wanted long, slow afternoons in one place with a book and a pot of tea.
European limitations on foreign property purchases
In Europe, no law prohibits foreign citizens from buying property but certain countries have put limitations on this right.
How Property Investment Types Can Unlock Global Residency Opportunities
Investing in real estate has traditionally been one of the most dependable ways for investors to increase their wealth. However, strategic real estate investing can also open doors that few other asset classes can, while potentially producing capital growth or rental income.
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Portugal Residence Permit for Financially Independent Individuals in 2026
Relocating to Portugal is relatively straightforward for wealthy foreign nationals — all that’s required is to rent or purchase property and demonstrate sufficient funds to support oneself. The programme is simple and accommodating, which makes it accessible to a wide range of applicants.
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Golden Visa in Portugal — Residence Permit by Investment in 2026
Portugal’s Golden Visa is a government scheme that grants residence permits in return for investment. This immigration route is regarded as one of the best globally, according to various rankings. For foreign investors, it provides visa-free travel across the Schengen Zone and a fast track to EU citizenship — in just 5 years.
Residence Permit in Portugal: How to Get in 2026
Many foreigners choose to relocate to Portugal because of its mild Mediterranean climate, friendly people, picturesque nature and beaches, beautiful architecture and affordable prices compared to other European countries. Portugal also offers excellent work and business opportunities.
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Citizenship in Portugal: How to Get in 2026
You can apply for a Portuguese passport after living in the country for five years — one of the fastest naturalisations in the EU. Portuguese citizenship gives non-EU residents the right to live, work and study in any country in the European Union. Unlike a residence permit, citizenship gives political rights — the right to vote and stand for election.
Education in Portugal in 2026
The advantages of education in Portugal include affordable living expenses, good infrastructure and a wide range of academic programmes.
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Mortgages in Portugal
Foreign nationals are able to obtain mortgage loans to buy real estate in Portugal on favourable terms. The lowest interest rates are less than 3% and local banks issue loans for both newly-built and existing property.
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Taxes in Portugal in 2026
Portugal has an attractive tax system. Taxes are generally lower than in other European countries and there is an exceptional tax regime for certain tax residents that considerably reduces expenses associated with business and other activities.
Property Prices in Portugal in 2026
The property market in Portugal continues to show price growth in 2025, especially in popular regions such as Lisbon.
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Buying Property in Portugal in 2026
From 2023, property investments are no longer a basis for obtaining a Golden Visa in Portugal. Other investment options such as business, funds, support for science or cultural heritage can now be considered to qualify for the programme.
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Property Maintenance Costs in Portugal
Property maintenance in Portugal is not cheaper than in other European countries, such as, for example, Spain or France. Thus, renting a one-room flat in the centre of Lisbon, Paris and Madrid costs tenants about 1.4 thousand euros per month. Expenses include utilities and rent. Owners pay capital gains tax and annual property tax.
Portugal Digital Nomad Visa (D8) in 2026
Portugal, one of the most attractive destinations for remote professionals, introduced the Digital Nomad Visa in 2022. In its first year alone, over 2,000 applications were submitted, highlighting the growing interest in relocating to this sunny country.
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Portuguese government changes citizenship requirements for descendants of Sephardic Jews
From 1 April 2024, Portugal will introduce new conditions for Sephardic Jews participating in the citizenship programme, including a requirement to reside in the country for 3 years before applying for citizenship. The programme will end on 31 December 2024.