1. International Recognition
Portugal has been rewarded many times for her quality of life as well as her favorable investment conditions:
“One of the best ‘easy doing business countries’”—World Bank/ Forbes
“Portuguese people are the 7th best welcoming people in the world” – CNNs report friendliest countries
“Portugal, Best Golf Destination” – World Travel Awards, 2013
“Algarve, Best Beach Destination” – World Travel Awards, 2013
2. Quality of Infrastructure
“I only wish to face the sea, with spring flowers blossoming”, a famous Chinese poet’s wish, beautiful wish. In Portugal, Sea view is never a dream. Bordering the Atlantic Ocean from the north to the south coast, sea is always close to you. Undoubtedly, the vast and splendid coastline is one of the most beautiful decorations of Portugal.
You are always close to an airport. There are three international airports which give you direct access to other European countries and the rest of the world.
The road networks are very dense and of high quality, as European funds have helped in the last 15 years.
3. Food and Wine
Portuguese culinary culture is known for its product quality and rich of seafood and meats. The wine regions of Porto, Douro and Alentejo also enjoy a certain reputation in the wine-making industry.
Typical dishes…
4. Weather
300 days of sunshine per year? It is possible in the south of Portugal. The more you go up to the north, the less sunshine there is. However, the weather remains favorable.
Winter in the south is mild, around Lisbon is a little rainy.
In the Alentejo or the hinterland of the Algarve, temperature is around 40 ° C in summer at 8pm. To nap on the beach is recommended between 12h and 16h to avoid sunburn.
5. Entertainment
Portugal offers lots of choices for your leisure life. Whether to enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery or to enjoy the splendid sea view and beach alongside the coastline, nature lovers will be very delighted.
Portugal has many fantastic golf courses attracting golf lovers from all over the world. In fact, there are about 80 golf courses with high quality and fabulous landscapes in different regions, which is sure to provide you a unique experience.
Water sports and football is also very popular in Portugal. The country has many good stadiums and water parks in the south.
