Category Archives: News and information

New e-Book Pre-Order Now!

Posted on April 14, 2021 by Alyson and Dave Sheldrake

Alyson’s new book A new Life in the Algarve, Portugal is now available to pre-order (e-Book only) on Amazon. Continue reading →

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My Top 5 Algarve

Posted on March 20, 2021 by Alyson and Dave Sheldrake

My Top 5 Algarve
The best of the Algarve in one handy guide.
Available exclusively to subscribers of our free monthly newsletter.
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Top 20 Blogs Award

Posted on February 5, 2021 by Alyson and Dave Sheldrake

We are delighted that we have won an award and we are featured in the ‘Top 20 Blogs from UK Expats’ on the MoneyTransfers.com website. Continue reading →

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Our February Newsletter

Posted on February 1, 2021 by Alyson and Dave Sheldrake

The February edition of our free newsletter is full of art, photography, books and news about the Algarve. Continue reading →

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What Brexit Means For Us

Posted on January 1, 2021 by Alyson and Dave Sheldrake

Alyson was interviewed by the BBC about her views on Brexit, on the historic day when the UK ended its transition period and entered the new post-Brexit era. Continue reading →

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A Covid Christmas in the Algarve

Posted on December 12, 2020 by Alyson and Dave Sheldrake

Well, it has certainly been a strange year, and I am sure for many people, they will be glad when 2020 is over. I have been at best bemused, and at worst, completely confused by all the different Covid measures … Continue reading →

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Living the Quieter Algarve Dream

Posted on November 22, 2020 by Alyson and Dave Sheldrake

Living the Quieter Algarve Dream The eBook and Paperback are Now Available to Purchase And scroll down to find out more about your invitation to the VIP Online Live Book Launch on Monday 23rd November

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BLiP Expo Online

Posted on October 19, 2020 by Alyson and Dave Sheldrake

This year’s Better Living in Portugal Exhibition (BLiP Expo 2020) will be online between 24th October and 1st November, bringing all that is best in Portugal and the Algarve directly to you, in the comfort of your own home. Continue reading →

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Ferragudo is in the news

Posted on August 21, 2020 by Alyson and Dave Sheldrake

Today, the 21st August 2020, is the day that Ferragudo celebrates its 500th birthday. This is a remarkable anniversary of the day that the village was founded in 1520, instituted by Queen Dona Leonor. “500 years is a remarkable longevity, … Continue reading →

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The Algarve, Covid and the Air-Corridor

Posted on July 25, 2020 by Alyson and Dave Sheldrake

The beaches are almost empty, the sand is soft underfoot and the sky is a brilliant blue. A gentle breeze stirs the air as we walk along, enjoying the long stretch of sandy beach ahead of us, as the waves … Continue reading →

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